Component
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
2,549 NHTSA complaints about service brakes, electric issues across 44 makes and 329 models.
The service brakes, electric is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 2,549 filings from 44 manufacturers and 329 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 239 crashes, 36 fires, 86 injuries, and 13 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the TOYOTA PRIUS with 817 filings, followed by FORD WINDSTAR 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 | TOYOTA PRIUS | 817 |
| 2 | FORD WINDSTAR | 283 |
| 3 | HONDA ACCORD | 98 |
| 4 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 64 |
| 5 | VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 50 |
| 6 | TOYOTA COROLLA | 41 |
| 7 | TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID | 39 |
| 8 | TOYOTA SEQUOIA | 36 |
| 9 | PONTIAC G6 | 35 |
| 10 | HONDA ODYSSEY | 29 |
| 11 | TOYOTA HIGHLANDER | 22 |
| 12 | NISSAN ARMADA | 22 |
| 13 | LEXUS RX HYBRID | 20 |
| 14 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 19 |
| 15 | FORD ESCAPE | 18 |
| 16 | CHEVROLET COLORADO | 17 |
| 17 | NISSAN MAXIMA | 16 |
| 18 | CHRYSLER PACIFICA | 16 |
| 19 | TOYOTA FJ CRUISER | 15 |
| 20 | TOYOTA AVALON | 15 |
| 21 | FORD ESCAPE HYBRID | 15 |
| 22 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 15 |
| 23 | HONDA CIVIC | 14 |
| 24 | VOLKSWAGEN JETTA | 13 |
| 25 | FISKER OCEAN | 13 |
| 26 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 | 13 |
| 27 | TOYOTA TACOMA | 12 |
| 28 | TOYOTA SIENNA | 12 |
| 29 | TOYOTA RAV4 | 12 |
| 30 | DODGE JOURNEY | 12 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V466000 (Structure), 24V499000 (Electrical System), 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric), 24V86500
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean One. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of an abnormal coolant burning odor. The contact had received notifica
The contact called on behalf of an employer who owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal failed
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V499000 (Electrical System); and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however,
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The cont
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric), 24V404000 (Electrical System), 24V405000 (Electrical System),
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V404000 (Electrical System), 24V499000 (Electrical System), and 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact slightly depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle jerked abnormally. No warning light was illu
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an unintended locking and unlocking of the doors. The message "Charge Port was Opened" and other unknown mess
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond, and the brake pedal became in
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V623000 (SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The c
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The co
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V623000 (Service Brakes, Electric), 24V499000 (Electrical System), 24V405000 (Electrical System),
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the ABS and EBS warning light remained illuminated. During the failure the cruise control feature was inoperable, and
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the electronic braking system was inoperable. While driving at various speeds, the electronic braking system intermittently became inoperable.
The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH, the engine made a grinding sound, and the vehicle accelerated while the foot was on the brake pedal. The c
BRAKE FAILURE ON JUNE 21 2017, CAUSED ACCIDENT SAME ACCIDENT ON NOVEMBER 17 2017 AND AGAIN ON SEPTEMBER 1 2019. I HAVE HAD THE TRUCK IN SHOP TO BE FIXED NUMEROUS TIMES... ABS SENSOR IN FRONT RIGHT WHE
2009 HUMMER H3. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERAL ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND OTHER VEHICLE ISSUES. CONSUMER HAS PREVIOUS COMPLAINT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE LISTED IN ARTEMIS. *SMD *CN
WHILE DRIVING AN ALERT COMES ON STATING "STOP SAFELY NOW", THEN THE VEHICLE STARTS TO LOSE POWER, GIVING THE DRIVER LITTLE TIME TO PULL OVER. IF YOU ARE IN THE FAR LEFT LANE, IT COULD BE A REALLY DAN
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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.