Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

996 NHTSA complaints about structure:body:trunk lid issues across 38 makes and 241 models.

The structure:body:trunk lid is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 996 filings from 38 manufacturers and 241 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 14 crashes, 6 fires, 240 injuries, and 1 fatality. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the DODGE INTREPID with 40 filings, followed by HONDA ACCORD and FORD FOCUS. 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.

996
Complaints
241
Models Affected
14
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 DODGE INTREPID 40
2 HONDA ACCORD 35
3 FORD FOCUS 34
4 DODGE NEON 33
5 HONDA CIVIC 27
6 TOYOTA CAMRY 25
7 DODGE CARAVAN 20
8 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER 19
9 TOYOTA COROLLA 18
10 CHRYSLER CONCORDE 18
11 CHEVROLET CAVALIER 18
12 FORD EXPLORER 17
13 NISSAN ALTIMA 16
14 BUICK LESABRE 16
15 FORD TAURUS 15
16 CHRYSLER LHS 14
17 PONTIAC GRAND AM 13
18 MERCURY MYSTIQUE 13
19 MERCURY COUGAR 12
20 LEXUS LS430 12
21 CADILLAC CTS 12
22 NISSAN SENTRA 11
23 LINCOLN TOWN CAR 11
24 SATURN SL 10
25 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 10
26 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 10
27 PLYMOUTH NEON 10
28 FORD MUSTANG 10
29 DODGE STRATUS 10
30 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 10

Recent Complaints

2020 TESLA MODEL Y

The rear trunk smashed my fingers. I pressed the open button on the rear trunk and heard it unlatch. I stuck my hand under the trunk to try to help it open up. The trunk quickly reached, smashing my f

2016 HONDA CIVIC

The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that one of the trunk lid springs had fractured. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact

2023 TESLA MODEL 3

Trunk struts snap/come off. Causing trunk to slam shut. Damaging body. Tesla states vehicle is safe to operate, however vehicle trunk does not latch down anymore and opens every time I hit a bump. The

2011 BMW 528I

on February 1,2025 Pushed the trunk release at Autozone to take battery out of vehicle. And, trunk spring/release was so strong the trunk broke my back windshield again. This would be the second time

2016 TOYOTA CAMRY

While loading groceries in my trunk, the torsion bar sheared off and broke (the hook part). It fell hard on my shoulder (fortunately not my neck or head). I have never seen steel actually break rathe

2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while parked and opening the liftgate on the trunk of the vehicle, the ball that held the driver's side rear liftgate detached. No wa

2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL

The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that he noticed there was corrosion under the trunk lid, down the left side, and at the top. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer,

2010 HONDA ACCORD

The contact owns a 2010 Honda Accord. The contact stated that after lifting the trunk lid, the trunk lid fell abruptly. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, w

2013 FORD EXPLORER

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while opening the trunk lid, he became aware of the liquid. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was stated that the leak was com

2023 TESLA MODEL Y

The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while parked and the truck was opened, the truck closed on the child's head inadvertently. The contact stated that on another occasion while p

2021 GMC ACADIA

The contact leased a 2021 GMC Acadia. The contact stated water had leaked into the trunk compartment on a rainy day. Additionally, the contact stated that he pressed the power release button to close

2018 FORD EDGE

The car trunk will not latch right and also has problems with latch closing and won't stop even if something is under it. I've had the trunk hit me in the head twice and continued to close and also br

2016 FORD MUSTANG

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated the trunk failed to open as needed. The electrical sensors were inoperable. While driving at an undetermined speed, the accelerator pedal was d

2018 HYUNDAI SONATA

My car was serviced at Hyundai dealer for other problems while my car was being serviced the service department said they fixed a recalled latch on trunk I never had problems with trunk before the so

2017 FORD EXPLORER

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was outside in the rain, the contact noticed a moldy and musty odor inside the vehicle. The contact noticed that the tr

2016 FORD FUSION

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked while raining, the trunk would become wet. The contact stated that the spare tire wheel well would fill up with six

2003 BUICK LESABRE

The contact owns a 2003 Buick LeSabre. The contact stated that their trunk failed to remain in the open position when needed. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle had not b

2019 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the trunk door inadvertently closed on the driver and was difficult to raise up. There were no warning lights illuminated. There were no repo

2013 LINCOLN MKZ

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that he noticed that there was water leaking into the trunk of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the weld off

2016 FORD FUSION

I OWN A 2016 FORD FUSION SE AND MY TRUNK CONSTANTLY OPENS BY ITSELF WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD OR PARKED I CAN BE 20 MI AWAY FROM IT AND I COME BACK AND THE TRUNK IS OPENED. SO OBVIOUSLY IT HAS NOTHI

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve structure:body:trunk lid issues?
The NHTSA has received 996 complaints about structure:body:trunk lid problems across 241 vehicle models from 38 manufacturers.
How dangerous are structure:body:trunk lid defects?
STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID issues have been linked to 14 crashes, 6 fires, 240 injuries, and 1 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most structure:body:trunk lid problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for structure:body:trunk lid issues is the DODGE INTREPID with 40 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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