repaired · 2023 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. A melted wire and blown fuse can increase the risk of a fire.
2020 Triple E UnityProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2020 Triple E Unity, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-299 the manufacturer reports only 46% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 30, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Triple E Unity has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2020 Triple E Unity recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Appliance: refrigerator
Risk. Discoloration or charring of the wood frame can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Accessory generator: wiring
Risk. Damaged wires may cause an electrical shock, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Appliance: oven/stove/cooktop
Risk. The heat from the cooktop may radiate to the underside of the upper galley cabinet, increasing the risk of a fire and bodily injury.
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repaired · 2022 Q3
Equipment
Risk. Loss of tail light illumination could reduce the vehicle's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Lpg systems: water heater
Risk. The wrong connector may cause a propane leak to occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems
Risk. A locked utility compartment prevents access to the liquid propane (LP) shutoff valve.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. Tire contact with the propane tubing can create a hole in the tubing, releasing propane gas, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Triple E.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Unity year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Unity median. How we score
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- Caution
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In owners' words
What Unity owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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Own a 2020 Unity?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.