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Nationwide Vehicle Recall Alert Issued for Multiple Models Including Jeep

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a series of vehicle recalls affecting several models due to various safety risks that could potentially lead to injury or death if not addressed. Vehicle owners are urged to check if their vehicles are involved in the recalls and seek repairs immediately, which will be provided at no cost.

Recalls include:

  • Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued recalls for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler due to obstructed tail lights (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V585) and for the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee due to insufficient welds on child seat tethers (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V586).
  • Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing recalls the 2025 Lexus UX Hybrid because of potential loss of drive power from a damaged wire harness (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V587).
  • BMW of North America, LLC has recalled the 2018 BMW 540D over concerns that a coolant leak inside the EGR module may cause a fire (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V588).
  • General Motors, LLC is recalling the 2023-2024 Cadillac Lyriq models due to potential loss of brakes from unexpected ABS activation (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V589).
  • Ford Motor Company has multiple recalls:
    • 2022 Ford Maverick for potential loss of drive power due to undetected low battery (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V590).
    • 2023-2024 Ford Transit models because of steering columns assembled with incorrect bolts (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V591).
    • 2024 Ford Mustang for potential rear suspension knuckles failure (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V593).
    • 2023 models of Ford Bronco Sport, Maverick, and Mustang Mach E due to potential windshield wiper motor failure (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V594).
    • 2024 Ford Ranger and Lincoln Nautilus models for power windows that may pinch (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V597).
    • 2020-2022 Ford Explorer models over engine failures that may cause fires (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V598).
  • Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC has recalled the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 due to an incorrectly routed brake hose that may leak (NHTSA Recall ID: 24V592).

Vehicle owners can confirm if their vehicle is affected by visiting the NHTSA website and using the VIN Look-up Tool. If your vehicle is included in the recall, it is crucial to have it repaired promptly to avoid any risks. Owners should expect to receive a notification letter from the manufacturer with detailed instructions on how to proceed. For further assistance, contact NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or reach out to your dealer.

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