Car Problems by System
Rankings of the model years with the most owner complaints for each part of the car.
Engine problems259,793 complaintsengine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaustTransmission problems196,130 complaintsautomatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWDElectrical problems223,905 complaintsbattery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainmentBrake problems155,245 complaintsservice brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brakeSteering problems133,932 complaintspower steering, steering column, rack and pinionAirbag problems147,397 complaintsfront, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflatorsSuspension problems76,072 complaintsstruts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springsFuel System problems111,480 complaintsfuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsionAcceleration problems76,377 complaintsaccelerator pedal, throttle, sudden acceleration, cruise controlBody problems88,739 complaintsdoors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trimHeadlight problems57,388 complaintsheadlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lightsWindow & Wiper problems60,231 complaintspower windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroofAC & Heater problems11,772 complaintsair conditioning, heater, defroster, HVAC controlsCollision Avoidance problems32,630 complaintsautomatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise, lane keeping, backup cameraTraction Control problems23,094 complaintselectronic stability control and traction controlWheel & Tire problems49,516 complaintswheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMSSeat Belt problems26,784 complaintsbuckles, retractors, anchors and pretensionersSeat problems23,202 complaintsseat frames, recliners, heated seats and seat tracksDoor Lock & Latch problems17,505 complaintsdoor latches, locks, hood and tailgate latchesEquipment problems11,224 complaintsaccessories, trailer hitches and other equipment