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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.
Spartan Chassis is recalling certain 2007-2012 emergency vehicles because the Electronic Stability Control module may activate unnecessarily, increasing crash risk.
Daimler Trucks is recalling certain 2005-2011 Freightliner trucks because a corroded steering bearing may cause unexpected turning, increasing crash risk.
Great Lakes is recalling 226 model year 2002-2007 trailers because the installed air brake device lacks required anti-lock features and warning lights, increasing crash risk.
American Lafrance is recalling certain 2010-2011 Eagle fire trucks because the electronic stability control system may activate unnecessarily, increasing crash risk.
Spectral Industries is recalling vertical emergency exit windows for Blue Bird and Thomas Built school buses due to incorrect rivets that may cause handles to detach.
Ferrara is recalling 2009-2011 Inferno and Igniter fire apparatus due to a defect in the Electronic Stability Control module that may cause unnecessary braking.
Jayco is recalling 2010-2011 Greyhawk Class C motor homes due to an improper electrical connection that could cause overheating, melting, and a fire.
Jayco is recalling 2007-2008 Jay Feather LGT travel trailers because tires may contact the wheel well, increasing crash risk.
Curt Manufacturing is recalling aftermarket towing wiring harnesses for 2009-2011 Kia Sorento and Hyundai Veracruz vehicles because moisture can cause the module to overheat and potentially start a fire.
Curt Manufacturing is recalling aftermarket towing wiring harnesses for 2009-2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles because moisture can cause the module to overheat and potentially result in a fire.
Altec Industries is recalling 2010 AH75, AH85, and AH100 aerial devices because a platform leveling system failure could cause unintended movement, increasing the risk of death or serious injury.
Cruiser RV is recalling 2011 Shadow Cruiser and Viewfinder vehicles because incorrect Federal ID and GVWR labels could lead to improper loading and increased crash risk.
Transcraft is recalling 2010-2011 Platform semi-trailers because defective automatic slack adjusters may crack, causing loss of braking and potential crashes.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2011 E, R, ML, and GL-Class and 2012 S-Class vehicles because the diesel fuel filter may leak, potentially causing a crash.
General Motors is recalling 2011-2012 Chevrolet Corvette coupes because the rear hatch hinges may not meet federal safety standards, posing an injury risk in a crash.
Volkswagen is recalling 2009-2012 Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3 vehicles because a fuel injector line may crack and leak, posing a fire risk.
Meritor Wabco is recalling Electronic Stability Control (ESC) modules shipped to North American vehicle manufacturers between August 2005 and September 2011. The defect may cause unintended braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2011-2012 S-Class vehicles because the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to warn drivers if sensors malfunction, increasing crash risk.
Startrans is recalling 2007-2011 MFSAB school activity buses because they lack required rearview mirror decals, which may increase crash risk.
Airstream is recalling certain 2011-2012 International recreational vehicles because they have incorrect tire information labels, which could lead to property damage if the wrong tires are installed.
Chrysler is recalling 2012 Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines because debris may cause connecting rod bearing failure, potentially leading to engine seizure and increased crash risk.
Techworks is recalling one 2000 Overland Ospry recreational vehicle because its Norcold refrigerator may fail to shut off power during high temperatures, posing a fire hazard.
Open Range is recalling 2010-2011 Journeyer recreational vehicles because a cut frame cross member can cause stress cracks, leading to dangerous swaying and rollover.
Yamaha is recalling 2,234 V-Max motorcycles because high oil pressure can cause the pump to fail, leading to engine stalling and crash risk.
Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling 2011 Allegro Bus and Phaeton recreational vehicles due to a defect in the exhaust system clamp that could cause a fire or road hazard.