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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.
Kia is recalling 2015-2016 Soul EVs because the parking mechanism may be damaged if the driver shifts to Park before the vehicle stops, potentially causing unintended movement.
Jayco is recalling 2017 North Point fifth wheel trailers because leaf springs may fail to support loads, risking tire damage and loss of control.
Forest River is recalling 2016 Amera-Lite Cargo Van trailers because insufficient drawbar steel thickness may cause fractures, leading to loss of control or detachment.
Hino is recalling 2021 NJ8A heavy trucks because incorrect software may cause the anti-lock braking system to deactivate, increasing crash risk.
Porsche is recalling 2020 911 Carrera 4S Coupe vehicles because the front axle differential bracket may not be tightened correctly, potentially causing damage to surrounding components and increasing fire risk.
Forest River is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vengeance trailers because the fifth-wheel landing legs are not properly spaced, potentially allowing the fifth wheel to slip and puncture the trailer floor, increasing injury risk.
Volvo is recalling certain 2018–2021 VNL and VNR buses with incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating labels on rear drive axles. Overloading could cause wheel hub failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Volvo is recalling specific 2007-2020 models because a front seat belt cable may fatigue and fail to secure occupants during a crash.
Bridgestone is recalling specific V-Steel tires for mobile cranes because they lack required DOT and safety markings, potentially leading to unsafe operating conditions.
BMW is recalling 2020-2021 7 Series vehicles because the rear middle child seat tether anchor may be inaccessible, increasing injury risk in crashes.
Forest River is recalling 2021 Palomino Columbus recreational trailers because improperly located furnace vents may allow exhaust fumes to enter the trailer, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Forest River is recalling 2020-2021 Rockwood trailers with incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating information on their Federal Placards. This could allow operators to unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing crash risk.
Forest River is recalling the 2021 Cherokee Wolf Pack toyhauler because the propane line may be routed around sharp edges, which can cause a leak and fire risk. Owners should contact Forest River at 1-260-499-2100 for a free repair.
Chrysler is recalling 2020 Ram 1500 pickups and Promaster vans because a side curtain airbag diffuser may detach, preventing proper inflation in a crash.
FCA US LLC is recalling specific MOPAR steering drag link assemblies for Heavy Duty Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks because a jam nut may loosen, risking loss of steering control.
Tenneco is recalling Clevite-Pullman rear suspension lower control rods installed in Gillig Low Floor buses because the design makes them susceptible to failure over time.
Triple E is recalling 2020 Wonder W24MB, W24RTB, and W24FTB motorhomes because an improperly tightened electrical connection may short circuit and cause a fire.
Forest River is recalling 2020 Palomino Real-Lite campers because window glass may detach from the frame, posing a projectile hazard.
Toyota is recalling 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles because excessive voltage in the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, increasing crash risk.
Brake Parts Inc. is recalling aftermarket brake master cylinders for specific Volkswagen models because the piston may pop out, risking a complete loss of braking.
Toyota is recalling 2019-2020 RAV4 and 2020 RAV4 Hybrid vehicles because water may enter the steering gear box, causing a loss of electric power steering assist.
Vac-Tron is recalling 100 units of 2020 vacuum excavator trailers because they may be missing rear and rear-side reflex reflectors, which reduces visibility and increases crash risk.
Volkswagen is recalling two 2018 Golf GTI vehicles because the VIN on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual vehicle VIN, potentially preventing owners from identifying safety recalls.
Ford is recalling 2020 F-250, F-350, and F-550 Super-Duty diesel pickups because a brittle transmission part may fracture, causing engine stalls or increased braking effort.
Newell is recalling 2020-2021 P50 motor coaches because a decorative cover may become lodged under the brake pedal, potentially impacting the ability to stop.