Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

780 NHTSA complaints about structure:body:bumpers issues across 40 makes and 276 models.

The structure:body:bumpers is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 780 filings from 40 manufacturers and 276 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 76 crashes, 10 fires, 47 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA with 30 filings, followed by HONDA ACCORD and FORD F-150. 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.

780
Complaints
276
Models Affected
76
Crashes
10
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 30
2 HONDA ACCORD 17
3 FORD F-150 17
4 AUDI A6 17
5 HONDA CIVIC 16
6 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 15
7 TOYOTA TACOMA 14
8 FORD EXPLORER 14
9 FORD TAURUS 13
10 FORD RANGER 13
11 TOYOTA CAMRY 11
12 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 10
13 DODGE RAM 10
14 CADILLAC DEVILLE 10
15 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA 9
16 NISSAN SENTRA 9
17 NISSAN MAXIMA 9
18 FORD ESCORT 9
19 DODGE RAM 1500 9
20 CHRYSLER SEBRING 9
21 CHEVROLET S10 9
22 CHEVROLET BLAZER 9
23 TOYOTA COROLLA 8
24 FORD MUSTANG 8
25 TOYOTA SEQUOIA HYBRID 7
26 DODGE DAKOTA 7
27 DODGE CARAVAN 7
28 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 7
29 CHRYSLER PACIFICA 7
30 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 7

Recent Complaints

2022 TOYOTA TUNDRA

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the rear bumper had detached. The contact stated that the vehicle was previou

2025 TOYOTA CAMRY

The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that after a visual inspection of the exterior of the vehicle, the contact became aware that the front bumper cover had detached. The vehicle w

2023 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

the front bumper assembly has come off our 2023 highlander twice since purchase 2 years ago, the first time the entire bumper was pulled off while on the freeway(terrified my wife) and we had to pull

2023 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, there was an abnormal scraping sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated tha

2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the front bumper became detached. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled

2025 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

Retaining clips / fasteners missing from front air dam causing the large plastic structure to become dislodged and tangled in steering brakes, suspension or causing unsafe road hazard for other vehicl

2024 TOYOTA BZ4X

On [XXX], while driving through a common roadway puddle at a safe speed, the front bumper on my BZ4X detached from the undercarriage shield and tore away from the clips. This type of damage is clearly

2025 TOYOTA CAMRY

The front bumper of the vehicle has a known issue where the bumper isn’t staying in properly causing the bumper to pop out of alignment. Toyota fix is to heat up both sides of the plastic edges and

2025 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

While driving on the highway yesterday I noticed a vibration and worsening noise. I exited the highway and pulled over into a parking lot. I observed the front air dam/lower valence had come undone. U

2025 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

I recently purchased a 2025 4Runner and currently have approximately 1,000 miles on it. On Sunday, as I was driving from Sedona to Phoenix on Interstate 17, I heard an odd sound from the driver’s f

2019 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while pulling into the top of a driveway on an incline in 8-degree weather, the contact became aware of an abnormal odor. The contact st

2014 SUBARU IMPREZA

The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, the doors automatically locked with her children inside the vehicle. The contact stated that t

2017 CHEVROLET CRUZE

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal banging sound. The contact then noticed through the rearview mirror, that the rear bum

2022 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V720000 (Structure). The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the contact heard an abnorma

2020 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the front lower bumper cover detached from the vehicle, causing debris to scatter onto the highway,

2022 TOYOTA COROLLA

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the front bumper on the driver’s side occasionally detached while driving 50 MPH or more, and while driving over rough roads. The cont

2021 INFINITI Q60

The contact owns a 2021 Infiniti Q60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the malfunction warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed w

2018 TOYOTA COROLLA

The bumper on this car has been replaced two times and my husband noticed that it’s coming apart AGAIN. It’s brand new and was just replaced in July. It could come apart on the road or cause serio

2022 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 - 70 MPH, there was a message that the driver’s side front headlight sensor had failed. The veh

2022 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the driver’s side of the vehicle. The contact

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve structure:body:bumpers issues?
The NHTSA has received 780 complaints about structure:body:bumpers problems across 276 vehicle models from 40 manufacturers.
How dangerous are structure:body:bumpers defects?
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS issues have been linked to 76 crashes, 10 fires, 47 injuries, and 0 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most structure:body:bumpers problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for structure:body:bumpers issues is the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA with 30 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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