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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 2020 Explorers with 2.3L engines because an incomplete weld on the fuel tank inlet check valve could cause a fuel leak and fire during a crash.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2019-2020 right-hand drive Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles because brake line fittings may be incorrectly installed, risking fluid leaks and reduced braking performance.
Weldon is recalling i4G Vivtech control panels because an electrical defect may cause the display to stop working, potentially delaying emergency services.
Forest River and Coachmen recreational vehicles with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves may experience gas leaks from overtightened saddle valve bolts, creating a fire hazard. Owners should contact dealers for a free remedy kit.
Rosenbauer America is recalling 2018-2020 Aerial vehicles because the power take-off may disengage, causing the aerial device to become inoperable.
Isuzu and Chevrolet are recalling 2020 NPR-HD and 4500 Crew Cab trucks because a chafing wire harness or hose could cause a short circuit, engine stall, or fire.
Kawasaki is recalling 84 2021 Ninja ZX-14R motorcycles because a missing component in the front brake master cylinder may cause inconsistent braking force, increasing crash risk.
Isuzu and Chevrolet are recalling 2020 NPR-HD and 4500 trucks because a battery cable may overheat near the exhaust, posing a fire risk.
Volkswagen is recalling 10,835 2018 Tiguan LWB vehicles because front seat belt webbing may tear in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Triple E is recalling 2018-2021 Unity and Serenity motorhomes because a shifting water tank bracket can chafe the wire harness, causing tail lights to fail and increasing crash risk.
JDM Astar is recalling specific T1 replacement headlight bulbs because their excessive light output may blind oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Honda is recalling 2021 Pilot vehicles with certain Continental tires that may be over-cured, potentially causing sidewall breaks or belt separation leading to loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace affected tires free of charge.
Ford is recalling certain 2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles due to improperly manufactured steering knuckles that may fracture, reducing steering control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace affected knuckles free of charge.
Newmar motorhomes equipped with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves may have an overtightened saddle valve bolt that damages the seal, causing a gas leak and increasing fire risk. Owners should contact Newmar for a free remedy.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2021 Four Winds motorhomes with Dometic stoves due to a potential gas leak that could increase fire risk. The stove's saddle valve bolt may be overtightened, damaging the seal.
FCA US LLC is recalling 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles because rear brake discs may fracture, potentially reducing braking performance and increasing crash risk.
Keystone is recalling 2019–2021 Outback recreational trailers for inadequate frame rail support that may cause buckling and crash risk. Owners should contact 1-866-425-4369 for the free frame reinforcement repair.
Lamborghini is recalling 2,831 2019-2020 Urus vehicles because high engine temperatures may damage the fuel line connector, causing a leak and increasing fire risk.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and related models because the rear view camera may malfunction during startup, showing a black screen or frozen image, reducing visibility when reversing and increasing crash risk.
Denso is recalling fuel pumps where an impeller may crack and deform, causing the pump to fail. This failure can cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla is recalling 2020 Model Y vehicles because front upper control arm bolts may not be properly tightened, increasing crash risk.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2020-2021 motorhomes. A faulty Battery Isolation Manager/Relay allows water into the engine compartment, creating electrical arcing and fire risk. Owners should contact TMC at 1-877-855-2867.
Altec is recalling 2006-2020 AH150 and AH125 aerial devices because an incorrect counterbalance valve may cause the boom to lower unexpectedly, increasing injury risk.
Tesla is recalling 2016 Model X vehicles because roof trim may separate while driving, creating a road hazard.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles with damaged steering knuckles that may fail during operation. A failed steering knuckle can cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk.