Structure: complaints and recalls by model
The NHTSA complaint file has 78,734 component mentions of Structure. That is 50.3 per 1,000 component mentions in the file. 1,679 NHTSA recall campaigns name a component in this group.
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.
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Model lines
In the order of the number of mentions.
| Model line | Mentions | Per 1,000 component mentions of the line |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Sienna | 2,685 | 280.5 |
| Ford Explorer | 2,497 | 83.7 |
| Dodge Ram 1500 | 1,980 | 133.8 |
| Toyota Tacoma | 1,697 | 214.4 |
| Toyota Camry | 1,558 | 83.1 |
| Nissan Altima | 1,509 | 107.3 |
| Ford F-150 | 1,505 | 51.9 |
| Toyota Tundra | 1,347 | 236.6 |
| Toyota 4Runner | 1,288 | 277.1 |
| Ford Windstar | 1,252 | 65.1 |
| Ford Escape | 1,223 | 65.1 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1,179 | 39.7 |
| Honda Odyssey | 1,088 | 106 |
| Ford Taurus | 1,050 | 46.5 |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 978 | 172.9 |
| Ford Focus | 928 | 45 |
| Honda Accord | 897 | 41 |
| Jeep Liberty | 854 | 78.5 |
| Hyundai Sonata | 819 | 64.8 |
| Dodge Caravan | 811 | 57.5 |
| Ford Edge | 788 | 83.7 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 785 | 85 |
| Jeep Cherokee | 734 | 65.8 |
| Ford Ranger | 642 | 69.6 |
| Dodge Ram 2500 | 637 | 78.9 |
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 Structure is 50.3 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.
Names in the group
The component names of NHTSA that start with the group name.
| Component name in the file | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Body | 30,545 |
| Structure | 16,510 |
| Body / Door | 10,549 |
| Frame and Members | 7,920 |
| Frame and Members / Underbody Shields | 2,713 |
| Body / Door / Hinge and Attachments | 2,012 |
| Body / Hatchback/Liftgate | 1,421 |
| Body / Trunk Lid | 992 |
| Body / Tailgate / Hinge and Attachments | 961 |
| Body / Hatchback/Liftgate / Support Device/Strut | 834 |
| Body / Roof and Pillars | 809 |
| Body / Bumpers | 798 |
| Body / Hatchback/Liftgate / Hinge and Attachments | 751 |
| Body / Hood | 733 |
| Body / Hood / Hinge and Attachments | 598 |
Counts by year
Newest recall campaigns
The newest 20 of 1,679.
26V613000Received . 1,073 units.
Structure / Frame and Members
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Range Rover Sport vehicles. Cracks may develop in the rear subframe.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A cracked subframe may have reduced structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. A crack may also diminish handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear subframe as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D165 and D166.
Report filed by Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number D165 D166. The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
26V609000Received . 111 units.
Structure / Body / Step/Ladder
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Dynamax Isata recreational vehicles. The bunk ladder may be attached to a wooden mattress insert, resulting in the ladder loosening.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A ladder that pulls away from the bunk increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the mattress insert with a metal frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-206-7600. Forest River's number for this recall is 55-2099.
Report filed by Forest River, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 55-2099. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V608000Received . 132 units.
Structure / Body / Door
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cedar Creek fifth wheel recreational trailers. The sleeper sofa may block the bunkroom door.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A blocked door can prevent or delay occupants from exiting during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will correct the swing of the bunkroom door, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 2, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-4995. Forest River's number for this recall is 20-2098.
Report filed by Forest River, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number 20-2098. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V584000Received . 97,349 units.
Structure / Body / Roof and Pillars
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2023-2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, and 2023-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 81D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number 81D. The campaign has 16 make, model and year entries.
26E064000Received . 3,038 units.
Structure / Body / Roof and Pillars
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain MOPAR roof rack kits with part numbers 68747056AA, 68529228AA, 68529228AB, 68442426AA, 68442426AB, and 68442426AC. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 82D.
Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number 82D. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26V564000Received . 12 units.
Trailer Hitches / Fifth Wheel Assembly
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Light Boy America, Inc (Light Boy) is recalling certain 2020 and 2023 Light Boy GBX12SK light towers. The trailer frame may bend at the tow bar, causing the light tower to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detach light tower can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install a new bracket or a reinforcement cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by October 31, 2026. Owners may contact Light Boy customer service at 1-800-421-1244.
Report filed by Light Boy America,Inc. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V550000Received . 23 units.
Structure / Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Improperly tightened vehicle joints may lead to a loss of vehicle control, electrical failure, or detached parts, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 26, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S60. The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
26V546000Received . 65 units.
Structure / Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER HDX2 and Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER EFX2 school buses. The connector plates for the driver's seat belt anchor and an interior body joint seam may be missing, resulting in insufficient structural reinforcements. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages," and 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A seat belt anchor with a missing connector plate may fail to properly restrain the driver and insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the header connectors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1038.
Report filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number F1038. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V543000Received . 130 units.
Structure
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Cornell Pump Company LLC (Cornell) is recalling certain 2025 Enclosed Pump Trailers and Utility Pump Trailers. The trailer tongue may become cracked, causing trailer instability.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Instability while towing increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Cornell will provide instructions to inspect and repair or replace the trailer tongue, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 26, 2026. Owners may contact Cornell customer service at 1-503-653-0330.
Report filed by Cornell Pump Company LLC. The campaign has 2 make, model and year entries.
26V568000Received . 1 unit.
Structure / Body / Hatchback/Liftgate / Hinge and Attachments
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Marathon Industries Inc. (Marathon Industries) is recalling one 2025 Ford F-650 SD vehicle. The deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Marathon Industries will work with the supplier, Hiab, to inspect the platform bushings and hydraulic systems and replace the deck pins, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 14, 2026. Owner may contact Marathon Industries' customer service at 1-661-286-1520.
Report filed by Marathon Industries Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26V528000Received . 74,578 units.
Structure / Body / Hatchback/Liftgate
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the spoiler and align the liftgate as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 10, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number 61D. The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
26V517000Received . 31 units.
Structure / Body / Hatchback/Liftgate / Hinge and AttachmentsDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
US Truck Body Co., Inc. (US Truck Body) is recalling certain 2025 Isuzu NPR HD vehicles equipped with Waltco MDV series liftgates. The deck pins may break, causing the liftgate platform to fall.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
US Truck Body will work with the supplier, Hiab, to inspect the platform bushings and hydraulic systems and replace the deck pins, free of charge. All affected vehicles are expected to be repair by August 27, 2026. Owners may contact US Truck Body customer service at 1-800-443-0843.
Report filed by US Truck Body Co., Inc. The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26V502000Received . 110 units.
Structure / Critical Fasteners
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Alamo Group, Inc. (Royal Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Royal Truck & Equipment Class 2 Traffic Control trucks equipped with a Wanco sign board. The solar panel screws may loosen, resulting in a partial detachment.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A dangling or completely disengaged solar panel may hit other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Royal Truck will provide instructions on how to remove the self-tapping screws and replace with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Royal Truck's customer service at 866-975-0212.
Report filed by Alamo Group Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 5 make, model and year entries.
26V499000Received . 28 units.
Structure / Body / Step/Ladder
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Brinkley RV (Brinkley) is recalling certain 2027 Model I trailers. The exterior ladder may not be properly secured to the support backer.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The ladder may detach during use, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the ladder as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Brinkley's customer service at 1-574-501-4280. Brinkley's number for this recall is REC-2603.
Report filed by Brinkley RV. Manufacturer campaign number REC-2603. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26V487000Received . 86,543 units.
Structure / Exterior Trim
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear side quarter window glass trim may be improperly secured, which can allow it to detach.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 14, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S56. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 7, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S56. The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
26V465000Received . 11 units.
Structure / Body / Bumpers
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2027 Champion dry van trailers The trailers may have been produced without the installation of the rear impact guard extension channels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 224, "Rear Impact Protection."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A rear impact guard that is not properly installed can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install the rear impact guard extension channels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 3, 2026. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Report filed by Great Dane Trailers. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 1 make, model and year entry.
26V460000Received . 22,730 units.
Structure / Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2027 IC Bus EVSB and CESB school buses. The driver's window panel and entrance door vertical joints may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install rivets along the driver's side window seam and entrance door seam, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26511.
Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 26511. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 6 make, model and year entries.
26V461000Received . 50 units.
Structure / Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2027 IC Bus CECB transit buses. The driver's window panel and entrance door vertical joints may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install rivets along the driver's side window seam and entrance door seam, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26512.
Report filed by International Motors, LLC. Manufacturer campaign number 26512. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: . The campaign has 3 make, model and year entries.
26V453000Received . 24 units.
Structure / Frame and Members
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 e-TRIEVER, 2020-2023 T-Series Tandem Terminal Truck, and 2024-2026 HUSK-e Tandem Terminal vehicles. Improper welding may cause frame rails to crack, leading to rail separation.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached rail can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the frame rails as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 22, 2026. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 1-866-688-5223. Orange EV's number for this recall is 2026-SRC-02.
Report filed by Orange EV. Manufacturer campaign number 2026-SRC-03. The campaign has 9 make, model and year entries.
26V448000Received . 288,314 units.
Structure / Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The roof rail covers may come loose and detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached roof rail cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the roof rail covers and as necessary, repair or replace the push-pins, rail clips, or roof rail covers, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S54. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 21V316. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S54. The campaign has 4 make, model and year entries.
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Recall Register. Structure: complaints and recalls by model. https://recallregister.com/component/structure/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, complaint and recall files. Data through .
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- 15 May 2019
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- 29 Sep 2026
Questions
- Which model lines have the most component mentions of Structure?
- Toyota Sienna: 2,685 mentions. Ford Explorer: 2,497 mentions. Dodge Ram 1500: 1,980 mentions. A model line with more vehicles on the road gets more complaints.
- Which name in the group Structure do complaints use most often?
- Body, with 30,545 mentions. This page lists 15 names of the group.
- What is the component group Structure?
- NHTSA gives each component a name in levels. The group has each name that starts with Structure. It has 78,734 component mentions in the complaint file.