Component
SEATS
20,503 NHTSA complaints about seats issues across 59 makes and 1084 models.
The seats is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 20,503 filings from 59 manufacturers and 1084 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 1,304 crashes, 896 fires, 2,996 injuries, and 68 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE with 1,358 filings, followed by NISSAN MURANO and HONDA ACCORD. 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 | 1,358 |
| 2 | NISSAN MURANO | 1,306 |
| 3 | HONDA ACCORD | 480 |
| 4 | DODGE DURANGO | 451 |
| 5 | FORD EXPLORER | 423 |
| 6 | CHEVROLET MALIBU | 335 |
| 7 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 321 |
| 8 | DODGE JOURNEY | 282 |
| 9 | DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 264 |
| 10 | SUBARU FORESTER | 225 |
| 11 | HONDA PILOT | 223 |
| 12 | FORD F-150 | 210 |
| 13 | HONDA ODYSSEY | 195 |
| 14 | VOLKSWAGEN JETTA | 180 |
| 15 | MAZDA MAZDA3 | 171 |
| 16 | NISSAN ALTIMA | 169 |
| 17 | HONDA CIVIC | 168 |
| 18 | CHEVROLET SUBURBAN | 167 |
| 19 | TESLA MODEL 3 | 157 |
| 20 | NISSAN ROGUE | 157 |
| 21 | HONDA CR-V | 154 |
| 22 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO | 153 |
| 23 | BMW X3 | 152 |
| 24 | CHEVROLET TAHOE | 150 |
| 25 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 142 |
| 26 | CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX | 140 |
| 27 | FORD FUSION | 131 |
| 28 | CHEVROLET IMPALA | 127 |
| 29 | JEEP CHEROKEE | 126 |
| 30 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 124 |
Recent Complaints
I am submitting this complaint regarding an open safety recall on my vehicle, NHTSA Recall 25V721 (Manufacturer Recall 25SB5), which has been active since October 29, 2025. As of today, the recall rem
There is a safety recall on my car (second row seats not welded correctly) that has not been fixed in a timely fashion, resulting in me not being able to use my car for over four months. There is no i
The mid-row driver's side seat release cable suddenly permenantly lost all tension, preventing the seat from latching into place both during operation and while stationary, leading to it sliding forwa
The vehicle was parked in front of my house, completely away from all traffic or other probable causes. The driver's side head rest deployed for no apparent reason. My vehicle had no scratches or dent
We were notified by Toyota that it was unsafe to transport our children in the second row seats in November 2025 and the vehicle was under a recall. This puts our children at risk. A letter from NHTS
Technical Incident Report: Electrical Component Failure Reference: Technical Service Bulletin NTB19-004 Part Number: 873D6-5AA6A (Control Unit/Actuator) Incident Overview On 2/16/26, the vehicle was
We were notified by Toyota that it was unsafe to transport our children in the second row seats in October 2025 and the vehicle was under a recall. This puts our children at risk. A letter from NHTSA
We purchased a brand-new Toyota Sienna Hybrid in April 2025 and were informed in October 2025 that there was a safety recall on the vehicle involving the rear seats and that we cannot drive the van wi
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V393000 (SEATS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that
I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the driver seat lumbar support mechanism found in multiple vehicle models across the industry. The lumbar support feature applies excessive, uneven,
Power seat adjuster failed making it impossible for drivers to adjust the seat for safe driving.
My air bar light was flashing so I took it into the dealer as it is still under warranty. They said it is a sensor in the seat that deploys the air bag. It has been since November with no ETA on the p
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V668000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicl
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V668000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V668000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer
Toyota issued a recall due to suspected second row seat welds failing in a crash in October 7, 2025 and has not offered a remedy. The suggestion of not having anyone sit in the second row for over fou
Unresolved recall for second row seats in a MINIVAN that has to transport small children in car seats. Using the seats will put them at risk. Using third row is inconvenient. Keeping van on dealer lot
Third-Row Noise: A popping noise is often heard when the third-row seats are folded down.
Passenger seat caught fire while vehicle was parked in attached garage and self-extinguished. Insurance deemed vehicle total loss due to extent of damage.
The driver seat is not made to be at appropriate lowering and lifting levels for driver safety in drives. It should allow for 120 degree angles but doesn't. SINCE leasing this vehicle my circulation h
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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.