Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
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 — Electrical System (15.2% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 34 · 15.2% | Recalled | Recall 14V394000 |
| Power Train:driveline:differential Unit | 32 · 14.3% | not available | — |
| Service Brakes | 21 · 9.4% | Recalled | Recall 10V105000 |
| Air Bags | 18 · 8% | Recalled | Recall 05V024000 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 · 5.4% | Recalled | Recall 10V105000 |
| Power Train | 12 · 5.4% | not available | — |
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 224 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 14V542000 · 2014 · reported 09/09/2014
If the flange melts, a hole may be created allowing the fuel pump to leak fuel, causing the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 14V394000 · 2014 · reported 07/02/2014
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 10V105000 · 2010 · reported 03/17/2010
THE BRAKE HOSE-TUBE INTERFACE MAY RUPTURE SUDDENLY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING AND INCREASE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE MAY OCCUR 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 05V024000 · 2005 · reported 01/20/2005
A PERSON POSITIONED FOR DRIVING MAY RECEIVE MINOR INJURIES, SUCH AS ABRASIONS, FROM CONTACT WITH A DEPLOYING AIR BAG. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 03V346000 · 2003 · reported 09/29/2003
IN SOME CRASH CONDITIONS, THE SEAT COULD PIVOT REARWARD AND ITS OCCUPANT OR A REAR SEAT OCCUPANT COULD BE INJURED MORE SEVERELY. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 04V273000 · 2004 · reported 06/09/2004
IF THE CONTROL ARM SEPARATES FROM THE KNUCKLE, THE AFFECTED CORNER OF THE VEHICLE WILL DROP AND THE CONTROL ARM WOULD BE FORCED DOWNWARD, CONTACTING THE WHEEL.… 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.
“I PURCHASED A 2004 CTS IN MAY OF 2007. THERE WAS APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES ON THE CAR. THERE IS NOW 52,000 MILES ON THE CAR…”NHTSA complaint 10345307 — filed 07/26/2010 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“WAS TRAVELING APPROX. 55 MPH LOST ALL POWER EXCEPT ENGINE POWER. ALL DASHBOARD FEATURES CD POWER AND TIME. I HAVE PROCEEDED TO PULL OFF ROAD…”NHTSA complaint 10314988 — filed 02/28/2010 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“WHILE DRIVING IN SLOW TRAFFIC, LOST POWER IN ALL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (WINDOWS, DOOR LOCKS, AIR CONDITIONER, DASHBOARD INDICATOR LIGHTS). LUCKILY CAR KEPT GOING. DROVE OFF…”NHTSA complaint 10236778 — filed 08/03/2008 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 34 of 224 NHTSA complaints (15.2%), followed by power train:driveline:differential unit (32), service brakes (21), air bags (18). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
224 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 25 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 25 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 6 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 14V542000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
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.
