Multiple Recalls on Major Car Brands

Attention vehicle owners! We’ve got crucial information regarding potential recalls that might concern your vehicle’s safety. If your vehicle is among those listed below, take immediate action by clicking on the provided NHTSA Recall ID Number to learn more about the safety issue and the recall’s rationale.

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V616
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Subject : Driveshaft May Break
Affected Makes and Models: KENWORTH K270, KENWORTH K370, PETERBILT 220 (2023)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V617
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Subject : Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect or Leak Fuel
Affected Makes and Models: KENWORTH T280, KENWORTH T380, KENWORTH T480, PETERBILT 536, PETERBILT 537, PETERBILT 548 (2023-2024)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V619
Manufacturer : Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Subject : No Warning When Key is Left in Ignition/FMVSS 114
Affected Makes and Models: VOLKSWAGEN JETTA (2019)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V620
Manufacturer : Ducati North America
Subject : Side Stand May Open Unexpectedly While Riding
Affected Makes and Models: DUCATI XDIAVEL, DUCATI XDIAVEL S (2018-2020)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V621
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Subject : AC Electrical Connection May Overheat
Affected Makes and Models: THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 (2024)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V622
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Subject : Front Passenger Knee Air Bag May Not Deploy
Affected Makes and Models: BMW X5, BMW X6, BMW X7, BMW XM (2023-2024)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V623
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Subject : Loose Battery Cables May Cause Fire
Affected Makes and Models: ALFA ROMEO TONALE, DODGE HORNET (2023-2024)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V624
Manufacturer : Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company
Subject : Loss of Drive Power from Software Error
Affected Makes and Models: MIDWEST FIRE ALL-POLY SERIES (2022-2023)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V625
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Subject : Unsecured Transmission May Cause Rollaway
Affected Makes and Models: FORD E-350, FORD F-650 SD, FORD F-750 SD (2024-2025)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V626
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Subject : High Voltage Battery May Short Circuit
Affected Makes and Models: FORD EXPLORER, LINCOLN AVIATOR (2020-2022)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V628
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Subject : Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Affected Makes and Models: NISSAN ALTIMA, NISSAN SENTRA (2019-2021)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V629
Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Subject : Front Tow Eye May Detach During Towing
Affected Makes and Models: MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300 (2023)

NHTSA Recall ID Number : 23V634
Manufacturer : Kia America, Inc.
Subject : Loss of Drive Power from Fuel Pump Failure
Affected Makes and Models: KIA STINGER (2018-2021)

So, what’s a recall, you might ask? Essentially, if a vehicle is found to pose an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards, manufacturers or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) step in. The manufacturer is then obliged to rectify the issue at no cost to the owner, which might involve repairs, replacements, or even refunds in certain cases.

If your vehicle is part of this recall, acting swiftly is vital. The potential risks to you and your passengers are not to be taken lightly. Keep an eye out for a letter from the manufacturer explaining the recall, the remedy’s availability, and contact details for repair. In case you don’t receive a letter but suspect your vehicle is impacted, reach out to NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or contact your manufacturer or dealership. Your safety is paramount, so let’s make sure we’re all driving with peace of mind.

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