The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued multiple recalls affecting more than 276,000 vehicles across several major automakers, including Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, and others. Faulty components ranging from rearview cameras to steering shafts and sunroof panels have prompted these recalls, raising safety concerns for car owners nationwide.
If your vehicle is not listed below, you can check for recalls by using the NHTSA’s database or USA TODAY’s automotive recall database. Simply input your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to determine if your car is affected.
Here’s a detailed overview of the recent recalls issued between November 24 and November 30, 2024, and what you need to know about each.
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Hyundai: Rearview Camera Failure
- Models Affected:
- 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV, Santa Fe PHEV
- 2021-2022 Elantra, Elantra HEV
- 2022 Elantra N
- Number of Vehicles Recalled: 226,118
- Issue: A damaged printed circuit board may cause the rearview camera to fail, increasing crash risks.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera for free.
- Notification Letters: Expected by January 19, 2025.
- Contact: Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 (Recall Number: 271).
Maserati: Rearview Camera Failure
- Models Affected: 2023-2024 Maserati Grecale, 2024 Maserati GranTurismo
- Number of Vehicles Recalled: 1,710
- Issue: The Central Vision Park Assist Module (CVPAM) software may cause the rearview camera image to fail when shifting into reverse, increasing the risk of accidents.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the CVPAM software for free.
- Notification Letters: Expected by January 10, 2025.
- Contact: Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737 (Recall Number: 761).
Porsche: Excessively Bright Headlights
- Models Affected: 2024-2025 Porsche Macan Electric
- Number of Vehicles Recalled: 2,941
- Issue: Headlights that are too bright exceed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) limits, potentially impairing the vision of other drivers and increasing crash risk.
- Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the headlight control unit software at no cost.
- Notification Letters: Expected by January 24, 2025.
- Contact: Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243 (Recall Number: ARC5).
Honda: Engine Stalling in Motorcycles
- Models Affected: 2022, 2024-2025 Honda CRF1100 Africa Twin
- Number of Vehicles Recalled: 4,205
- Issue: A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause engine stalling or power loss, posing a crash risk.
- Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software for free.
- Notification Letters: Expected by January 20, 2025.
- Contact: Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 (Recall Number: KR1).
Toyota: Steering Shaft Detachment
- Models Affected: 2023-2024 Toyota Corolla, 2023-2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
- Number of Vehicles Recalled: 8,057
- Issue: Cracks in the steering intermediate shaft assembly may lead to shaft separation, resulting in a potential loss of steering control.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft free of charge.
- Notification Letters: Expected by January 20, 2025.
- Contact: Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 (Recall Numbers: 24TB13/24TA13).
Mercedes-Benz: Detaching Sunroof Panel
- Models Affected: 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, CLS
- Number of Vehicles Recalled: 33,456
- Issue: Glass sunroof panels may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing the likelihood of crashes.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel if necessary at no cost.
- Notification Letters: Expected by January 18, 2025.
- Contact: Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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How to Check for Recalls on Your Vehicle
If your vehicle isn’t listed above, don’t panic! You can easily verify if your car is under recall:
- Visit the NHTSA Recalls Database.
- Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), a 17-character code typically found on your dashboard or driver-side door frame.
- Review any applicable recall notices and follow the instructions to address them promptly.
Why Responding to Recalls Is Crucial
Vehicle recalls often address critical safety issues that could lead to accidents or injuries. Ignoring a recall may put you and others on the road at risk. Automakers offer free repairs for recalled vehicles, so acting quickly ensures peace of mind and safety.
Stay informed, check your VIN, and make safety a top priority. Your life could depend on it.
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