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Stellantis recalls hybrid Jeeps over stall risk

Stellantis recalls hybrid Jeeps over stall risk

November 20, 2025 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – November 20, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Jeep brand, is recalling 24,238 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in vehicles (PHEV) that may lose motive power while driving. This defect ups the chances of an injury and property damage. 

Recall summary

The hybrid drive in the affected SUVs is controlled by a Hybrid Control Processor (HCP). Because of a faulty over-the-air update, HCP may reset while driving, resulting in the loss of propulsion.

Recall risks

A vehicle that loses motive power may get stranded on the road, where it can get hit by distracted drivers.

Other Jeep recalls

In September 2025, more than 90,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee hybrids were recalled over a stall risk caused by malfunctioning high-voltage batteries.

In January 2025, Jeep recalled nearly 80,000 SUVs because their rearview cameras could have failed to show an image while backing up.  

The repair

The carmaker is currently developing a repair, which, once available, will be performed free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners should be mailed between November 25, 2025 and November 26, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 24,000 hybrid Wrangler SUVs are affected by this Jeep loss-of-power recall. To do a Jeep recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Stellantis issues third Jeep fire recall, tells owners to park away from structures

Stellantis issues third Jeep fire recall, tells owners to park away from structures 

November 18, 2025 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – November 18, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Jeep brand, is recalling 320,065 hybrid SUVs that may catch fire while driving or when parked and turned off. This ups the risk of a crash and injury or property damage. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2022 – 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe
  • 2020 – 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe

This is the third time Stellantis is recalling these cars. Vehicles that were previously fixed will need to be repaired again.

Recall summary

In addition to a conventional engine, hybrid vehicles have an electric motor powered by a high-voltage battery. In the affected SUVs, the battery has damaged cells, which can cause it to overheat and burst into flames.  

Recall risks

A fire that happens while driving increases the chances of a crash and injury.

In addition, if the vehicle bursts into flames while parked, the fire may spread to surrounding objects.

Safety tips

You can learn what to do if the vehicle catches fire in this article.

Drivers are also advised not to charge their vehicles and to “park away from structures or other vehicles.”  

Previous Jeep battery fire recalls

Stellantis already recalled some of these vehicles on two separate occasions, in December 2023 and October 2024. The software updates performed during these recalls, however, proved to be insufficient to solve the problem. 

Other Jeep recalls

In September 2025, nearly 92,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee hybrids were recalled over a stall risk caused by a software error.

In January 2025, Stellantis recalled almost 80,000 Jeep SUVs whose rearview cameras could fail to show an image while backing up.  

The repair

The carmaker is currently developing a remedy, which, once available, will be free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between December 2, 2025 and December 9, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 320,000 hybrid SUVs are affected by this Jeep fire recall. To do a Jeep recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.  

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Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles with defective rearview cameras

Toyota recalls 1 million vehicles with defective rearview cameras 

November 13, 2025 Bojan Popic , ,

Plano, TX – November 13, 2025 – Toyota (NYSE:TM), which also owns the Lexus brand and co-develops some Subaru cars, is recalling 1.02 million vehicles whose rearview cameras may fail to show an image. This ups the risk of a crash and injury while backing up. 

Some of the affected models include: 

  • 2023 – 2025 Lexus ES
  • 2024 – 2025 Lexus GX
  • 2023 – 2026 Lexus RX
  • 2023 – 2025 Subaru Solterra 
  • 2025 – 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid 
  • 2023 – 2025 Toyota Prius
  • 2025 – 2026 Toyota RAV4
  • 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

Recall summary

All affected vehicles have a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM)  that displays a 360° image of its surroundings. Due to a PVM software issue, the rearview camera may freeze or fail to show an image.

You can find the full list of recalled vehicles here. 

Recall risks

With no rearview image to aid visibility while backing up, the driver is more likely to crash into surrounding objects or pedestrians.

Other Toyota recalls

In October 2025, Toyota recalled nearly 6,000 Tacoma pickup trucks over the risk of a rollaway.

In September 2025, approximately 95,000 Toyota, Lexus and Subaru EVs were recalled because their windshields could fog up.

The repair

The dealers will update the PVM software free of charge as an interim remedy.

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between December 16, 2025 and December 31, 2025.  Another letter will be mailed once the final remedy is available. It is not clear what that will be.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Toyota rearview camera recall affects more than 1 million vehicles. To do a Toyota or Lexus recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Ford recalls vehicles over fly-away wind deflectors

Ford recalls vehicles over fly-away wind deflectors

November 11, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – November 11, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 174,853 trucks and SUVs whose moonroof wind deflectors may fly away while driving. This creates a road hazard for other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2021 – 2022 Ford Expedition 
  • 2021 – 2022 Lincoln Navigator 
  • 2021 – 2023 Ford F-150
  • 2022 Ford F-250 SD
  • 2022 Ford F-350 SD
  • 2022 Ford F-450 SD

Recall summary

The wind deflector is a plastic trim that extends upwards to reduce wind noise when the moon roof is open. In the affected vehicles, the deflector was not fitted correctly and could detach while driving. 

Recall risks

A detached moonroof wind deflector could fall on the road, where it would create a road hazard for other motorists. 

Warning signs

The drivers could hear rattling sounds and increased wind noise when the moonroof is open or notice the wind deflector is not seated correctly. 

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the heels of 341 warranty and two field reports. While there have been no accidents, two drivers got hit by the detaching deflectors, according to Ford.

Other Ford recalls

In October 2025, almost 60,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles were recalled over a defective engine block heater that could have caused a fire. 

Also in October 2025, nearly 300,000 heavy-duty Ford pickup trucks were recalled because their rearview cameras would not show a clear image.  

The repair

The dealers will repair the deflector free of charge.  

Notifications to the owners were set to be mailed between November 3, 2025 and November 7, 2025.  

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 175,000 trucks and SUVs are affected by this Ford flyaway wind deflector recall. To do a Ford or Lincoln recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Tesla recalls Cybertrucks with detaching light bars

Tesla recalls Cybertrucks with detaching light bars

November 6, 2025 Bojan Popic

Austin, TX – November 6, 2025 – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is recalling 6,197 2024 Tesla Cybertruck electric vehicles (EVs) because their light bars may fall off. This would create a road hazard, upping the risk of a crash and injury. 

Recall summary

The affected electric pickup trucks have an optional light bar glued to the top of their windshields. Because of the “incorrect surface primer,” the light bar may detach from the car while driving.

Recall risks

A fly-away light bar may land on the road and become an obstacle for other motorists, who may crash while trying to avoid it. 

Warning signs

The drivers may see a gap between the light bar and the windshield, hear it rattle while driving or notice it feels loose when touched. 

Other Tesla recalls

In April 2025, more than 46,000 Tesla Cybertrucks were recalled because their cant rails could have fallen off while driving.

In January 2025, Tesla recalled nearly 240,000 EVs over malfunctioning rearview cameras. 

The repair

The dealers will replace or refit the lightbars free of charge.  

Letters to the owners should be mailed by  December 26, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 6,000 Cybertrucks are affected by this Tesla flyaway light bar recall. To do a Tesla recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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GM recalls Optiq, Equinox EVs over loss of control

GM recalls Optiq, Equinox EVs over loss of control

November 4, 2025 Bojan Popic , ,

Warren, MI – November 4, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet and Cadillac brands, is recalling 22,914 electric vehicles (EVs) whose drivers may lose control of the cars because of defective tires. The issue ups the chances of an injury and property damage. 

The following models are affected:

  • 2025 – 2026 Cadillac Optiq
  • 2025 – 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV

Only vehicles equipped with 21-inch all-season tires made by supplier Continental suffer from this problem. 

Recall summary

The affected EVs have one or more tires that were not manufactured correctly. As a result, their tread surface may detach while driving. If that happens, the driver may lose control of the car.

Recall risks

The defect significantly increases the risk of injury and a serious accident, putting the lives of the occupants at risk.

Warning signs

The driver may see unusual tire wear or bulges on the sides or notice vibrations and unusual noise while driving. 

Other Chevrolet recalls

In October 2025, nearly 24,000 Chevrolet Equinox EVs were recalled over a malfunctioning pedestrian warning system.

In May 2025, General Motors recalled almost 600,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC SUVs and pickup trucks whose engines could have suffered from a catastrophic failure.  

The repair

The dealers will replace the tires free of charge.  

Notifications to the owners should be mailed on or before December 1, 2025.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 23,000 electric SUVs are affected by this GM tire recall. To do a Chevrolet or Cadillac recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Ford recalls multiple models that may catch fire

Ford recalls multiple models that may catch fire

October 30, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – October 30, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 59,006 vehicles that may burst into flames while parked. This defect ups the chances of an injury and property damage. 

This recall comes on the heels of another one conducted for a similar issue earlier this year and is a result of several dozen fires and multiple lawsuits. 

The list of the affected models includes: 

  • 2021 – 2024 Ford Bronco
  • 2021 – 2024 Ford Bronco Sport
  • 2020 – 2022 Ford Escape
  • 2016 – 2018 Ford Explorer
  • 2020 – 2023 Ford Explorer
  • 2019 – 2020 Ford Fusion
  • 2022 – 2024 Ford Maverick
  • 2019 – 2024 Ford Ranger
  • 2020 – 2022 Lincoln Corsair
  • 2016 – 2019 Lincoln MKC

Recall summary

An engine block heater helps the engine reach operating temperatures faster in cold weather.

In the affected vehicles, the block heater “may crack and develop a coolant leak,” which could cause it to short-circuit and catch fire when plugged in.

Recall risks

A fire can put the lives of the car occupants and surrounding people at risk. It can also result in property damage. For tips on what to do in the event of fire, please visit this article.

Safety tips

Owners are advised not to plug in the block heaters before the issue is remedied.

Warning signs

The drivers may notice puddles of coolant underneath the vehicle and experience a “loss of cabin heat.”

The coolant loss could also trigger a warning on the dashboard, cause the engine to overheat and result in a burning smell.

Background of the recall

In June 2025, 6,800 Ford and Lincoln models were recalled over a similar issue with their engine block heaters, as reported. Even though the defective heaters were produced by the same supplier, it does not seem that the present recall is an expansion of the one conducted earlier in the year.

The present recall comes on the back of 46 fires, 30 lawsuits and multiple complaints about the issue. No injuries or accidents have been reported.

Other Ford recalls

In September 2025, Ford recalled close to 1.5 million vehicles because their rearview cameras could fail to show an image. 

The repair

The dealers will replace the heaters free of charge. The manufacturer advises that an additional remedy will be available in February of 2026.

Notifications to the owners should be mailed by October 24, 2025.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Ford engine block heater recall is affecting almost 60,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles. 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 F-series super duty trucks with faulty rearview cameras

Ford recalls F-series super duty trucks with faulty rearview cameras

October 28, 2025 Bojan Popic

Dearborn, MI – October 28, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F) is recalling 291,901 heavy-duty pickup trucks whose rearview cameras may not show a clear image. This defect reduces visibility while reversing, upping the chances of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2020 – 2022 Ford F-250 SD
  • 2020 – 2022 Ford F-350 SD
  • 2020 – 2022 Ford F-450 SD

Recall summary

Due to a software error, the rearview camera image in the affected vehicles may appear too dark or too light, making it difficult for the driver to see the area behind the vehicle.

Recall risks

Without a clear rearview camera image to aid visibility, the driver is more likely to crash into surrounding objects or pedestrians while backing up.  

Ford’s rearview camera recalls

Ford recently recalled 1.46 million cars due to faulty rearview cameras because of a “supplier quality issue.” The recall was an expansion of three previous recalls conducted for the same issue. It also came on the back of a US government investigation, which resulted in the manufacturer’s agreement to pay a hefty penalty and “increase the speed of recall decisions,” among other things.  

Other Ford recalls

In October 2025, Ford recalled nearly 116,000 pickup trucks whose steering mechanisms could have fallen apart. 

In September 2025, more than 100,000 Ford Taurus cars were recalled over detaching door trims that could have created a road hazard. 

The repair

The dealers will update rearview camera software free of charge. 

The owners should receive their notifications by March 31, 2026.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 292,000 heavy-duty pickup trucks are affected by this Ford rearview camera 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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Toyota recalls Tacoma trucks that may stall or roll away

Toyota recalls Tacoma trucks that may stall or roll away   

October 23, 2025 Bojan Popic

Plano, TX – October 19, 2025 – Toyota (NYSE: TM) is recalling 5,960 pickup trucks that may lose their motive power or roll away when parked. This defect ups the chances of a crash and injury, or property damage. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2025 Toyota Tacoma
  • 2025 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid

Recall summary

The driveshaft is a drivetrain component that transfers power from the transmission to the wheels. Due to a supplier error, the front driveshafts of the affected vehicles are not sturdy enough and may snap under load. 

Recall risks

The truck may lose propulsion or roll away when parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Both situations increase the likelihood of a crash, resulting in injury or property damage. 

Other Toyota recalls

In June 2025, Toyota recalled nearly 450,000 Tundra pickups whose backup lights could fail to illuminate.

In February 2025, more than 100,000 Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks were recalled over reduced braking caused by a brake fluid leak. 

The repair

Dealers will replace the driveshaft free of charge.  

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between November 16, 2025 and November 30, 2025.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 6,000 Tacoma pickup trucks are affected by this Toyota driveshaft recall. 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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GM recall Chevies over faulty pedestrian warning system

GM recall Chevies over faulty pedestrian warning system

October 21, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI – October 21, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet brand, is recalling 23,700 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EVs that may fail to warn pedestrians of their approach. This defect ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

Recall summary

Chevrolet Equinox EVs have an audio device that generates an exterior sound when it is ready to drive and another sound when it starts moving to alert nearby pedestrians of their approach. The safety feature in the affected vehicles is faulty and will not allow pedestrians to differentiate between the two sounds.

Recall risks

The pedestrians may not be aware of the electric vehicle moving silently in their immediate surroundings, increasing the risk of a crash and injury. 

Other Chevrolet recalls

In May 2025, General Motors recalled nearly 600,000 SUVs and pickup trucks whose engines could suffer from a catastrophic failure.  

In December 2024, more than 130,000 GMC and Chevrolet pickup trucks were recalled because their tailgates could open on their own. 

The repair

The carmaker is currently developing a free software update for the body control module (BCM), which is in charge of operating the warning system.

Letters to the owners with more information will be mailed by November 10, 2025.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 24,000 EVs are affected by this Chevrolet pedestrian warning recall. To do a Chevrolet recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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