Hazard
87 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 87 electrical short circuit recalls we have scored against our rubric, 1 (1%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 34 (39%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all electrical short circuit recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
BMW is recalling 2023 X5 and X7 models with windshield bonding defects that may allow water to enter the vehicle and cause an electrical short-circuit, increasing fire risk.
BMW is recalling one 2022 745E hybrid vehicle because an improperly sized battery cell electrode may cause a short-circuit and increase the risk of fire.
Navistar is recalling 2023 International and IC Bus commercial vehicles because the engine control module may short-circuit, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly. This defect increases the risk of crashes.
Cummins is recalling specific diesel engines because the engine control module may short-circuit, causing the engine to stall and increasing crash risk.
Mercedes-Benz has recalled certain 2019–2022 AMG vehicles (CLS53, E53, GT53, and GT43 models) due to transmission wiring harness misrouting that can expose electrical connectors to corrosion, creating a fire risk.
Ventana Medical Systems has recalled 9,214 BenchMark ULTRA and DISCOVERY ULTRA instruments due to potential fluid leak that could cause electrical short circuit, smoke, and fire.
Newmar is recalling multiple 2019–2022 RV models due to unsecured wiring beneath seats that can cause electrical short circuits and fire. Owners should contact their dealer for free inspection and repair.
Subaru is recalling 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles because the engine control module may keep the ignition coil powered after shutdown, causing a short circuit and potential stall.
Hyundai is recalling 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles because the Anti-Lock Brake System module could short-circuit and cause an engine compartment fire. Owners should park outside until the ABS module fuse is replaced.
KTM is recalling 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles because an incorrectly routed rear wiring harness could cause an electrical short-circuit, leading to engine stalling and increased crash risk.
Micro Bird is recalling 2014-2021 G5 School and Transit Buses because damaged electrical wiring behind the driver's seat could cause a short circuit and fire.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2,563 AMG GLC63 vehicles because a starter cable may chafe and short-circuit, increasing the risk of a stall or fire.
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 2020 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque MHEV vehicles because an electrical short-circuit could cause a fire.
Radiometer Medical ApS is recalling two ABL800 FLEX analyzers in California due to a power supply defect that may cause treatment delays and serious health risks.
Subaru is recalling 2017-2019 Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek vehicles because a software defect may cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing crash risk.
Braun is recalling 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible vehicles because an electric solenoid may overheat, causing a fire.
Audi is recalling 2019 e-tron vehicles because a faulty seal allows moisture to enter the high-voltage battery system, increasing the risk of fire.
REV Recreation Group is recalling 2019 Fleetwood Flair and Holiday Rambler Admiral motorhomes because battery straps may cause a short circuit and fire.
Siemens is recalling Artis zee angiography systems with specific Laird cooling units due to defective seals that may allow coolant to leak into electrical parts, potentially causing sudden system shutdowns.
Siemens is recalling six AXIOM Artis angiography systems in the US due to a defective sealing that could allow coolant to leak into electrical parts.
REV is recalling 2010-2016 Road Rescue emergency vehicles due to power control modules that may cause short circuits, risking electrical damage, loss of headlights, or fire.
Ferrara is recalling 2014-2016 Igniter vehicles because certain power control modules may cause a short circuit, potentially leading to electrical damage, loss of headlights, or fire.
E-One is recalling 2014-2016 Cyclone II and Typhoon vehicles because a power control module defect may cause a short circuit, leading to electrical damage or fire.
Hale Products Inc. is recalling Class 1 Es-Key power control modules that may cause electrical short circuits, potentially leading to component damage or fire.
Scubapro is recalling about 1,500 Galileo Luna and Sol dive computers because a short circuit can cause the screen to freeze or display inaccurate information, posing a risk of serious injury.