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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 1,298 2013 International Durastar trucks because windshield and backlight glass may separate from the cab, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Delta is recalling two 2011 flatbed trailer models because a defective brake actuator pump may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2008-2011 Outlaw and Avanti motorhomes because brake calipers may overheat after long periods of non-driving, reducing performance.
TBC Corporation is recalling specific Sigma Stampede Radial SUV tires due to contaminated rubber that may cause tread separation and loss of vehicle control.
Coach and Equipment is recalling certain 2006-2010 transit buses equipped with specific wheelchair lifts due to a roll stop latch defect that could cause injury.
Spartan Chassis is recalling 2010-2012 Gladiator emergency rescue chassis due to a defect that may cause the cooling fan assembly to separate, posing a risk of personal injury.
TIFFIN is recalling 2006-2010 Allegro and Allegro Bay motorhomes because hydraulic brake calipers may grow, causing drag and reduced performance.
Blue Bird is recalling 13 model year 2013 All American school buses because a brake valve plunger may fracture, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.
Winnebago is recalling certain 2009-2012 motorhomes because brake caliper pistons may grow, causing brake drag and reduced performance.
Neck Over is recalling three 2012 trailers because a brake actuator pump may fail, potentially causing loss of braking power and increasing crash risk.
Vision Wheels is recalling certain Warrior model aftermarket wheels because insufficient hub bore machining may cause the wheel to fall off during driving.
Webasto is recalling certain sunroofs installed by J & R Upholstery Shoppe because the glass may separate from the frame, creating a road hazard.
Ducati is recalling 375 model year 2012 Panigale motorcycles because an incorrect screw may allow the rear suspension linkage to detach, increasing crash risk.
Dorman is recalling specific service replacement control arms because the ball studs may fracture, potentially causing impaired steering and vehicle crashes.
BMW is recalling 2012-2013 X5 and 2013 X6 vehicles because a steering gear defect may cause power steering fluid to leak onto hot exhaust parts, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Startrans is recalling one 2011 Senator bus because a roof hatch may be difficult to open in an emergency, potentially hindering egress.
Forest River is recalling 2012-2013 Shasta Revere SHT27BH recreational vehicles because incorrect weight labels may lead to overloading and tire or axle failure.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 217 model year 2013 trucks and buses because a machining error in the front axle knuckles may cause premature spindle failure and loss of vehicle control.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2007-2009 E350 4Matic Wagons because a rear suspension connecting rod may fail, potentially reducing vehicle control and increasing crash risk.
Bendix is recalling certain brake valves, treadle assemblies, and plunger kits because the plunger may fracture, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.
Eldorado is recalling 2009-2010 Passport, MST II, and XHF transit buses because wheelchair lift roll stop latches may bend, risking occupant falls.
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. is recalling specific Discoverer, Mastercraft, and other brand tires due to contaminated rubber that may cause tread separation.
Vermeer is recalling 2007-2012 BC1500 trailers because a main frame section may have been incorrectly welded, risking frame failure.
Starcraft Bus is recalling 2011-2012 Starlite shuttle buses because roof hatches may fail to meet federal emergency exit standards, potentially hindering egress.
Blue Bird is recalling 2012-2013 Vision and All American school buses because roof hatches may not open easily in an emergency.