PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated June 2026
187
complaints filed for the 2011 model year
2010–2016
Model years affected
$809 – $7,500+
Typical repair cost, by problem
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Start my diagnosis →Documented fatal crash: one death and one injury
Check engine light: On
A complaint describes an unintended gear-shift malfunction where the vehicle unexpectedly engaged reverse from park, resulting in a crash that caused one death and one injury.
Full engine replacement required, recurs across multiple model years
Check engine light: On
Internal water pump failure floods the engine with coolant, requiring full engine replacement — one owner described the repair as requiring 'the entire engine has to be taken out of the car.' The same failure mode recurs across multiple model years (2013, 2016).
Disables brakes and steering assistance simultaneously
Check engine light: On
Complete electrical power loss while driving at highway speed disables both braking and steering assistance at the same time.
Owners report their vehicles fell outside the applicable recall
Check engine light: On
Multiple complaints describe steering rack failures requiring replacement, with owners noting their vehicles fell outside the applicable recall's coverage.
Prevents secure closure, but not covered by the recall
Check engine light: Off
Owners explicitly state their door latch mechanism is identical to the recalled version but their specific vehicle was not included in the recall.
Persists after repair
Check engine light: On
Throttle body malfunction causes unintended acceleration and 'limp mode' failures. One owner reported spending '$809.00 for new TB sensor and brake pedal' with the problem recurring afterward.
The engine oil pan gasket leaks
Check engine light: Off
The engine oil pan gasket leaks. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 259 owner reports on file.
The engine bucks or misfires at freeway speeds
Check engine light: Off
The engine bucks or misfires at freeway speeds. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 213 owner reports on file.
A faulty idle air bypass valve causes engine performance problems
Check engine light: Off
A faulty idle air bypass valve causes engine performance problems. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 136 owner reports on file.
The camshaft sensor magnet damages the synchronizers
Check engine light: Off
The camshaft sensor magnet damages the synchronizers. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 68 owner reports on file.
The automatic lights do not work
Check engine light: Off
The automatic lights do not work. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 47 owner reports on file.
A blown or cracked head gasket causes white smoke from the exhaust
Check engine light: Off
A blown or cracked head gasket causes white smoke from the exhaust. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 28 owner reports on file.
The A/C fan speed changes constantly on its own
Check engine light: Off
The A/C fan speed changes constantly on its own. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 19 owner reports on file.
Loose or worn inner tie rod ends cause steering and tire wear problems
Check engine light: Off
Loose or worn inner tie rod ends cause steering and tire wear problems. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 17 owner reports on file.
The heater hose assembly leaks antifreeze, causing overheating and heat regulation issues
Check engine light: Off
The heater hose assembly leaks antifreeze, causing overheating and heat regulation issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 13 owner reports on file.
Worn motor mounts damage the AC hoses
Check engine light: Off
Worn motor mounts damage the AC hoses. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 11 owner reports on file.
No recall specific to this generation has been identified covering the gear-engagement failure, the water pump failures, or the two problems below where owners report being excluded from recall coverage. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
Important: this generation is tied to a documented fatality. A complaint describes the vehicle unexpectedly engaging reverse from park, resulting in a crash that caused one death and one injury. Separately, a catastrophic internal water pump failure flooding the engine with coolant recurs across multiple model years (2013, 2016) within this same nameplate, requiring full engine replacement at $3,000 and up.