The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced several vehicle recalls affecting multiple manufacturers and models due to various safety concerns.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Recall ID: 25V638
Issue: Damaged seat belt retractor
Models Affected:
- 2025 Audi A5
- 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron
- 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron
- 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
- 2025 Audi S5
- 2025 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron
- 2025 Volkswagen Golf R
- 2025 Volkswagen GTI
General Motors, LLC
Recall ID: 25V639
Issue: Insufficient pedestrian warning sound (FMVSS 141 noncompliance)
Model Affected:
- 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
BMW of North America, LLC
Recall ID: 25V643
Issue: Improperly connected battery cables
Models Affected:
- 2026 BMW 430i
- 2026 BMW M4
Recall ID: 25V644
Issue: Starter motor may fail and overheat
Models Affected:
- 2020 BMW 340i
- 2020–2022 BMW 740Li
- 2020–2025 BMW 840i
- 2019–2020 BMW X5
- 2020 BMW X6
- 2019–2020 BMW X7
Kia America, Inc.
Recall ID: 25V649
Issue: Fire risk from HVAC wiring harness
Models Affected:
- 2021–2023 Kia Sorento
Volvo Car USA, LLC
Recall ID: 25V654
Issue: Power-operated tailgate may drop suddenly
Model Affected:
- 2025 Volvo EX90
Nissan North America, Inc.
Recall ID: 25V655
Issue: Fire risk from quick-charging battery
Models Affected:
- 2021–2022 Nissan Leaf
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Recall ID: 25V656
Issue: Driveshaft may deform and break
Models Affected:
- 2025 Toyota Tacoma
- 2025 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid
Vehicle owners can check if their specific car is affected by these recalls by entering their license plate number or vehicle identification number (VIN) into NHTSA’s Recall Look-up Tool. If a recall applies, contact a local dealership to schedule a free repair.
