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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.
NABI is recalling 39 model year 2012 31LFW city transit buses because the steering column support bracket may not be properly welded, potentially causing steering failure.
Chrysler is recalling 2014 Dodge Durango, Jeep Cherokee, and Grand Cherokee vehicles because the adaptive cruise control system may cause unintended continued acceleration after the driver releases the pedal.
Ameritrail is recalling specific 2011 Ranch King trailers because a defective hydraulic pump component may cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tactical Vehicle Outfitters is recalling modified 2010-2014 Ford F-350 and F-550 trucks because oil leaks from the PTO pressure switch may ignite the exhaust thermal blanket.
Van Hool is recalling 2014-2015 TX40 and TX45 motorcoaches because the driver seat belt may not be properly secured, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Jaguar is recalling 2013-2014 XF vehicles because the rear brake pipe may wear and leak fluid, increasing crash risk.
Roush CleanTech is recalling propane fuel system conversion kits for Ford vans due to a potential leak at the fuel line fitting that could cause a fire.
Jaguar is recalling 2013 XJ vehicles because generic software in the Restraints Control Module may prevent the airbag system from operating correctly, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Kia is recalling 2014 Cadenza vehicles with 19-inch non-chrome aluminum wheels because they may fracture from impacts, increasing crash risk.
Ford is recalling all-weather driver-side floor mats for 2006-2011 Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles because they may shift and interfere with the accelerator pedal.
Ford is recalling 2011-2013 Explorers because an intermittent connection in the electric power steering gear can cause a loss of power steering assist, increasing crash risk.
Terex is recalling 2006-2014 TLM series aerial devices installed on Ford F550 vehicles due to a potential frame crack that could cause loss of control.
Mazda is recalling 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles because a steering sensor may fail, causing the electric power steering assist to disengage.
PACCAR is recalling 2010-2015 Peterbilt trucks because a blown fuse can disable the side air bag without triggering a warning light, increasing injury risk.
Ford is recalling 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles in 21 states and D.C. because corrosion in the license plate lamp assembly may cause a short circuit and fire.
Ford is recalling 2008-2011 Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles because the steering torque sensor may fail, causing loss of power steering assist.
Champion Bus is recalling 2014 Defender shuttle buses because transmission software may cause unintended acceleration, increasing crash risk.
Champion Bus is recalling 2014 Defender shuttle buses because seat belt buckles may fail to release, hindering emergency egress.
Mitsubishi is recalling 2014 Lancer Evolution and Ralliart vehicles because insufficient clearance between the power steering tube and crossmember brace may cause fluid leaks, increasing crash and fire risks.
Lotus is recalling 860 Elise, Exige, and Evora vehicles because the oil cooler hose may detach, posing fire and crash risks.
Mobility Specialists is recalling 2007-2008 Ford E-150 vans with wheelchair lifts where latches may fail, risking occupant falls.
Van Hool is recalling 2004, 2006, and 2013 C2045 coaches because a battery equalizer component may conduct electricity when heated, increasing fire risk.
Starcraft is recalling 49 model year 2014 trailers because brittle frame spring hangers may fracture, potentially causing loss of control and increasing crash risk.
Suzuki is recalling 103 model year 2014 DL650A V-Strom motorcycles because a drive chain link may not have been riveted, which could cause the chain to come off and increase crash risk.
Toyota is recalling 2013 Lexus GS 350 vehicles because a brake pedal switch may fail, causing the vehicle to brake without driver input and increasing crash risk.