Complaints List

Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner’s complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists. Complaint information is also analyzed to monitor existing recalls for proper scope and adequacy.




NHTSA ID Number: 11655236

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-03-14

Manufacturer’s Name: NissaneBay North America, Inc.

Vehicle/Equipment Make: INFINITIeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: Q50

Model Year: 2015


Summary

Transmission failure without warning!!

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655237

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-03

Manufacturer’s Name: FordeBay Motor Company

Vehicle/Equipment Make: FORDeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: ESCAPE

Model Year: 2017


Summary

The contact owns a 2017 FordeBay Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a coolant intrusion into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown Customer Satisfaction Program; however, the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 131,919.

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655238

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-14

Manufacturer’s Name: VolkswageneBay Group of America, Inc.

Vehicle/Equipment Make: AUDIeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: A6 ALLROAD

Model Year: 2023


Summary

The car does a hard braking when reversing into fairly tight parking space . Due to the over sensitivity of AudieBay Pre Sense feature the car brakes hard even though there is no close by object at risk of being hit . I have taken the car for the dealer and they acknowledge that the hard braking initiated by AudieBay Pre Sense is a feature and not a bug . One can see many threads in Reddit reporting this problem .

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655239

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-14

Manufacturer’s Name: SubarueBay of America, Inc.

Vehicle/Equipment Make: SUBARUeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: IMPREZA

Model Year: 2019


Summary

Description of the Problem: On or about [XXX], my 2019 SubarueBay Impreza experienced a sudden engine failure. The check engine light illuminated, and the engine shut off. Specifically, the check engine light came on approximately two minutes into the drive, and the engine shut off within 30 seconds of the light appearing. The vehicle was taken to Albany SubarueBay in Albany, CA, where a technician diagnosed the issue as a blown 15 amp ignition fuse and a damaged ignition coil (#4). Albany SubarueBay is recommending replacement of the spark plugs, coil packs, and the fuse. Albany SubarueBay has stated that "SubarueBay sent the recall out due to defective coil packs, and had the new updated coil packs installed. My tech is recommending to replace the coil packs due to the fuse blowing out and shorting out the current coil packs. The #4 coil was found damaged during the inspection." Connection to Recall: I am concerned that this current failure is related to the original defect addressed by Recall 21V264000. My vehicle had the recall service performed on November 14, 2019, to replace the ignition coils. It appears that the replacement coils, or an issue related to the recall repair, may have failed, leading to the blown fuse and further coil damage. I have asked the service technician at Albany SubarueBay to specifically determine if the current failure is in any way related to the original defect or the replacement parts installed under the recall. Safety Concern: This sudden engine failure poses a significant safety risk. A loss of engine power while driving can lead to a crash, especially at higher speeds or in traffic. In my experience owning many vehicles, I have never encountered issues with ignition coils, nor have I experienced this frequency of recalls. Vehicle Information: • Year: 2019 • Make: SubarueBay • Model: Impreza • VIN: [XXX] • Mileage: 59,784 miles Recall Information: • NHTSA Recall Number: 21V264000, Service date: Nov 14, 2019 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA),

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655240

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-01-15

Manufacturer’s Name: ToyotaeBay Motor Corporation

Vehicle/Equipment Make: TOYOTAeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: PRIUS

Model Year: 2010


Summary

I was hit in the back by an SUV (my speed=40 mph, the SUV's speed=70 mph). As a result of the impact, my prius flew off the road, hit the roadside railings, and then rolled over 4 times landing upside down. However, NONE of the airbags deployed. This includes the front, side, and curtain airbags. The vehicle was serviced at a ToyotaeBay dealership a few years ago where they performed the airbag recall. However, the airbags did not deploy at all. Only sheer luck saved me from death due to the airbag malfunction.

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655241

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2024-09-15

Manufacturer’s Name: BMWeBay of North America, LLC

Vehicle/Equipment Make: BMWeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: 328I

Model Year: 2016


Summary

The contact owns a 2016 BMWeBay 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available .

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655242

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-17

Manufacturer’s Name: HondaeBay (American HondaeBay Motor Co.)

Vehicle/Equipment Make: ACURAeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: TLX

Model Year: 2018


Summary

The contact owns a 2018 AcuraeBay TLX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the AcuraeBay Watch warning light illuminated. The Adaptive Cruise ControleBay, Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), and Collision Mitigation warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the AcuraeBay Watch bumper sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 54,000.

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655243

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-03

Manufacturer’s Name: HyundaieBay Motor America

Vehicle/Equipment Make: GENESISeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: GV80

Model Year: 2021


Summary

Subject: Safety Complaint – Fuel Door Malfunction on GenesiseBay Vehicle Dear NHTSA, I am writing to formally file a safety-related complaint regarding a fuel door malfunction on my GenesiseBay vehicle. This defect has left me unable to access the fuel tank, presenting a serious safety risk—particularly the possibility of being stranded without fuel, which poses a threat to both driver and passenger safety. I have been informed by both GenesiseBay Customer Care and the GenesiseBay dealership in Huntsville, Alabama that this issue is common and recurring across multiple GenesiseBay models. It is not the result of wear and tear, and is unrelated to mileage. This is a design or mechanical flaw that directly compromises vehicle operability. Despite acknowledgment that this is a known defect, GenesiseBay has refused to resolve the issue under warranty, even though it is clearly a safety-related failure. I have attempted to escalate the matter internally, but have encountered delay, avoidance, and a refusal to take accountability. If this defect were to leave me or my family stranded without access to fuel—especially in extreme weather or on a busy highway—it could result in severe consequences. I believe this issue merits formal investigation and potential recall consideration. I respectfully request that the NHTSA review this issue and consider initiating an investigation to determine whether a recall or safety bulletin is warranted. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655244

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-17

Manufacturer’s Name: HondaeBay (American HondaeBay Motor Co.)

Vehicle/Equipment Make: HONDAeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: CIVIC

Model Year: 2012


Summary

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 HondaeBay Civic. The contact stated that while attempting to repair the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 71,00 and at the time of replacing the instrument panel, it was discovered that the mileage was 190,000.

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NHTSA ID Number: 11655246

Complaint Date: 2025-04-17

Fail Date: 2025-04-17

Manufacturer’s Name: SubarueBay of America, Inc.

Vehicle/Equipment Make: SUBARUeBay

Vehicle/Equipment Model: OUTBACK

Model Year: 2022


Summary

Small rocks cause very large cracks across windshield. Windshield seems brittle or fragile.

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