Engine problems are the most-reported concern, with owners describing sudden total power loss while driving. Air bag non-deployment in crashes and persistent seat belt warning light malfunctions account for a large share of remaining complaints. Electrical faults are also reported, sometimes coinciding with the power-loss events described in engine complaints.

Most reported areas

Engine safety 28%
Owners report the vehicle losing all power while driving, with the accelerator pedal producing no response when pressed. · 2 fire · 3 crash · 2 injured
Air Bags safety 27%
Owners report that air bag sensors failed to deploy the air bags during collisions. · 20 crash · 23 injured
Seat Belts safety 19%
Owners report a seat belt warning light that malfunctions and cannot be repaired, with dealers acknowledging the defect is common across the model. · 1 fire · 8 crash · 9 injured
Electrical System safety 16%
Owners report sudden complete loss of electrical power while the vehicle is in motion, leaving the vehicle unresponsive to driver inputs. · 4 fire · 4 crash · 1 injured
Power Train safety 13%
70 reports (13%) · 1 fire · 2 crash · 1 injured

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 547 complaints

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