vic35get/nhtsa_complaints_dataset huggingface dataset:
Complaint filed: 2014-08-19
Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
i have been experiencing the "service active handling system" error message for more than 2 years. serpentini chevrolet in strongsville ohio has looked at the problem numerous times and have been unable to resolve it. this is very frustrating, the recall service was performed for the telescopic steering wheel years ago! when the accelerator is depressed to the floor the vehicle throws the "service active handling system" message. this only occurs during rapid acceleration when high speed driving is experienced. please note the below data and help me resolve this. 2005-2008: service bulletin: stabilitrak/active handling light on, service stabilitrak/active handling message on dic subject: stabilitrak/active handling light on, service stabilitrak/active handling message on dic, dtc c0710 steering wheel position sensor (swps) signal set (install clip in swps connector) 06-02-35-002b - (10/19/2007) models: 2004-2008 cadillac xlr 2005-2008 chevrolet corvette with steering wheel - tilt, telescoping (rpo n37 or n38) condition: some customers may comment on a stabilitrak or active handling system light being illuminated. also, this warning light will be accompanied by a service stabilitrak or service active hndlg message on the dic. diagnosis with a scan tool may reveal a dtc c0710. *tr
Complaint filed: 2019-03-18
Components: STRUCTURE
frame is rusting ,toyota dealer said dangerase to drive,dealer said they are thuosands of these out there but no recalls!!!! whey do people need to die before toyota does something? i ,m losing thousands of dollars for there mistakes,this suv has less than 100,000 on it!!! sad!!!!
Complaint filed: 2018-11-19
Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
simply driving down the highway when the passenger seat side airbag deployed. car has not been in an accident and did not hit a pothole. research online finds this to be a common problem, but acura does not appear to be concerned. airbag explosion alone was loud enough to almost cause an accident due to the scare.
Complaint filed: 2014-06-11
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
abs brake light comes on and the brake light keep flashing on and off. *tr
Complaint filed: 2015-11-04
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
brake pedal went to the floor.no brakes .this happen pulling into a convenience store.i hit the curb pretty hard
Complaint filed: 2015-08-11
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2001 lincoln navigator. while the contact was seated and the engine had not been started, the driver seat air bag deployed. the contact heard an explosive noise and jumped out of the vehicle. the contact stated that the air bag exploded and smoke and objects were ejected. the contact was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with first degree burns on his back side. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 163,000.
Complaint filed: 2014-05-21
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the gauges are failing to operate. this started with the gas gauge and is now affecting the temp gauge. i took it to a dealer for testing and it reset itself when plugged into the computer for diagnosis and it also does this if you disconnect the battery for a few minutes but very quickly stops working again. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-10-26
Components: AIR BAGS
service air bag, light came on, can not find anything wrong with wiring, disconnected fuse under hood, light still stays on, am afraid to use vehicle. had mechanic check passenger seat, and he also couldn't find any thing wrong, sometimes when starting the vehicle the light goes out, but then comes back on again. i can not find solution.
Complaint filed: 2017-03-26
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
unbelievable frame rust to the point it is not safe. seems to be a common problem that toyota will not address and correct.
Complaint filed: 2020-12-25
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
driving my 1994 sonoma at approx 50 mph on a highway when all of the sudden the gas pedal started to move away from the bottom of my foot and the vehicle began to accelerate on its own (as if the cruise control was taking over). i think that i then tapped the brake and the vehicle went back to normal speed, which was to decelerate as my foot was still off the gas pedal. i do not use cruise control, but cruise control switch was in the on position. i have since switched cruise control to off position and disconnected cruise control module harness, and will leave it disconnected.
Complaint filed: 2014-08-20
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2003 pontiac vibe. while driving during the daytime, the contact could not read the instrument panel display. the lighting was adjusted to the highest setting. the dealer diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 900. updated 6/3/15*cn
Complaint filed: 2017-08-09
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
summary vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of alaska, colorado, idaho, illinois, iowa, kansas, maine, michigan,minnesota, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new york, north dakota, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. a condition can occur where accumulated moisture can temporarily freeze in the brake vacuum hose if the vehicle is used in extremely cold climates for an extended period of time. safety risk this can result in the elimination of vacuum assist to the brakes that can increase stopping distances and could lead to a vehicle crash. yes, the vehicle is driven in ca, but this issue prevents traveling to cold states in the winter until it is fixed. manufacturer recall number v03 nhtsa recall number 97v156 recall status: recall incomplete
Complaint filed: 2015-05-21
Components: ENGINE
while driving noticed white smoke behind the vehicle, then all electronics failed but car remained running, pulled to side of the road and engine compartment engulfed in flames. the car was quickly on fire from the dash forward. tried calling vw costumer care and there are no recalls on the vehicle pertaining to fire. after searching online found dozens of similar if not exact incidents. this was my daughters car (17) and carried only liability. only reason for writing is to educate so that others are not facing a life threatning event, as vw denies any wrong doing.
Complaint filed: 2016-03-16
Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
fuel tank straps are under recall for rust and have been replaced to have the fuel tank to start to leak. the whole fuel tank is rusted up and is dangerous. ford will not replace the fuel tank. there is a danger that the fuel will catch on fire and will be hazard to the driver as well as other motorists.
Complaint filed: 2017-03-06
Components: STRUCTURE
this vehicles frame is breaking because it lacked adequate corrosion-resistant protection. as a result, it suffers heavily from rust perforation.
Complaint filed: 2017-08-25
Components: AIR BAGS
clock spring no speed control or keyless entry. part f5ua-14a664-ef is no longer available. air bag for driver will not work.
Complaint filed: 2016-06-07
Components: AIR BAGS
takata recall ? my wife and friend driving 30 mph in no traffic, and the drivers seat air bag deployed. there was no impact to the vehicle. she said it sounded like a gun shot and the yellow bag came out of the drivers seat. driving straight ahead on a country road.
Complaint filed: 2017-08-17
Components: STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai sonata. the contact stated that the heat shield fell off the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the subframe was severely rusted and corroded. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic who diagnosed that the undercarriage had severe rust and corrosion, and was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was then taken to grossinger hyundai of palatine (221 e lake cook rd, palatine, il 60074 (847) 348-6700) where it was diagnosed that the rear subframe was severely rusted, needed replacement, and was unsafe to drive. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and did not assist. the failure mileage was approximately 165,000.
Complaint filed: 2016-01-11
Components: AIR BAGS
i am concerned i got a letter about the recall in july and it is now january and i am driving an unsafe car. i am afraid to drive it. why has it taken more than 6 months to fix it. nothing has happened but there is nothing i can do about it.
Complaint filed: 2020-03-10
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2004 bmw 325i. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v018000 (air bags). the contact called two bmw dealers, including the bmw of monterey dealer, located at (1 geary plz, seaside, ca 93955) and it was confirmed that the parts were not available. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.
Complaint filed: 2014-05-01
Components: STRUCTURE
second owner of my buick 2001 purchased from the original owner with 5,000 miles in 2008. the second year i noticed when ever it rained there was water on the floor on the passenger side. i still own the car and over the years have just had regular maintenance done. the water on the passenger side has gotten worse and every time it rains i have to take towels and dry up about 1 inch of water from the carpet. i am retired now and hesitate to take the car to a mechanic as i have found most will take financial advantage of a female. just wondered if any other owners have had this problem or if there have been any recalls. eventually , i will have a mechanic look at it and get an estimate for repair as soon as i can because i am tired of mopping up water every time it rains. i also wonder what it is doing to the metal under the carpet. the original owner was an older woman who rarely drove the car. i purchased from her son at her death it still had the new car smell so i am pretty sure she bought the car new and this problem was inherent in the design. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-04-04
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2004 toyota rav4. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v284000 (air bags); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.
Complaint filed: 2016-10-26
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
complete loss of braking due to a broken rear brake line. occurred after pulling/ parking a 12000 lb 5th wheel rv. break attributed to rust by ford service dept.
Complaint filed: 2021-08-25
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
driving in the rain hit brakes they locked up
Complaint filed: 2019-10-11
Components: STRUCTURE
hi, i have a 2001 tundra that the frame is shot on. i have fixed it a few times to try to keep it on the road but it just keeps getting worse and worse. its to the point where i feel its not safe to drive anymore but toyota refuses to fix it. they say it doesn't qualify for their frame recall. i find this hard to believe beings they have replaced thousands of frames for corrosion so clearly they know its an issue but yet mine doesn't qualify. the frame rusted completely in half behind the cab and i welded in a steel plate so i could drive it again. it also has large holes in various other locations of the frame as well. this is a bit ridiculous as the truck only has 135k miles on it.
Complaint filed: 2016-03-31
Components: STRUCTURE
takata recall - the driver seat door is almost falling off of its hinges. takata recall - there is corrosion under the car from rusting, making major holes under the car
Complaint filed: 2015-06-11
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2000 volvo s70. while driving at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle accelerated. when making a left or right turn, the vehicle stalled and the ets light illuminated. the failure recurred several times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 131,000.
Complaint filed: 2017-02-05
Components: AIR BAGS
takata recall srs warning light on
Complaint filed: 2018-01-09
Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
takata recall on light keeps going off! already replaced bulb but it still goes off and comes back on when you turn it on!
Complaint filed: 2019-10-29
Components: STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. the contact stated that the dashboard began to fracture and was currently in several pieces. the contact called i-10 mac haik dodge chrysler (located at 12111 katy fwy, houston, tx 77079, 713-538-2700) and was informed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that there was no recall for the failure. the contact was referred to nhtsa to file a complaint. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Complaint filed: 2014-05-02
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn ion. the contact stated that after the ignition switch was replaced under nhtsa campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system), the key continued to become stuck in the newer ignition switch. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the failure was caused by faulty wiring that was connected from the ignition switch to the shifter. the manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. the failure mileage was 167,000.
Complaint filed: 2016-10-18
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owned a 2001 honda civic. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front of the vehicle. the air bags did not deploy and the driver sustained a neck injury. it was unknown if medical attention was received. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 158,000.
Complaint filed: 2017-07-10
Components: STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic (martinez body shop in belton, missouri) for headlight repairs and the mechanic noticed severe rust on the entire frame. the contact received an unknown recall notification in 2014. the vehicle was taken to milley toyota in canton, missouri for an evaluation and was advised that the vehicle was perfectly fine and there was no rust. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
Complaint filed: 2017-10-12
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
on 916/17, we were just getting off the entrance onto route 276, east bound, north of philly. i was starting to accelerate and merge with traffic when the accelerator pedal suddenly went to the floor on its own. i then turned off the engine with the key and was able to pull off the right hand side of the road. after we were towed a mechanic was able to lift the pedal after detangling it from the cruise control cable. there was a recall for faulty cruise control (sticking accelerator pedal) in 2015. i took my vehicle in for the recall and it was repaired by a ford dealer on 6/1/15. the recall notice is 12s37/nhtsa recall 12v-353 i do not have the ability to scan a repair bill, which amounted to a mechanic tying the cable up out of the way of the pedal
Complaint filed: 2015-10-06
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v285000 (air bags) and stated that the parts needed for the recall repair were not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.
Complaint filed: 2016-08-08
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
hello, i'm not sure who to contact in regards to this, but i have a 2002 pontiac grand am and received a safety recall notice in the mail, (the ignition/security recall.) i brought my car to the dealership, only to discover they never fixed it and when i called to address them about it, they reassured me they did, and have had second and third parties, (mechanics,) look and they if fact, did not. as a result, i've invested so much money and am now in car-less, and am a widow with 4 children going to college full time online. i've tried to fix it myself and having other mechanics who don't specialize in this fix it. please any help or information would be appreciated. thank you for your time. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-12-01
Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
my 17-year-old son was driving the car home from work and after making a right turn the car severely jerks to the right. he almost went off of the road. we took the car to our local mechanic and were told that there was corrosion and separation of the control arm and we would need a brace to complete the repair. the mechanic said when he took the car for a test drive the steering wheel is out of alignment and he almost hit a mailbox when the car jerked to the right. when investigating how to get a used part i discovered that there is a recall for this exact issue (ford recall 14s02). my car fits the same model year and purchase/registration locations as indicated in the recall, but ford refuses to make the repair under the recall. currently we are completely unable to drive the vehicle because it is unsafe for my son and other drivers on the road for the car to be driven. had my son been driving faster when this happened there could have been a terrible accident. *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-10-14
Components: STRUCTURE
paint on the roof and hood started to fade. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-02-19
Components: STRUCTURE
1997 rav4 awd 109000 dealer serviced took in for a oil change 2/18/16 dealer informed me that the cradle assy has a tennis ball size hole in it near next to left control arm , $2361.30 to replace or junk the vehicle not safe to drive, vehicle serviced every 5000 miles and its brought to my attention now, my 22 yr old daughter has been driving this vehicle the last 6 1/2 yrs a very poor design by toyota
Complaint filed: 2016-01-14
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2001 oldsmobile alero. the contact stated that while driving at any speed, the turning signal failed to operate. the trac off and anti-lock system warning lights displayed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was stated that the dashboard needed to be opened in order to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 125,000.
Complaint filed: 2014-08-27
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
started vehicle in my driveway, shifted into drive and instrument cluster goes dark. no power mirrors, seats, no radio, no air. *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-01-21
Components: AIR BAGS
after one year i still have an outstanding recall, m35? nhtsa 12v-527. chrysler still has no parts to make the necessary safety repair. how long must we wait until nhtsa and chrysler fix this problem? *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-01-30
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2001 pontiac bonneville. the contact stated that he attempted to start the vehicle but when the key was turned in the ignition, there was an explosion from under to hood. the contact exited the vehicle and noticed that a fire had erupted from under the hood. the contact was not injured. the contact stated that the fire department extinguished the fire but was unable to determine the origin of the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 180,000.
Complaint filed: 2014-06-16
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. the contact stated that on numerous occasions the vehicle failed to start, also the vehicle remained on after it was turned off and the key was removed. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the ignition. since the vehicle was repaired, the entire instrument panel failed to give an accurate reading. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was unavailable.
Complaint filed: 2020-09-04
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2001 acura cl. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v027000 (air bags) however, the part needed to repair the defect was unavailable. an unknown dealer and the manufacturer were notified and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available. *bf*jb
Complaint filed: 2014-07-30
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,AIR BAGS
i have three recall notifications and nissan customer service says they are not valid to my vin. so are these recalls not valid or does nissan not want to recall my vehicle? recall subject : passenger side air bag inflator may rupture report receipt date: jun 24, 2014 nhtsa campaign number: 14v361000 component(s): air bags recall subject : nissan/crank/cam position sensor weld report receipt date: nov 17, 2003 nhtsa campaign number: 03v455000 component(s): engine and engine cooling
Complaint filed: 2015-03-04
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 1999 jeep grand cherokee. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the clock spring needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown. the vin was unavailable.
Complaint filed: 2014-06-13
Components: STRUCTURE
when closing rear panel, the panel cracked. *js
Complaint filed: 2014-03-27
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. the contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph, the abs warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and an authorized dealer, who both stated that the abs sensor would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Complaint filed: 2017-07-11
Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
check engine light on, vehicle will not pass emissions testing. audi determined that it was due to a fuel leak from a crack in the passenger side rear rollover valve. vehicle had been recalled in past for similar issue (performed). tank has 4 rollover valves, only one (front driver) included in prior recall. initial quoted $3,300 to replace tank. audi offered to pay for replacement tank with the exception of $600 (repair order attached). repair completed on 2/23/2017, car passes state inspection. as you can see by the "staining" in the attached photo, the leak was significant dealer then calls to say that car needs to be returned to perform prior recall on the newly installed tank. recall to be performed on only the one rollover valve (driver front) that can be accessed with out removing fuel tank. not the valve that was leaking and necessitated the replacement. i requested that audi perform recall on all 4 rollover valves as they installed a knowingly defective part and the risk of another crack/leak exists. dealer says audi refuses. i have made several calls to both dealer and audi with no response from audi beyond a conversation with customer service. check engine light back on 5/08/2017. emailed dealer on 5/11/2017 (attached pdf) with my request (again), and have received no contact from audi. returning car to dealer for recall on the one rollover valve on 7/12/17. audi is putting this car back on the road with the strong potential of a fuel leak.
Complaint filed: 2015-01-22
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2000 chevrolet impala. vehicle repairs were applied but consumer would like reimbursement due to recall. *ta the dealer performed the ignition recall. *jb
Complaint filed: 2015-02-23
Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
bought car used and didn't notice the shift problem til later.shifts hard from 2 to 3rd gear. many people have issue with this mostly being the ecm going bad then destroying the transmission. both are expensive fixes and both are dangerous leading to accidents. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-01-29
Components: AIR BAGS
my local dealer can't seam too get the replacement airbags, this has gone on for years now and no results. i just want my vehicle repaired.
Complaint filed: 2014-08-20
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
cannot remove key from ignition switch. has always made an echo type sound when you are sitting idle since i bought the car in 2005. *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-09-17
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
went to start the car and at first the key wouldn't turn over i had to keep taking put and inserting it at a different side it eventually started. soon as it turned over the brake light esp and abs light started flashing the car is stuck in park. *tr
Complaint filed: 2018-11-27
Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
the frame where the lower control arm meets is rusting out at an alarming rate. it is going to be unsafe to drive in a few months when the rear lower control arms will be ripped off from the frame rail. there is almost no rust on the body of the truck and it spend most of its life in arizona out of the salt belt. in only 5 years the frame has started to desegregate and it has been cleaned reqularly. i've started undercoating it with petroleum based products and rust converters/ inhibitors and it is still just meting away. the rust hole has grown to over 2 times the size it was 2 months ago. i'm really disappointed that the frames are this bad, i had gm vehicles older and less maintained do better than this.
Complaint filed: 2017-04-18
Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
"takata recall" fans work when they want to, they haven't worked in close the three weeks went to slow down to yeild onto a highway and the fans cut on full force and wouldn't shut off dried contacts out and caused me to almost go into a ditch . they finally shut off later that afternoon.
Complaint filed: 2018-04-10
Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
while driving on an interstate highway at 65 miles per hour the engine shut down and i pulled off onto the shoulder. after sitting for about 5 minutes i tried the ignition key and the engine started and i continued on my way.
Complaint filed: 2019-05-15
Components: SEATS
cpsc: the heated seat in my vehicle has burned a hole through the seat.*dt the consumer stated the manufacturer was notified but, did not offer any assistance. *js
Complaint filed: 2016-09-02
Components: STRUCTURE
sudden unintentional acceleration: on three different occasions, from years 1998-2015. the first incident occurred in town, 1998. i had to apply the emergency brake to disengage the surging accelerator. i had the vehicle towed to the dealer, who could find nothing wrong. perhaps a floor mat problem, they said. i replaced the mats with an after market pair- suv compatible and mud resistant with many, grippers on the underside. within a year, i quit driving the vehicle and my husband took the explorer as his daily driver. he never experienced the problem, i had had. i sold my car after retirement and on occasion now drive the 1996 ford explorer again. i have had two more incidents of sua within 2014-2015 - both on the interstate, both with the replacement mats. at the beginning of both trips, i ensured that the mat looked a safe distance from the pedals. but-both times, that the unintentional acceleration happened, i reached down and grabbed the mat behind my feet and pulled it away from the accelerator pedal. this disengaged the runaway speed. i believe the problem is not only the manufacturing structure of the mats, but the size/shape of the ford pedal. the pedal size is a problem for short stature drivers. i am 5'1" and i must pull the seat far enough forward to reach the pedal, but try to stay a safe distance away from the steering wheel airbag. this leaves me stretching my foot/toes to reach the pedal and applying pressure in an area that causes the floor mat to get stuck under the accel. pedal. i did remove the mat, completely!, now! all three incidents were unexpected and panic attacks to my core. i am immensely fortunate to not have killed someone or myself. it really concerns me that someone else would own my ford explorer, and not know of this hidden danger. my vehicle has only about 84,000 miles on it.
Complaint filed: 2015-02-11
Components: SEAT BELTS
tl* the contact owns a 1991 honda accord. the contact stated that the seat belt buckle would not latch or retract. in addition, the buckle seat belt warning light illuminated while seat belt was buckled. the failure occurred on a daily basis. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the seat belt control module needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 268,000.
Complaint filed: 2019-07-15
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2002 honda cr-v. the contact stated that there was smoke and a strong electrical burn odor emitted from the driver's door main switches area. the contact was able to move onto the road shoulder. the contact found that the master electrical system caught fire. the contact was unable to close the rear passenger side window. driver door switch arcing and melting. the switch was replaced and only one window isnt working. the manufacturer was contacted. the manufacturer advised the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 12v486000 (electrical system, visibility). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 254,000. *bf *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-06-13
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
applied the brakes to stop at signal light. brake line to right front brake broke with partial loss of braking ability. *js
Complaint filed: 2014-08-06
Components: STRUCTURE
the clear coat on my black 1998 honda accord peeled off leaving the car looking like it has a skin disorder. the problem is most prevalent on the hood, roof and trunk, while the doors, bumpers and quarterpanels seem unaffected. the problem has persisted for years, and i had it also with a previous 1994 accord. the paint just fails after 6 or 8 years-very disappointing performance. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-03-07
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while the vehicle was parked, the power outlet in the center console started smoking. the contact and the passenger found the source of the smoke, pulled the panel off the center console, and noticed the outlet was on fire. the contact extinguished the fire. there were no injuries and a police report was not filed. on another occasion, the contact heard loud grinding noises coming from the engine. while driving 50 mph and without warning, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was able to be restarted and driven to the contact's residence. once home, the vehicle stalled. upon further investigation, the contact stated that the spring separated from the engine and that the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. the failure mileage was 135,000.
Complaint filed: 2017-05-23
Components: STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford escape. the contact stated that the vehicle had extensive premature rust and corrosion. an independent mechanic diagnosed that the subframe was completely rusted and needed to be replaced. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle and notified the manufacturer, but no remedy was provided. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v165000 (structure). the failure mileage was not available.
Complaint filed: 2015-05-06
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. the contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v312000 (air bags) and 05v254000 (air bags); however, the parts needed to do the repairs were not available. the contact believed that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to perform the recall repairs. the manufacturer was not made aware of the delay. the contact had not experienced a failure.
Complaint filed: 2018-06-05
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
front brake caliper pistons seized up causing me to go through a stop light. see enclosed video. please review all the complaints regarding toyota 4runner caliper pistons seizing up. this is a serious design defect that requires your immediate attention.
Complaint filed: 2021-04-09
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
the vehicle brakes frequently go out and start to shake and make a springy noise when you push down on them and the brakes lose power and cannot be applied safely. this may lead to a crash and nissan cannot diagnose this with certainty so intervention from nhtsa is needed. i have learned that there is a possible faulty delta computer sensor and/or brake booster that nissan cannot problem solve very well. this problem could or has led to crashes when you cannot apply the brakes at speed. it only happens when driving and the only way to stop it is for the vehicle to be pulled over to the side of the road and shut off and restarted. please put out a recall for this so that way there are no crashes that can injury my family or others.
Complaint filed: 2014-08-26
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
the brake's lost pressure and ended up rear ending the car in front of me. after further examination all the brakes lines are completely rusted and and one of the lines gave out completely which lead to the loss of pressure and cause of wreck. *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-05-30
Components: STRUCTURE
the frame is so rusted out that it could not be inspected and was told it was unsafe to drive. *tr
Complaint filed: 2015-09-24
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge ram 1500. the contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v770000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure.
Complaint filed: 2017-01-26
Components: STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc yukon xl 1500. the contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion near the front windshield area and the rear window. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not recommend a solution. the failure mileage was not available.
Complaint filed: 2016-09-19
Components: STRUCTURE
rusting undercarriage on passenger and driver side
Complaint filed: 2018-03-18
Components: AIR BAGS
my honda civic 2004 air bag light is on, and dealer will not fixed because my vin number is not under recall but same time 2004 honda civic models has been effected in airbag recall
Complaint filed: 2017-11-03
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
vehicle shifts hard from gear to gear for first 5 minutes or so of driving. randomly throws 02 or cps codes. had all parts replaced more than once. pcm replaced twice. two mechanics confirmed it was a faulty pcm. shifting etc, is better when negative battery cable disconnected overnight. after a few cycles, the issues return. pcms are defective from the factory. my mechanic currently has two 2006 jeeps with the sam problem. long involved post with multiple examples documenting issues here:http://www.wranglerforum.com/f210/1st-to-2nd-hard-shifts-when-cold-2006-lj-1755777.html. vehicle is unpredictable upon initial acceleration as it may be in 2nd gear while stopped. almost had multiple accidents.
Complaint filed: 2017-03-22
Components: STRUCTURE
my frame has rusted out. i have kept it very clean and protected but still is rusting.
Complaint filed: 2015-12-11
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. after activating the turn signal, the vehicle suddenly shut off and the air bag sensor light illuminated. while driving, the key was removed from the ignition switch and the vehicle continued to operate. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failures. the failure mileage was 184,000.
Complaint filed: 2021-09-13
Components: STRUCTURE
the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated while driving with cargo, the cables fractured, and the items in the bed of the truck shifted to the tailgate and cause the tailgate to become inoperable. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 04v129000 (structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer who declined to repair the vehicle. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 174,000 parts distribution disconnect.
Complaint filed: 2014-05-31
Components: STRUCTURE
walked out to my car one morning and found my dash to be cracked. a big crack in the center. the car is a 2004 model, but i owned a 1984 car and the dash never cracked. there are a lot of the same complaints online with the same model of car and year. this is a manufacture defect and needs to be recalled. *tr
Complaint filed: 2016-12-08
Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
multifunction switch randomly fails to turn on low beam in motion and stopped. to operate the vehicle with some lights on at night, left hand has to hold down the high beam as it fails to stay on. steering wheel must then be operated with only when hand. replacing the the multi function switch fixes the problem until it fails again. averaging 6 months between failures and have replaced the switch 3 times already.
Complaint filed: 2017-10-28
Components: STRUCTURE
the frame rail on the left side is broken in 2 places under the cab area. the frame broke while driving. now the cab sags 1 in lower where the cab meets the box. body lines no longer match up. there is no reason a 18 yr old truck with a mint condition body and only driven approx 17500 km per year should break the way it did. this perfectly good step side truck is now useless and completely unsafe to drive.
Complaint filed: 2015-07-19
Components: AIR BAGS
i was driving my 2002 toyota rav4. suv on june 26, 2015. a lady talking on her cell phone went through a stop sign and hit my car head on. me and my passenger sustained several injuries. my vehicle caught on fire and we could not get out of the car (the doors were jambed) finally with some help we were able to get out of my vehicle. i hurt my head, chest, stomach, right leg cut, right knee joint damaged and left arm and hand seriously injured. everyone ( the police, firemen, witnesses,wrecker truck people and the toyota garage that my vehicle was taken to wanted to know why my airbags did not deploy when the vehicle hit me. the ladies air bags did deploy and she was not injured. however, my airbags did not deploy which caused me to seriously injured. i am still receiving medical treatment for my injuries and my vehicle was totaled. even the mechanics at the toyota collision center where my vehicle was towed to said that my air bags should have deployed and because they failed to deploy allowed me to be seriously injured. i would like for you agency to perform an investigation on why my airbags failed to deploy which caused me to be injured. if the airbags failed to deploy in my toyota rav4 suv then i am sure that there other toyota rav4-suv's with defective airbags. please advise. thank you.
Complaint filed: 2015-09-24
Components: AIR BAGS
my son was driving home from high school band practice when he lost control and hit a tree head on fire department had to brake window to get him and the boy with him out of the truck. neither air bag went off.i called the 800 number and reported it. was told truck to old
Complaint filed: 2015-06-26
Components: ENGINE
while passing a truck on a two lane highway apparently the temperature sensor falsely executed a "slow down" mode that reduced 8 cylinders to 4 depowering the car and nearly getting me killed as i could not complete the pass. problem is intermittent and dealers in pennsylvania and washington state have not been able to resolve. upon searching the web this is a very common problem for all late model ferrari v8 models including our 360 and the 430. http://aldousvoice.com/2012/12/27/ferrari-360-slow-down/ if you google "ferrari slow down warning" you will see that this is a common problem with all the automobiles. these cars are extremely dangerous as there are many circumstances where a sudden loss of power could be life threatening. updated 10/07/15*lj updated 11/01/2017*cn
Complaint filed: 2017-10-17
Components: STEERING
after the car is parked in the hot sun all day, the steering of the vehicle gets "stuck". it is hard to steer and stay smooth in the lane because you are struggling to get the steering unstuck at 70mph down the interstate. this is a very serious and dangerous problem that needs to be revisited. my car only has 31k miles on it.
Complaint filed: 2016-10-14
Components: STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. upon taking the vehicle to an independent repair shop for routine maintenance, it was diagnosed that the frame had extensive rust, corrosion, and could fracture. the frame needed to be replaced. the independent mechanic recommended that the vehicle be taken to a dealer. the dealer indicated that a manufacturer recall had been completed in 2012 for the frame of the vehicle, but the contact was unable to confirm if the frame was replaced from the recall repair. the manufacturer also indicated that a recall repair was performed in 2012 and provided no solution. the failure mileage was not available.
Complaint filed: 2016-01-13
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep grand cherokee. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v046000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. vin tool confirms parts not available.
Complaint filed: 2014-09-22
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that after parking and turning off the vehicle, the key became lodged in the ignition switch. the vehicle was towed to a dealer. the technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 95,000.
Complaint filed: 2014-03-12
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2002 buick regal. the contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph the engine stalled without warning. the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. upon restarting, the vehicle resumed normally. the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the failure mileage was unavailable. *tr
Complaint filed: 2015-05-13
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i had to have the key lock cylinder replaced for the second time i took it in about a month ago and gm done the recall which was to put a plastic plug in the keys but did not replace the lock and at the time i told them i needed a new lock. i have not taken my car out of the area because of warning lights coming on and not starting problems. i have replaced the battery many times and gm replaced sensors a few times. gm knows they have a problem but have not been held accountable for the repairs.
Complaint filed: 2017-04-06
Components: AIR BAGS
takata recall i have received 3 recall notices,i have called the dealer and they say that there are no parts available for this repair last call was on 3/2017
Complaint filed: 2014-01-26
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
on show covered road my brakes lines ruptured causing me to slam into a tree. the pedal went right to the floor. after inspecting the truck we found all the steel brakes have rusted out and needing replacement. dealer quote was $1.700.00. *tr
Complaint filed: 2018-07-17
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
brake lines rusting. twice in a month the brakes failed after a hard stop at a traffic light. lucky for me others there were no cars in front of me or trying to cross the intersection. after applying the brake hard to stop, the brake pedal continued all the way to the floor and the car did not stop. the mechanic told me that the brake lines rusted and therefore the brake fluid leaked out of the system
Complaint filed: 2020-10-30
Components: AIR BAGS
on friday october 9,2020 approx. 5:56 pm i was coming out of acme parking lot, stationary at traffic light awaiting a green light . all car windows were up, ac on. next thing i knew i heard a "ding" and before i knew it, both air bags deployed , shattering passenger glove box apart, sending debris and plastic in my face. driver steering wheel destroyed. entire vehicle filled with "fire like smell" from dual air bag deploying. no injuries to myself, no one else in vehicle with me at time of incident. no accident of any kind had occurred that would explain dual air bag deployment without any impact to vehicle. i can provide photos upon request. this is definitely a manufacturing defect.
Complaint filed: 2015-03-15
Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN
the 2004 nissan maxima suffers from a common issue within the transmission. the valve body causes premature transmission failure within these cars. this results in sudden hard jerking / delayed shifting when changing gears in their automatic transmission. this means loss of control occurs when the transmission finally catches itself since the car will continue to rev higher than normal. overtime the car will experience slow acceleration, due to the car being thrown into a safety mode unexpectedly which keeps the car in a "5th" gear state. also, because of the codes this faulty part will throw, a vehicle with this transmission will not pass certain state emissions. repairs are upwards to thousands of dollars, and unfortunately replacing it with the same part will only be a temporary fix. this is a major safety concern because it dramatically reduces the response time, and puts the driver at serious risk. *tr
Complaint filed: 2014-09-23
Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
bought suv in december of 2012 and everything seemed to work fine. within the next few months there were several times that the cruise would not engage without pushing it on off several times. after june of 2013 it rarely engaged at all at any speed. now, september 2014 it will not engage at all. afraid it might cause short /or a fire under the hood. noticed recall identified this problem on 2002 models. this vehicle was actually built in 2002, so am wondering if this might be one that got missed in the recall? own a 1994 f-250 that has both 1993 and 1994 parts on it. *tr
Complaint filed: 2017-04-12
Components: STRUCTURE
dash is cracking creating sharp sections that would be an extreme hazard in the event of an airbag deployment.
Complaint filed: 2019-11-04
Components: SERVICE BRAKES
parking brake will not hold the car in place and was like that when i bought it new. unable to repair it to make it hold the car. problems getting car inspected.
Complaint filed: 2016-08-29
Components: AIR BAGS
tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2003 bmw m3. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v318000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect.