Ford recalls trucks and SUVs over inoperable wipers

Ford recalls trucks and SUVs over inoperable wipers

April 14, 2026 Bojan Popic ,

Dearborn, MI – April 14, 2026 – Ford (NYSE:F), which also owns the Lincoln brand, is recalling 422,613 trucks and SUVs whose wipers may stop working. The defect reduces visibility, upping the chances of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2021 – 2023 Ford Expedition 
  • 2022 – 2023 Ford F-250 SD
  • 2022 – 2023 Ford F-350 SD
  • 2022 – 2023 Ford F-450 SD
  • 2022 – 2023 Ford F-550 SD
  • 2022 – 2023 Ford F-600 SD
  • 2021 – 2023 Lincoln Navigator

The recall comes on the back of thousands of warranty claims.

 Recall summary

A car’s wiper blade is attached to the wiper arm that swipes it across the windshield when engaged.  In the affected vehicles, the arms were not seated correctly, which could prevent the wipers from moving as intended. 

Recall risks

Inoperable windshield wipers reduce visibility, especially in poor weather, upping the chances of a crash. 

Warning signs

The driver may notice the wipers move erratically when engaged. 

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the heels of “1,538 warranty reports, 11 field reports, and three customer service reports.” No injuries or accidents have been reported.

Other Ford recalls

In February 2026, Ford recalled approximately 45,000 electric SUVs whose headlights could have stopped working, as reported.

In January 2026, more than 270,000 Ford hybrid and EVs were recalled over a rollaway risk, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers are expected to inspect and replace the wiper arms free of charge. However, the remedy is not currently available as the “inspection process is being evaluated.”

Letters “notifying owners of the safety risk” were slated to be mailed between April 13, 2026 and April 17, 2026. Another round will go out once the remedy is available.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Close to 443,000 trucks and SUVs are affected by this Ford wiper arm 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 Corolla hybrids over insufficient pedestrian warning

Toyota recalls Corolla hybrids over insufficient pedestrian warning

April 9, 2026 Bojan Popic

Plano, TX – April 9, 2026 – Toyota (NYSE:TM) is recalling 73,528 2023-2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrids that may fail to warn pedestrians of their movement. This defect ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

 Recall summary

The affected hybrids are equipped with an external audio system that warns nearby pedestrians of their approach. Because the system’s speaker is mounted at the front, the pedestrians may not hear it when the vehicle is reversing. 

Recall risks

The pedestrians behind the vehicle may not hear it moving backwards and could get hit by it. 

Other Toyota recalls

In February 2026, more than 160,000 Toyota Tundra pickup trucks were recalled over malfunctioning rearview cameras. 

In December 2025, Toyota recalled nearly 130,000 SUVs and pickup trucks that could have stalled while driving.

The repair

The dealers will update the vehicle’s software to make it louder while reversing. This repair will be free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between May 16, 2026 and May 30, 2026.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Toyota insufficient pedestrian warning recall is affecting nearly 74,000 hybrids. 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 recalls Sierra, Silverado trucks that may stall

GM recalls Sierra, Silverado trucks that may stall

April 7, 2026 Bojan Popic , ,

Warren, MI – April 7, 2026 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet and GMC brands, is recalling 11,787 pickup trucks that may lose power while driving. This defect ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2025 – 2026 GMC Sierra 3500
  • 2025 – 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500

Recall summary

The affected trucks have dual fuel tanks for extended range – a primary at the front and a secondary one behind it. Due to a software glitch, the fuel pump inside the rear tank may fail to transfer gasoline into the front tank, which could starve the engine and cause it to abruptly seize. 

Recall risks

A stalled truck may get hit by other vehicles, especially in dense or fast-moving traffic. 

Other Chevrolet recalls

In March 2026, GM recalled nearly 45,000 trucks and SUVs whose rear wheels could have locked while shifting gears.

In November 2025, the manufacturer recalled approximately 23,000 Cadillac and Chevrolet EVs due to the risk of the driver losing control because of defective tires, as reported.

The repair

Dealers will update the corresponding software free of charge. Drivers who are opted in will receive the same update over-the-air (OTA).

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by April 20, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This GM fuel pump recall affects nearly 12,000 pickup trucks. To do a Chevrolet or GMC recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Toyota recalls Highlander SUVs with unsecured rear seats

Toyota recalls Highlander SUVs with unsecured rear seats

April 2, 2026 Bojan Popic

Plano, TX – April 2, 2026 – Toyota (NYSE:TM) is recalling 550,007 SUVs whose rear seats do not lock properly. This defect reduces occupant protection, upping the chances of an injury. 

The following models are affected: 

  • 2021 – 2024 Toyota Highlander
  • 2021 – 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

 Recall summary

The Highlander’s second-row seat can be reclined into a desired position by tilting the seat backs. Due to a manufacturing flaw,  the recliner mechanism in the affected SUVs may fail to lock the seat’s back after the adjustment is made.  

Recall risks

An unsecured seat back may not hold the passenger firmly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. 

Other Toyota recalls

In February 2026, Toyota recalled over 160,000 Tundra pickups whose rearview cameras could have failed to show an image.

In December 2025, nearly 130,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles were recalled over an engine issue that may have caused them to stall while driving. 

The repair

Dealers will fix the recliner mechanism by replacing a spring that locks it into place. This will be done free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between April 20, 2026 and May 4, 2026.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than half a million SUVs are affected by this Toyota seat back 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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Hyundai recalls Palisade SUVs that may kill occupants

Hyundai recalls Palisade SUVs that may kill occupants

March 31, 2026 Bojan Popic

Fountain Valley, CA – March 31, 2026 – Hyundai (OTCMKTS:HYMTF) is recalling 61,097 SUVs whose seats may trap occupants, upping the risk of an injury or death.

The recall comes on the heels of at least one fatality and four injuries.

The following models are affected:

  • 2026 Hyundai Palisade
  • 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid

Vehicles that are affected by this recall cannot be sold or rented until the repair is performed.

Recall summary

The affected vehicles have second- and third-row power seats that can be tilted or stowed at the push of a button. For unknown reasons, the seats may fail to detect a person and continue moving even after coming in contact with them. 

Recall risks

A power seat that does not stop moving when it comes in contact with the occupant may cause a serious injury.

Warning signs 

The driver may need to manually activate the power functions for the second- and third-row seats. 

Safety tips

The manufacturer advises drivers to ensure that no one is in the seat when it is closing.

Drivers should not press the second row “one-touch tilt-and-slide (walk-in) button” when entering or exiting the third row.

They  should also be careful not to press the “power seat switch panel” during cargo loading as it is reachable from that area.

Stop sale notice 

Dealers cannot sell any new, demo, used or rental vehicles affected by this recall until the defect is repaired.

Other Hyundai recalls

In February 2026, Hyundai recalled nearly 84,000 Genesis vehicles whose dashboards could have gone blank while driving.  

In December 2025, approximately a quarter of a million Hyundai and Kia cars were recalled over a fuel leak that could have caused a vehicle fire. 

The repair

The carmaker is currently working on a solution to this problem. In the interim, it will update the seat software free of charge.

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by May 16, 2026.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 61,000 SUVs are affected by this Hyundai power seat recall. To do a Hyundai recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Stellantis recalls Jeep Wagoner SUVs over fly-away trim

Stellantis recalls Jeep Wagoner SUVs over fly-away trim

March 26, 2026 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – March 29, 2026 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Jeep brand, is recalling 11,767 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S SUVs whose trim may detach while driving. 

This creates a road hazard for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash and injury. 

Recall summary

The liftgate hinges have plastic covers to improve the vehicle’s aerodynamics and appearance. On the affected SUVs, the hinge covers may be loose and could fly off while driving. 

Recall risks

A detached plastic cover may become road debris and cause an accident.

Warning signs

The driver may hear a rattling noise while driving or notice that the hinge cover is not seated correctly. 

Other Jeep recalls

In March 2026, Jeep recalled more than 80,000 Grand Cherokee SUVs whose rear suspensions could have collapsed while driving.

In December 2025, approximately 110,000 hybrid Jeeps were recalled over a stall and fire risk.  

The repair

Dealers will replace liftgate hinge covers free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by May 1, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Nearly 12,000 SUVs are affected by this Jeep liftgate hinge cover 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 cars with faulty seat belt buckles

Kia recalls cars with faulty seat belt buckles

March 24, 2026 Bojan Popic

Irvine, CA – March 24, 2025 – Kia (OTCMKTS:KIMTF) is recalling 39,536 sedans and SUVs whose seat belt buckles cannot be latched correctly. The defect ups the risk of an injury in a crash.

The following cars are affected:

  • 2027 Kia Telluride
  • 2026 Kia K4

Recall summary

The “rear center seatbelt anchor buckle” of the K4 cars and the “third-row center seatbelt anchor buckle” of the Telluride vehicles may not latch correctly due a supplier error.

Recall risks

Seat belts that do not buckle may fail to provide adequate protection to the passenger during a crash.

Other Kia recalls

In December 2025, Kia and its sister company Hyundai recalled 335,000 vehicles that could have caught fire because of a fuel tank leak. 

The companies were previously subject to a US government investigation after they recalled millions of cars over the years due to the risk of fire. The investigation was closed in February 2024.

The repair

Dealers will replace the buckle assembly free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners should be mailed by May 5, 2026.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Kia seat belt buckle recall affects almost 40,000 cars. 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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Volkswagen recalls Jettas that may catch fire

Volkswagen recalls Jettas that may catch fire

March 19, 2026 Bojan Popic

Auburn Mills, MI – March 19, 2026 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) is recalling 48,165 2025-2026 Volkswagen Jetta cars that may catch fire. This defect ups the risk of a crash and injury, or property damage.  

Recall summary

Due to “human error,” the transmission ground wire was not connected correctly during the manufacturing  process. The resulting “open electrical circuit” increases the current draw and may lead to a fire.

Recall risks

The driver or passengers could suffer serious injuries or lose their lives due to a fire. Additionally, the flames could spread to surrounding objects, causing significant property damage.

Safety tips

For information on what to do in the event of fire, please visit the following article.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the heels of six customer complaints. In three cases, the engine compartments caught fire. Fortunately, no one was injured.

Other Volkswagen recalls

In January 2026, Volkswagen recalled roughly 28,000 Audi cars with seat belts that could have failed to secure a child, as reported.

In May 2025, 89,000 Audi were recalled due to the risk of catching fire due to an oil leak, also as reported.

The repair

The dealers will inspect and repair the wire free of charge.

Owners will be notified between March 13, 2026 and May 8, 2026.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Volkswagen fire recall affects over 48,000 compact cars. 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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Nissan recalls expands Rogue recall over stall and fire risk

Nissan recalls expands Rogue recall over stall and fire risk

March 17, 2026 Bojan Popic

Franklin, TN – March 17, 2026 – Nissan (OTCMKTS:NSANY) is recalling 323,917 2023 –2025 Nissan Rogue SUVs that may stall while driving or even burst into flames. This defect ups the risk of a crash and injury.  

This is an expansion of a similar recall from August 2025.

Recall summary

The engine’s internal moving parts have bearings that make their movement smoother. In the affected vehicles, insufficient lubrication may lead to bearing failure, causing catastrophic engine failure and oil leaks. The oil may then ignite and cause a fire.

Recall risks

An engine failure would cause vehicle stalling, increasing the risk of a crash, especially in dense traffic. A fire would greatly up the risk of injury or loss of life.

Warning signs

Before the engine fails, the driver may notice abnormal sounds, vibrations and “rough running,”  accompanied by the malfunction indicator light (MIL) and warning messages on the dashboard. 

Safety tips

For information on what to do in the event of fire, please visit the following article.

Background of the recall

Several Nissan and Infiniti models were recalled in August 2025 over a similar issue that could have caused stalling and vehicle fire. Further analysis, however, revealed that more vehicles are affected by this problem than initially suspected. 

Other Nissan recalls

In February 2026, Nissan recalled more than 26,000 vehicles whose doors could have opened while driving. 

In October 2025, approximately 19,000 Nissan Leaf EVs were recalled because they could have caught fire while charging.  

The repair

The dealers will update the engine’s software, test drive the vehicle, and, in some cases, inspect the oil pan for metal debris. Should these tests prove the engine is damaged, it will be replaced. This repair will be free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by March 27, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 324,000 SUVs are affected by this Nissan engine failure recall. To do a Nissan recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Mercedes-Benz issues third recall for EVs that may catch fire

Mercedes-Benz issues third recall for EVs that may catch fire

March 13, 2026 Bojan Popic

Jacksonville, FL – March 13, 2026 – Mercedes-Benz (OTCMKTS:MBGYY) is recalling 11,895 electric vehicles that may catch fire while driving or parked. This defect significantly ups the risk of a crash and injury.

The following models are affected:

  • 2023 – 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+
  • 2022 – 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4Matic
  • 2022 – 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4Matic

These vehicles were already recalled over the same issue in February 2025 but the repairs performed were not sufficient. 

Recall summary

A high-voltage battery powers the vehicle’s electric motors and other electronic systems. In the affected EVs, the battery may short-circuit and overheat, which can lead to a fire while driving or parked.  

Recall risks

Occupants may get seriously injured inside a burning vehicle. Furthermore, the fire may spread to surrounding objects, causing property damage. 

Warning signs

The driver might see a high-voltage battery warning message on the dashboard if the battery overheats while driving. There will be no warning if the car catches fire while parked.

Safety tips

For information on what to do in the event of fire, please visit the following article.

Before the remedy is completed, owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to “charge their vehicle’s battery to a maximum of 80%” until the vehicle is repaired. 

Background of the recall

Mercedes-Benz already tried to solve this problem by recalling these vehicles in February 2025, as reported. The software update performed at that instance, however, was not sufficient to prevent the high-voltage battery from overheating. 

Other Mercedes-Benz recalls

In August 2025, Mercedes-Benz recalled more than 43,000 Metris vans whose rearview cameras could have failed to show an image.   

The repair

The dealers will replace the high-voltage battery free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by April 3, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Mercedes-Benz battery fire recall affects nearly 12,000 EVs. To do a Mercedes-Benz recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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