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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

2,032 NHTSA complaints about engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly issues across 44 makes and 407 models.

Data updated August 2026. Counts render from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation standardized component field; severity flags cross-reference NHTSA ODI complaint flags for owner-reported crash, fire, and injury markers. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace NHTSA recall notices or a vehicle-specific inspection. Methodology · Corrections.

NHTSA ODI component intake brief

ODI category ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

2,032 filings · 407 models · 44 makes · vintage August 2026

  • FILINGS MODERATE 2,032 ODI rows
  • MODELS 407 nameplates citing this part
  • MAKES 44 manufacturers in corpus
  • CRASH 1.2% 25 crash-flagged
  • RANK #108 of 696 categories
  • SEV INJURY 2 deaths · 34 injuries
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY (this)ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CO…2,032EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTSEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGH…2,042FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERYFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVE…2,045ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROLENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EX…2,048
ODI filing volume neighbourhood: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY vs nearest complaint-total peers

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY sits MODERATE on ODI intake volume (#108 of 696 standardized categories) with a INJURY severity stamp (2 reported fatalities across 407 models). Open Ford Taurus (category leader) →

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY filing-volume reading

The standout signal for engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly is ODI intake volume: 2,032 filings (MODERATE band · #108 of 696 standardized categories) across 407 nameplates. Crash-flag share is 1.2%.

Moderate-volume categories still show a fingerprint in the model table below, cross-check each nameplate's recall and investigation history before inferring a defect pattern.

Next step: compare Ford Taurus against EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS on filing totals before treating engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly volume as a purchase signal.

2,032
Complaints
407
Models Affected
25
Crashes
43
Fires
2
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Ford Taurus
108
2 Nissan Pathfinder
93
3 Ford Explorer
64
4 Chevrolet Blazer
52
5 Mercury Sable
50
6 Nissan Xterra
41
7 Ford Mustang
38
8 Jeep Grand Cherokee
31
9 Dodge Caravan
29
10 Pontiac Grand AM
28
11 Nissan Frontier
28
12 Ford Windstar
28
13 Dodge Neon
28
14 Nissan Altima
26
15 Dodge Intrepid
25
16 Plymouth Voyager
24
17 BMW 540i
24
18 BMW 540ia
20
19 GMC Jimmy
17
20 Ford F-150
17
21 Ford Contour
17
22 Chevrolet Cavalier
17
23 Toyota Camry
16
24 Mazda 626
16
25 Jeep Wrangler
16
26 Honda Accord
16
27 Chevrolet Suburban
16
28 Ford Ranger
15
29 Ford Escort
15
30 Dodge Dakota
15

Recent Complaints

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the deal

2023 RAM 1500

The contact owns a 2023 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a coolant odor coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact noticed a puddle of conden

2020 GMC Acadia

The contact owns a 2020 GMC Acadia. While the vehicle was at the dealer for maintenance, the contact was informed that the radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact was

2016 GMC Sierra 1500

The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the radiator was leaking fluid. There was no warning light illuminated. A dealer

2014 Nissan Murano

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated. In addition, the contact stated that several days later, the check engine w

2019 Chrysler Pacifica

The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH on the highway, the A/C vents started blowing cold air; causing the vehicle to become extremely cold. There w

2015 Chrysler 200

The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-65 MPH on the expressway, the check engine warning light illuminated, and there was an engine misfire. The

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that there was unknown fluid leaking from the vehicle. There was an unknown amber warning light illuminated. The contact added

2016 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle with the remote, the vehicle was leaking coolant fluid. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was

2023 RAM Promaster 3500

The contact owns a 2023 Ram Promaster 3500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the radiator tube joint was fractured. The contact became aware there was coo

2023 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid

See attached document for complaint.

2008 Ford F-150

See attached document for complaint.

2018 RAM 2500

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH uphill and hauling a loaded trailer, the contact noticed that the radiator fan had engaged, and the vehicle made an abnor

2016 Ford Escape

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while his nephew who is a mechanic was replacing the front passenger’s side ball joint, he observed that the radiator was hanging down and

2017 Ford Escape

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the radiator started overheating, and the vehicle started to leak coolant. The contact added water into the radiator. The

2017 Ford Escape

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle was making abnormal sounds and was shaking abnormally. The contact stated that the engine hot me

2011 Hyundai Santa FE

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that on six occasions over 12 months, the vehicle overheated while driving at various speeds. Additionally, the contact observed white smok

2013 KIA Sorento

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, there was smoke co

2015 GMC Sierra

The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, there was a loud pop in the engine compartment. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road where condensation was

2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for an oil change, she was informed that the radiator was leaking. The dealer determined

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