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11,203,142
2019-04-23
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda civic. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 19v182000 (air bags). the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to c...
AIR BAGS
10,746,504
2015-08-05
STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2005 acura tl. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked on the passenger side. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. the vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was...
STRUCTURE
10,578,661
2014-04-09
STRUCTURE
i purchased the vehicle in 2006, shortly thereafter, i began to notice pieces of plastic laying on the floor. it was my belief that the children were breaking the plastic until i was driving and a large piece of the dash simply fell to the floor. this problem has persisted to the point where i am afraid to drive the ve...
STRUCTURE
10,616,931
2014-07-28
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. while driving approximately 45 mph, the brakes failed when the pedal was depressed. the contact had to apply the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. an independent mechanic stated that the brake lines needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired ...
SERVICE BRAKES
11,352,877
2020-09-02
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
on saturday august 29, 2020 i was driving in my 2002 ford windstar down a road that was under construction. the speed limit of the road is 35 mph and there is a current bump in the road at an asphalt elevation change. as soon as i went over the bump it was obvious that something was severely wrong with the vehicle. the...
OTHER
10,628,445
2014-08-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet trailblazer. the contact stated that while making a turn at 5 mph, the speedometer failed. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician diagnosed that the instrument cluster gauge failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of ...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,936,781
2016-12-21
SERVICE BRAKES
99 tahoe - several times repeatidly - hit brakes- suv starts stopping then brakes pule no stop-several times came so close rear ending vehicle in front due to pulsing brakes not stopping !!!!!called chevrolet on recall bulletin - says not my vehicle !!!! i get into accident -will be sueing chevrolet with bulletin recal...
SERVICE BRAKES
10,808,151
2015-12-03
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford mustang. the contact stated that while driving, there was an odor of fuel present inside vehicle and fuel was discovered to be leaking under the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel filler line had corroded. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer ...
OTHER
10,683,321
2015-03-18
AIR BAGS
2003 toyota corolla. consumer writes in regards to vehicle driver side and passenger side airbags issues. *smd consumer sent additional correspondence. *smd the consumer was informed the parts were not available. *jb
AIR BAGS
10,790,239
2015-11-13
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2004 acura tl. the contact stated that while turning the vehicle on, the vsa warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was turned off and restarted; however, the vsa warning indicator remained illuminated followed by the illumination of the abs warning indicator. the vehicle was taken to the dea...
SERVICE BRAKES
10,567,808
2014-03-07
STRUCTURE
the dashboard has came all apart. from 1998 to 2004 this has been a night mare for owners. i will not buy another dodge for safety reasons people could be struck while driving!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *tr
STRUCTURE
11,243,748
2019-08-13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2000 honda accord. when the vehicle was started at night, the instrument panel lighting did not illuminate. the lighting illuminated when the contact struck the dashboard with his hand. the contact stated that the failure occurred for approximately three years when the temperature was very hot at...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,898,524
2016-08-25
AIR BAGS
it's been 15 months since being notified about the recall and i still have not been notified that the part is available for the repair. i'm concerned because my car is one of the oldest in the recall date range and it is the driver air bag, which is the one position always occupied in the vehicle and by me. there is al...
AIR BAGS
10,775,428
2015-09-23
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. the contact received 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 ...
AIR BAGS
10,596,365
2014-06-05
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac deville. the contact stated that while driving approximate 35 mph, the abs and the traction control warning lights illuminated. the failure recurred intermittently and progressed to permanent. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact stated that the vehicle was not inc...
SERVICE BRAKES
10,565,806
2014-02-25
STEERING
tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. the contact stated that while reversing from a driveway, the power steering became inoperable and made it difficult for the contact to turn the steering wheel. the contact added power steering fluid to the vehicle and the failure ceased. two days later, the failure recurred. th...
OTHER
10,672,757
2015-01-15
SEATS
seat warmers on both sides of vehicle became really hot towards the front center portion of the seat. turned them off and when i got home i removed the leather from the seat and found bare wires that were over heating and burning through the seat cushion and backing on the leather. *tr
OTHER
10,928,231
2016-11-28
AIR BAGS
takata recall i was notified of the recall for faulty airbags in july 2015 the recall campagin 15v-318 the drivers side air bag is not available, i have been calling every two months since i recieved this notice, i need this repaired. the passengers side has been replaced. i drive ths car more than i haul passengers, p...
AIR BAGS
10,780,784
2015-10-08
AIR BAGS
vehicle was involved in a front end collision at 35mph hitting the rear of a stopped car due to traffic on the sr125 freeway in san diego county. the front end crumpled but the driver's airbag failed to deploy. hood, bumper, grill, quarter panels all crushed, but airbag failed to deploy. question whether the inflator f...
AIR BAGS
10,619,583
2014-08-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2005 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to vehicle lost power while driving. *smd the consumer waited six weeks for the part to arrive, to replace the ignition switch. after the consumer retrieved the vehicle and drove 5-6 miles, the vehicle lost power again. apparently, the battery failed. *jb
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11,074,221
2018-02-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
i have researched that my vehicle has in fact have the same ignition starting issues also as other chevy impalas. when turning the key to start vehicle as to initiate engine run, the vehicle suddenly ceases electrical power to the ignition coil. several minutes later after a brief pause the initial turning the key igni...
OTHER
11,141,300
2018-10-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tamara recall. my 2000 model ford f150 was sitting in the driveway last night. it had been parked there since noon. at 11:10 last night, i saw flames coming from outside, and my trucks hood was completely engulfed in flames. wondering what would make it catch on fire.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11,076,847
2018-03-08
POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced trouble shifting in the intended gear. the failure occurred approximately three times. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission shift cable was defective and needed to be re...
OTHER
10,705,912
2015-04-15
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet avalanche 1500. while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed to the floor. the contact pumped the brake pedal and the vehicle came to a stop. the contact exited the vehicle and discovered brake fluid leaking from the vehicle. the...
SERVICE BRAKES
11,256,194
2019-09-17
STRUCTURE
mechanic told me that my frame was rusted through. he could put his fist through a hole in the frame and recommended i call a dealer to see if this was on a recall list. when i called and gave them the vin, they said no it is not a recall. what can i do? especially if i cannot afford another vehicle!
STRUCTURE
10,615,061
2014-07-21
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that the headlight bulbs constantly overheated and need to be replaced. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. however, the headlight covers were replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure...
OTHER
10,874,643
2016-06-16
WHEELS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac srx. while driving 45 mph, the vehicle vibrated, the wheels seized, and the electronic stability control warning light illuminated. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the stability sensor at the en...
OTHER
10,604,565
2014-06-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2003 mercedes benz s-600. the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the instrument panel went blank and the contact was not able to see neither the fuel gauge nor the speedometer. the contact mentioned that due to the failure he ran out of fuel. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer ...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11,163,333
2018-12-25
STRUCTURE
takata recall stationary, rusted crossmember
STRUCTURE
10,661,720
2014-12-29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2002 oldsmobile alero gl customer requesting reimbursement for ignition repair. *mw the ignition passlock cylinder and module were replaced four times. *jb
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,876,533
2016-06-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ignition lock cylinder failure resulting in the device stocking and becoming stuck inoperable. at first it was difficult to turn to the run possition. it would feel stuck and took some wiggling and shaking in order to start the vehicle. which progressed to being stuck permanently.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,787,515
2015-11-01
ENGINE
valve covers are leaking oil right on the exhaust manifold which caused a small fire this engine was recalled in other cars for this problem but not buick lesabre
OTHER
11,204,733
2019-04-30
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2004 honda odyssey. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 16v344000 (air bags) by gillman honda (10595 w sam houston pkwy s, houston, tx 77099, (866) 935-8321); however, the air bag warning indicator illuminated afte...
AIR BAGS
10,594,131
2014-05-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
all lights go out without warning. *tr
OTHER
10,588,724
2014-05-15
STRUCTURE
the doors don't open good and the door handles break. we have had fixed twice and the previous owner had fixed also! *tr
STRUCTURE
10,608,879
2014-07-08
STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2003 jeep liberty. the contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign id number 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure). however, the contact was not able to have the vehicle serviced under the recall because the part needed was unavailable. the dealer was unable to provide an expected da...
OTHER
10,732,711
2015-07-08
SERVICE BRAKES
i was driving on highway and was getting off at a exit ramp and i pressed on the brake pad the pedal went to the floor and i did not have brakes at that point and almost hit the vehicle in front of me i finaly came to a stop and checked to see what the problem was and seen brake fluid everywhere under the wheel well i ...
SERVICE BRAKES
11,355,139
2020-09-15
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 1997 honda civic. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v026000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. honda of greeley (4535 w. 29th st, greeley, co 80634) was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. the contact stated tha...
AIR BAGS
10,653,110
2014-11-06
WHEELS
tl* the contact owns a 2002 mazda tribute. while driving approximately 20 mph, the front passenger side wheel unexpectedly detached from the vehicle. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the contact experienced a failure related to nhtsa campaign number: 1...
OTHER
11,325,961
2020-05-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
gm passlock system faulty leaving me stranded far from home.thankfully, i was not in the road. my vehicle wouldn't start. this is a huge problem and many people have experienced it. *tr
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,660,123
2014-11-21
SERVICE BRAKES
tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that the brake lines were rusted and corroded. the contact replaced the brake lines, but the failure recurred. in addition, while driving approximately 50 mph, the brake lines fractured. the vehicle was taken to private mechanic, who diagnosed tha...
SERVICE BRAKES
11,100,548
2018-06-08
STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2000 bmw 328ci. the contact stated that there was a crack in the lower sub panel of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to competition bmw of smithtown (599 middle country rd, st james, ny 11780, (888) 861-6280) where a failure in the rear driver side floor mounts was discovered. the vehicle was n...
STRUCTURE
11,010,108
2017-07-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the fuse box on top of the battery melted due to overheating from the alternator cable. no excessive electrical load has been placed on the battery. just normal use of the car causes this to melt.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,970,730
2017-04-05
AIR BAGS
after a collision where my tracker hit another vehicle at around 55 mph on a highway, my vehicle hit dead on to the side of another (t-bone) and my sensor should have triggered my airbags and did not.
AIR BAGS
10,824,506
2016-02-05
STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. after taking the vehicle to the dealer, the technician diagnosed that the front driver side subframe was severely corroded and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 143,000.
STRUCTURE
10,605,088
2014-06-22
SERVICE BRAKES
blew a hole in brake line at boat landing. luckily i got it stopped before it went into the lake. all brake lines are rusted and need to be replaced. this could have caused severe injury or death if it happened at a different time. i think a recall is necessary as this is a major safety issue. i also have a friend that...
SERVICE BRAKES
10,622,222
2014-08-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
theft system did not allow the car to start. theft system light appears intermittently. following the "wait 10 minutes" procedure described in other complaints results in start on some occasions but does not work on others. considering the gm ignition problem recalls, i do not understand why this has not been the subje...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,690,965
2015-02-26
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. while driving at 45 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into another vehicle due to ice and gravel on the highway. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was destroyed. a police report was filed. the contact sustained a bruised head and fractured thumb that required medical att...
AIR BAGS
10,953,703
2017-02-09
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
my 2000 corvette fuel leaks, not to sure from where. my garage has very strong fume odor. sometimes when i am driving it the odor is unbearable
OTHER
10,640,464
2014-10-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2000 oldsmobile intrigue. while attempting to start the vehicle, the ignition failed to start. the vehicle restarted after several attempts. the contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufact...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,713,527
2015-04-29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac cts. since the contact has owned the vehicle, there was an intermittent short pertaining to the connection of the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. the vehicle was to be further inspected and diagnosed to determine if there was an electrical malfunctio...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,593,335
2014-05-22
STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2001 hyundai elantra. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for an unrelated issue where they informed the contact that the entire rear sub frame was rusted and corroded. the dealer informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the failu...
STRUCTURE
11,084,278
2018-04-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the car dies while driving, sometimes in motion, sometimes stopped in traffic. the mechanic said it is the ignition switch. this was the subject of a recall previously in 2002. i can't tell if my car was listed or repaired then.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,863,576
2016-05-06
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-250. while the vehicle was parked without the key in the ignition, it attempted to start independently. the contact mentioned that the connectors to the battery terminal had to be removed to prevent the vehicle from independently starting. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. th...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10,596,323
2014-06-05
SERVICE BRAKES
during test drive for unrelated repair the brakes completely failed. the emergency brake had to be applied to stop the vehicle. inspection resulted in finding the brake line had "blown" out due to excessive rust/corrosion. the entire brake lines had similar corrosion and when touched would practically disintegrate. res...
SERVICE BRAKES
11,406,203
2021-04-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i was driving on the highway with my daughter and girlfriend when suddenly the car caught an electrical fire out of nowhere. i pulled over and cloudy smoke was arising luckily the state trooper had a fire extinguisher to put it out before the car caught on heavy flames.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM