Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery
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.
open safety recalls on record
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.
inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, raises the risk of a crash.
loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance.
loss of drive power raises the risk of a crash.
loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
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.