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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.
Newmar is recalling 153 model year 2014-2015 motor homes because wiper blades may separate from the arms, reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2014-2015 X5 vehicles because the Head Protection System air bag may not be securely connected to the inflator, increasing injury risk in a crash.
General Motors is recalling 2015 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax vehicles because steering column wear may cause sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing crash risk.
Toyota is recalling 2,497 RAV4 EV vehicles because a software issue may cause the electric motor to shift to neutral, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Toyota is recalling specific 2014-2015 Camry, Highlander, and RAV4 vehicles because a manufacturing defect in the electric power steering system may cause it to fail, increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2011-2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles because the engine may start automatically if the electrical system is left on, posing a carbon monoxide risk in enclosed spaces.
BMW is recalling 2015 428i and 435i Convertibles because a programming error may cause the driver's front air bag to deploy at the wrong time, increasing injury risk in a crash.
BMW is recalling specific 2005-2011 motorcycles because the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if bolts are over-tightened, potentially causing the wheel to detach.
Bendix is recalling specific TR-3 Inversion Air Brake Valves because incorrect dimensions may cause brakes to drag and overheat, increasing the risk of a wheel end fire.
Mack is recalling 2012-2015 Pinnacle trucks because the fifth wheel latch switch may be pushed accidentally, causing the trailer to disconnect.
Indian Motorcycle is recalling 2015 Scout models because a rear brake master cylinder defect may cause reduced or lost braking power, increasing crash risk.
Kalmar is recalling 311 model year 2014-2015 Ottawa T2 terminal tractors because a battery cable may detach, causing the engine harness to melt and increasing the risk of a fire.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2015 C300 and C400 vehicles because the fuel delivery module may be improperly secured or have pinched wires, increasing the risk of fire or stalling.
Meritor is recalling specific MT-40-14X rear drive train axles because low lubricant levels may cause bearing failure and increase crash risk.
Blue Bird is recalling 2013-2016 All American and Vision school buses because incorrect fasteners may cause seat belts to be improperly anchored, increasing injury risk in crashes.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain CLS 400, 550, and 63 models because LED tail lights may not illuminate on the sides, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.
Toyota is recalling 2012-2015 Yaris vehicles sold in Puerto Rico because the roof headliner may not provide proper occupant protection in a crash.
Winnebago is recalling 2015 ERA, View, and Itasca Navion vehicles because an incorrectly installed door component may make doors harder to open after a crash.
Harbor Freight is recalling specific Haul Master trailer light kits because they may fail to meet federal safety standards, potentially reducing trailer visibility to other drivers.
Forest River is recalling 2015 XLR Nitro XLT31FQSL recreational vehicles because the fueling station hose may be too close to a fuel-burning appliance, increasing fire risk.
Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling 2014 Breeze motorhomes because a steering knuckle may fracture, potentially causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk.
Haldex is recalling specific air brake actuators where an internal defect may cause brake drag and overheating, increasing the risk of fire.
Forest River is recalling one 2015 XLR Hyperlite trailer because fuel vapors may ignite near a fuel-burning appliance. The unit is being repaired at the dealership before delivery.
PACCAR is recalling 2006-2016 Peterbilt trucks because tire labels may list incorrect pressure, risking tire failure and crashes.
Multiprens is recalling STK-100 triangle kits manufactured between October 2011 and July 2014 because they fail to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 125.