WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released a comprehensive list of new vehicle recalls as of late December 2025, affecting hundreds of thousands of vehicles ranging from luxury sedans and family SUVs to commercial school buses and trailers.
The most significant recall in terms of volume comes from Ford Motor Company, affecting over 272,000 vehicles due to a rollaway risk. Other major manufacturers, including General Motors, Honda, and Mercedes-Benz, have also identified critical safety defects involving airbags, braking systems, and powertrain failures.
Major Passenger Vehicle Recalls
A wide variety of popular consumer models are under investigation for defects that could increase the risk of crashes or injuries.
| Manufacturer | Affected Models | Subject | NHTSA ID |
| Ford | F-150 Lightning (2022-26), Maverick (2025-26), Mustang Mach-E (2024-26) | Vehicle Rollaway Risk: Park module may fail to lock. | 25V863 |
| Honda | CR-V Fuel Cell EV (2025) | Loss of Drive Power: Potential electrical short. | 25V858 |
| Acura | ILX (2016-2020) | Reduced Brake Function: Issues with braking performance. | 25V859 |
| GMC | Canyon (2024-2026) | Airbag Malfunction: Passenger airbag may deploy improperly. | 25V856 |
| BMW | X3 (2025-2026) | Steering Failure: Unintended steering wheel movement. | 25V857 |
| Kia | Sportage & Sportage PHEV (2023-2025) | Instrument Panel Failure: Blank screens (FMVSS 101). | 25V874 |
| Mercedes-Benz | AMG E 53 4MATIC+ Wagon (2025) | Loss of Drive Power: Damaged wiring harness. | 25V865 |
| Volkswagen | Tiguan (2025) | Airbag Failure: Front passenger airbag may not deploy. | 25V854 |
Critical Safety Risks for School & Transit Buses
A sweeping recall has been issued for several major bus manufacturers regarding wheelchair restraint retractors. The NHTSA warns that these retractors may not lock, preventing wheelchairs from being properly secured and posing a severe risk to passengers during transit.
- Thomas Built Buses (Daimler): Multiple models including Saf-T-Liner C2, HDX, and EFX (2025-2027). (IDs: 25V849, 25V850)
- Blue Bird Body Company: All American and Vision School Buses (2026-2027). (IDs: 25V851, 25V852)
- International Motors (IC Bus): CE and SB series (2026-2027). (IDs: 25V879, 25V880)
- Rollx Vans & Vantage Mobility: Various modified vans including Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, and Toyota Sienna (2010-2026). (IDs: 25V876, 25V877)
Commercial & Specialized Vehicles
- Great Dane Trailers: 2024-2025 Champion trailers are being recalled because the lift gate may fail, posing a crush hazard. (ID: 25V848)
- Motor Coach Industries (MCI): A massive historical recall (1988-2022) for various models due to incorrect front door glaze material that does not meet safety standards. (ID: 25V853)
- Ram Trucks: 2025 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 models are under recall for disabled driver-side airbags and seat belt pretensioners. (ID: 25V882)
What Owners Should Do
To find out if your specific vehicle is part of any of these recalls, owners are urged to:
- Locate your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), usually found on the lower left of the windshield or your registration card.
- Enter the VIN into the Recall Look-up Tool..
- If a recall is active, contact your local dealership to schedule a FREE repair.
Under federal law, all safety recall repairs are provided at no cost to the consumer.
