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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.
Jayco and Entegra are recalling certain 2020-2021 motorhomes with defective leveling system support brackets that may fail, allowing components to contact the ground and potentially leak hydraulic fluid, increasing crash risk.
Volvo Trucks is recalling 6,982 commercial trucks (2021 VHD, VNL, VNR, and VAH models) because damaged collets in the air brake system may cause park brakes to apply unexpectedly, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.
Certain 2018-2021 Ducati Scrambler 1100 motorcycles may experience an electrical short-circuit when the exhaust valve cable contacts the positive battery wire, increasing fire risk. Dealers will install a new cable guide and cable tie at no charge.
Forest River is recalling certain 2020-2021 XLR Boost Toy Hauler recreational vehicles with inaccurate Federal Placards that may understate the vehicle's weight, risking tire damage and crashes from overloading.
Icon Vehicle Dynamics is recalling Ford F-250 and F-350 pickup trucks sold with its centerline stabilizer kit. The foam ring in the shock assembly may block piston ports, causing steering to lock up and increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2021 model vehicles due to improper assembly of the 48-Volt battery and starter-generator connection, which can increase electrical resistance and fire risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the connection if necessary.
Forest River is recalling 2021 East to West recreational trailers (approximately 115 units). The grill can be stowed with the propane hose attached and burners on, which can increase fire risk.
Volkswagen Group of America (Audi) is recalling 2021 Audi A6, Q7, RS6, and RS7 vehicles. An electrical connector can detach from door crash sensors, potentially delaying restraint system activation during side-impact crashes.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks due to a manufacturing defect in the clutch assembly that may cause the clutch to disengage, increasing crash risk.
Triumph is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rocket 3 motorcycles because air may have entered the rear brake ABS modulator during production. This can reduce braking efficiency over time, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Kibbi is recalling certain 2019-2021 Renegade motorhomes with Dometic cooking stoves due to a potential gas leak from an overtightened saddle valve bolt, which could increase fire risk. Dealers will install repair kits free of charge.
Certain 2020-2021 Toyota RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Avalon, and Avalon Hybrid vehicles may have damaged steering column breakaway pins that could reduce airbag performance in a crash. Toyota will replace the steering column at no cost.
Front seat attachment bolts may not have been properly installed on certain 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, and GMC Yukon models. If loose or missing, the seats could move during a crash, increasing injury risk.
Volkswagen Group (Audi) is recalling 2020-2021 S5, A5, and RS5 vehicles due to missing anti-abrasion protection on rear light wiring. In a crash, exposed wires may be damaged, potentially disabling door locks and hazard lights.
Forest River and Coachmen recreational vehicles with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves may experience gas leaks from overtightened saddle valve bolts, creating a fire hazard. Owners should contact dealers for a free remedy kit.
Honda is recalling 2021 Pilot vehicles with certain Continental tires that may be over-cured, potentially causing sidewall breaks or belt separation leading to loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace affected tires free of charge.
Newmar motorhomes equipped with Dometic 3-burner cooking stoves may have an overtightened saddle valve bolt that damages the seal, causing a gas leak and increasing fire risk. Owners should contact Newmar for a free remedy.
Ford is recalling certain 2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles due to improperly manufactured steering knuckles that may fracture, reducing steering control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace affected knuckles free of charge.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2021 Four Winds motorhomes with Dometic stoves due to a potential gas leak that could increase fire risk. The stove's saddle valve bolt may be overtightened, damaging the seal.
Keystone is recalling 2019–2021 Outback recreational trailers for inadequate frame rail support that may cause buckling and crash risk. Owners should contact 1-866-425-4369 for the free frame reinforcement repair.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and related models because the rear view camera may malfunction during startup, showing a black screen or frozen image, reducing visibility when reversing and increasing crash risk.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2020-2021 motorhomes. A faulty Battery Isolation Manager/Relay allows water into the engine compartment, creating electrical arcing and fire risk. Owners should contact TMC at 1-877-855-2867.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles with damaged steering knuckles that may fail during operation. A failed steering knuckle can cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk.
REV Recreation Group is recalling certain 2021 motorhomes (Fleetwood and Holiday Rambler models) because the primary gear in the bed lift motor may fail, allowing the bed frame to drop and increase injury risk.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles with potentially over-cured Continental Cross Contact LX Sport tires. Over-cured tires can cause sidewall breaks or tread separation, increasing crash risk.