Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Radar
impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, raises the risk of a crash.
open safety recalls on record
impaired Active Brake Assist may not automatically apply partial or full braking as expected, raises the risk of a crash.
car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash.
The adhesive bonding of the front panel might deteriorate, possibly causing the front panel to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, raises the risk of a crash.
Incorrectly adjusted headlights may reduce visibility, raises the risk of a crash.
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, raises the risk of injury following a crash.
If the seat belt does not fully retract, the occupant may find the operation of the seat belt inconvenient and not wear it, raises the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may raises the risk of a crash.
inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, raises the risk of a crash.
disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting the emergency services call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and raises the risk of injury.
detached roof panel can become a road hazard, 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.