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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:FUELING/CHARGING DOOR/HATCH/PORT
9 NHTSA complaints about latches/locks/linkages:fueling/charging door/hatch/port issues across 7 makes and 9 models.
The latches/locks/linkages:fueling/charging door/hatch/port is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 9 filings from 7 manufacturers and 9 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 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT with 1 filings, followed by TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME and NISSAN ROGUE. 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 | VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT | 1 |
| 2 | TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME | 1 |
| 3 | NISSAN ROGUE | 1 |
| 4 | KIA SEDONA | 1 |
| 5 | KIA RIO | 1 |
| 6 | GMC ACADIA | 1 |
| 7 | FORD F-150 | 1 |
| 8 | FORD ESCAPE | 1 |
| 9 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 1 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius Prime. The contact stated that upon approaching the vehicle after it had been parked and turned off in the garage, the contact noticed that the hatch door was open
The contact owns a 2012 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while closing the hatch of the vehicle, the driver's side ball joint hinge fractured, causing the bar holding the hatch to scrape off some o
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while placing items in the trunk, the tailgate violently shut and struck the top of her head. The contact stated that she had used the key
The gas tank door will not stay shut. Thereâs is no damage something inside the bedside happened mechanical.
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the driverâs side door was emitting a clicking sound while the door was moved. The contact stated that the door weld had fractured. The w
When the temperature outside drops below freezing, the rear driver's side door has either been stuck closed or will not latch properly. Ford needs to issue a formal recall on this. If the door to op
Doors latches. I have had to replace ALL door latches multiple times and also have issues with door handles not working in manual or with keyless entry. very poor design and prone to breaking or shatt
2016 KIA SEDONA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE POWER SLIDING DOOR. THE CONSUMER STATED THE POWER SLIDING DOORS WOULD NOT PROPERLY CLOSE. THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE WHEN THE
The contact owns 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle went into brake mode automatically. There was an unknown warning light that illum
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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.