WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released a comprehensive list of new vehicle recalls, warning owners of significant safety risks ranging from high-voltage battery fires to sudden steering failures.
The alert covers a wide array of manufacturers, including Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, and Volvo, affecting both passenger vehicles and heavy-duty commercial trucks.
Critical Fire Safety Warnings: “Park Outside”
Several electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers have issued “Park Outside” notices due to risks associated with high-voltage battery overheating or catching fire. Owners of these vehicles are urged to park away from structures until repairs are completed.
- Jaguar: Overheating batteries in the 2020-2021 I-PACE (Recall ID: 26V067).
- Hyundai: Battery fire risks affecting the 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and the 2026 IONIQ 9 (Recall ID: 26V068).
- Mercedes-Benz: Potential battery fires in 2022-2024 EQB models (250+, 300 4MATIC, and 350 4MATIC) (Recall ID: 26V073).
- Western Star: Improper battery connections in 47X and 49X models (2020-2027) may also lead to fires (Recall ID: 26V079).
Steering and Control Failures
Mechanical defects that could lead to a loss of vehicle control have also been identified in several new models:
- Hyundai Kona (2026): A cracked steering knuckle assembly could cause a total loss of steering control (Recall ID: 26V069).
- Freightliner Business Class M2 (2024-2025): Insufficient oil in the steering gear box may cause gears to bind, making the vehicle difficult to steer (Recall ID: 26V066).
- Volvo VNL (2024-2027): Inadequate parking brake force creates a significant rollaway risk (Recall ID: 26V076).
Other Notable Recalls
| Manufacturer | Models Impacted | Issue | Recall ID |
| Mercedes-Benz | 2020, 2022-2023 Metris | Air bags may fail to deploy | 26V070 |
| Volvo | 2017 S60L | Doors may open unexpectedly (FMVSS 206) | 26V072 |
| Oshkosh | 2025-2026 NGDV (Electric & Gas) | Missing brake pedal mounting pins/clips | 26V074 |
| Altec | 2021-2025 Aerial Devices/Derricks | Engine may start unexpectedly | 26V071 |
| Nova Bus | 2013-2020 LFS / LFS Artic | Cracking mounting rails may cause seats to fall | 26V077 |
What Vehicle Owners Should Do
If your vehicle is listed above, safety officials recommend the following immediate steps:
- Check Your VIN: Use the NHTSA Recall Look-up Tool. by entering your license plate or 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Contact a Dealer: All recall repairs are required by law to be performed FREE of charge at authorized dealerships.
- Follow Parking Instructions: For fire-related recalls, adhere to “Park Outside” instructions to prevent potential property damage.
