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NHTSA oversees recalls of vehicles, tires, child seats, and motor-vehicle equipment. Each campaign is identified by an NHTSA campaign number.
NHTSA regulates the safety of every motor vehicle sold in the US plus tires, child seats, and motor-vehicle equipment. Recalls are coordinated under a numbering scheme called the NHTSA Campaign Number — a string like 25V123000 where the first two digits are the year, V is for vehicle (T is for tires, C for child seats, E for equipment), and the rest identifies the campaign. Every vehicle in our database can be looked up by VIN to check whether any active campaigns affect it.
NHTSA recalls are unusual in two ways. First, the cause is usually a defined defect or non-compliance with a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard rather than a pathogen or contamination event — so 'severity' tracks the consequence of the defect (does the airbag fail to deploy, does the steering lose assist, does the fuel tank leak) rather than reported illnesses. Second, every NHTSA recall is mandatory for the manufacturer to remedy at no charge to the owner, for as long as the vehicle is on the road. There's no expiration on a NHTSA campaign.
We enrich every recall with the full make / model / year-range affected so you can see at a glance whether your vehicle is in scope. If you're not sure, the VIN lookup decodes your specific vehicle and cross-references the database. The remedy is always free — usually a dealer visit for a part replacement, software update, or inspection.
Ford is recalling 2016 and 2020 Transit Connect vehicles because the front windshield may have inadequate adhesion to the body, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2021-2022 vehicles with heated leather steering wheels because a software error prevents the DISTRONIC hand-off detection system from functioning. This can disable warnings for drivers to grab the wheel and prevent emergency responder assistance.
Watson Hopper is recalling X12 Power Modules because fuel tubes may crack, causing a high-pressure fuel leak that increases fire risk.
Ford is recalling 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport with 1.5L engines. The oil separator housing may crack and leak, creating fire risk near hot engine components.
Ford is recalling 2022 Transit vehicles because the 360-degree camera system may fail to display the rearview image, increasing crash risk while reversing.
Miller Electric is recalling EnPak A60 units due to a bracket clearance issue that may cause electrical shorts, fuel leaks, or electrical arcs, increasing fire risk.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2022 EQS 450 and EQS 580 vehicles because a software error may permanently deactivate the overhead control panel, preventing occupants from contacting emergency services.
Forest River is recalling 2022 Surveyor travel trailers because a short fresh air intake tube may detach, causing the burn chamber to crack and expose occupants to carbon monoxide.
Ford is recalling 2022 Lincoln Aviator PHEV vehicles. The inlet charge port harness bus bar may unseat, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.
Forest River is recalling 2022 Puma and Puma XLE fifth wheel and travel trailer recreational vehicles because the exterior microwave griddle can remain connected to propane when stowed, creating a fire hazard.
Ford is recalling 2022 Transit vehicles because the rearview camera may display a blank image when reversing, increasing crash risk.
Ford is recalling 2022 F-150 and related models due to a software error that may disable trailer brake functionality. Loss of trailer brakes increases stopping distance and crash risk.
Prevost is recalling 140 X3-45 Commuter buses from 2021-2022 because a loose cable in the rear junction box may overheat and cause a fire.
Chrysler is recalling 2021-2022 Pacifica and 2021 Voyager vehicles because the second-row seat mounting latch may fail to secure the seat properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Reading Truck is recalling 2019-2021 Master Mechanic Crane vehicles because a poorly mounted module can overheat and cause a fire.
Certain 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles may have a missing weld in the child seat tether anchorage system. This could allow the tether to separate during a crash, increasing the risk of child injury.
Audi is recalling 2013-2017 A8, S6, S7, S8, and RS7 vehicles because a blocked turbocharger oil strainer can cause engine failure and increase crash risk.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022 and 2021 vehicles because rear suspension knuckles may corrode, crack, and break, potentially causing loss of stability and increasing crash risk.
Bentley Motors is recalling certain 2020-2022 Continental GT and Flying Spur vehicles due to incorrectly installed front seat belt assemblies that may lack an automatic locking retractor, potentially failing to secure child restraints properly in a crash.
Alliance RV is recalling certain 2022 Valor, Paradigm, and Avenue travel trailers due to faulty power inlet bolts that can cause loose wiring and electrical fire risk. Dealers will replace the power inlet free of charge.
Arcimoto Inc. is recalling certain 2019-2022 motorcycles because the brake pressure switch may corrode when exposed to salt and de-icer chemicals. Corroded switches cause brake lights to illuminate constantly, confusing other drivers and increasing crash risk.
Marion Body Works is recalling one 2018 International SR525 emergency vehicle because the engine may overcome the parking brake, increasing crash risk.
Hi-Tech E.V.S. is recalling 2020 Spartan MetroStar and 2021 Spartan Gladiator emergency vehicles because LCD displays may lock up, potentially delaying emergency efforts.
LeMans is recalling specific replacement laced motorcycle rear wheels because incorrect welding may cause spokes to break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Heartland is recalling certain 2022 Trail Runner, Prowler, and Lithium travel trailers with defective power inlet bolts that may loosen, creating an electrical fire hazard. Dealers will inspect and replace the inlet free of charge.