Electronic parking brake will not release. Unable to disengage parking break even manually. Car is parked in a driveway that has a steep hill and heavy city traffic at end of driveway.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

Parking brake malfunction. I parked the car outside a store and engaged the parking brake, on my return the parking brake could not be disengaged and the "parking brake malfunction" sign showed up. All 4 tires got locked up and I had to get the SUV towed to the dealer. The fix was to replace the parking brake actuator which costed me about $2000. It was very stressful when the SUV got stuck as I had my kid and family with me. Shop had to replace the parking brake actuator and I was told that they have seen this problem show up so frequently recently. The part supplier who sent the new parking brake actuator mentioned that they used to ship upto 5 pieces per month but now they are shipping hundreds per month. So it seems that its a wide spread problem, and I want to bring this to NHTSA's attention such that it can be investigated and can help other drivers who may face this problem in future.

- Carmel, IN, USA

2012 BMW X5. Consumer writes in regards to various safety recall notices received for vehicle. The consumer stated the engine malfunctioned and required a software update. The vehicle's air springs needed to be replaced. The coolant tank cracked causing coolant to leak from the vehicle. The oil gasket was leaking and needed to replaced.

- Austin, TX, USA

Tried to complete a 3-point turn into a parking space when placing vehicle from reverse into drive, the vehicle unassisted it acceleration and would not brake nor steer; thus causing myself to crash head on into a concrete barrier.

- Chicago , IL, USA