INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a sweeping series of recall notices affecting a vast array of vehicles, ranging from luxury sports cars and electric bikes to heavy-duty trucks and recreational vehicles.
The notices, released this week, highlight critical safety concerns including fire risks, braking failures, and structural instabilities across dozens of popular models.
Several high-profile manufacturers are facing recalls for defects that could lead to accidents or injury:
- Toyota & BMW Fire Risk: A significant recall (26V056) has been issued for a wide range of BMW models (2, 3, 4, and 5-series, plus X3, X4, and Z4) and the Toyota Supra (2021–2023). The starter motors in these vehicles may overheat, posing a serious fire hazard.
- Toyota Prius Door Safety: Owners of 2023–2026 Toyota Prius models (including Hybrid and Prime) are warned that unlocked rear doors may open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.
- Honda/Acura Seating Issues: Certain Honda Accords, HR-Vs, Pilots, and Acura Integras are being recalled due to improperly tightened driver’s seat frames, which may not protect occupants correctly during a crash.
- Chrysler/Jeep Suspension & Towing: The Jeep Grand Cherokee (2021–2023) faces a recall for rear coil springs that may detach. Additionally, a separate recall affects RAM trucks and Jeep Wagoneer S models for trailer brake failures and lighting malfunctions.
Luxury and Performance Brands
Even high-end manufacturers are not exempt from the latest safety updates:
- Lamborghini: The 2024–2025 Revuelto is under recall because the rearview camera image may fail to display.
- Ducati: Performance motorcycles, including the Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 (2025–2026), are reporting a total loss of rear braking capability.
Heavy Duty and Recreational Vehicles
The RV and commercial sectors saw a high volume of alerts this week:
- Ford: The 2026 E-Transit faces a high-voltage battery fire risk, while standard Transit vans (2023–2024) may have improperly secured engine crossmembers.
- Grand Design RV: New 2026 Lineage and Solitude models are being recalled for water tank heating pad failures and improperly secured seating.
- Pierce Manufacturing: Emergency responders should note that several 2025 Fire Apparatus models (including the Enforcer and Velocity) have steering linkage arms that may detach.
Summary of Key Recalls
| Manufacturer | Primary Issue | Affected Models |
| BMW / Toyota | Starter Motor Fire Risk | 330i, 430i, 530i, X3, Supra (2021-2024) |
| Toyota | Unexpected Rear Door Opening | Prius, Prius Prime (2023-2026) |
| Chrysler/RAM | Trailer Brake Failure | RAM 1500/2500/3500 (2025-2026) |
| Honda/Acura | Loose Seat Frames | Accord, HR-V, Pilot, Integra (2023-2024) |
| FWMOTO | Insufficient Braking | Fly E-Bike (2022-2024) |
The NHTSA emphasizes that all recall-related repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships. To see if your vehicle is affected, owners should:
- Locate your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate number.
- Visit the NHTSA Recall Look-up Tool online.
- Contact a local dealer immediately if an open recall is found.
