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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.
Suzuki is recalling 2010 Equator pickup trucks because front suspension welds may be weak, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.
Kenworth is recalling 2009-2011 C500 trucks because the brake chamber can contact the rear hood support, potentially causing loss of braking function.
UFI Filters USA is recalling Purolator aftermarket fuel filters with defective quick connectors that may cause fuel leaks, fires, or loss of vehicle control.
Spartan Chassis is recalling certain 2006-2009 fire apparatus chassis because front suspension brackets may crack or separate, potentially impairing steering.
Eaton is recalling specific medium-duty automated mechanical and hybrid transmissions because the park feature may fail to engage, allowing the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
Spartan Chassis is recalling 468 model year 2008-2010 fire apparatus and ambulance chassis because the electronic stability control system may apply brakes incorrectly, potentially causing a crash.
Nissan is recalling certain 2010 models because a welding defect in the front suspension may cause vehicle handling to deteriorate, potentially resulting in a crash.
Labrie Environmental Group is recalling certain 2008-2009 garbage trucks because the armrest may damage the seat belt, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Mobility Works is recalling 2008-2009 Ford E-Series conversion vans equipped with Ricon public use lifts due to a restraint belt defect that could allow the lift to move with an occupant on board.
Main Mobility is recalling 133 wheelchair-accessible vans due to a software defect that may cause the lift to overrun the floor level, posing a tip-over risk.
MCI is recalling 2010 motor coaches because improper torque on axle bolts could cause vibration, leading to wheel loss and a crash.
Skyline is recalling 2004-2007 Park Model Trailers because the fireplace remote control receiver can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Max-Trac Tire Co. is recalling specific Avon Cobra AV72 motorcycle tires due to a defect that may cause tread separation and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Chrysler Group is recalling 37,335 model year 2010 vehicles due to a wireless ignition node defect that may allow the key to be removed before the shifter is in park.
Chrysler is recalling 2010 Dodge Calibers because an incorrect door lock rod may prevent the right front door from latching, increasing ejection risk.
Ford is recalling certain 2010 Ranger vehicles with manual transmissions because the parking brake cable may disconnect in cold weather, potentially causing unintended vehicle movement.
PACCAR is recalling certain 2010-2011 Peterbilt trucks because the ABS malfunction indicator lamp may be illuminated at all times, failing to meet federal safety standards.
Kenworth is recalling certain 2011 T270, T370, and T800 trucks because a misassembled air governor may delay emergency brake activation.
Startrans is recalling 2009 transit buses equipped with certain Ricon wheelchair lifts due to a software defect that may cause the lift to overrun the floor level, posing a tip-over or fall risk.
Mobility Works is recalling 2008-2009 Ford and Chevrolet conversion vans equipped with certain Ricon wheelchair lifts due to a software defect that may cause the lift to overrun the floor level.
Startrans is recalling certain 2007-2010 transit buses because the wheelchair lift restraint belt may not latch securely, posing an injury risk to users.
Pierce is recalling 827 emergency vehicles from 2006-2010 because the engine may shut down unexpectedly, potentially hampering rescue operations.
Nissan is recalling 113 model year 2010 Altima vehicles because front side member assembly components may not have been welded to specification, potentially affecting crash performance.
Wildcat is recalling 2004-2009 510 and 2007-2009 510LT trailers because the tongue assembly's pintle eye lacks adequate load ratings, increasing crash risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain Detroit Diesel engines installed in heavy-duty trucks because a fuel flange may crack and leak diesel fuel, potentially causing a crash.