Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Steering (38.7% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Steering complaints here are 6.2× the median for that category across the 1656 model-years tracked on this site.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 109 · 38.7% | Recalled | Recall 13V529000 |
| Electrical System | 47 · 16.7% | No official action | — |
| Engine | 44 · 15.6% | Recalled | Recall 14V635000 |
| Power Train | 33 · 11.7% | Recalled | Recall 17V821000 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 · 8.5% | No official action | — |
| Suspension | 22 · 7.8% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 282 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 15V459000 · 2015 · reported 07/22/2015
This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 17V821000 · 2017 · reported 12/20/2017
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 16E041000 · 2016 · reported 05/16/2016
If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 13V529000 · 2013 · reported 11/06/2013
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 14V635000 · 2014 · reported 10/08/2014
If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
“WAITING FOR 2 MONTHS FOR RECALL DEEMED UNSAFE TO DRIVE.”NHTSA complaint 10639652 — filed 09/28/2014 · STEERING
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE RAM 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V529000 (STEERING). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO…”NHTSA complaint 10632466 — filed 09/11/2014 · STEERING
“PLEASE NOTE THAT OVER A YEAR AGO I RECEIVED A POSTCARD STATING I NEED TO TAKE MY VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL. I HAVE TRIED…”NHTSA complaint 10630316 — filed 09/03/2014 · STEERING
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 109 of 282 NHTSA complaints (38.7%), followed by electrical system (47), engine (44), power train (33). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
282 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 12 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 15V459000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
