INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a sweeping series of vehicle recalls affecting everything from luxury sedans and family SUVs to school buses and heavy-duty trucks.
The notices, released this week, involve critical safety issues including fire risks, unintended acceleration, and structural failures. Under federal law, all recall-related repairs must be performed by authorized dealerships free of charge to the vehicle owner.
Major Passenger Vehicle Highlights
Several popular consumer models are included in this latest round of alerts:
- Volkswagen (Jetta 2025–2026): A loose transmission ground wire has been identified as a fire hazard.
- Hyundai (Palisade/Palisade Hybrid 2026): Power rear seats may malfunction, posing a risk of trapping occupants.
- Ford (Maverick 2025–2026): The moonroof glass panel may not be properly secured and could detach while the vehicle is in motion.
- Nissan (Kicks/Sentra 2026): Insufficiently welded front seat frames may fail to meet federal safety standards for occupant protection.
- Jeep (Wagoneer S 2024–2026): The liftgate hinge cover may detach, creating a road hazard.
- Ferrari (12Cilindri 2025–2026): Excessive black tint on windows may reduce visibility below federal requirements.
Commercial and Public Transit Recalls
Transportation and transit authorities should take note of several recalls affecting fleet vehicles:
- Micro Bird (School & Transit Buses 2002–2026): Multiple recalls (26V147, 26V148, 26V149) have been issued because wheelchair tie-downs may fail to lock, endangering passengers with disabilities.
- New Flyer (Electric/Hybrid Buses 2021–2026): A software error could lead to unintended acceleration or deceleration.
- Mack Trucks (TerraPro 2022–2027): An ECU software error may cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
- Gillig (Low Floor Buses 2021–2026): Issues range from high-voltage cables overheating to intake pipes contacting fuel lines.
Specialty and Recreational Vehicles
- Honda (CL500/CMX300/CMX500 2023–2025): A loose handlebar lock screw may detach, potentially interfering with the motorcycle’s steering.
- ATC (PL700/PL750 2023–2026): These trailers are being recalled due to the risk of carbon monoxide entering the passenger cabin.
- Rolls-Royce (Cullinan 2020–2026): Loose bolts may cause damage to the seat belt webbing over time.
Summary of Key Recalls
| Manufacturer | Affected Models | Primary Subject |
| Volkswagen | Jetta (2025-26) | Fire Risk (Transmission Ground Wire) |
| Hyundai | Palisade (2026) | Entrapment Risk (Power Rear Seats) |
| Ford | Maverick (2025-26) | Falling Parts (Moonroof Detachment) |
| Honda | Rebel/SCL Motorcycles | Steering Interference |
| Nissan | Sentra/Kicks (2026) | Seat Frame Weld Failure |
| Ferrari | 12Cilindri (2025-26) | Reduced Visibility (Window Tint) |
What Should You Do?
If you own one of the vehicles listed above, experts recommend taking the following steps immediately:
- Check Your VIN: Locate your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)—usually found on your dashboard or insurance card—and enter it into the NHTSA Recall Look-up Tool..
- Contact a Dealer: If your vehicle is affected, call your local dealership to schedule a repair. You do not need to wait for a physical letter to arrive in the mail.
- Stay Informed: You can sign up for automatic email alerts from the NHTSA to be notified of future recalls specific to your vehicle.
