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Vehicle Recalls: NHTSA Car Recall Alerts by Make, Model and Campaign

Search official NHTSA vehicle recall campaigns by make, model, year, component, campaign number, defect summary, remedy and recall date. Use the official VIN or license plate lookup for exact open recall status on one vehicle.

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Use this NHTSA vehicle recall search to find car, truck, SUV, EV, tire, car seat and equipment recall notices by make, model, year, component, campaign number or defect summary.

Vehicle Recall Alerts List

Showing 51 - 62 of 62 matching product recalls.
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Product Recall Source Type Risk Date Action
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 26V124000
Vehicle High
Mar 3, 2026 Recall: Mar 3, 2026
Details
Rear Suspension Toe Link Fracture
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture. A rear toe link fracture can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 26V101000
Vehicle High
Feb 20, 2026 Recall: Feb 20, 2026
Details
Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 26V104000
Vehicle High
Feb 20, 2026 Recall: Feb 20, 2026
Details
Do Not Drive - Loss of Brake Function/FMVSS 105
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit vehicles. The brake pedal may disconnect from the brake booster pushrod, causing a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems." A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 26V090000
Vehicle Critical
Feb 17, 2026 Recall: Feb 17, 2026
Details
High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure. Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 26V091000
Vehicle High
Feb 17, 2026 Recall: Feb 17, 2026
Details
Engine Crossmember Improperly Secured
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles. The engine crossmember may not be secured properly, which can cause the engine to shift and possibly result in a loss of drive power or brake failure. A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 26V061000
Vehicle High
Feb 3, 2026 Recall: Feb 3, 2026
Details
High-Voltage Battery May Cause Fire
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 E-Transit vehicles. Bolts inside the high-voltage battery pack may be missing washers, which can cause high electrical resistance or electrical arcing. Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power may occur, which can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 26V062000
Vehicle High
Feb 3, 2026 Recall: Feb 3, 2026
Details
Inadequate Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting." In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA 26V024000
Vehicle High
Jan 21, 2026 Recall: Jan 21, 2026
Details
Brake Lights May Fail to Illuminate/FMVSS 108
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The exterior brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly or fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is activated, due to an incorrectly installed switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Brake lights that do not illuminate properly while driving increase the risk of a crash. In addition, the vehicle may be shifted out of park without the brake pedal applied, increasing the risk of a rollaway and crash.
NHTSA 26V025000
Vehicle High
Jan 21, 2026 Recall: Jan 21, 2026
Details
Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 26V011000
Vehicle Unknown
Jan 15, 2026 Recall: Jan 15, 2026
Details
Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain engine block heaters, with part numbers CV6Z-6A051-CA and CV6Z-6A051-AA, sold as accessory parts for certain 2013-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with 2.0L engines. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 26E003000
Vehicle Unknown
Jan 15, 2026 Recall: Jan 15, 2026
Details
Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 26V012000
Vehicle Unknown
Jan 15, 2026 Recall: Jan 15, 2026
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VIN Recall Lookup Guidance

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Car Seat, Tire And Equipment Recalls

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How To Check A Vehicle Recall

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Use make, model and model year when you want general recall notices for a vehicle line. This is useful before buying, selling or scheduling service.

Find The 17-Character VIN

Your VIN is usually on the lower driver-side windshield, driver-side door label, registration card, title or insurance document.

Match The NHTSA Campaign Number

Campaign numbers identify official recall actions. Use them to compare the defect summary, affected units, component, remedy and manufacturer recall number.

Schedule The Free Recall Repair

Safety recall remedies are normally completed by an authorized dealer at no charge. Follow any do-not-drive, park-outside or stop-use instruction in the official notice.

NHTSA Recall Coverage By Vehicle Type

Vehicle recalls can apply to a full vehicle, a component, a tire, a child car seat or related motor vehicle equipment.
Cars and SUVs

Passenger Vehicle Recalls

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EVs and software

Electric Vehicle And Software Recalls

Modern recalls may involve battery systems, charging, rearview cameras, warning lights, over-the-air software remedies or driver-assistance features.

Tires

Tire Recall Alerts

Tire recalls can involve size, brand, model, production date, sidewall markings, tread separation risk or other safety defects.

Car seats

Child Car Seat And Equipment Recalls

NHTSA also covers child restraint systems and vehicle equipment, including latches, labels, buckles, replacement parts and accessories.

Common Vehicle Recall Reasons

Use these common hazard groups to understand what a vehicle recall notice is warning about.
Restraints

Airbag And Seat Belt Recalls

Recall notices may involve airbag inflators, seat belt pretensioners, child restraint anchors or warning systems that affect crash protection.

Control

Brake, Steering And Suspension Recalls

These recalls can affect stopping distance, steering control, wheel attachment, suspension components or stability control systems.

Visibility

Camera, Lighting And Windshield Recalls

Backup cameras, headlights, taillights, windshield wipers and display software can create visibility or compliance issues.

Fire risk

Battery, Fuel And Electrical Fire Recalls

Fire-risk recalls may include instructions to park outside, avoid charging, stop driving or wait for an interim remedy.

Vehicle Recalls FAQ

Answers for searches such as vehicle recalls, car recall check, NHTSA VIN lookup and car recalls by make and model.

Can I check a vehicle recall by VIN?

This page helps you search recall notices. For exact open recall status on one vehicle, use the official NHTSA VIN or license plate lookup and compare any linked campaign details.

What is an NHTSA campaign number?

An NHTSA campaign number is the official identifier for a recall action. It helps match the defect, affected vehicles, remedy and manufacturer communication.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

Safety recall remedies are generally free at an authorized dealer. The official notice explains whether the remedy is a repair, replacement, refund, software update or inspection.

Why does a VIN search show no recall when a model has one?

A make and model recall may affect only certain production ranges or VINs. Recently announced recalls may also need time before all VINs are loaded by the manufacturer or agency.