Component
WHEELS
17,848 NHTSA complaints about wheels issues across 65 makes and 1220 models.
The wheels is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 17,848 filings from 65 manufacturers and 1220 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 1,480 crashes, 166 fires, 953 injuries, and 94 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the CHEVROLET CORVETTE with 500 filings, followed by FORD EXPLORER and FORD ESCAPE. 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 | CHEVROLET CORVETTE | 500 |
| 2 | FORD EXPLORER | 446 |
| 3 | FORD ESCAPE | 431 |
| 4 | FORD F-150 | 428 |
| 5 | FORD FUSION | 332 |
| 6 | FORD F-250 | 323 |
| 7 | JEEP WRANGLER | 317 |
| 8 | HONDA CIVIC | 291 |
| 9 | FORD FOCUS | 254 |
| 10 | HONDA ACCORD | 253 |
| 11 | DODGE RAM 1500 | 229 |
| 12 | TOYOTA SIENNA | 217 |
| 13 | FORD F-350 | 216 |
| 14 | CHEVROLET IMPALA | 205 |
| 15 | HYUNDAI ELANTRA | 198 |
| 16 | HONDA CR-V | 192 |
| 17 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 182 |
| 18 | CHEVROLET MALIBU | 179 |
| 19 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 170 |
| 20 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 167 |
| 21 | HYUNDAI SONATA | 163 |
| 22 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 154 |
| 23 | NISSAN ALTIMA | 150 |
| 24 | FORD EDGE | 147 |
| 25 | MAZDA MAZDA3 | 146 |
| 26 | FORD WINDSTAR | 144 |
| 27 | JEEP LIBERTY | 136 |
| 28 | RAM 3500 | 122 |
| 29 | TOYOTA TUNDRA | 121 |
| 30 | TOYOTA TACOMA | 121 |
Recent Complaints
The vehicle manufacturer is aware of the problem with my Jeep, yet they have not taken meaningful action to resolve it. At this point, the local dealer continues to charge diagnostic and repair fees o
Complete loss of power steering while driving, Service Power Steering Now warning light came on right after, service advance trac warning right after that. After doing some research this is a known is
One of the original OEM tires (Pirelli Scorpion MS KS NCS XL - 245/45R21) had the acoustic dampening foam on the inside of the tire fall apart. Dealership indicated that there was 'no impact damage or
On 2/12/2026 I was driving in Gordon County, GA. I was going about 25 MPH when I hit a pothole on the right hand side of the road. It resulted in a split wheel/rim on the right front side of my vehi
Description of Incident: The car was sold with a passenger-front Dunlop tire that suffered a critical structural failure where the tread rubber completely wore away, leaving the internal metal cords a
Both torn bushing and broken links at 29k miles.
I have a 2020 Honda HRV and the gas gauge flickers on and off. I have overheard technicians say this is a common problem with the HRV. The dealer wants to charge 177 to hook it up on the computer to d
Bought the car on Feb 14th 2026. We were told Avis car sales in fontana does their vehicle inspection on every car before its sold. We noticed the two back tires on the expedition were bald and showin
Driving approx 40mph on the road and a loud thump sound followed by grinding from rear end started. Came to stop in the road and when the gas pedal was pushed the grinding sound continued. The truck w
Took my truck into a Ford dealership for an oil change and they gave me a part that broke off the left rear hub. Talked to service dept they said safe to drive unless I hear knocking from the back of
All four tires are wearing unevenly. The outside of the tires are worn down much more than the middle and inside edge of tires. I noticed this six months ago, have called Toyota and brought the truc
On February/12/2026 I was slowing down normally in a 25mph zone to stop at a red light and just before the moment that my vehicle actually came to a stop I heard a loud breaking sound coming from the
The bolt related to this recall inevitably broke on 11/23/25 at 43,842 miles. Ford of Upland took my truck and provided me with a loaner vehicle for about a month and a half, until demanding that I re
While driving in traffic, my 2024 Kia Seltos suddenly shut down without warning again. I lost propulsion while the vehicle was in motion with passengers inside, creating an immediate safety hazard.
While driving on a very busy highway going downhill when suddenly the vehicle started feeling abnormal like it was going to turn off automatically, heard an abnormal grinding noise coming from the eng
Abnormal inside tire wear leading to blow outs and flats. TSB 42M6 available for alignment, adjustment bolts and camber adjustments but it was not sent to my car and I've had to replace 2 sets of rear
I am submitting this complaint regarding a recurring safety defect in my 2024 Honda Prologue (VIN: [XXX] ), serviced at AutoNation Honda Chandler in Chandler, Arizona. Most recent service reference: I
Two issues with this brand new Acura RDX 2025: 1) Herky/Jerking brakes. Experienced this issue weeks after purchasing. Lots of vibration when applying brakes....happens often. Took car back to Acura
There is a great deal of vibration at highway speeds. It has been like this since I purchased the car.
I have bought three Hondas and leased one, I still have a 2012 Sedan and 18 months ago the car stopped in the middle of the road, thankfully no one hit us. The axle was broken and had to be repaired.
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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.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.