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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.
Navistar is recalling 2013 International ProStar trucks because improperly heat-treated tow hooks may break during recovery, increasing crash risk.
Gillig is recalling 657 model year 2010 Low Floor transit buses because emergency egress window handles may break, potentially trapping passengers.
Volvo is recalling 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks because the seat belt d-ring weld may be insufficient, potentially failing to restrain occupants in a crash.
Toyota is recalling specific TRD brake kits for 2007-2012 FJ Cruisers because the brake tube may be damaged by wheel weights, causing fluid leaks and increased stopping distances.
Navistar is recalling 2013 International LoneStar, ProStar, and WorkStar trucks because the steering wheel may not be fully welded to its hub, risking loss of vehicle control.
BMW is recalling 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles because a software issue may cause doors to open unexpectedly while driving, posing a risk of occupant ejection or injury.
BMW is recalling certain 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles because the transmission may shift to Neutral instead of Park, creating a rollaway risk.
New Flyer is recalling 2010 GE35LFR and GE40LFR transit buses because emergency egress window handles may break before releasing the latch, potentially trapping passengers.
Jayco is recalling 2013 Eagle Premier Fifth Wheel trailers because incorrect cargo capacity labels may lead to overloading and tire failure.
Honda is recalling 264 model year 2012 CR-V LX vehicles manufactured in late August 2012 because the safety certification labels contain incorrect weight and tire specifications.
Kenworth is recalling 2012-2013 T270 and T370 trucks because air brake lines may be pinched, causing leaks and reduced braking.
Van Hool is recalling 138 motorcoaches because missing ground cables on the alternator may cause overheating and a potential vehicle fire.
Thermo King is recalling TriPac Auxiliary Power Units used in tractor trucks because the maintenance access panel door may dislodge and separate, creating a road hazard.
Biltwell Inc. is recalling El Fuerte motorcycle helmets manufactured in July 2012 because they fail to meet federal impact attenuation and labeling requirements.
Daytona Helmets International is recalling 796 DC1 motorcycle helmets due to improper fiberglass construction that fails federal safety standards.
Nissan is recalling 13,919 Altima vehicles because suspension and steering bolts may not be torqued correctly, risking vehicle control loss.
Toyota is recalling approximately 2.5 million vehicles from 2007-2009 because power window switches may overheat and cause a fire.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2013 GLK350 vehicles because parking lamp circuit voltage exceeds limits, potentially causing glare to oncoming drivers and increasing crash risk.
Maserati is recalling 485 model year 2012 Quattroporte and Granturismo vehicles because a software error may prevent the tire pressure monitoring system from warning drivers of low tire pressure.
GE is recalling Midwest brand 30A receptacles for RVs and campgrounds due to an ineffective ground clip that may cause electrical shock.
Braun is recalling 2012 Entervans with specific aftermarket seat covers that may be installed on the wrong seats, potentially preventing side airbag deployment.
Thermo King is recalling TK486 series diesel engines used in cargo trailer climate control units and generator sets because a fuel delivery valve may crack and leak diesel fuel.
Chem-Pak is recalling certain Shield Fire Protection aftermarket fire extinguishers because they may be over-pressurized and can rupture if dropped.
PACCAR is recalling 2012-2013 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because fog lamps and daytime running lights may remain on with high beams, increasing crash risk.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2012 E350 and E550 Coupes because improper stitching on the right side window curtain air bag may cause it to deflate quickly, increasing injury risk.