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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.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling specific 2016-2017 SUVs because the front passenger air bag may not deploy due to a calibration error.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2014 CLA250 vehicles because a brake booster fitting may break, increasing the force needed to apply brakes and raising crash risk.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2015-2016 models because axle bolts may not have been assembled correctly, potentially fracturing and causing vehicle instability.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling specific 2013-2016 models because a steering control unit defect may cause loss of power steering assist or a fire.
Triple E is recalling 18 model year 2017 Serenity S24CB recreational vehicles because an incorrectly connected circuit wire poses a fire risk.
KZRV is recalling 2016-2017 Durango and Venom trailers because rear cargo door hinges may have insufficient welds, causing the door to swing down with excessive force.
MORryde is recalling approximately 2,500 Zero G Ramp Door hinges manufactured between August 21, 2016, and December 12, 2016, because insufficient welds may cause the door to swing down with excessive force.
DRV Suites is recalling 2017 Full House recreational trailers because rear cargo door hinge welds may be insufficient, causing the door to swing down with excessive force.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2016-2017 Outlaw motorhomes because rear cargo door hinge welds may be inadequate, potentially causing the door to open with excessive force.
Gulf Stream is recalling 2017 B Touring Cruiser motorhomes because incorrect weight ratings on the certification label may lead to vehicle overload and axle failure.
Agility Fuel Systems is recalling specific CNG fuel systems because high-pressure hoses may corrode, potentially causing a gas leak and fire.
Yamaha is recalling 2,640 model year 2015 XC155F SMAX scooters because a speed sensor wire may break, causing the speedometer to fail and increasing crash risk.
Forest River is recalling 2016 Glaval Legacy buses because the brake transmission shift interlock may fail, allowing the vehicle to move unintentionally.
Ducati is recalling 2015-2016 Scrambler motorcycles because a side stand pivot nut can detach, potentially causing the engine to stall or allowing the bike to be ridden with the stand down.
Micro Bird is recalling 2015-2016 T-Series school buses because the wheelchair lift interlock can be deactivated, allowing the bus to be driven with the lift open or deployed.
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 2016-2017 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque vehicles because front lower control arm fasteners may fail, potentially causing the steering knuckle to separate.
Porsche is recalling 306 model year 2015 918 Spyder vehicles because front lower control arms may crack, affecting handling and increasing crash risk.
Smeal is recalling 216 aerial fire apparatus vehicles because a movable ladder access guardrail may bend or break under heavy loads, increasing injury risk.
Honda is recalling 2017 Ridgeline AWD vehicles because water may enter the rear wiring harness, causing corrosion that could unexpectedly activate the stability assist system and increase crash risk.
Polaris is recalling 2016-2017 GEM electric vehicles because a faulty drive switch may cause the vehicle to move in the opposite direction intended, increasing crash risk.
Starcraft RV is recalling 125 model year 2017 mini trailers because federal labels may list incorrect tire and rim sizes, potentially leading to unsafe replacements.
Autoliv is recalling specific seat belt and air bag initiators that may fail to deploy in a crash due to an improper chemical mix.
Heartland is recalling 2016-2017 Landmark 365 fifth wheel trailers because the spare wheel may rub against the brake line, causing wear and potential loss of braking.
Daimler Trucks is recalling 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles because a short circuit in the alternator may increase the risk of a fire.
Suzuki is recalling 2012-2016 DL650 motorcycles because a defective stator may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.