Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

794 NHTSA complaints about structure:body:hood issues across 42 makes and 256 models.

The structure:body:hood is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 794 filings from 42 manufacturers and 256 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 29 crashes, 12 fires, 37 injuries, and 2 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the TOYOTA CAMRY with 103 filings, followed by FORD MUSTANG and FORD EXPLORER. 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.

794
Complaints
256
Models Affected
29
Crashes
12
Fires
2
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 TOYOTA CAMRY 103
2 FORD MUSTANG 30
3 FORD EXPLORER 28
4 FORD WINDSTAR 23
5 DODGE RAM 1500 17
6 NISSAN ALTIMA 16
7 NISSAN MAXIMA 14
8 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 14
9 HUMMER H3 13
10 GEO METRO 12
11 LINCOLN TOWN CAR 10
12 JEEP CHEROKEE 10
13 HONDA CIVIC 10
14 CHRYSLER LHS 10
15 CHRYSLER CONCORDE 10
16 FORD TAURUS 9
17 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER 8
18 FORD F-150 8
19 JEEP WRANGLER 7
20 HONDA ACCORD 7
21 DODGE RAM 7
22 DODGE DAKOTA 7
23 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 6
24 NISSAN PATHFINDER 6
25 FORD ESCAPE 6
26 DODGE INTREPID 6
27 CHEVROLET S10 6
28 VOLVO VN770 5
29 SUBARU FORESTER 5
30 PONTIAC GRAND AM 5

Recent Complaints

2022 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

This model of vehicle (2022) has a known hood flutter that cannot be repaired. It's possible the hood latch could fail and the hood will fly up/open while the vehicle is in motion. My vehicle registr

2025 LEXUS TX

TX hood flutter at highway speeds, dealer acknowledged the issue but not able to resolve the issue, as he was able to see hood issue with other TX models.

2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA

Airflow into the hood bulge strained the thinly built brackets causing them to break and subsequently causes the bulge to pop loose when driving.

2022 FORD EXPLORER

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood independently unlatched and opened. The contact stated that the front windshield was frac

2023 TOYOTA CROWN

With an odometer reading of 39000 miles, a piece of trim, the piece in front of the hood, flew up and the clips are broken. This happened while driving at 83mph on an interstate.

2019 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact used a vehicle scanner to scan the vehicle. The contact retrieved DTC: P0446 (Eva

2020 FORD EXPLORER

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side front end of the hood was lower than normal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, whe

2025 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER

Hood on 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander vibrates/flutters due to poorly designed aluminum construction. Very distracting and causes drivers to take eyes off the road. Toyota has issued T-SB-0111-24 for

2024 LEXUS GX!

The hood panel flutters at speeds above 50 mph. The flutter/flex is very noticeable and concerning. The flutter becomes more noticeable as speed increases.

2024 TOYOTA TACOMA

Hood shakes / flutters violently at highway speeds. Problem has persisted for the first 10,000 miles of driving and presents a safety hazard from fatigue weakening the hood to the point of failure.

2025 TOYOTA TACOMA

Hood bounces up and down while driving and gets worse at highway speeds. I am concerned that the hood will open up and block visibility which would be dangerous.

2025 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER

The 2024 and 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander has excessive hood shaking and vibration at the rear of the vehicle. It is directly under the projection area of the windshield and directs your attention to

2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA

I have had multiple incidents where the front hood bulge has blown off going down the interstate and nearly hit other cars. It’s not been worth buying a new one with the risk of them flying off. Itâ

2024 TOYOTA RAV4

Vehicle hood vibrates under both idle and driving speeds. At highway speeds or bumpy roads the vibration / flexing of the hood metal causes sun and light glare (like a strobe light effect) causing vis

2009 SCION XB

I want to report a defect with the hood of this vehicle. I was driving on the interstate and my hood lifted up and became detached from the vehicle, it literally flew off of the car. I didn't see wher

2024 TOYOTA RAV4

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the hood was shuddering significantly. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the hood sh

2024 TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER

The hood of the vehicle flexes a lot at highway speeds, and it causes a lot of distraction if the sun is reflected on it. My concern is how much distraction it causes

2022 RAM 3500

The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the hood was raising up and down. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that it was a design

2012 TOYOTA COROLLA

There was a paint recall for my car that expired in 2022. My car’s paint didn’t start peeling until 2023 and I wasn’t informed of the recall. I found out through a Reddit post. The paint peeling

2013 TOYOTA PRIUS

The clear coat failed despite regular wax and optimal storage. I have seen a few Toyota vehicles of this same color with clear coat failures.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve structure:body:hood issues?
The NHTSA has received 794 complaints about structure:body:hood problems across 256 vehicle models from 42 manufacturers.
How dangerous are structure:body:hood defects?
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD issues have been linked to 29 crashes, 12 fires, 37 injuries, and 2 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most structure:body:hood problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for structure:body:hood issues is the TOYOTA CAMRY with 103 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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