Latches/Locks/Linkages: complaints and recalls by model

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

For all vehicles in the file, the figure for Latches/Locks/Linkages is 11.4 per 1,000 component mentions. The NHTSA files have no sales figures. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Component: The part or the system that a complaint or a recall campaign names. NHTSA has a fixed list of component names.

1. 26V481000Received 24 Jul 2026. 310,667 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 CLA, 2019-2022 A-Class, 2022-2023 C-Class, 2024 CLE, 2020-2026 GLA/GLB, and 2023-2024 GLC vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific model information. The micro-switch in the driver's door lock may corrode and fail to detect an open door, preventing the electronic parking brake or "Auto-Park" feature from engaging automatically. This may result in a vehicle rollaway.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash or injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the driver's door lock, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 18, 2026. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 31, 2026.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Sep 2026. The campaign has 72 make, model and year entries.

2. 26V407000Received 26 Jun 2026. 117 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Switches/Knobs/Buttons

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER EFX2 school buses. The entrance door may fail to open or close when the switch is activated.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that fails to open or close increases the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the door relay for the entrance door system, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1035.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1035. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

3. 26V408000Received 26 Jun 2026. 37 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Switches/Knobs/Buttons

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 transit buses. The entrance door may fail to open or close when the switch is activated.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that fails to open or close increases the risk of injury to occupants in a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the door relay for the entrance door system, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1035.

   Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1035. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

4. 26V134000Received 6 Mar 2026. 10 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLA 250 vehicles. The bowden cable may have been incorrectly installed, which can prevent the door from opening from inside the vehicle.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and repair the bowden cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 13, 2026.

   Report filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 May 2026. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

5. 26V102000Received 20 Feb 2026. 139 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Orange EV (OEV) is recalling certain 2018-2023 T-Series Pure Electric and 2024-2026 e-TRIEVER terminal trucks. The driver's side door handles may be missing a lock. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that cannot be locked may open unexpectedly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   OEV field service will replace the door handles, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact OEV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. OEV's number for this recall is 2026-SRC-01.

   Report filed by Orange EV. Manufacturer campaign number 2026-SRC-01. The campaign has 9 make, model and year entries.

6. 26V072000Received 6 Feb 2026. 2,758 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2017 S60L vehicles. A component within the door latch may break, preventing the door from latching properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that is not securely latched can open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Car’s customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R89978. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 19, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 19V849.

   Report filed by Volvo Car USA, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number R89978. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Mar 2026. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

7. 26V063000Received 4 Feb 2026. 51 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Coaches North America (Daimler Coaches) is recalling certain 2026 Mercedes Benz Tourrider Business and Premium transit buses. The door control valve may not release the self holding mechanism, preventing the door from opening.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that cannot be opened can prevent or delay passengers from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Daimler Coaches will replace the door control valve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 2, 2026. Owners may contact Daimler Coaches' customer service at 1-416-624-3558. Daimler Coaches' number for this recall is 72.40U26365A.

   Report filed by Daimler Coaches North America. Manufacturer campaign number 72.40U26365A. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Apr 2026. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

8. 26V049000Received 28 Jan 2026. 141,286 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring / Switches/Knobs/Buttons

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that unexpectedly opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.

   Report filed by Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing. Manufacturer campaign number 26TB03 / 26TA03. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Jul 2026. The campaign has 8 make, model and year entries.

9. 26V023000Received 20 Jan 2026. 26,432 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.

   Report filed by Nissan North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number PD185, PMA61. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Mar 2026. The campaign has 5 make, model and year entries.

10. 25V758000Received 4 Nov 2025. 51 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Spartan Fire FC-94, Gladiator, and Metrostar vehicles. The actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2025. Owners may contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261.

    Report filed by Marion Body Works Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 25010. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Nov 2025. The campaign has 6 make, model and year entries.

11. 25V718000Received 21 Oct 2025. 244 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    REV Recreation Group (REV) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Holiday Rambler Invicta and Fleetwood Fortis recreational vehicles equipped with Lippert Paddle latches with part number 2021097882. The paddle latch may unintentionally lock, preventing operators from accessing the Liquid Propane (LP) compartment.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    An inability to access the LP compartment can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the paddle latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2025. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-509-3417. REV's number for this recall is 251021REV.

    Report filed by REV Recreation Group. Manufacturer campaign number 251021REV. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Dec 2025. The campaign has 6 make, model and year entries.

12. 25V706000Received 16 Oct 2025. 22 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Alexis Fire Equipment Company (Alexis Fire) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Pumper, 2024 Rescue, and 2020-2024 Tanker fire trucks built on Spartan chassis. The actuator lever arm in the Spartan cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Alexis Fire customer service at 1-309-482-6121.

    Report filed by Alexis Fire Equipment Company. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Nov 2025. The campaign has 6 make, model and year entries.

13. 25E059000Received 24 Sep 2025. 815 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Lippert is recalling certain Paddle Latches with part number 2021097882, equipped on REV Recreation Group vehicles when used in the Liquid Propane (LP) compartment door. The paddle latch may unintentionally lock, preventing operators from accessing the LP compartment.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    An inability to access the LP compartment can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Lippert will provide replacement paddle latches, free of charge. Vehicle manufacturer will notify end users. Owners may contact Lippert customer service at 1-574-538-4514.

    Report filed by Lippert. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

14. 25V620000Received 18 Sep 2025. 3,609 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 New VN trucks. The door latch cable on the interior door handle may be incorrectly installed, preventing the door from opening.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A door that cannot be opened from the inside may trap occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the door latch cable and pivot clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2508. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 25, 2025.

    Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2508. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Nov 2025. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

15. 25V584000Received 6 Sep 2025. 1,261 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Spartan Fire, LLC (Spartan) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Gladiator, Metrostar, FC-94, KME Panther, and 2024-2025 Predator vehicles. The actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan's number for this recall is 25010.

    Report filed by Spartan Fire, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 25010. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Oct 2025. The campaign has 21 make, model and year entries.

16. 25E055000Received 4 Sep 2025. 1,080 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    TriMark Corporation (TriMark) is recalling certain door latches, part numbers 19233-01 (0534-EE3-001) and 19232-01 (0557-EE3-001), installed on Spartan Fire vehicles. The actuator lever arm in the cab door latch may bind or become wedged, preventing the door from opening.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    TriMark will work with Spartan Fire to replace the door latches, free of charge. Spartan Fire will notify affected vehicle owners. Owners may contact TriMark customer service at 1-800-447-0343.

    Report filed by TriMark Corporation. Manufacturer campaign number TMC2501. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

17. 25V473000Received 17 Jul 2025. 625 units.

    Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lineage recreational trailers, equipped with Lippert Modularia entrance doors. The door latch mechanism may fail.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Door latch failure may prevent occupants from exiting the vehicle in an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will install a new retainer clip and install a secondary retainer to the tension rod, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is M910051.

    Report filed by Grand Design RV, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number M910051. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Sep 2025. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.

18. 25V384000Received 23 Jun 2025. 491 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Keystone RV Company (Keystone) is recalling certain 2025 Carbon, Fuzion, and Raptor toy hauler recreational trailers. The rear gate pins and/or leg support bracket may be missing, allowing the gate to shift during operation.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A rear gate that shifts or patio stairs that becomes unstable increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will install the gate pins and/or leg support brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2025. Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 25-470.

    Report filed by Keystone RV Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25-470. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Aug 2025. The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.

19. 25V425000Received 20 Jun 2025. 126 units.

    Structure / Emergency / Escape/Egress/Exit / Latching/Release System

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Wildwood and Salem travel trailer recreational trailers. The exterior transit latch on the rear patio door cannot be unlocked from inside the vehicle.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A door that remains locked can prevent or delay occupants from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will remove the exterior transit latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 22, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-534-3167. Forest River's number for this recall is 69-1945.

    Report filed by Forest River, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 69-1945. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Jul 2025. The campaign has 4 make, model and year entries.

20. 25V397000Received 13 Jun 2025. 27,768 units.

    Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco four-door vehicles. The left-hand rear door may be able to be opened from inside the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S64.

    Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S64. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Jun 2025. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.

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Which model lines have the most component mentions of Latches/Locks/Linkages?

Toyota Sienna: 769 mentions. Dodge Caravan: 667 mentions. Honda CR-V: 535 mentions. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.

Which name in the group Latches/Locks/Linkages do complaints use most often?

Latches/Locks/Linkages, with 7,933 mentions. This page lists 6 names of the group.

What is the component group Latches/Locks/Linkages?

NHTSA gives each component a name in levels. The group has each name that starts with Latches/Locks/Linkages. It has 17,825 component mentions in the complaint file.