Engine stalling shortly after refueling, with loss of power steering and brakes
Vehicle stalls within minutes of filling the gas tank; loss of power steering assist and power brake assist accompanies the stall
Check engine light: Off
This is one of the most safety-critical non-recall problems documented: vehicles stall within minutes of filling the gas tank, and the stall is accompanied by a loss of power steering and power brake assist — a compound failure that multiple owners describe as 'very dangerous,' since losing steering and braking assist at the same moment as an unexpected stall leaves very little margin for error. A related service bulletin (TSB 14-001-09 REV A) exists, but this is not confirmed as a formal recall.
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Subframe / crossmember rust corrosion
Rust corrosion of front and rear structural components
Check engine light: Off
Subframe and crossmember rust corrosion affecting front and rear structural components. This was previously covered under an 'X69 Extended Warranty' that has expired for many owners, turning what was once a covered issue into a genuine out-of-pocket repair — consistent with the expired-goodwill-program pattern already seen several times (Prius, Camry/Avalon, Lexus ES, Toyota RAV4). Complaints describe this as a safety risk given the potential for frame failure. This is a structural/corrosion issue, not an engine fault, so it doesn't trigger a check-engine light.
$900 – $1,500+
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TIPM electrical failures
Alternator problems, battery drain, airbag warning lights staying illuminated
Check engine light: Off
TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) failures producing alternator problems, battery drain, and airbag warning lights that stay illuminated. This is an electrical-system fault and doesn't reliably trigger a check-engine light.
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CVT transmission overheating on inclined routes
Transmission overheating on inclines, sometimes requiring complete transmission replacement
Check engine light: Off
CVT transmission overheating specifically on inclined/mountainous routes, in some cases requiring complete transmission replacement. This echoes a similar CVT overheating pattern seen on the Nissan Rogue earlier in, though these are different manufacturers and CVT suppliers, so it's likely coincidental rather than a shared-parts issue.
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Throttle body failure
Hard running engine
Check engine light: On
A throttle body failure producing a hard-running engine. A throttle body fault typically triggers a check-engine light.
$35063,240 mi
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Electronic throttle control problem
Not detailed beyond the named fault in our source sample
Check engine light: On
An electronic throttle control fault. Single documented case at $675 and 72,000 miles, reliably triggering a check-engine light.
$67572,000 mi
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Engine rod failure (severe, high mileage)
Major internal engine damage; one owner traded in the vehicle rather than repair
Check engine light: On
A severe engine rod failure at high mileage causing major internal damage — one documented owner chose to trade in the vehicle rather than pay for the repair. This kind of catastrophic failure is typically preceded by check-engine-light warnings and unusual engine noise.
$4,900 (repair estimate)136,000 mi
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Water intrusion through sunroof and dome lights
Water leaks causing mold
Check engine light: Off
Water intrusion through the sunroof and dome light housings, leading to mold. This is a body/weatherproofing issue, not an engine fault, so it doesn't trigger a check-engine light.
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Engine Will Not Start Due to Wireless Control Module Fault
Engine will not start due to a wireless control module (WCM) fault
Check engine light: Off
Engine will not start due to a wireless control module (WCM) fault. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 184 owner reports on file.
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Manual Transmission Shifting Difficulty
Difficulty shifting the manual transmission
Check engine light: Off
Difficulty shifting the manual transmission. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 99 owner reports on file.
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Engine Stalling While Driving, Multiple Failed Attempts to Diagnose Issue
Engine stalling while driving, with multiple failed attempts to diagnose the cause
Check engine light: Off
Engine stalling while driving, with multiple failed attempts to diagnose the cause. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 64 owner reports on file.
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Engine May Overheat Due to Debris in the Cylinder Head Coolant Port
Engine overheating caused by debris in the cylinder head coolant port
Check engine light: Off
Engine overheating caused by debris in the cylinder head coolant port. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 39 owner reports on file.
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Abnormal Noise or Damage to AC Compressor
Abnormal noise or damage to the AC compressor
Check engine light: Off
Abnormal noise or damage to the AC compressor. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 28 owner reports on file.
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Abnormal Noise and/or Vibration From Front Brakes During Light Braking
Abnormal noise or vibration from the front brakes during light braking
Check engine light: Off
Abnormal noise or vibration from the front brakes during light braking. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 26 owner reports on file.
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PCM Software Update Available
Powertrain control module software update available to address an unspecified driveability issue
Check engine light: Off
Powertrain control module software update available to address an unspecified driveability issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 19 owner reports on file.
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Leaking Front Strut and/or "Rough" Handling
Leaking front strut and/or rough handling
Check engine light: Off
Leaking front strut and/or rough handling. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 15 owner reports on file.
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Recurring Lower Ball Joint Failures and Control Arm Issues
Recurring lower ball joint failures and control arm issues
Check engine light: Off
Recurring lower ball joint failures and control arm issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 14 owner reports on file.
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Abnormal Noise From HVAC Blower Motor
Abnormal noise from the HVAC blower motor
Check engine light: Off
Abnormal noise from the HVAC blower motor. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 11 owner reports on file.
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TCM Software Update Available
Transmission control module software update available to address an unspecified driveability issue
Check engine light: Off
Transmission control module software update available to address an unspecified driveability issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 10 owner reports on file.
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The most serious problem for this generation is engine stalling shortly after refueling, paired with loss of power steering and power brakes — described by owners as 'very dangerous.' A separate expired extended-warranty program ('X69') previously covered subframe/crossmember rust corrosion, but that coverage has lapsed for many owners, turning it into genuine out-of-pocket repair territory with costs in the $900-$1,500+ range.