Power Train recalls

NHTSA lists 1,021 power train recalls since 2000, covering about 39,496,183 vehicles, 19 of them with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. Owners have filed 177,288 complaints about power train problems.

1,021recalls since 2000

39.5 millionvehicles recalled

177,288owner complaints

19do-not-drive / park-outside

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Power Train recalls per year

Models with the most power train complaints

Ford F-1508,661

Ford Focus6,805

Jeep Cherokee5,309

Ford Escape4,669

Ford Explorer4,550

Ford Fusion3,144

Honda Accord3,091

Honda Odyssey2,888

Jeep Grand Cherokee2,753

Chevrolet Silverado 15002,427

Nissan Pathfinder2,370

Nissan Maxima2,342

Ford Edge2,174

Nissan Altima2,134

Dodge RAM 15002,102

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since model year 2000; not adjusted for how many were sold.

Biggest power train recalls

Power Train — Ford Escape 2013–2019, Ford Fusion 2013–2016, Ford Edge 2015–2018, Ford Transit Connect 2013–2021, Ford C-Max 2013–2018
Jun 10, 2022 · NHTSA 22V413000 · 2,925,968 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Power Train — Honda Accord 2005–2010, Honda CR-V 2007–2010, Honda Element 2005–2008
Aug 4, 2011 · NHTSA 11V395000 · 1,512,107 vehicles
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 ACCORD, 2007-2010 CR-V, AND 2005-2008 ELEMENT PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2004, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3, 2010. THE OUTER RACE OF THE SECONDARY SHAFT BEARING MAY BE BROKEN DURING CERTAIN DRIVING STYLES.…
Power Train — Ram 1500 2009–2017, Dodge RAM 1500 2010–2012, Ram 2500 2013–2017, Dodge RAM 2500 2010–2012, Dodge RAM 3500 2010–2012, Ram 3500 2013–2017 +4 more
Dec 20, 2017 · NHTSA 17V821000 · 1,482,874 vehicles
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup…
Power Train — Ford F-150 2015–2017
Apr 14, 2026 · NHTSA 26V237000 · 1,392,935 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150 vehicles. A loss of signal between the transmission range sensor and the powertrain control module can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into second gear.
Power Train — Ford F-150 2011–2013
Feb 11, 2019 · NHTSA 19V075000 · 1,263,051 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Power Train — Chevrolet Malibu 2004–2008, Pontiac G6 2005–2008, Saturn Aura 2007–2008, Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 2004–2007
Apr 30, 2014 · NHTSA 14V224000 · 1,131,113 vehicles
General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 Saturn Aura vehicles. On May 22, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu…
Power Train — Honda Accord 2003–2004, Honda Odyssey 2002–2004, Honda Pilot 2003–2004, Acura MDX 2001–2002, Acura TL 2000–2004, Acura Cl 2001–2003
Apr 15, 2004 · NHTSA 04V176000 · 1,099,796 vehicles
ON SOME MINI VANS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES, CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN HEAT BUILD-UP BETWEEN THE COUNTERSHAFT AND SECONDARY SHAFT SECOND GEARS IN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, EVENTUALLY LEADING TO GEAR TOOTH CHIPPING OR GEAR…
Power Train — Hyundai Sonata 2011–2014
Jul 18, 2014 · NHTSA 14V434000 · 883,000 vehicles
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, through May 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from from the shift lever pin.

Latest power train recalls

Power Train — 2027 Freightliner Cascadia, 2027 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2027 Freightliner 114SD, 2027 Freightliner 108SD, 2027 Freightliner Cascadia Fifth Gen +1 more
Nov 6, 2026 · NHTSA 26V737000 · 3,894 vehicles
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2027 Western Star 49X, Western Star 47X, Freightliner Cascadia Fifth Gen, Freightliner Cascadia, Freightliner 114SD, Freightliner Business Class M2, and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with…
Power Train — 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhx, 2026 Harley-Davidson Fltrx, 2026 Harley-Davidson Flhxse +3 more
Nov 3, 2026 · NHTSA 26V730000 · 21,643 vehicles
Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2026 FLHXLSE, FLTRXSTSE, FLHXSTSE, FLHXSE, FLHXL, FLTRXP, FLTRX, FLTRXL, and FLHX motorcycles. The engine control module (ECM) may communicate the incorrect gear position of neutral when the…
Power Train — Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid 2026–2027 +0 more
Oct 20, 2026 · NHTSA 26V688000 · 11,623 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Nautilus Hybrid and 2027 Corsair Hybrid vehicles. The vehicle may unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving, due to corrosion in the transmission's park lock actuator circuit board.
Power Train — +0 more
Oct 7, 2026 · NHTSA 26V658000 · 4,630 vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2024 R 18 motorcycles equipped with the optional reverse gear. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit…
Power Train — 2027 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Sep 23, 2026 · NHTSA 26V607000 · 1 vehicles
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling one 2026 Range Rover Sport vehicle. The circuit board in the powertrain control module (PCM) was misaligned during production and may be deformed.
Power Train — 2026 Ford F-150
Sep 9, 2026 · NHTSA 26V576000 · 37 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 F-150 vehicles. Incorrect rear axle tail bearings may have been installed, which can result in rear wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
Power Train — BMW 540I 2021–2023, BMW M550I 2021–2023, BMW 840I 2020–2026, BMW 540I Xdrive 2021–2023, BMW 750E Xdrive 2024–2026, BMW 840I Xdrive 2020–2026
Aug 12, 2026 · NHTSA 26V525000 · 39,144 vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly…
Power Train — +0 more
Jul 15, 2026 · NHTSA 26V454000 · 159 vehicles
E-One Incorporated (E-One) is recalling certain 2026 Commercial, 2025-2026 Typhoon N, and Cyclone N emergency vehicles. The drive/pump mode transfer case may disengage, causing loss of power to the rear wheels.
Power Train — 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander, 2026 Lexus Tx, 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, 2026 Lexus Tx Hybrid +0 more
Jul 8, 2026 · NHTSA 26V437000 · 5,408 vehicles
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Lexus TX Plug-In Hybrid, TX Hybrid, TX, Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Grand Highlander vehicles. The rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material…
Power Train — Jeep Grand Cherokee 2022–2024, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2024 Jeep Wagoneer L
Jun 30, 2026 · NHTSA 26V413000 · 7 vehicles
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Jeep Wagoneer L vehicles. A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display. As such, these…
Power Train — Ford Mustang Mach E 2021–2023
Jun 30, 2026 · NHTSA 26V417000 · 42,784 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang Mach E vehicles. The rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.
Power Train — 2026 Nissan Rogue
Jun 30, 2026 · NHTSA 26V419000 · 5,823 vehicles
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The instrument panel may not display the transmission gear selection indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…

Questions

How many power train recalls are there?

NHTSA lists 1,021 vehicle recall campaigns for power train problems since model year 2000, covering about 39,496,183 vehicles as reported by manufacturers.

Which cars have the most power train complaints?

By owner complaints filed with NHTSA: Ford F-150 (8,661), Ford Focus (6,805), Jeep Cherokee (5,309). Popular models get more complaints simply because more are on the road.

How do I know if my car has an open power train recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recalls apply to specific vehicles, and the repair is free at a dealer.