The International Recalls Thread

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Honda recalls certain CR-V SUV's over missing Tire information

Honda has recalled more than 1,700 CR-V SUVs because the tire identification numbers are missing the four-digit date codes.

The recalled 2024 Honda CR-Vs may continue to be driven when they shouldn't if owners cannot identify a tire involved in a recall.

The supplier, Hankook Tire, contacted Honda about tires that were produced without the four-digit tire identification number date codes.

Dealers will inspect the tires and replace them if needed.

Honda CR-V recall letters are expected to be mailed August 12, 2024.

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Alfa Romeo recalls Giulia and Stelvio for incorrect Tire information

About 9,700 Alfa Romeo vehicles are recalled because the tire placards and labels have the wrong tire size and pressure information.

Recalled are 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2021-2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles that don't comply with federal regulations.

Nearly 700 of the Alfa Romeo vehicles are recalled in Canada.

Alfa Romeo recall letters are expected to be mailed August 22, 2024, and dealerships will apply correct tire placards and manufacturer overlay labels.

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Stellantis recalls 332,000 vehicles over faulty seat belt sensor

Stellantis is recalling 332,000 Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep vehicles because sensors on their seat belt connectors are not working properly.

The recall covers the following vehicles made by Stellantis:

• Alfa Romeo Giulia, model years 2017-2024
• Alfa Romeo Stelvio, model years 2018-2025
• Fiat 500E, model year 2024
• Fiat 500X, model years 2019-2023
• Jeep Renegade, model years 2019-2023

Stellantis said it has received 578 reports about the faulty sensor as of June 26, but isn't aware of any accidents or injuries related to the issue.

"A seat belt buckle switch sensor may be improperly connected, preventing the front seat air bag from deploying as intended," Stellantis said in recall documents filed with the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The faulty sensors were installed in the vehicles between September 2016 and June 2024. Stellantis said it will fix the sensor issue for free for owners "by directly wiring the sensor to the harness with a solder tube." Owners must take their vehicle to a local dealership for the repairs, according to the company.

Alfa Romeo, Fiat or Jeep owners who need the repair will be notified by Stellantis by mail around August 22. Owners that have already paid for repairs for the sensor issue can be reimbursed by Stellantis after submitting the original receipt of the service, the company said.

Owners with questions about the recall can contact Fiat Chrysler Automobiles at (800) 853-1403 and give reference number 82B. Owners can also contact NHTSA (888) 327-4236.

The seat belt sensor is the latest in a series of recalls for Stellantis this year. Last month, the automaker recalled almost 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. The recall covered Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and Ram pickup trucks and SUVs.

In March, Stellantis also recalled thousands of Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 cars because of a manufacturing defect that could cause airbags to rupture, spraying metal fragments around the cabin. In February, the company recalled more than 338,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees because of a ball joint issue that could result in a loss of control by the driver, potentially leading to a crash.

Stellantis was formed in 2021 when Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles formally merged with France's Groupe PSA. Stellantis also produces Chrysler, Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles in the U.S. along with a number of foreign brands, including Citroën, Opel and Peugeot.

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Hyundai recalls 67,000 vehicles due to fuel pump issues, software errors

Hyundai is recalling approximately 67,000 vehicles.

The callbacks are the result of two separate recalls. The first recall includes 54,000 recent Genesis, Elantra, Kona and Veloster models. They have fuel pumps that could fail and cause the vehicle to stop moving.

The second recall is for more than 12,000 2024 Santa Fe models. A software error in their transmissions could cause the vehicle to roll away when it is in park.

Affected owners of both recalls will be notified by September 9 for free fixes.

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2024 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV recalled over Rollaway risk

More than 13,100 Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs are recalled because they can roll away even when the gear shifters are in PARK. The recalled 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe transmission control units may have software errors.

According to Hyundai, the Santa Fe dual clutch transmission can be damaged because software errors can engage the clutch and damage the transmission case and parking pawl.

A Santa Fe driver should be aware of noise from the parking pawl, problems shifting into PARK or other gears and any vehicle movement when parked.
About 800 Santa Fe SUVs are recalled in Canada.

Hyundai Santa Fe transmission recall letters will be mailed September 9, 2024. Hyundai dealers will update the transmission control unit software and possibly replace the dual clutch transmissions.

Hyundai's transmission recall number is 263.

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BMW recalls nearly 300,000 SUVs over interior cargo rail issues

BMW is recalling more than 291,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the interior cargo rails can detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The recall covers certain X3 SUVs from the 2018 through 2023 model years.

The company says in documents posted by U.S. safety regulators that dealers will replace the rear cargo rail bolts that attach to the vehicle body. The company expects to notify owners by letter starting Aug. 30.

BMW says in documents posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that in rare cases the attachment to the body could be damaged.

The documents say BMW found out about the problem in August of 2022 after an “extreme rear crash” involving a 2022 BMW X3. BMW was served with legal documents in the case in March of this year, when it was able to inspect the SUV.

The documents don't say whether anyone has been injured due to the problem. A message was left Wednesday seeking comment from BMW.

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Toyota will replace over 100,000 faulty engines in the Tundra and Lexus LX

A Toyota V35A engine replacement recall involves about 112,000 Toyota Tundra trucks and Lexus LX600 SUVs because the main bearings can fail from machining debris left in the engines.

Toyota and Lexus first announced the basics of the V35A engine recall in May, but engineers had not decided what to do about the problem.

Today, Toyota and Lexus announced all the 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra and Lexus LX600 V35A engines will be replaced.

According to the V35A engine replacement recall, the trucks and SUVs are equipped with specific V35A engines that contain crankshaft main bearings which allow the crankshafts to rotate within the engine assemblies.

The problem occurred during a specific period when engine machining debris may not have been cleaned from the V35A engines during manufacturing of the engines. The crankshaft main bearings can fail if there is debris and it sticks to the bearings while the engine is running.

A Toyota Tundra or Lexus LX600 driver may hear the V35A engine knocking or notice it's not running properly. Then the V35A engine can fail and stall while driving, including at high speeds.

About 10,000 V35A engine replacements will occur in Canada.

With questions about the Toyota Tundra engine replacement recall, please call 800-331-4331, or Lexus LX600 owners with questions about the V35A engine replacement recall may call 800-331-4331.

Owners should ask about engine replacement recall numbers 24TB07/24TA07 or 24LB04/24LA04.

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1.8 million Tesla models recalled over Hood-Latch problem

On certain Tesla models, there's a chance that a software issue might prevent the vehicle from detecting a hood that's not fully latched. The worst-case scenario is that the hood flies open while the car is driving down the road and obstructs the view ahead. And if you can't see the road, the odds of getting in a crash obviously increase.

This defect is pretty widespread too, with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reporting that 1,849,638 Tesla models could be affected. The list of recalled Teslas include the Model S (2021 to 2024 model years), the Model 3 (2021 to '24), the Model X (2021 to '24), and the Model Y (2020 to '24). The Cybertruck was not included in the recall.

While the amount of Tesla models affected by the recall is in the millions, the good news is that none of them have to be taken in for physical service. Instead, Tesla says the faulty hood-latch-detection software can be fixed with a free over-the-air update that the automaker has released.

Owners will be notified with a letter in the mail by September 22, 2024. They can also check the Tesla customer service website or the NHTSA recalls website to see if their vehicle is affected.

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Hyundai recalls about 50,000 vehicles over electrical wiring faults linked to airbag failures

Hyundai has recalled nearly 50,000 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid SUVs because the airbags may not deploy in crash impacts, or the airbags may suddenly deploy for no reason.

The recalled 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) may have problems with the main floor wiring harnesses. Those floor wiring harnesses may chafe against the passenger-side second-row bench seat assemblies and become damaged. This is what can cause airbag failures in crashes and inadvertent airbag deployments without crashes.

A 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe rear seat side airbag deployment in South Korea got the attention of Hyundai in April. A South Korea and North America investigation was opened by the automaker so engineers could track down the problem.

Hyundai determined the main floor wiring harness could become damaged, something that caused eight incidents but no crashes or injuries. Hyundai Santa Fe recall letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2024.

Santa Fe drivers should watch for illuminated airbag warning lights. A Hyundai dealer will secure the floor wire harness or replace any damaged harness.

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BMW to recall over 100,000 US vehicles over starter motor concern

BMW is recalling 105,558 crossovers and sedans in the U.S. and will issue a software update to fix concerns related to a starter motor that can overheat, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday.

The recall affects various models, including some X5, X7, 3 and 7 Series models.

"In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload," The NHTSA said.

According to the auto safety regulator, dealers will update the vehicle software for free, with owner notification letters expected to be mailed later in September.
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Hyundai Sonata recall issued for flashing Brake Lights

Hyundai has recalled its 2024 Sonata cars because the brake lights may flash due to software errors.

More than 38,300 Sonatas are involved.

Not only will this cause confusion for any drivers traveling behind the Hyundai Sonata, but the flashing brake lights violate federal safety standards. Hyundai investigated the flashing brake light problem in June following reports about 2024 Sonatas in the U.S.

In July, engineers realized the rear brake light software designed for certain foreign markets was incorrectly applied to U.S. specification vehicles. To date, Hyundai is not aware of any crashes, injuries or incidents related to the flashing brake lights in the U.S.

Hyundai Sonata brake light recall letters should be mailed October 5, 2024, and dealerships will update the rear brake light software.

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Toyota recalls 33,000 vehicles for inaccurate Sticker

Toyota issued a recall spanning 33,848 vehicles due to an issue regarding incorrect load-carrying-capacity stickers. The recall spans the majority of models Toyota sells in North America and covers 22 models ranging from the company's sports cars to its pickup trucks and family vehicles.

Unlike most recalls, which are generally tied to production issues or faulty hardware, this recall originated with Gulf States Toyota, a dealership group based in Texas. The company is an official distributor of Toyota accessories. Naturally, adding new bits and bobs to your car impacts the load capacity by adding more weight to the car. Add 150 pounds of gear, and the listed load capacity decreases by 150 pounds—requiring an updated load-carrying-capacity sticker.

According to documents associated with the recall, Gulf States Toyota discovered a vehicle with an incorrectly modified sticker, which led to the recall. According to the documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the relevant safety standard FMVSS 110 S10.2 requires "that the amount of weight the load-carrying capacity is reduced by be accurate within 1 percent of the actual added weight." Owners with an incorrect sticker may accidentally overload their vehicle, increasing the likelihood of a crash.

Recall documents state that notification letters will be sent to dealerships on or before August 9, while letters will be sent to owners on or before September 16. The notification letters to owners will include corrected stickers for each model along with detailed replacement instructions. The company will also offer free replacements at any Toyota dealership. Owners who want to know if their vehicle may be involved in the recall can check the NHTSA recalls website or Toyota's recall tool.

The recall population includes:

• 2023–2024 BZ4X
• 2025 Camry Hybrid
• 2024 Corolla
• 2023–2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid
• 2023–2025 Crown
• 2024 4Runner
• 2023–2024 Highlander, Highlander Hybrid
• 2024 Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid
• 2023–2024 GR Corolla
• 2024 GR86
• 2023 GR Supra
• 2024 Land Cruiser Hybrid
• 2023–2024 Prius, Prius Prime
• 2023–2024 Sequoia Hybrid
• 2024 Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid
• 2023–2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid
• 2023–2024 Venza Hybrid

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Hyundai Genesis coupe recalled over potential unintended vehicle movement

A 2010-2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe recall involves more than 17,600 cars because of problems with the ignition lock switches which may break.

In more detail, Hyundai says the return spring in the ignition lock switch may fracture which can cause unintended vehicle movement when the car is started in gear.

The problem won't be as bad or may not occur at all if the parking brake is engaged. The car could move unless the brake or clutch pedals are pushed or if the brake pedal isn't set.

Hyundai is aware of three U.S. crashes from years ago, but there have been no injuries or fatalities.

Hyundai expects to mail Genesis Coupe ignition switch recall letters September 2024, then dealerships will replace the ignition lock switches.

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Ford, Mazda issue do-not-drive warning for vehicles with Takata airbags

Ford and Mazda have issued do-not-drive warnings for more than 457,000 vehicles equipped with recalled Takata air bags, federal safety regulators said Tuesday.

The defective air bags can explode when deployed, hurling metal fragments at the driver and passengers. It’s the latest in a line of advisories and recalls over the Takata devices spanning more than a decade.

The advisory covers about 374,000 Ford vehicles from the 2004 through 2014 model years, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, including certain Ranger, Edge, Mustang and Fusion models. It also covers about 83,000 Mazdas from the 2003 to 2015 model years, including older B-Series and Mazda6 models. The vehicles have all been subject to earlier recalls but have been repaired, NHTSA said.

Owners can check whether their vehicle is included in the advisory on the NHTSA website. If the vehicle is listed, owners should not drive it and should contact their dealership to schedule a free repair. Ford and Mazda are offering free towing, mobile repair and loaner vehicles, NHTSA said.

Some of the affected vehicles are more than 20 years old, which increases the risk of an air bag rupturing during a crash, NHTSA said. The Ford and Mazda callbacks are the latest in a long line of safety issues with Takata air bags. More than 100 million vehicles have been recalled in the past decade over a defect that can improperly inflate the air bags and send shrapnel flying. In the past two years, at least four manufacturers have issued “do not drive” warnings connected to Takata air bags in older vehicles, including one last month by BMW affecting 394,000 vehicles.

Roughly 765,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles worldwide still have defective Takata air bags, Ford said in a release Tuesday. The company said it has attempted to reach U.S. owners more than 121 million times since the recalls began and will continue to issue notifications every month.

Takata went bankrupt in 2017 and sold off its assets as a result of the widespread recalls, but no major automaker has come close to removing every Takata air bag from previously sold vehicles, The Washington Post has reported. Research from vehicle-information company Carfax estimates that 6.4 million cars still carry defective air bags as of May 2024.
More than two dozen people in the United States have been killed and at least 400 injured by defective Takata air bags, NHTSA said.

The affected Ford models are:

• 2004-2011 Ranger
• 2005-2006 GT
• 2005-2014 Mustang
• 2006-2012 Fusion
• 2006-2012 Lincoln MKZ/Zephyr
• 2006-2012 Mercury Milan
• 2007-2010 Edge
• 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX

The affected Mazda models are:

• 2004-2009 B-Series
• 2003-2013 Mazda6
• 2006-2007 MazdaSpeed6
• 2004-2011 RX-8
• 2004-2006 MPV
• 2007-2012 CX-7
• 2007-2015 CX-9

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Cadillac recalls over 24,000 Lyriq EVs because the Brakes might malfunction

General Motors has recalled more than 24,000 of its all-electric Cadillac LYRIQ all-wheel-drive SUVs because drivers may lose the brakes. Recalled are 2023-2024 Cadillac LYRIQ SUVs because the antilock brake systems (ABS) may activate unexpectedly and release brake pressure in the brake systems.

GM opened an investigation in May following two reports of minor crashes caused by a loss of braking.

Cadillac LYRIQ recall letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2024, and dealers will send an over-the-air electronic brake control module software update. However, an owner may also have a dealer perform the update.

More than 2,700 of the Cadillacs are recalled in Canada.

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