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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
6,676 NHTSA complaints about forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control issues across 47 makes and 436 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 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
6,676 filings · 436 models · 47 makes · vintage August 2026
- FILINGS HEAVY 6,676 ODI rows
- MODELS 436 nameplates citing this part
- MAKES 47 manufacturers in corpus
- CRASH 4.2% 278 crash-flagged
- RANK #41 of 696 categories
- SEV INJURY 3 deaths · 143 injuries
Filing-volume peers
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL sits HEAVY on ODI intake volume (#41 of 696 standardized categories) with a INJURY severity stamp (3 reported fatalities across 436 models). Open Tesla Model Y (category leader) →
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL filing-volume reading
The standout signal for forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control is ODI intake volume: 6,676 filings (HEAVY band · #41 of 696 standardized categories) across 436 nameplates. Crash-flag share is 4.2%.
Heavy intake categories like this one often reflect a shared supplier or a stressed FMVSS test, open the affected-vehicles table to see whether filings cluster on a few platforms or spread evenly.
Next step: compare Tesla Model Y against EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER on filing totals before treating forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control volume as a purchase signal.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tesla Model Y | |
| 2 | Tesla Model 3 | |
| 3 | Honda Odyssey | |
| 4 | Tesla Model S | |
| 5 | Honda Accord | |
| 6 | Honda CR-V | |
| 7 | Honda Pilot | |
| 8 | RAM 2500 | |
| 9 | Tesla Model X | |
| 10 | Honda Civic | |
| 11 | Ford Mustang Mach E | |
| 12 | Subaru Outback | |
| 13 | Ford F-150 | |
| 14 | Volkswagen ID.4 | |
| 15 | RAM 1500 | |
| 16 | Acura MDX | |
| 17 | Volkswagen Atlas | |
| 18 | Ford Explorer | |
| 19 | Fisker Ocean | |
| 20 | Subaru Forester | |
| 21 | Hyundai Santa FE | |
| 22 | Ford Escape | |
| 23 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| 24 | Hyundai Elantra | |
| 25 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 | |
| 26 | RAM 3500 | |
| 27 | Nissan Rogue | |
| 28 | Hyundai Tucson | |
| 29 | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | |
| 30 | GMC Sierra 1500 |
Recent Complaints
left-most lane of a three-lane highway, I pressed the accelerator to maintain the flow of traffic. The vehicle suddenly began revving between 4,000–5,000 RPM without increasing speed. When I attempted
Onstar module stopped working
On Saturday, February 7th, at approximately 1:00 PM, I was involved in a high-impact rear-end collision while driving cautiously with Adaptive Cruise Control and driver assistance systems activated, m
I was driving with the car in Autopilot in the center lane of the highway. I could see a white vehicle move close on my right, and I confirmed that it had crossed over into my lane with both its front
Car flashes "service driver assist system". Took to dealer and they referenced PIT6455 which states GM is still investigating the issue. Truck was returned to me - very concerning to have truck saying
am writing to formally report a serious safety issue with my Volkswagen Atlas. The SOS system is malfunctioning, and as a result, I am unable to use cruise control. The vehicle is displaying system er
On January 28, 2026, the vehicle (a Tesla Model Y) was operating with the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system actively engaged in normal highway traffic conditions. Without any prior warning messages, chim
The multifunction ADAS camera module failed due to "Internal Error" at only 9 years old. This means that critical safety systems such as automatic emergency braking/lane keep assist malfunctioned and
On at least 8 occasions, the vehicle has issued a warning to take control now of the vehicle and then begun to stop the vehicle. On 2/16/26, it tried to stop the vehicle on two occasions, and the dri
The multipurpose camera that works to provide all the safety features failed In less than 8 years. These should be lasting for the life of the vehicle. There should be a recall for this.
Since the release of V14, the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system automatically defaults to operating approximately 7 MPH above the posted speed limit. This occurs on all road types, including city streets
The attached photos show several instances where the car’s safety systems failed. These cases have been erratic, and begin and end frequently. The car is under warranty, but my dealer cannot discern w
The car showed a message that there is a system error and many warning lights came on, including the check engine light. Most of the warning lights indicated that many of the car's ADAS functions w
Engine failure
On two separate long trips (over 4,000 miles total in recent months), the adaptive cruise control system has failed while driving on the freeway. This is the most dangerous situation I have ever exper
While the cruise is set, traveling on I44 with no other car in front of my Kona, the adaptive cruise control will start to flash and apply brakes immediately. The speed will drop instantly. Thankfully
Car software automatic update and sensor stuff not workin at all when some thing happen & Dealer Can’t fix that problem need to priority service from NHTSA
There is no checkbox for Full Self Driving (Supervised): 3 times in the last 4 weeks, my Tesla has become impatient at long red lights and lurches out into the intersection. I am very concerned becaus
On December 30th, 2025, my wife experienced a serious and unexpected safety event while using Autosteer in one of our Tesla Model Y cars (we own two of them). The version of the vehicle software in us
All light come on brake system, ACC, road migration, collision migration, hill start assist problem, Vehicle stability system, electrical power steering, and it will not go when at a light. Almost cau
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