Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

59 NHTSA complaints about electrical system:body control module/bcm issues across 18 makes and 44 models.

The electrical system:body control module/bcm is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 59 filings from 18 manufacturers and 44 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.

Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the HONDA CR-V with 6 filings, followed by HONDA CIVIC and JEEP RENEGADE. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.

Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.

59
Complaints
44
Models Affected
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 HONDA CR-V 6
2 HONDA CIVIC 3
3 JEEP RENEGADE 2
4 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2
5 JEEP COMPASS 2
6 FORD FLEX 2
7 FORD FIESTA 2
8 FORD F-250 2
9 FORD F-150 2
10 FORD EXPLORER 2
11 VOLVO C70 1
12 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1
13 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 1
14 RAM 2500 1
15 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE 1
16 MINI COOPER S CLUBMAN 1
17 MINI COOPER S 1
18 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 1
19 LINCOLN MKC 1
20 LAND ROVER LR2 1
21 KIA SPORTAGE 1
22 KIA SORENTO 1
23 JEEP CHEROKEE 1
24 HONDA PILOT 1
25 HONDA ODYSSEY 1
26 HONDA HR-V 1
27 GMC SIERRA 1500 1
28 FORD TRANSIT 1
29 FORD MUSTANG MACH E 1
30 FORD MAVERICK HYBRID 1

Recent Complaints

2018 FORD FLEX

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH in the rain, the windshield wipers engaged but were moving significantly fast and significantly slow intermittently. The

2025 HONDA ODYSSEY

The contact owns a 2025 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the vehicle had a new feature that, when the vehicle was at an idle stop, the engine would shut off automatically, and while the vehicle

2018 HONDA HR-V

The contact owns a 2018 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while his daughter attempted to start the vehicle, the vehicle was able to start after several attempts. Several unknown warning lights were

2019 HONDA CR-V

The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact believed that the failure was associated with an unknown rec

2024 HONDA CIVIC

The contact owns a 2024 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the front driver’s side headlight assembly had experienced water intrusion, and the headlight failed to illuminate as needed. The vehicle

2018 AUDI Q5

The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH and accelerating, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact pulled to the side of the road, and the vehicle was able t

2002 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact turned the key to the on position; however, the vehicle failed to start immedi

2019 FORD F-250

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, all doors independently locked, and the front headlights independently illuminated. The contact stated that

2017 FORD F-250

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated that rainwater was leaking from the passenger’s side windshield seal into the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic

2013 MINI COOPER S

The contact called on behalf of the owner of the 2013 Mini Cooper S. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side window was inoperative. No warning light was illum

2019 RAM 2500

The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH in rainy weather, the windshield wipers became inoperable, causing the contact to slow down s

2021 ACURA RDX

The contact owns a 2021 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front headlights and instrument panel lights started blinking off and on. The vehicle was later towed to the

2022 FORD EXPLORER

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off, the contact was notified by the Ford App that the check engine warning light was illuminated and the me

2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that whenever the temperature fell below 20 degrees, the windshield wipers became inoperable. The contact stated that the Body Control Modu

2011 CHEVROLET CRUZE

The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the brake lights, power locks, and windshield wipers were inoperable. The contact stated that the ignition key failed to disengage afte

2021 FORD MUSTANG MACH E

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the "Stop Safely Now” message was displayed. There was a RED warning light illuminated. While the vehi

2016 KIA SORENTO

The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that either while driving or while parked, the body control module failed to respond as designed while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle w

2024 GMC SIERRA 1500

See attached document for complaint.

2021 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was inspected, it failed the emissions inspection. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that th

2022 BUICK ENVISION

The contact owns a 2022 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The message "No Lane Assist - Caution" was displayed. The

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve electrical system:body control module/bcm issues?
The NHTSA has received 59 complaints about electrical system:body control module/bcm problems across 44 vehicle models from 18 manufacturers.
How dangerous are electrical system:body control module/bcm defects?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM issues have been linked to 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most electrical system:body control module/bcm problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for electrical system:body control module/bcm issues is the HONDA CR-V with 6 complaints.
Where does PlainCars get its safety data?
All vehicle safety data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database, which collects reports from vehicle owners about safety-related defects.

Data Sources

Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.

Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.

Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.

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