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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.
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2014 Trikes because a machined part may cause brake fluid loss or steering damage, increasing crash risk.
A-Z Bus Sales is recalling 2005-2013 Blue Bird A3RE and D3RE school buses to fix a pinch point hazard in C.E. White flip seats.
Chrysler is recalling 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles because loose wires and software issues may cause the anti-lock braking and stability control systems to fail.
Big Tex is recalling 2013-2014 utility trailers because vibrations may cause ramp gate latches to fail, increasing crash risk.
Ford is recalling 23,000 vehicles because the door chime does not sound when the driver's door is opened while the vehicle is on, increasing theft risk.
Lamborghini is recalling 2007-2009 Gallardo models because brake rotor screws may fail in salty conditions, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.
Lamborghini is recalling 2006-2010 Murcielago vehicles because brake rotor screws may fail in salty conditions, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.
Spartan Motors is recalling 2011-2014 school bus chassis because an insufficiently tightened steering wheel nut may cause loss of vehicle control.
Emmett Door is recalling 4,231 RV doors equipped with Fastec locks where the key can jam the deadbolt, potentially trapping occupants inside the vehicle.
Aluminum Trailer Company is recalling 2008-2013 Quest, RSX, and Raven trailers because a door lock defect may jam the deadbolt, trapping occupants inside.
Charmac Trailers is recalling 2006-2007 Horse, Cargo, and Sports Trailers because a door lock defect could jam the deadbolt, potentially trapping occupants inside.
Daimler Buses North America is recalling 2003-2008 Orion V and 2002-2010 Orion VII buses because electrical components may conduct electricity and cause a fire.
Stealth Enterprises is recalling 2009-2014 cargo trailers because a door lock defect may jam the deadbolt, potentially trapping occupants inside.
Dressen is recalling 2006-2013 Dakota Cargo and Competitor trailers because a door lock defect could jam the deadbolt, trapping occupants inside.
BMW is recalling specific 2012-2014 models because insufficient lubrication in the brake vacuum pump may reduce braking power, increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2013-2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles due to insufficient welds on the front fuel tank strap bracket, which may separate and cause a fuel leak or fire.
Altec is recalling 1,145 aerial devices mounted on Ford Super Duty chassis due to an oil leak that could ignite the exhaust thermal blanket.
Nissan is recalling 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45 vehicles because the accelerator pedal sensor may fail, causing the engine to stall and increasing crash risk.
Prevost is recalling specific model year 2005-2014 buses because the certification plate lists incorrect tire inflation pressures, which may lead to overinflation and increased crash risk.
Eagan Manufacturing is recalling 2006-2013 trailer doors with Fastec locks that may jam, potentially trapping occupants inside.
Nissan is recalling 2,310 2014 Pathfinders because a manufacturing error may prevent the passenger air bag from deploying properly in a crash.
American Hauler is recalling 2006-2010 cargo trailers equipped with a specific door lock option that may jam, potentially trapping occupants inside.
Toyota is recalling 2004-2005 and 2007-2009 Sienna minivans because the shift lever may move out of Park without the brake pedal being depressed, increasing crash risk.
Volvo Bus is recalling 2013 9700 coach buses because a manufacturing error may cause the parking brake to fail to fully apply, increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2013-2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes because the air bag warning label on the sun visor may peel off, potentially leaving occupants unaware of air bag risks.