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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.
Polar Tank is recalling 2018 SRJ7 trailers because brake caliper bolts may not be properly torqued, risking caliper detachment and loss of braking ability.
YSN Imports is recalling Flame King RV outdoor cooktop stoves because an internal cover can burn if the flame inverts, increasing the risk of a fire.
Bearing Technologies is recalling Duralast Wheel Spindles for 2007-2010 Ford Edge vehicles because oversized studs may prevent correct wheel installation, increasing crash risk.
Trail King is recalling 2013-2018 Flatbed Trailers because incorrectly installed axles may reduce electric braking ability, increasing crash risk.
Chrysler is recalling 2015-2017 RAM ProMaster City vehicles because the tire placard contains incorrect weight, occupant, and pressure data, which may increase crash risk.
C&M is recalling 2015-2016 cargo trailers over 80 inches wide because side marker lamps are mounted too high, failing federal safety standards.
Keystone RV Company is recalling 2008-2009 Raptor recreational vehicles because a faulty transfer switch may fail under high heat and load, increasing the risk of fire.
Ford is recalling 2015 F-650 and F-750 trucks because a steering component may loosen, potentially causing a loss of steering control.
Ford is recalling 2018 F-150 Raptor Super Cab trucks without moonroofs because missing roof rivets may reduce structural integrity, increasing injury risk in rollovers.
Ford is recalling 2017 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks because the front passenger seat belt anchor may not be adequately welded, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles because a missing driveshaft catch strap could allow the driveshaft to strike the fuel tank, creating a fire risk.
PACCAR is recalling 2016 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks because a steering component may loosen, potentially causing a complete loss of steering and increasing crash risk.
Forest River is recalling 2014 Starcraft Bus Prodigy school buses because inconsistent roof adhesive may cause panels to separate in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Jayco is recalling 2016-2017 Greyhawk motorhomes because the liquid propane line can be damaged by the exhaust pipe, drive shaft, or kinking, increasing the risk of fire.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans because improperly welded steering pins may cause power assist to fail, increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling 2014-2016 F800 GT and 2015-2016 F800 R motorcycles because rear side reflectors may be obscured, increasing crash risk.
Forest River is recalling 2017-2018 Glaval transit buses because seat mounting washers may crack and dislodge, increasing injury risk during sudden stops or crashes.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2013-2018 Western Star 4700 trucks because a battery cable may contact the axle yoke, posing a fire risk.
Kia is recalling 2017 Sorento vehicles with 3.3L engines because the crankshaft may fail, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and C2 school buses because a reinforcement bracket may be missing from seats with 3-point seat belts.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and C2 models because a missing reinforcement bracket may compromise seat security during a crash.
Navistar is recalling 2016 International and IC Bus vehicles because a steering axle nut may not be properly torqued, risking loss of steering.
Hyundai is recalling 2018 Santa Fe Sport vehicles because improperly manufactured front coil springs may fracture, potentially puncturing tires and causing loss of control.
Navistar is recalling 2018-2019 IC Bus CE school buses because the hydraulic brake hose may contact the tire, potentially causing fluid leaks and reduced braking performance.
Hyundai is recalling 2017 Santa Fe vehicles with 3.3L engines because crankshaft surface irregularities may cause engine bearing wear and vehicle stalling.