Power Train failure reports: 1787 total complaints across 100 vehicles from 4 makes. See which models are most affected.
This component hub groups real NHTSA complaint signals by make, model year, and vehicle page. Use it as a spoke from individual vehicle reports into the broader power train safety pattern.
A high complaint count does not automatically prove a defect, but it is a strong inspection signal when the same component appears repeatedly across related vehicles, years, recalls, or crash narratives.
The power train component is one of the most commonly reported areas of failure in NHTSA consumer complaints. Issues range from minor inconveniences to serious safety hazards including potential crashes and fires. Below are the vehicles most affected by power train problems.
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota C-Hr | 145 | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota Highlander | 133 | 0 |
| 2021 Toyota Highlander | 123 | 0 |
| 2019 Volkswagen Jetta | 108 | 0 |
| 2016 Toyota Tacoma | 101 | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota Highlander | 90 | 0 |
| 2018 Toyota Camry | 88 | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota Camry | 60 | 0 |
| 2017 Toyota Tacoma | 46 | 0 |
| 2017 Toyota Highlander | 46 | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota Rav4 | 44 | 0 |
| 2024 Toyota Tacoma | 41 | 0 |
| 2018 Toyota Highlander | 41 | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota C-Hr | 37 | 0 |
| 2022 Toyota Tundra | 35 | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota Corolla | 34 | 0 |
| 2024 Toyota Tundra | 30 | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota C-Hr | 25 | 0 |
| 2022 Toyota Highlander | 24 | 0 |
| 2023 Toyota Tundra | 23 | 0 |
| 2015 Toyota Corolla | 21 | 0 |
| 2015 Toyota Camry | 21 | 0 |
| 2017 Toyota Sienna | 20 | 0 |
| 2015 Toyota Rav4 | 20 | 0 |
| 2019 Toyota Tacoma | 19 | 0 |
| 2022 Volkswagen Golf Gti | 18 | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota Corolla | 18 | 0 |
| 2019 Volkswagen Gti | 17 | 0 |
| 2015 Volkswagen Jetta | 14 | 0 |
| 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan | 13 | 0 |
Based on 1787 NHTSA complaints across 100 vehicles, power train issues range from minor malfunctions to serious safety hazards. The most affected vehicles are listed in the table below — click any vehicle to see its specific power train complaint details.
The Toyota C-Hr is among the most affected. See the ranked table below for the full list of 100 vehicles with power train complaints filed with NHTSA.
Power Train failures can range from minor inconveniences to serious safety hazards. Some power train complaints involve crashes, fires, or injuries. Always have power train issues inspected promptly by a qualified mechanic, especially if your vehicle is subject to a related recall.
Search for your vehicle using our search tool or enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If a power train recall exists for your vehicle, the repair is free at authorized dealerships.