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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.
Nissan is recalling 2012 Versa vehicles with automatic transmissions because the shifter may move out of park without the brake being pressed, increasing crash risk.
Toyota is recalling certain 2011 RAV4 vehicles because incorrect propellant in the side airbag inflators may prevent deployment during a crash.
PACCAR is recalling 2012-2013 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because Bendix anti-lock traction relay valves may leak in cold weather, causing continuous brake application.
DRV is recalling certain 2008 and 2010-2011 Mobile, Select, and Elite Suite recreational vehicles because paint on the wheel hub may cause the wheel to come loose.
Kovatch Mobile Equipment is recalling 2003-2011 Aerialcat fire trucks because the ladder may move unexpectedly, increasing injury risk.
Bendix is recalling ATR-6 traction relay valves installed in commercial vehicles due to a design defect that may cause unintended brake application in cold weather.
Genie is recalling TZ-34 and TZ-50 trailer-mounted aerial work platforms because a motor controller failure can cause a fire.
HME is recalling two 2011 1871 fire trucks because a T-bolt in the exhaust system can fracture, creating a risk of fire or road hazards.
Britax is recalling certain Chaperone infant child restraint systems because the harness adjuster can detach, increasing the risk of injury or death in a crash.
Honda is recalling 2011-2012 Ridgeline vehicles because the spare tire may not match the vehicle's tire information placard, potentially leading to improper inflation.
Maserati is recalling 2008-2010 Granturismo vehicles because faulty rear lamp assemblies may fail, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
Crossroads RV is recalling 2012 Elevation and Rushmore recreational vehicles because incorrect wheel center caps may cause wheels to come off, increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling specific 2012 X5 xDrive35i vehicles because the transmission parking lock may fail to engage, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll away.
Toyo Tire is recalling specific Extensa A/S tires produced in 2009-2010 due to a potential bead kink that could lead to tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Mack Trucks is recalling 8,333 model year 2002-2005 LE and MR heavy trucks because the front axle beam may crack and fracture, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.
Mazda is recalling 2001-2002 Tribute vehicles because a leaking brake fluid reservoir cap could contact ABS wiring, potentially causing a fire.
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company is recalling 2011-2012 VS1DC and VS2DX dry vans because battery box mounting plates may be incorrect or misoriented, increasing crash risk.
Morgan Olson is recalling 2009-2011 walk-in vans with sliding front doors that lack required primary door latch or warning systems, increasing crash injury risk.
Navistar is recalling certain 2005-2011 International and IC buses because a rear brake line may be pinched, causing brakes to drag and potentially leading to fire or injury.
Kia is recalling 2006-2008 Optima and 2007-2008 Rondo vehicles because the driver's air bag may not deploy in a crash due to a damaged clock spring.
Tracker Marine is recalling 230 Trailstar Z8 and Z9 trailers because brake caliper pins were not tightened correctly, which could cause loss of brake function.
Glaval is recalling certain 2006-2007 transit buses due to a loose fuse in the air conditioner that could cause arcing and a vehicle fire.
Thor is recalling 2012 Dutchmen Voltage and Rubicon trailers because wheels may not be fully seated on the hub, posing a crash risk.
Ford is recalling certain 2011 F-650 trucks because improperly tightened steering arm bolts may loosen, increasing crash risk.
TEMSA is recalling 2011-2012 TS35 buses because the ABS malfunction warning light does not illuminate during a check, potentially leaving drivers unaware of brake system issues.