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STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
201 NHTSA complaints about structure:interior panels:dashboard issues across 24 makes and 71 models.
The structure:interior panels:dashboard is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 201 filings from 24 manufacturers and 71 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 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the TOYOTA CAMRY with 34 filings, followed by NISSAN ALTIMA and CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. 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 CAMRY | 34 |
| 2 | NISSAN ALTIMA | 10 |
| 3 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 10 |
| 4 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 9 |
| 5 | TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA | 7 |
| 6 | CHEVROLET TAHOE | 7 |
| 7 | LEXUS ES | 6 |
| 8 | HYUNDAI SONATA | 6 |
| 9 | GMC YUKON | 6 |
| 10 | MAZDA MAZDA3 | 5 |
| 11 | LEXUS RX | 5 |
| 12 | CHEVROLET AVALANCHE | 5 |
| 13 | KIA K900 | 4 |
| 14 | FORD EDGE | 4 |
| 15 | ACURA TL | 4 |
| 16 | TOYOTA AVALON | 3 |
| 17 | LEXUS RX350 | 3 |
| 18 | LEXUS LS460 | 3 |
| 19 | LEXUS IS | 3 |
| 20 | GMC SIERRA 1500 | 3 |
| 21 | FORD FUSION | 3 |
| 22 | FORD EXPLORER | 3 |
| 23 | FORD ESCAPE | 3 |
| 24 | TESLA MODEL S | 2 |
| 25 | LEXUS RX330 | 2 |
| 26 | LEXUS IS 350 | 2 |
| 27 | LEXUS IS 250 | 2 |
| 28 | KIA SORENTO | 2 |
| 29 | FORD F-150 | 2 |
| 30 | CHEVROLET SUBURBAN | 2 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2009 Lexus RX 350. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked. The crack initially developed on the passengerâs side near the air bag enclosure and progressively spread acr
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4-Matic. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the heads-up display was continuously flashing and failed to operate as designed. The con
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the dashboard and plastic around the gear shifter were folding outward. The contact was concerned that the parts would detach. The local
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the vinyl on the dashboard had degraded and had become sticky. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer refused to repair
The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT5. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had noticed an oil leak and that the battery charge was abnormally low. The co
The contact owns a 2012 Mazda Mazda3. The vehicle was transported from the east to Texas, and the vehicle was bought used. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky and that a gap was between t
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that due to sunlight exposure, the outer layer of the dashboard peeled off and continued to expand near the location of the air bags. The cont
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked in the shape of an air bag on both the left and right sides, causing concerns about a potential inadvertent air b
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky and melting. The contact stated that since moving to the desert, the dashboard coating had degraded and deteriora
The contact owns a 2005 Lexus RX 330. The contact stated that there were horizontal and vertical cracks on the dashboard near the passengerâs side air bag housing. There was no warning light illumin
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Solara. The contact stated that upon inspection, the interior dashboard was sticky and had started to deteriorate. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, and the failu
The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the dashboard had melted due to the high outside temperature. The contact stat
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the leather on the dashboard had started to peel and separate from the dashboard. The contact stated that the A/C vents were the on
The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle out of the garage and driving the vehicle, the contact later noticed that the dashboard was melting and was sticky
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving or reversing from a complete stop, the
The contact owns 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the leather on the dashboard near the windshield had bubbled up and risen due to the heat. Due to the failure, the contact's vision was obstruct
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, there was rainwater entering the interior of the vehicle on the front driver's side. The contact noticed the rainwa
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there were three cracks on the front dashboard. The contact stated that two cracks were on the front passengerâs side airbag and the o
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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.