Ford recalls hybrid SUVs that may stall, catch fire

Ford recalls hybrid SUVs that may stall, catch fire   

January 17, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – January 17, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 20,484 hybrid SUVs over a defect that may cause them to stall or catch fire. This ups the risk of a crash and injury, especially in fast-moving traffic.   

The following models are affected: 

  • 2020 – 2024 Ford Escape
  • 2021 – 2024 Lincoln Corsair 

Recall summary  

The high-voltage battery – which stores electricity for the motor – could develop a short and overheat. This would cause power loss or result in a vehicle fire.

The manufacturer reported four incidents caused by this issue, none of which resulted in accidents or injuries.  

Recall risks

Both possible scenarios – loss of motive power and vehicle fire – up the risk of a crash and injury. 

Warning signs

In the event of the short circuit, the driver should see a “Stop Safely Now” message displayed on the screen.

Other Ford recalls

Some of these SUVs may have been affected by a Ford recall from June 2024 over stalling risk caused by transmission issues, as reported.  

In September 2024, Ford recalled Broncos and other models that could stall because of a “catastrophic engine damage”.     

The repair

Dealers will install software to monitor battery’s condition. The battery will be then replaced if any signs of malfunction are detected. Both fixes will be free of charge.  

The software is set to become available in 2Q25.

The owners should receive letters with more information between January 20, 2025, and January 24, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 20,000 hybrid SUVs are affected by this Ford battery short circuit 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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Ford recalls Lincoln SUVs over faulty power windows, injury risk

Ford recalls Lincoln SUVs over faulty power windows, injury risk    

January 14, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – January 14, 2025 – Ford (NYSE:F), which owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 47,818 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus SUVs whose power windows may hurt occupants’ limbs while closing. This ups the risk of an injury.   

Recall summary  

Power windows must automatically stop and retract if they encounter any obstacle while closing. In the affected vehicles, they may not stop when needed because of a software error.

Recall risks

Power windows that do not retract when they roll up may pinch an occupant’s arm or finger and cause an injury.   

Other Lincoln recalls

In September 2024, over 90,000 Ford and Lincoln SUVs were recalled because they could stall while in motion, as reported.

In June 2024, over 8,000 Lincoln and Ford hybrid models were recalled due to the same issue.

The repair

Dealers will update the power windows control module software free of charge.  

The owners should receive letters with more information between January 13, 2025, and January 17, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 48,000 SUVs are affected by this Lincoln power windows recall. To do a Lincoln recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Bojan PopicFord recalls Lincoln SUVs over faulty power windows, injury risk    
Stellantis recalls Jeeps over reduced rearview visibility

Stellantis recalls Jeeps over reduced rearview visibility 

January 10, 2025 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – January 10, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Jeep brand, is recalling 79,365 SUVs whose rearview cameras may fail to show an image. This limits visibility while backing up, increasing the risk of a crash, injury or property damage.  

The following models are affected: 

  • 2024 Jeep Wagoneer
  • 2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
  • 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Recall summary  

The rearview camera may not display an image when backing up because of a software error.  

Recall risks

Without the rearview camera feed, the driver might crash into surrounding objects or pedestrians while backing up, upping the risk of injury or property damage.  

Other Jeep recalls

In December 2024, Grand Cherokee SUVs were recalled because their speedometers were not showing accurate speed, as reported. 

In November 2024, Jeep and Dodge SUVs were recalled over an issue with ABS modules that could reduce their stability.   

On a separate note, Jeep is currently being investigated by the U.S. government over a fatality caused by a fire.   

The repair

Dealers will update the camera’s software free of charge.  

The owners should receive letters with more information between January 21, 2025, and January 28, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Almost 80,000 SUVs are affected by this Jeep rearview camera 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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Kia recalls electric SUVs over insufficiently secured seats

Kia recalls electric SUVs over insufficiently secured seats

January 8, 2025 Bojan Popic

Irvine, CA – January 8, 2025 – Kia (OTCMKTS:KIMTF) is recalling 22,883 2024-2025 Kia EV9 electric SUVs whose seats may fail to restrain occupants during a crash.

Recall summary  

Due to a manufacturing oversight, the bolts holding the second and third-row seats in place are missing.

Recall risks

Insufficiently secured seats may not provide adequate occupant protection in a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.    

Warning signs

A loose seat might rattle. 

Other Kia recalls

In October 2024, over 12,000 EV9 SUVs were recalled because they could crash while self-parking, as reported.

On a separate note,  more than 460,00 Kia Telluride SUVs were recalled in June 2024 over electrical issues that may have led to a vehicle fire, as reported.   

The repair

Dealers will install the missing bolts free of charge.  

The owners should receive letters with more information on January 24, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Almost 23,000 electric SUVs are affected by this Kia missing bolt recall. To do a Kia recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Bojan PopicKia recalls electric SUVs over insufficiently secured seats
GM recalls electric SUVs with faulty pedestrian warning systems

GM recalls electric SUVs with faulty pedestrian warning systems 

January 2, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI  – January 2, 2024 – General Motors (NYSE:GM) is recalling 7,606 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV SUVs that may fail to warn pedestrians of their approach. This ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

Recall summary  

The affected car is equipped with an audio system, which makes a sound to warn nearby pedestrians of its presence. Due to a software error, this safety system may fail to “produce sound at a sufficient volume.”

Recall risks

The pedestrian may not hear an approaching vehicle – or assess whether it is slowing down or accelerating – and come out in front of it. This augments the risk of an accident.

Other Chevrolet recalls

Last month, GM expanded an existing recall of Silverado and Sierra pickup trucks whose tailgates could open while driving, as reported. 

In February 2024, Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze sedans were recalled over roof-rail airbag inflators that could rupture upon deployment, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will upgrade the vehicle software free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by January 27, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 8,000 electric SUVs 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.

Bojan PopicGM recalls electric SUVs with faulty pedestrian warning systems 
Stellantis recalls RAMs over loss of safety aids following government investigation

Stellantis recalls RAMs over loss of safety aids following government investigation

December 27, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – December 27, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the RAM brand, is recalling 317,630 heavy-duty pickup trucks that may experience reduced braking performance or become less stable.

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

  • 2017 – 2018 RAM 2500
  • 2017 – 2018 RAM 3500

The 2017-2018 RAM 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis are also included in this recall.

Recall summary  

The hydraulic control unit (HCU) – which manages the anti-lock brakes (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control – may fail, rendering all three systems out of order.

Recall risks

With ESP and traction control out of action, the truck will be less stable and harder to control during harsh braking and maneuvers, upping the risk of a crash and injury. Malfunctioning ABS may reduce braking power, which can prolong stopping distance. All of these failures up the risk of a crash.

Warning signs

The malfunctioning indicator lamp (MIL) will light up to indicate faulty ABS.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the back of an ongoing investigation conducted by the U.S. government auto safety regulator.

From 2016 until the recall was announced, the manufacturer and the regulator received close to 60,000 complaints about the issue. There have been no accidents or injuries.

Other RAM truck recalls

Stability issues were the cause of multiple recent RAM recalls, the latest of which happened in November 2024 and affected over 33,000 brand-new RAM 1500 pickup trucks. 

In October 2024, close to 273,000 RAMs were recalled because their rearview cameras failed to show an image, as reported. 

The repair

Dealers will replace the HCU free of charge.  

The owners should receive letters with more information between January 9, 2025, and January 17, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Over 317,000 pickup trucks are affected by this RAM ABS recall. To do a RAM 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 hybrids that may catch fire

Volkswagen recalls Audi hybrids that may catch fire

December 26, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – December 26, 2024 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY), which owns the Audi brand, is recalling 4,616 hybrid cars and SUVs that may ignite. This ups the risk of an accident and injury.

The following models are affected: 

  • 2022 Audi A7 PHEV
  • 2022 – 2023 Audi Q5 PHEV

Recall summary  

The high-voltage battery stores electricity that powers the electric motor and other vehicle systems. In the affected hybrids, this battery may overheat and burst into flames, setting the vehicle on fire. The cause of the defect is “still under investigation.”

Recall risks

If the vehicle catches fire, car occupants can get injured or even lose their life. For more information on what to do in the event of fire, please visit this article.

Safety tips

Owners – especially those who are not opted in to share data with the manufacturer – are advised not to charge the battery until the car is repaired. In other fire recalls, manufacturers have also recommended to park the vehicles outside and away from any structures.

Other Volkswagen recalls

In December 2023, Volkswagen recalled several models, including Audi A7 cars, over the risk of reduced braking performance, as reported.  

In September 2024, ID.4 cars were recalled because their doors could open on their own while driving, also as reported.

The repair

The vehicles will receive a free software update to monitor the battery’s parameters and alert the driver if a replacement is needed. This remedy should be available in 2Q25.

Owners should receive letters with more information by January 24, 2025, and another one once the remedy is available.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Audi fire recall affects close to 5,000 hybrid cars and SUVs. To do an Audi recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Bojan PopicVolkswagen recalls Audi hybrids that may catch fire
Honda recalls Passport, Pilot SUVs over fire risk

Honda recalls Passport, Pilot SUVs over fire risk 

December 20, 2024 Bojan Popic

Torrance, CA – December 26, 2024 – Honda (NYSE:HMC) is recalling 205,760 SUVs over an issue which may lead to a fire. This ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2023 – 2024 Honda Passport
  • 2023 – 2025 Honda Pilot 

Recall summary  

The fuel filler neck, through which the gasoline is pumped into the car, and the pipe connecting it to the tank were not connected properly due to a manufacturing error. As a result, they may separate in a crash, causing a fuel leak.  

Recall risks

Leaking fuel may ignite, setting the vehicle on fire. You can find out all about associated risks and safety tips in this article.   

Other Honda recalls

In June 2024, close to 188,000 Honda Ridgeline pickups were recalled following a U.S. government investigation into malfunctioning rearview cameras.

In February 2024, Honda recalled approximately 750,000 vehicles whose airbags could have hurt children in a crash, as reported. 

The repair

Dealers will reconnect the two parts free of charge.   

The owners should receive letters with more information by January 6, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 200,000 SUVs are affected by this Honda fuel leak recall. To do a Honda recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

Bojan PopicHonda recalls Passport, Pilot SUVs over fire risk 
GM expands Silverado, Sierra tailgate recall

GM expands Silverado, Sierra tailgate recall

December 18, 2024 Bojan Popic , ,

Warren, MI – December 18, 2024 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling 132,037 pickup trucks whose tailgates may open on their own. This could result in the cargo falling out, upping the risk of a crash and injury. 

This is an expansion of a previous recall from February 2024.

The following trucks are affected: 

  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500
  • 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 3500
  • 2024 GMC Sierra HD 2500
  • 2024 GMC Sierra HD 2500

Recall summary  

The affected vehicles’ tailgate may inadvertently open while the vehicle is in Park. This happens because of an electric short in the release switch caused by moisture intrusion. 

Recall risks

The cargo may fall out of the truck’s bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.  

Safety tips

Drivers are advised to check if the tailgate is open before driving off.

Previous GM tailgate recall

GM recalled over 570,000 2020-2024 Silverado and Sierra trucks over this issue in February 2024. The present recall comes on the back of the manufacturer receiving complaints about the same defect in vehicles that were not included in the first round of repairs.

Other Chevrolet recalls

In July 2024, GM recalled brand-new Corvettes whose seat belts could have jammed, as reported. 

In January 2024, the manufacturer recalled Chevy Bolt vehicles due to the risk of fire, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will replace the tailgate release switch free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by January 13, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This GM tailgate recall affects more than 132,000 pickup trucks. 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 GMC recall check. 

Bojan PopicGM expands Silverado, Sierra tailgate recall
Hyundai recalls Santa Fe, Elantra cars with blank rearview cameras

Hyundai recalls Santa Fe, Elantra cars with blank rearview cameras 

December 13, 2024 Bojan Popic

Fountain Valley, CA – December 13, 2024 – Hyundai (OTCMKTS:HYMTF) is recalling 226,118 cars and SUVs whose rearview camera may fail to display an image. This ups the risk of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2022 Hyundai Elantra N
  • 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe PHV
  • 2021 – 2022 Santa Fe HEV
  • 2021 – 2022 Hyundai Elantra
  • 2021 – 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe
  • 2021 – 2022 Hyundai Elantra HEV

Recall summary  

In the affected cars, the camera may malfunction because of a manufacturing flaw, cutting off the image feed.   

Recall risks

An inoperable rearview camera limits visibility while backing up, which augments the risk of a crash and injury.

Other Hyundai recalls

Earlier this month, Hyundai recalled over 145,000 EV Genesis and Ioniq models over a charging issue that may cause them to stall.   

In August 2024, the manufacturer recalled close to 50,000 Santa Fe SUVs due to faulty airbags, as reported.

The repair

Dealers will replace the cameras free of charge. 

The owners should receive letters with more information by January 19, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Hyundai rearview camera recall affects almost 230,000 cars and SUVs. To do a Hyundai recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

Bojan PopicHyundai recalls Santa Fe, Elantra cars with blank rearview cameras 
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