Car recalls: why they happen and what buyers should know
Why do car recalls occur? Here’s what to know if your car has an open recall.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued multiple recalls last week on more than 2.1 million vehicles, including more than 1.8 million Toyota RAV4 SUVs, to resolve a battery issue that comes with a fire hazard.
Are you looking to see if any recalls have been issued for your car? If a vehicle is not listed below, owners can check USA TODAY’s auto recall database or search NHTSA database For new calls. The NHTSA website lets you search for recalls based on your vehicle identification number, or VIN.
Below are the vehicle recalls posted NHTSA From October 29 to November 4.
What else is under the reminder? Check USA TODAY’s searchable recall database; Automotive, food, consumer products and more
Toyota recalls RAV4 SUV over battery concerns
Toyota is recalling 1,853,568 2013-2018 RAV4 SUVs because some 12-volt replacement batteries may not fit properly in the battery tray, allowing the battery to move and contact the mounting bracket, potentially causing a short circuit. If enough heat is generated by a short circuit, the components in and around the battery can suffer thermal damage, increasing the risk of fire, the automaker said in a statement. Report submitted to NHTSA.
Dealers will replace the battery clip sub-assembly, battery tray and positive terminal cover free of charge. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 17. Owners can contact Toyota Customer Service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are 23TB13 and 23TA13.
Recalled vehicles:
Ford Mustang recall: Brake fluid sensor problem
Ford is recalling approximately 187,922 of its 2020-2023 Mustangs because the brake fluid level sensor may not activate the low fluid visual warning indicator. The company said in a statement that the brake fluid level falling below the recommended level in the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir could increase the risk of an accident. Report submitted to NHTSA.
Dealers will update the body control module software for free. Temporary letters notifying owners of the safety hazards are expected to be mailed in December. 4. Second letters will be mailed as soon as treatment is available. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 23C35.
Recalled vehicles:
Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer recalled due to third-row seat belt problems
Chrysler is recalling 97,066 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs because third-row seat belts may not allow passengers to reach the seat belt or properly buckle it. An unfastened seat belt may increase the risk of injury to passengers during certain types of accidents, the company said in a statement Report to NHTSA.
Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 15. Owners can contact Chrysler Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is A7A.
Recalled vehicles:
- 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
- 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer
Call Mazda to update the display software
Mazda is recalling 11,903 of its 2024 CX-90 SUVs and Mazda3 compact vehicles because a software bug could prevent rear, front and/or side camera images from appearing on the screen. The company said in a statement that a camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver’s vision, increasing the risk of an accident or injury Report submitted to NHTSA.
Dealers will update the display controller software for free. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 22. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Service at 1-800-222-5500 option 6. Mazda number for this recall is 6223J.
Recalled vehicles:
- 2024 Mazda CX-9
- 2024 Mazda Mazda 3
Kia is recalling Soul compact cars due to damage to the parking mechanism
Kia is recalling 6,262 of its 2015-2019 Soul EV compact vehicles due to possible damage to the parking mechanism, which could result in unintended movement of the vehicle when the shift lever is in the park position and failure to apply the parking brake while the vehicle is in operation. The company said in NHTSA report. The company said that unintended movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of an accident.
Dealers will update the ECU software for free. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 22. Owners can contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC287. This recall is expanded and recall number 20V-389 is replaced. Vehicles previously repaired under 20V-389 will need to complete the new treatment.
Recalled vehicles:
Call Mazda to fix a software error
Mazda is recalling 4,252 2024 CX-90 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) vehicles because a software error could cause the engine and electric motor to shut down unexpectedly, potentially resulting in a loss of engine power and increased risk of a malfunction. The company said it crashed NHTSA report.
Dealers will update the powertrain control module and engine control module software for free. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 22. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Service at 1-800-222-5500 option 6. Mazda number for this recall is 6323J.
Recalled vehicles:
Porsche recalled for airbag problem
Porsche is recalling 2,923 2021-2023 911 Turbo S, 2022 911 Turbo, 2022-2023 911 GT3 Touring, 911 GT3, 911 Carrera 4 GTS, 2022-2024 911 Carrera GTS, 2023 911 GT3 RS, 911 Dakar and 2,024,911 Carrera vehicles. T equipped with optional full seats because the bags The airbags attached to the seat may inflate unnecessarily during a collision, The automaker said in a report to NHTSA.
Dealers will reprogram the air bag control module free of charge. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 22. Owners may contact Porsche Customer Service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche’s number for this recall is APB3.
Recalled vehicles:
- 2022-2023 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS
- 2022-2024 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS
- 2024 Porsche 911 Carrera T
- Porsche 911 Dakar 2023
- Porsche 911 GT3
- 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
- 2022-2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring
- Porsche 911 Turbo 2022
- 2021-2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S
Nissan Z recalled for hood issue
Nissan is recalling 988 of its 2023-2024 Nissan Z SUVs due to possible looseness of the fasteners in the left front bumper reinforcement clip, which could prevent the pop-up hood from activating. The defect increases the risk that the pop-up hood will not activate as designed: to raise the rear end of the hood in some frontal collisions to help reduce the impact on a pedestrian’s head, The automaker said in the NHTSA report. The company said this may increase the risk of injury to pedestrians if such an accident occurs.
Dealers will tighten fasteners for free. Landlord notification letters are expected to be mailed in December. 7. Owners can contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan’s number for this recall is R23C8.
Recalled vehicles:
Subaru Forester recalled due to coolant leak
Subaru is recalling 49 2024 Forester SUVs because the engine water pipes may have loose cap bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant. If coolant leaks, it could come into contact with the hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire, according to The Verge. NHTSA report.
Dealers will tighten water pipe connecting bolts for free. The affected vehicles have not been sold to their owners and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners can contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WRO-23.
Recalled vehicles:
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