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Multiple Vehicle Recalls Issued for 2020–2026 Models Including Honda

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced several recalls affecting vehicles from Audi, Honda, Ford, Kia, and Hyundai due to various safety issues.

Audi Recall – Missing Rivet on Front Seat Belt Buckles (ID: 25V777)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has recalled the following 2025 Audi models due to a missing rivet on the front seat belt buckles, which could affect seat belt performance:

  • Audi Q7 (2025)
  • Audi Q8 (2025)
  • Audi RS Q8 (2025)
  • Audi SQ8 (2025)

Honda Recall – Loss of Drive Power from Software Error (ID: 25V785)
American Honda Motor Co. has recalled the 2023–2025 Honda Accord Hybrid for a software error that may cause a loss of drive power.

Ford Recalls

  • Loss of Vehicle Stability Control and Brake Power Assist (ID: 25V787):
    Affects 2025 Ford Escape and 2025 Ford Maverick models.
  • Instrument Panel Display Failure (ID: 25V788):
    Involves 2025–2026 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport models.
  • High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit (ID: 25V789):
    Affects 2020–2024 Ford Escape PHEV and 2021–2024 Lincoln Corsair PHEV models.
  • Engine Cover May Become Excessively Hot (ID: 25V793):
    Impacts 2021 Ford E-350 and E-450 models.

Kia Recall – Fuel Tank May Leak (ID: 25V794)
Kia America, Inc. has recalled 2021–2024 Kia K5 vehicles due to a potential fuel tank leak.

Hyundai Recalls

  • Fuel Tank May Leak (ID: 25V796):
    Affects 2020–2023 Hyundai Sonata models.
  • Seat Belt Retractors Not Secured Properly (ID: 25V797):
    Involves the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Owners can check if their vehicle is affected by visiting NHTSA’s Recall Look-up Tool and entering their license plate or vehicle identification number (VIN). If a recall is listed, repairs can be completed at a local dealership free of charge.

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