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Welcome to CDG’s Automaker Recall Tracker, a real-time dashboard for the latest recall developments from every major automaker—and what they mean for dealers on the ground.
Last updated at 11:30 a.m. EST on 8/8/25
JULY 2025
Kia issues two structure-related recalls impacting over 300,000 vehicles.
Kia announced two recalls on July 28 affecting Telluride and K5 models. Both involve trim pieces that may detach while driving, creating potential road hazards dealers need to manage. Over 300,000 vehicles are affected.
July 28: Door Belt Molding Trim Can Detach
Brand: Kia
Recalled Part(s): Door belt molding trim
# of Vehicles Affected: 201,149
Models Affected: 2023–2025 Telluride
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters expected September 26, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect and replace belt molding trim assemblies as necessary free of charge
Fix Status: Replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V494000
July 28: Rear Window Trim Pieces May Detach
Brand: Kia
Recalled Part(s): Left and right rear window trim pieces (C-pillar assemblies)
# of Vehicles Affected: 100,063
Models Affected: 2023–2025 K5
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters expected September 26, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect and replace C-pillar trim assemblies as necessary free of charge
Fix Status: Replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V493000
Ford recalls hit triple digits in July, spotlighting mounting fuel system and software risks.
Ford has announced three major recalls in July affecting over 2.2 million vehicles, further accelerating its record-setting pace of safety actions in 2025.
July 16: Fuel Injector Fire Risk
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Fuel injector
# of Vehicles Affected: 694,271
Models Affected: 2021–2024 Bronco Sport, 2020–2022 Escape (1.5L engines)
Recall Cost Estimate: $570 million (to be reflected in Q2 2025 results)
Recall Timeline: Announced July 2025; expands on earlier 2022 & 2024 recalls that included software fixes only
Recalls to date: 90 (surpassing GM’s 77 recalls set in 2014)
Sales context: Despite recall challenges, Ford’s Q2 sales rose 14.2%, driven by strong demand for trucks, hybrids, and SUVs
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V467000
July 14: Fuel Pump Stall Risk
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Fuel pump
# of Vehicles Affected: 850,318
Models Affected: Bronco, F-150, Explorer, Mustang, Super Duty trucks, Lincoln Aviator, Navigator
Dealer Action: Dealers ordered to immediately stop selling affected vehicles; penalties up to $27,168 per vehicle for non-compliance
Fix Status: Remedy under development; no fix currently available
July 4: Rearview Camera Software Glitch
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Rearview camera software
# of Vehicles Affected: 200,061
Models Affected:
Ford: Bronco Sport (2021–2024), EcoSport (2020–2021), Edge (2019–2020), Escape (2020–2022), Expedition (2020–2021), Explorer (2020–2024), F-150 (2019–2020), F-250 SD (2020–2022), Fusion (2019–2020), Maverick (2022–2024), Mustang (2019–2023), Ranger (2019–2023), Transit (2020–2023), Transit Connect (2018–2022)
Lincoln: Aviator (2020–2023), Continental (2019–2020), Corsair (2020–2022), MKZ (2019–2020), Nautilus (2019–2020), Navigator (2020–2021)
Recall Reason: Software glitch causing rearview cameras to display blank or frozen images, impairing driver visibility and increasing crash risk
Fix Status: Free software updates to be provided at dealerships
Owner Notification: Letters scheduled for delivery by July 28
Nissan recalls 440,000 vehicles for engine failure risk.
Nissan is recalling 443,899 vehicles due to faulty engine bearings that could cause engine failure, according to the NHTSA.
Quick facts:
Brand: Nissan
Recalled Part(s): Engine bearings
# of Vehicles Affected: 443,899
Models Affected: 2021–2024 Rogue, 2019–2020 Altima, select Infiniti models (1.5L and 2.0L VC-Turbo engines)
Recall Process: Vehicles inspected by oil pan removal; clean oil receives fresh oil and maintenance; metal debris triggers engine repair or replacement
Quality note: This recall exposes a major quality control flaw in Nissan’s variable compression technology, the very engine innovation the company has heavily promoted as cutting-edge engineering.
JUNE 2025
Mustang Mach-E lockout issue triggers stop-delivery order.
Ford $F has halted dealer deliveries of over 300,000 Mustang Mach-E SUVs (2021–2025 models) due to a lockout issue tied to unexpected 12-volt battery discharges. This can cause front-door electric latches to freeze in their last locked or unlocked position.
Quick facts:
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): 12-volt battery and door latch system
# of Vehicles Affected: 196,911 in the U.S., 120,000 globally
Recall Reason: Battery discharge causing door locks to retain last position, risking lockout
Dealer Action: Immediate stop on demonstrations and deliveries of affected vehicles
Fix Status: Pending software update; no official release date yet
Safety Impact: No reported injuries or accidents linked to the issue
Honda recalls 259,000 vehicles over brake pedal risk.
Honda is recalling 259,033 U.S. vehicles due to faulty brake pedals that can shift out of position, potentially hindering braking and increasing crash risk, per the NHTSA.
Quick facts:
Brand: Honda
Recalled Part(s): Brake pedal
# of Vehicles Affected: 259,033
Models Affected: 2021–2025 Acura TLX, 2023–2025 Acura MDX, 2023–2025 Honda Pilot
Recall Reason: Brake pedal may shift position, reducing braking effectiveness
Fix Status: Recall start date and repair timeline not yet announced
Safety note: Owners should prioritize prompt repairs once notified due to braking safety concerns
MAY 2025
Mazda recalls 12,244 MX-5 vehicles for traction control indicator light failure.
Mazda is recalling 12,244 2024–2025 MX-5 vehicles due to a software error causing the Traction Control System (TCS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator lights to fail to illuminate, which may prevent drivers from being warned of system issues.
Quick facts:
Date: May 22, 2025
Brand: Mazda
Recalled Part(s): Traction Control System (TCS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) indicator light, DSC unit
# of Vehicles Affected: 12,244
Models Affected: 2024–2025 Mazda MX-5
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters expected to be mailed July 21, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will replace the DSC unit free of charge
Fix Status: DSC unit replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V336000
Nissan recalls 79,755 Frontier and Kicks vehicles for rearview camera display failure.
Nissan is recalling 79,755 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles due to software issues that may cause the center information display to go blank when shifted into reverse, reducing rear visibility.
Quick facts:
Date: May 16, 2025
Brand: Nissan
Recalled Part(s): Center information display software
# of Vehicles Affected: 79,755
Models Affected: 2025 Frontier, 2025 Kicks
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed July 10, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will update center information display software free of charge
Fix Status: Software update available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V324000
APRIL 2025
GM recalls nearly 600,000 trucks and SUVs for potential engine failure.
General Motors is recalling 597,571 2021–2024 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles due to manufacturing defects in connecting rod and/or crankshaft components that may cause engine damage or failure.
Quick facts:
Date: April 24, 2025
Brand: General Motors
Recalled Part(s): Connecting rod and crankshaft engine components
# of Vehicles Affected: 597,571
Models Affected: 2021–2024 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed June 6, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect engines and repair or replace as necessary; passing vehicles receive oil system updates and owner's manual revisions
Fix Status: Inspection and repair/replacement available free of charge
NHTSA Campaign #: N252494000
Honda recalls 152,800 Acura MDX vehicles for tailgate lighting failures.
Honda is recalling 152,800 2014–2020 Acura MDX vehicles due to moisture intrusion in the tailgate lid light assembly and wiring harness, causing multiple interior and exterior lights to fail.
Quick facts:
Date: April 17, 2025
Brand: Honda
Recalled Part(s): Tailgate lid light assembly, wiring harness
# of Vehicles Affected: 152,800
Models Affected: 2014–2020 Acura MDX
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed May 30, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect wiring, install fuse harness, replace lid light, and repair body dust sealer as needed, free of charge
Fix Status: Inspection and repairs available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V259000
MARCH 2025
Ford’s mid-March to late-March recall wave covers multiple safety issues across SUVs and trucks.
Ford announced four recalls between March 14 and March 28 affecting nearly 250,000 vehicles. These cover electrical systems, fuel injectors, steering, and seat belts, adding to dealer workloads and owner concerns.
March 14: Loss of Drive Power from Undetected Low Battery
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Body control module and powertrain control module
# of Vehicles Affected: 48,066
Models Affected: 2021–2024 Bronco Sport, 2022–2023 Maverick
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed April 23, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will recalibrate control modules free of charge
Fix Status: Recalibration planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V158000
March 14: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Image Processing Module software
# of Vehicles Affected: 49,399
Models Affected: 2020–2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020–2022 Lincoln Corsair
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed April 25, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will update software free of charge
Fix Status: Software update available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V159000
March 14: Steering Column Shifter May Detach
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Steering column shifter
# of Vehicles Affected: 11,621
Models Affected: 2025 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed April 28, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect and replace steering column as necessary
Fix Status: Inspection and replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V163000
March 28: Seat Belt May Fail to Retract or Extend
Brand: Ford
Recalled Part(s): Seat belt pretensioner and retractor
# of Vehicles Affected: 112,949
Models Affected: 2018–2020 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator
Recall Timeline: Interim letters mailed May 23, 2025; second notice pending final remedy (parts expected Q3 2025)
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect and replace seat belt retractors as needed free of charge
Fix Status: Inspection and replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V197000
Volkswagen Group recalls 44,387 Audi vehicles for instrument panel display failure.
Volkswagen Group (Audi) is recalling 44,387 vehicles including 2021 SQ8, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 models due to a software error that may cause the instrument panel display to fail.
Quick facts:
Date: March 31, 2025
Brand: Volkswagen Group (Audi)
Recalled Part(s): Instrument panel module software
# of Vehicles Affected: 44,387
Models Affected: 2021 SQ8, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, SQ7
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed April 24, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will update instrument panel module software free of charge
Fix Status: Software update available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V201000
FEBRUARY 2025
Rivian recalls 17,260 R1S and R1T vehicles for headlight low beam failure.
Rivian is recalling 17,260 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles due to headlight low beams that may fail to illuminate in cold weather, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
Quick facts:
Date: February 13, 2025
Brand: Rivian
Recalled Part(s): Headlight control modules
# of Vehicles Affected: 17,260
Models Affected: 2025 R1S and R1T
Recall Timeline: Interim owner notification letters mailed March 28, 2025; second notice planned when remedy is available (expected Summer 2025)
Dealer Action: Dealers will replace headlight control modules free of charge
Fix Status: Replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V085000
Volkswagen Group recalls 20,201 Audi vehicles over high-voltage battery overheating.
Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 20,201 Audi Q5 (2021–2024) and A7 E Hybrid PHEV (2022) vehicles due to high-voltage batteries that may overheat, increasing fire risk.
Quick facts:
Date: February 12, 2025
Brand: Volkswagen Group (Audi)
Recalled Part(s): High-voltage battery
# of Vehicles Affected: 20,201
Models Affected: 2021–2024 Audi Q5, 2022 Audi A7 E Hybrid PHEV
Recall Timeline: Interim owner notification letters mailed February 28 and May 7, 2025; phased recall with final remedy expected Q2 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy; owners advised not to charge vehicles until battery replacement or final fix
Fix Status: Phased recall with software updates and battery replacements planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V080000
Toyota issues multiple recalls in February, addressing brake hose and seat belt concerns.
Toyota announced two significant recalls in early February affecting over 260,000 vehicles. Both highlight safety-critical issues dealers should prioritize.
February 6: Rear Brake Hose Leak Risk
Brand: Toyota
Recalled Part(s): Rear brake hoses
# of Vehicles Affected: 221,846
Models Affected: 2024–2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive
Recall Timeline: Owner letters mailed August 1, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will replace both rear brake hoses free of charge
Fix Status: Hose replacement available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V058000
February 6: Damaged Second-Row Seat Belt
Brand: Toyota
Recalled Part(s): Second-row center seat belt webbing
# of Vehicles Affected: 40,922
Models Affected:
2025 Camry Hybrid; Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid; 2024–2025 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 HybridRecall Timeline: Owner letters mailed March 20, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will inspect and replace seat belt assemblies if needed, free of charge
Fix Status: Inspection and replacement available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V059000
JANUARY 2025
Jaguar Land Rover recalls 28,370 vehicles for rearview camera display issue.
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 28,370 vehicles due to a touchscreen software issue that may cause the rearview camera image not to display, reducing rear visibility.
Quick facts:
Date: January 16, 2025
Brand: Jaguar Land Rover
Recalled Part(s): Touchscreen software
# of Vehicles Affected: 28,370
Models Affected: 2023 Discovery Sport, 2023–2024 Defender, 2023 Range Rover Evoque
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed March 3, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will update touchscreen software free of charge
Fix Status: Software update available
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V016000
Chrysler recalls 63,130 Jeep Cherokee vehicles for drive power and park function failures.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 63,130 2017–2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles due to a damaged power transfer unit (PTU) that may disengage the transmission and differential, causing loss of drive power or park function.
Quick facts:
Date: January 16, 2025
Brand: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Recalled Part(s): Power transfer unit (PTU), drivetrain control module software
# of Vehicles Affected: 63,130
Models Affected: 2017–2019 Jeep Cherokee
Recall Timeline: Interim owner notifications mailed beginning February 13, 2025; final remedy expected November 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will update drivetrain control module software and replace PTU as needed, free of charge
Fix Status: Software update and PTU replacement planned
NHTSA Campaign #: 25V011000
Kia recalls 74,469 Sorento vehicles over headlight and taillight loss risk.
Kia is recalling 74,469 2024–2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles due to a software error that may cause loss of low beam headlights and taillights, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
Quick facts:
Date: January 13, 2025
Brand: Kia
Recalled Part(s): Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) software
# of Vehicles Affected: 74,469
Models Affected: 2024–2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Recall Timeline: Owner notification letters mailed February 21, 2025
Dealer Action: Dealers will update BDC software free of charge
Fix Status: Software update available
NHTSA Campaign #: SC331
Tesla recalls 239,000 vehicles over rearview camera failure risk.
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Tesla is recalling 239,382 vehicles due to a circuit board issue that can cause loss of the rearview camera image, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.
Quick facts:
Date: January 6, 2025
Brand: Tesla
Recalled Part(s): Rearview camera computer circuit board
# of Vehicles Affected: 239,382
Recall Timeline: Owner letters mailed March 7, 2025
Dealer Action: Identify affected vehicles and replace computers if needed
Fix Status: Over-the-air software update available; hardware replacement free if failure detected
NHTSA Campaign #: SB-25-00-001
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