Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

102 NHTSA complaints about latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock issues across 22 makes and 63 models.

The latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 102 filings from 22 manufacturers and 63 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 1 crash, 0 fires, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the FORD F-150 with 11 filings, followed by HYUNDAI TUCSON and HYUNDAI ELANTRA. 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.

102
Complaints
63
Models Affected
1
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 FORD F-150 11
2 HYUNDAI TUCSON 10
3 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 4
4 HONDA ODYSSEY 4
5 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 4
6 NISSAN ROGUE 3
7 HONDA CR-V 3
8 FORD FUSION 3
9 VOLVO XC90 2
10 FORD EXPLORER 2
11 FORD ESCAPE 2
12 FORD EDGE 2
13 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2
14 VOLVO S90 1
15 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1
16 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1
17 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 1
18 TOYOTA SIENNA HYBRID 1
19 TOYOTA RAV4 1
20 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 1
21 TOYOTA COROLLA 1
22 TOYOTA CAMRY 1
23 TOYOTA 4RUNNER 1
24 TESLA MODEL X 1
25 SUBARU OUTBACK 1
26 PONTIAC VIBE 1
27 POLESTAR POLESTAR 2 1
28 NISSAN MURANO 1
29 NISSAN ARMADA 1
30 NISSAN ALTIMA 1

Recent Complaints

2018 NISSAN ARMADA

See attached document for complaint.

2015 BMW X1

The contact owns a 2015 BMW X1. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for maintenance, the contact was informed that the water pump had failed. The vehicle was not r

2024 VOLVO XC90

To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint to report a repeated and unresolved safety defect in my leased Volvo vehicle involving rear passenger door lock failure, which has resulted in m

2022 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that the tailgate occasionally opened and closed independently. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer,

2023 MAZDA CX-50

2023 Mazda cx50 with 28k miles. This vehicle was purchased 3mths ago. The cx50 has locked me out 5 times & had a dead battery each time. Has been to dealership 3 times. No repairs made after deale

2022 BMW X3

The driver side rear door locking mechanism keeps locking, even when the car is unlocked with the key fob. This is a safety concern, as our granddaughter rides in the rear seat regularly and if an em

2017 KIA SPORTAGE

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while attempting to enter the vehicle through the rear doors, the rear doors were inoperable. The contact was unable to open the rear door

2017 TOYOTA COROLLA

The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Corolla. The contact was unable to exit the vehicle after pulling on the driver’s side door handle. The contact made several attempts to exit the vehicle, but the door

2015 HYUNDAI GENESIS

The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver's side rear door failed to open. The contact entered the vehicle and attempted to open the dri

2023 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

After adjusting the vehicle lock sound level in the settings, it completely disabled my key fobs and the panic function on the key fob. Had to take to dealer to fix. Dealer had never seen the issue be

2021 NISSAN ROGUE

Driver side rear door lock electrical actuator will not lock or unlock the door. Door has to be manually unlocked. In the event of an emergency, it will delay the egress of a passenger in the rear sea

2021 POLESTAR POLESTAR 2

When using the key fob to unlock the car, I have to push the unlock button 30-40 times before the car unlocks. When locking the car after using it, it usually locks the first time pushing the button o

2006 TOYOTA CAMRY

Driver door has remained in lock position when I tried to exit the car. Could NOT manually move the inside door lock and had to climb over the middle console to exit the car. I see this as a safety is

2019 TOYOTA RAV4

Door lock actuator has failed prematurely on all four doors, this prevents me from entering my vehicle in a quick and timely manner if there were to be an emergency

2016 TESLA MODEL X Crash

The contact owned a 2016 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 15 MPH from a traffic light, the vehicle was T-boned by another vehicle attempting to run the r

2018 VOLVO S90

Rear right door lock failed, stuck closed. Extremely unsafe if someone was sitting in the back and unable to leave vehicle. It has been confirmed by others. It has been inspected by an independent mec

2022 FORD MUSTANG

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the passenger’s side door opened unintendedly. The message for the passenger’s side door being ajar was displayed. Th

2015 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and occasionally while the vehicle was idling, the door locks would lock and unlock independently. The con

2025 TOYOTA SIENNA HYBRID

Drivers and passengers front doors make the sound as if they unlock and lock. The manual lock lever will flip as well however the doors will not unlock. This happens randomly both while trying to exit

2016 VOLVO XC90

The rear doors get stuck closed. No unlocking or releasing child lock solves this issue. Had the passenger rear door unavailable for over 6 months and then it opened again only for the other side to q

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock issues?
The NHTSA has received 102 complaints about latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock problems across 63 vehicle models from 22 manufacturers.
How dangerous are latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock defects?
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK issues have been linked to 1 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, and 0 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock issues is the FORD F-150 with 11 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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