Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery
short-circuit in a high voltage battery raises the risk of a fire.
open safety recalls on record
short-circuit in a high voltage battery raises the risk of a fire.
improperly connected or assembled CCU can interrupt electrical power while driving and result in an engine stall, raises the risk of a crash.
Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, raises the risk of a crash.
display that does not show critical information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights, can raises the risk of a crash.
interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, raises the risk of a crash.
Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, raises the risk of injury.
Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, raises the risk of injury.
loss of drive power raises the risk of a crash.
Not usually. NHTSA issues a "do not drive" or "park outside" advisory when a defect is dangerous enough to keep you out of the car — those are flagged Critical above. Everything else should be repaired promptly but is not an immediate stop-driving order.
No. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix a safety recall free of charge, including parts and labour, whether or not you are the original owner.
Complaints are unverified reports filed by owners. They can prompt an investigation, but many never become recalls — either the fault isn't safety-related or it isn't widespread.