US government investigates Kia over faulty windshield wipers

US government investigates Kia over faulty windshield wipers

June 6, 2025 Aleksandra Snesareva

Washington, D.C. – June 6, 2025 – The U.S. government auto safety regulator is investigating Kia (OTCMKTS:KIMTF) over allegations that windshield wipers on their 2024-2025 Kia EV9 electric SUVs may stop working in adverse weather conditions.

The investigation could lead to a recall of about 26,862 vehicles.

Investigation summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), opened an investigation on April 29, 2025 following five complaints of wipers failing when a “relatively small amount of snow and/or ice” would accumulate on the windshield.

The investigation aims to uncover how widespread this problem may be and the impact it may have on road safety. 

Risks

Inoperable wipers reduce the driver’s visibility, especially when driving in rain or snow, which ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

Had to use “fingernails” to get snow out

According to driver reports, wipers would stop working at the drop of a hat due to a “large gap” between the windshield and the hood. One of the complainants had to use his or her fingernails and a “garden spade” to dig the snow out before getting on the road, only to have to stop a couple more times to do “the same thing again.”

While either situation could have turned “extremely dangerous,” luckily no crashes or injuries have been reported as a result of this defect. 

Other Kia recalls

In March 2025, Kia recalled Seltos and Soul models over the risk of fire.

In February 2025, hybrid and electric Kia crossovers were recalled because their airbags and seat belts would stop working.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This investigation could lead to a Kia windshield wiper recall, potentially affecting approximately 27,000 electric SUVs. To do a Kia recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Toyota recalls Tundra pickups over inoperable lights

Toyota recalls Tundra pickups over inoperable lights

June 4, 2025 Bojan Popic

Plano, TX – June 4, 2025 – Toyota (NYSE:TM) is recalling 443,444 pickup trucks whose backup lights may fail. This defect augments the risk of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected:

  • 2022 – 2025 Toyota Tundra
  • 2022 – 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid

Recall summary  

In the affected trucks, moisture may enter the reverse light assembly, causing corrosion and rendering the lights inoperable.    

Recall risks

Inoperable reverse lights reduce the driver’s field of view while backing up. In addition, surrounding motorists and pedestrians may not be aware that the vehicle is reversing. Both situations up the chances of a crash and injury.  

Other Toyota recalls

In February 2025, Toyota recalled Tacoma pickup trucks over a brake fluid leak that could cause longer stopping distances.

In the same month, Lexus and Camry models were recalled because their second-row seat belts were faulty, as reported.    

The repair

The dealer will replace the lights and inspect their wiring connectors. If any traces of corrosion are found, the connectors will be replaced. 

This repair will be free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information between June 30, 2025 and July 14, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Toyota reverse lights recall affects just over 443,000 pickup trucks. To do a Toyota recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Ford recalls F-150 pickups over steering loss

Ford recalls F-150 pickups over steering loss 

May 30, 2025 Bojan Popic

Dearborn, MI – May 30, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F) is recalling 9,181 2025 Ford F-150 pickup trucks whose steering mechanisms may fall apart. This flaw ups the chances of a crash and injury  

Recall summary  

The steering wheel is connected to the steering mechanism with a shaft. In the affected trucks, this shaft may detach from the steering mechanism as a result of a manufacturing error. 

Recall risks

If the steering shaft separates from the steering mechanism, it will be difficult – if not impossible – to control the vehicle, which can lead to a crash. 

Warning signs

Before the shaft separates completely, the driver may notice rattling noises coming from the front of the vehicle or excessive “play” in the steering wheel.  

Other Ford recalls

In May 2025, Ford and Lincoln SUVs were recalled because of a brake fluid leak, which could have led to brake failure, as reported.  

In April 2025, Ford recalled the Bronco and Maverick SUVs over a software issue with their batteries that could have caused them to stall. 

The repair

The dealers will replace the shaft’s fasteners free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information between May 26, 2025 and May 28, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Ford loss of steering control recall affects more than 9,000 F-150 pickup trucks. To do a Ford recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Ford recalls Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs over faulty brakes

Ford recalls Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs over faulty brakes

May 28, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – May 28, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 273,789 SUVs whose brakes may stop working or take longer to engage. This flaw increases the risk of a crash and affects the following models: 

  • 2022 – 2024 Ford Expedition
  • 2022 – 2024 Lincoln Navigator

Recall summary  

Due to a manufacturing error, the front brake lines in the affected cars may rub against surrounding engine components, which can cause wear and consequent brake fluid leaks. 

Recall risks

The leak will either elongate stopping distances or, if left unattended, result in a brake failure. Both up the risk of a serious accident.

Warning signs

If the brake fluid level drops drops really low, it will trigger a red brake warning indicator on the dashboard.  

Background of the recall

The carmaker discovered the problem following 49 warranty reports and customer complaints. No crashes or injuries have been reported.

Other Ford recalls

Earlier this month, Ford and Lincoln SUVs were also recalled due to a brake fluid leak, albeit as a result of a different issue.

Also in May 2025, Ford Explorer SUVs were recalled over the risk of a rollaway, as reported.

The repair

The dealers will replace brake lines free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information between May 26, 2025 and May 30, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Close to 274,000 Ford and Lincoln SUVs are affected by this Ford brake fluid leak recall. To do a Ford recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Volkswagen recalls Audi SUVs over fire risk

Volkswagen recalls Audi SUVs over fire risk

May 23, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – May 23, 2025 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) – which owns the Audi brand – is recalling 89,417 SUVs that can catch fire. This defect ups the risk of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected:

  • 2022 – 2024 Audi Q5
  • 2022 – 2024 Audi Q5 Sportback

Recall summary  

The engine cylinder is a critical component of the engine which is responsible for propelling the car forward by turning fuel into mechanical force. The cylinder head sits on top of the cylinder and prevents hot oil from leaking out.

In the affected SUVs, the bolts holding the cover in place may become loose, which can cause an oil leak.  

Recall risks

If the leaking oil comes in contact with hot components inside the engine bay, such as the exhaust manifold, it may ignite, setting the vehicle on fire. 

Warning signs

The driver may notice a burning smell and smoke coming from under the hood. The vehicle should be parked “immediately” if that occurs.

Safety tips 

You can find out what to do if your car catches fire in this detailed article. 

Background of the recall

The carmaker found out about the problem through an internal investigation prompted by more than 2,500 oil-leak warranty claims and 11 fires. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

Other Audi recalls

In April 2025, Audi and Volkswagen EVs were recalled over the risk of a rollaway, as reported.

In December 2024, Audi recalled hybrid vehicles whose batteries could have overheated and set the vehicle on fire. 

The repair

The dealer will replace the screws free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by July 8, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Audi fire recall affects almost 90,000 SUVs. To do an Audi recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Volvo recalls multiple models over faulty rearview cameras

Volvo recalls multiple models over faulty rearview cameras

May 21, 2025 Bojan Popic

Mahwah, NJ – May 21, 2025 – Volvo (OTCMKTS:VLVLY) is recalling 413,151 vehicles whose rearview cameras may fail to show an image while backing up. This flaw ups the chances of a crash and injury.

The following models are affected:

  • 2022 Volvo V90
  • 2025 Volvo EX40
  • 2025 Volvo EC40
  • 2022 – 2025 Volvo C40
  • 2023 – 2025 Volvo S60
  • 2022 – 2025 Volvo S90
  • 2023 – 2025 Volvo V60
  • 2023 – 2025 Volvo V60CC
  • 2022 – 2025 Volvo V90CC
  • 2021 – 2025 Volvo XC40
  • 2022 – 2025 Volvo XC60
  • 2023 – 2025 Volvo XC90

Recall summary  

Due to a software error, the rearview camera in the affected vehicles may fail to show an image when the transmission is shifted into reverse.

Recall risks

Without an image from the rearview camera, the driver is more likely to hit surrounding pedestrians or objects while backing up. 

Warning signs

A warning message on the vehicle’s center display will appear if the camera malfunctions. Other optional functions, such as parking sensors, rear automatic braking and “cross-traffic alert,” should remain operational and stop the car. 

Other Volvo recalls

In April 2025, Volvo recalled hybrid cars and SUVs over fire risk posed by defective high-voltage batteries. 

In February 2025, XC40 compact SUVs were recalled due to faulty turn signals.

The repair

The car maker will launch an over-the-air (OTA) software update for the camera’s software. As an alternative, you can visit a dealer to have the software update performed. Either way, this repair will be free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by June 24, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 413,000 vehicles are affected by this Volvo rearview camera recall. To do a Volvo recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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GM recalls 600,000 cars following US government investigation

GM recalls  600,000 cars following US government investigation

May 16, 2025 Bojan Popic , , ,

Warren, MI – May 16, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling 597,630 SUVs and pickup trucks whose engines may suffer from a catastrophic failure. This could result in a stall, upping the risk of a crash.

This recall comes on the heels of a U.S. government investigation and affects the following models:

  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade
  • 2021 – 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Suburban
  • 2021 – 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Sierra 1500
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon 
  • 2021 – 2024 GMC Yukon XL

Recall summary  

The connecting rod and crankshaft are the backbone of the engine that are responsible for powering it. In the affected SUVs and pickups, both parts were not manufactured correctly, causing them to wear out prematurely. As a result, the engine may seize while driving, stalling the vehicle.     

Recall risks

A stalled vehicle on the road may get hit by oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of an injury. In fact, there were at least 12 crashes and 12 injuries leading up to the recall.

There were also 42 fires. Even though the manufacturer does not outline that as a potential risk, a fire can dramatically decrease the odds of occupants’ survival.

For tips on what to do in the event of your car catching fire, please see the following article.

Warning signs

The damaged engine may produce a “knocking” and “banging” sound, “hesitate” when accelerating, operate at higher-than-usual RPMs or have trouble starting. In addition, the driver may notice an illuminated check engine light on the dashboard, shifting issues or an overall lack of performance. 

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the back of an ongoing investigation conducted by the U.S. government auto safety regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

There have been over 28,000 complaints and roughly 14,000 allegations of “loss of propulsion” leading up to it.

Other GM recalls

In January 2025, Chevrolet Equinox EVs were recalled because their pedestrian warning systems were not working correctly. 

In December 2024, GM expanded its recall of Chevrolet and GMC pickup trucks whose tailgates may have opened on their own, as reported. 

The repair

The dealer will inspect the engine and replace it if damaged. This repair will be free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by June 9, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This GM engine recall affects almost 600,000 trucks and SUVs. To do a Chevrolet recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can do the same for a Cadillac or GMC recall check. 

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Volkswagen recalls ID. Buzz minivans with seatbelt defect

Volkswagen recalls ID. Buzz minivans with seatbelt defect

May 14, 2025 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – May 14, 2025 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) is recalling 5,637 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz electric minivans over an insufficient number of seatbelts. This defect ups the risk of an injury in an accident.   

Recall summary  

The third-row bench in the affected minivans is wide enough to accommodate three occupants, but it only has two seatbelts. As a result, the person sitting in the middle will not be able to use a seatbelt.

Recall risks

The passenger will be more likely to get injured in a crash. 

Other Volkswagen recalls

In March 2025, Volkswagen recalled Atlas SUVs that could catch fire, as reported.

In April 2025, Volkswagen and Audi EVs were recalled over the risk of rollaway, also as reported.

The repair

The dealer will install an unpadded trim in the middle of the third-row bench to prevent passengers from sitting in that position. The modification will be free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by June 20, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 5,600 electric minivans are affected by this Volkswagen ID. Buzz recall. To do a Volkswagen recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Stellantis recalls Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs over faulty rearview cameras

Stellantis recalls Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs over faulty rearview cameras 

May 8, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – May 8, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Alfa Romeo and Dodge brands, is recalling 48,494 SUVs whose rearview cameras may fail to show an image. This ups the risk of a crash and injury.

The following models are affected: 

  • 2023 – 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale
  • 2023 – 2025 Dodge Hornet  

Recall summary  

The affected SUVs fall into two groups. In one, the head unit was not built properly. In other ones, the unit’s microprocessor  – which is the brain of the infotainment system – may experience a software glitch. 

In both cases this may result in the rearview camera failing to show an image when reversing. 

Recall risks

Without a rearview camera’s image to aid visibility, the driver is more likely to hit nearby pedestrians or objects while backing up, increasing the risk of injury or property damage. 

Other Dodge recalls

In December 2024, Dodge heavy-duty pickup trucks were recalled because some of their safety aids – including anti-lock brakes – could have malfunctioned.

In October 2024, Stellantis recalled Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs over brake pedal failure, as reported.   

The repair

The dealers will either replace the radio assembly or update the head unit’s software. This repair will be free of charge as it is customary with recalls.

The owners should receive letters with more information by June 04, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Stellantis rearview camera recall affects almost 49,000 Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs. To do a Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can do the same for the Alfa Romeo recall check. 

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Ford expands 2022 recall over ‘loss of brake function’

Ford expands 2022 recall over ‘loss of brake function’

May 6, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – May 6, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 123,611 SUVs and pickup trucks over a brake fluid leak, which could lead to brake failure.

This recall serves as the expansion of an identical one from March 2022 and affects the following models:

  • 2017 – 2018 Ford Expedition
  • 2017 – 2018 Ford F-150
  • 2017 – 2018 Lincoln Navigator  

Recall summary  

The brake master cylinder converts the force a driver applies to the brakes into hydraulic pressure.  This cylinder is connected to a booster, which uses vacuum to increase the braking force. 

In the affected vehicles, due to “brake fluid contamination,” the fluid may leak from the cylinder into the booster and diminish its performance.

If the brake fluid level drops too low, the brakes may fail.

Recall risks

The vehicle may take longer to stop – or not stop at all – upping the chances of a crash and injury. 

Warning signs

If the brake fluid level drops below a certain level, the driver may see a red brake warning light accompanied by a chime and a message on the vehicle’s display.  

Background of the recall

In March 2022, older models of these vehicles were recalled over the same issue. Since then, Ford received 90 warranty claims about new models experiencing the same problem and issued the present recall to address it.

No injuries or crashes have been reported.

Other Ford recalls

In April 2025, Bronco Sport SUVs and Maverick pickup trucks were recalled over a stalling issue that was not successfully repaired during the previous recall.  

In March 2025, Ford recalled Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs because their seat belts did not provide sufficient protection in a crash, as reported. 

The repair

The dealers replace the brake master cylinder and the brake booster free of charge.

The owners should receive letters with more information between April 28, 2025, and May 2, 2025.  

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 123,000 trucks and SUVs are affected by this Ford brake fluid leak recall. To do a Ford recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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