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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

15 NHTSA complaints about engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software issues across 7 makes and 14 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.

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ODI category ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

15 filings · 14 models · 7 makes · vintage August 2026

  • FILINGS SPARSE 15 ODI rows
  • MODELS 14 nameplates citing this part
  • MAKES 7 manufacturers in corpus
  • CRASH 0.0% 0 crash-flagged
  • RANK #427 of 696 categories
  • SEV QUIET 0 deaths · 0 injuries
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ODI filing volume neighbourhood: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE vs nearest complaint-total peers

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE sits SPARSE on ODI intake volume (#427 of 696 standardized categories) with a QUIET severity stamp (0 reported fatalities across 14 models). Open Ford F-150 (category leader) →

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE severity reading

The standout signal for engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software is severity: 0 reported fatalities and 0 injuries (QUIET stamp) on 15 filings (SPARSE volume).

Sparse categories can swing on a single high-volume nameplate; treat the leader row as the actionable signal, not the category headline alone.

Next step: compare Ford F-150 against EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:BULBS on filing totals before treating engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software volume as a purchase signal.

15
Complaints
14
Models Affected
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Ford F-150
2
2 Volvo Xc60
1
3 Nissan Rogue
1
4 Nissan Frontier
1
5 KIA Sorento
1
6 KIA Optima
1
7 Jeep Wrangler
1
8 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
1
9 Hyundai Sonata
1
10 Hyundai Santa FE
1
11 Ford F-350 SD
1
12 Ford Escape
1
13 Chevrolet Tahoe
1
14 Chevrolet Cruze
1

Recent Complaints

2013 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently downshifted into a lower gear and the speedometer stopped wo

2018 Ford F-350 SD

The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved DTC Co

2023 Hyundai Santa FE

The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated. The check engine warning light illuminated,

2011 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the turn signals and the windshield wipers became inoperable. The vehicle was

2017 Chevrolet Cruze

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle decelerated to 30-35 MPH. Additionall

2012 KIA Sorento

The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while at a stop light the vehicle stalled. The contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) and was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle wa

2019 Jeep Wrangler

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH uphill, the vehicle failed to respond upon depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light illuminated.

2022 Chevrolet Tahoe

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer and the contact informed

2011 Nissan Frontier

The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle was running rough. Additionally, the vehicle was shuddering violently and started to stall. The check engi

2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle began to stall. The contact stated that the

2016 KIA Optima

The contact’s son owns a 2016 Kia Optima. The contact stated while the vehicle was being driven approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact was not aware of any warning lights

2010 Volvo Xc60

The contact owns a 2010 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the charging system failure warning message was displayed, and the battery warning light was illumina

2016 Nissan Rogue

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated with the RPM rising. There was no warn

2006 Ford Escape

Code P0351, P0352, P0353, P0354, P0355, P0356. Vehicle shut down on the interstate on the way home for work, 2½ hours from home. And will not restart. Pcm most likely the problem.

2017 Hyundai Sonata

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while merging onto a highway at 50 MPH, the vehicle independently decelerated to 30 MPH and shifted into limp mode. The contact stated t

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