Component
EQUIPMENT
5,289 NHTSA complaints about equipment issues across 57 makes and 744 models.
The equipment is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 5,289 filings from 57 manufacturers and 744 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 337 crashes, 130 fires, 401 injuries, and 131 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE with 113 filings, followed by FORD EXPLORER and TOYOTA CAMRY. 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.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 113 |
| 2 | FORD EXPLORER | 100 |
| 3 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 99 |
| 4 | FORD FOCUS | 97 |
| 5 | HONDA ACCORD | 96 |
| 6 | FORD F-150 | 82 |
| 7 | TOYOTA SIENNA | 78 |
| 8 | DODGE RAM 1500 | 78 |
| 9 | HONDA CIVIC | 69 |
| 10 | DODGE DURANGO | 68 |
| 11 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 64 |
| 12 | TOYOTA PRIUS | 58 |
| 13 | FORD TAURUS | 56 |
| 14 | CHEVROLET IMPALA | 55 |
| 15 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 49 |
| 16 | VOLKSWAGEN JETTA | 48 |
| 17 | NISSAN ALTIMA | 46 |
| 18 | DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 46 |
| 19 | HONDA ODYSSEY | 45 |
| 20 | CHEVROLET MALIBU | 45 |
| 21 | FORD WINDSTAR | 44 |
| 22 | CHEVROLET COBALT | 44 |
| 23 | TOYOTA COROLLA | 42 |
| 24 | PONTIAC GRAND AM | 42 |
| 25 | JEEP LIBERTY | 42 |
| 26 | CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER | 42 |
| 27 | HONDA CR-V | 41 |
| 28 | FORD EXPEDITION | 40 |
| 29 | HYUNDAI SONATA | 39 |
| 30 | DODGE CARAVAN | 38 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera failure was intermittent. The contact received noti
The contact owns a 2017 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (20E068000 (EQUIPMENT) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local de
The contact owns a 2025 Ford Ranger equipped with an aftermarket truck bed cover, Product Line: BAK Industries, Product Type: Tonneau Cover, Product: BAK 80342, Serial Number: RVO193745. The contact
Had new Western Wideout snowplow (recommended by western) installed by Western dealership on a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500hd with snow plow prep package. Vehicle's Instrument cluster, HVAS, Radio an
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact researched online and became aware that there was a recent recall under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V815000 (Equipment) for the Owner's Manual. The co
The contact owns a 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the contact became aware of water entering the cabin of the vehicle from under the glove compartment on the
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the heater engaged, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. The âV
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V393000 (EQUIPMENT). The contact stated that the fuse on the modified Tire Mobility Kit failed after it
The contact owned a 2019 BMW 530E. The contact stated that while driving at a moderate rate of speed, a warning message that stated" This car will not start again" appeared on the instrument panel. Up
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette equipped with Silver's North America NEOMAX coil-overs. The contact stated that while driving through a parking garage at less than 10 MPH, there was an abno
The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnos
We were flat towing our Jeep Wrangler behind our RV using a new Blue Ox Avail tow bar and the right-side tow arm failed. Once the tow bar failed it was difficult to keep the Jeep within the lane behin
The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V463000 (Equipment, Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was una
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Spark. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V257000 (Equipment, Electrical Systems). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was
The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:Â 24V688000 (Park Brake, Back Over Prevention, Equipment). The contact stated that while the v
The contact owns a 2025 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the rear-view camera display failed to function as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respo
The contact owned a 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle went into âEngine Power Reduced Modeâ and the contact attempted to pull over to the
The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the panoramic and center display went blank, failing to display critical safety information. The veh
The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Lyriq. The contact stated that upon engaging the drive mode of the vehicle, the vehicle unintendedly switched back to parking mode. The vehicle was towed to the dealer
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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.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.