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STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
63 NHTSA complaints about structure:interior panels:sun visor issues across 15 makes and 32 models.
Data updated August 2026
NHTSA ODI component intake brief
ODI category STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
63 filings · 32 models · 15 makes · vintage August 2026
- FILINGS SPARSE 63 ODI rows
- MODELS 32 nameplates citing this part
- MAKES 15 manufacturers in corpus
- CRASH 1.6% 1 crash-flagged
- RANK #326 of 696 categories
- SEV QUIET 0 deaths · 0 injuries
Filing-volume peers
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR sits SPARSE on ODI intake volume (#326 of 696 standardized categories) with a QUIET severity stamp (0 reported fatalities across 32 models). Open RAM 1500 (category leader) →
The structure:interior panels:sun visor is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 63 filings from 15 manufacturers and 32 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 1 crash, 2 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the RAM 1500 with 6 filings, followed by NISSAN ALTIMA and JEEP WRANGLER. 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 | RAM 1500 | 6 |
| 2 | NISSAN ALTIMA | 6 |
| 3 | JEEP WRANGLER | 6 |
| 4 | HONDA CR-V | 5 |
| 5 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 4 |
| 6 | NISSAN PATHFINDER | 4 |
| 7 | TOYOTA HIGHLANDER | 2 |
| 8 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 2 |
| 9 | JEEP GLADIATOR | 2 |
| 10 | HYUNDAI ACCENT | 2 |
| 11 | HONDA CIVIC | 2 |
| 12 | FORD EXPLORER | 2 |
| 13 | VOLVO VNL | 1 |
| 14 | TOYOTA TACOMA | 1 |
| 15 | TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID | 1 |
| 16 | SUBARU FORESTER | 1 |
| 17 | NISSAN MURANO | 1 |
| 18 | NISSAN KICKS | 1 |
| 19 | NISSAN FRONTIER | 1 |
| 20 | MASERATI GHIBLI | 1 |
| 21 | LAND ROVER DISCOVERY | 1 |
| 22 | INFINITI JX35 | 1 |
| 23 | HYUNDAI VELOSTER | 1 |
| 24 | HYUNDAI SONATA | 1 |
| 25 | HYUNDAI SANTA FE | 1 |
| 26 | HONDA PILOT | 1 |
| 27 | HONDA CLARITY PLUG-IN HYBRID | 1 |
| 28 | FORD FUSION | 1 |
| 29 | FORD BRONCO SPORT | 1 |
| 30 | CHEVROLET COLORADO | 1 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the sun visor frequently fell, obstructing the driver’s view of the roadway, creating a safety hazard. The vehicle was taken to
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s and passenger’s side sun visors unexpectedly detached. The vehicle was taken to the d
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that the instrument panel failed to illuminate or display the mileage, fuel level, and other information necessary to the operation of the ve
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and being inspected, the contact became aware that the driver’s and passenger’s side sun visors were split. No
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor had detached and was hanging down, blocking the visibility of the roadway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or r
Passenger sun visor broke years ago. I was able to keep it from falling down by using a large metal clip to hold it up, however it could not be lowered when needed by a passenger. Drivers sun visor b
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side sun visor independently detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was di
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side sun visor independently detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was di
The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while unhooking the driver’s side sun visor to block the sun, the sun visor swung back and struck the contact in the face. The vehicle
The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q3. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving while it was raining, the contact felt water dripping on her. The contact stated had observed water dripping
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor was fractured, causing the sun visor to fell and obstruct the contact's view while driving. The contact stated tha
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at 70 MPH, the driver’s side sun visor became inoperable. The contact stated that the sun visor inadvertently detached, and the conta
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH and lowering the sun visor due to the sun glaring into his face, the contact stated that the sun visor deta
The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated that the driver’s side sun visor was unintentionally lowering while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the sun visor was obstr
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that upon closing the hood, the hood failed to latch securely. The contact released the hood release lever on the secondary hood latch, al
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the driver’s side sun visor was lowered; however, the sun visor lowered more than normal, blocking the view of
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sun visor detached. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor detached and obstructed his visi
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the driver side sun visor fell from the ceiling without incident. In addition, the contact stated that a white s
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, the sun visor had detached both the driver and passenger sides. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was dia
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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.
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