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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.
ATC is recalling certain 2007-2012 car hauler trailers because the extended hitch frames may break, increasing the risk of loss of control and injury.
Wilson Trailer is recalling certain 2011 grain trailers because a defect in the automatic slack adjusters could cause them to crack, leading to a loss of braking and a potential crash.
Masterlock is recalling specific aftermarket tri-ball mounts because the hitch ball weld may fail, potentially causing the towed vehicle to separate and increasing crash risk.
Daimler Trucks is recalling 1,825 Thomas Built school buses because a faulty exhaust clamp bolt can fracture, causing hot gases to vent and potentially start a fire.
Micro Bird is recalling 2010-2011 G5 and MB II school buses because seat cushions may not latch properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Silver Eagle is recalling 2010-2011 Hawk, Tandem, and Falcon dollies because defective brake slack adjusters may crack, causing loss of braking and potential crashes.
Vactor is recalling 2010-2011 Jetter-F and Jetter-V sewer cleaners because a safety interlock was incorrectly wired, allowing the vehicle to move while the operator is outside.
Daimler Trucks is recalling specific 2004-2008 heavy trucks because plastic fuel lines may leak diesel, creating a fire hazard.
Daimler Trucks is recalling 6,225 model year 2011-2012 trucks equipped with Cummins diesel engines because a faulty clamp bolt can fracture, causing exhaust leaks and fire.
BMW is recalling 2011 328i and 335i xDrive vehicles because front driveshaft bolts may not be tightened correctly, risking power loss and breakdown.
Hyundai is recalling 2007-2008 Santa Fe and Veracruz vehicles because the driver's air bag may fail to deploy in a crash due to a damaged clock spring.
Honda is recalling 2009-2011 Pilot vehicles because incomplete stitching may cause the front seatbelt to detach, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Kovatch Mobile Equipment is recalling certain 2010-2011 fire trucks due to a defective exhaust clamp that may fracture, creating a fire hazard.
Daimler Trucks is recalling 2006-2012 Freightliner and Sterling vehicles because the Electronic Stability Control system may incorrectly apply brakes, increasing crash risk.
Volkswagen is recalling certain stainless steel exhaust tips for 2011-2012 Jetta sedans because they may extend beyond factory length, posing a burn hazard if they contact a person's leg.
Wheeled Coach is recalling 2004-2010 E-350 diesel ambulances because battery terminal corrosion may cause siren and light failures, increasing crash risk.
Subaru is recalling 2011 Legacy and Outback vehicles because the moonroof glass may detach while driving, creating a road hazard.
Honda is recalling 2006 CR-V vehicles because the driver-side power window switch may fail or melt, potentially causing smoke or fire.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2011-2012 Jetta sedans because an extended exhaust tip may cause burns if it contacts a person's leg.
Honda is recalling 2011 CR-Z vehicles with manual transmissions because a software defect may cause the car to move unexpectedly, increasing crash risk.
Kia is recalling 2007-2008 Sorento vehicles because the front passenger air bag may be improperly turned off for adult passengers, increasing injury risk in collisions.
Subaru is recalling certain Impreza, Forester, and Saab 9-2X vehicles because front lower control arms may break due to corrosion, increasing crash risk.
CleanFuel USA is recalling propane fuel system hoses and connectors installed on certain Blue Bird Vision school buses due to a risk of hose separation and engine stall.
VMI is recalling 80 wheelchair-accessible 2011 Honda Odyssey Northstar and Summit minivans because faulty fuel lines may not dissipate static electricity, posing a fire risk.
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2011-2012 VNL and VNM trucks because the fifth wheel lock may not fully engage, potentially allowing a trailer to detach.