Car Recall Report: April 2023

What were the biggest car recalls of April 2023?

• 2021 Ram Promaster Park Pawl Recall (23V301)
  April 27, 2023 · 165,503 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021 Ram Promaster

  The park pawl may not fully engage the park gear due to debris inside the transmission.

  Risk: A partially engaged park pawl can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace, as necessary, the transmission or components within the transmission, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 GMC Savana Wiring Recall (23V247)
  April 6, 2023 · 150,830 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 GMC Savana

  When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat.

  Risk: An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge.

• 2021 Ram 1500 Transmission Control Module Recall (23V265)
  April 13, 2023 · 131,700 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021 Ram 1500

  7L eTorque engines.

  Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module calibration software, free of charge.

• 2023 Kia Sportage Instrument Cluster Recall (23V298) Repeat recall
  April 26, 2023 · 108,936 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Kia Niro; 2023 Kia Niro PHEV; 2023 Kia Soul; 2023 Kia Sportage; 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid; 2023 Kia Sportage PHEV; 2023 Kia Telluride

  2" LCD screen.  The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.".

  Risk: A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Fuel Pump Recall (23V263)
  April 13, 2023 · 45,832 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator; 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler; 2022-2023 Ram 1500

  0L diesel engine.

  Risk: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 Nissan Rogue Seat Fastener Recall (23V268) Repeat recall
  April 13, 2023 · 12,400 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Infiniti QX60; 2023 Nissan Pathfinder; 2023 Nissan Rogue

  The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.

  Risk: An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge.

• 2023 Subaru Ascent Tire Recall (23V258)
  April 7, 2023 · 4,409 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Subaru Ascent

  The internal tire bead may have been damaged during the wheel mounting process.

  Risk: A damaged tire may experience a sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace all four tires, free of charge.

• 2023 Nissan Titan Tire Bead Recall (23V273)
  April 17, 2023 · 4,249 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Nissan Frontier; 2023 Nissan Titan

  The tires may have a tear in the inner bead which can cause a rapid loss of tire pressure.

  Risk: A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace all four road tires, or inspect and replace the spare tire assembly, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 Subaru Impreza Brake Lights Switch Recall (23V292)
  April 25, 2023 · 4,030 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Subaru Impreza

  The brake light switch may be improperly adjusted and illuminate the brake lights without application of the brake pedal.

  Risk: An unintentional brake light illumination can fail to alert other motorists of actual brake application. A vehicle that shifts out of the park position unexpectedly can allow the vehicle to rollaway. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the gap between the brake light switch and stopper, adjusting the switch as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V303) Repeat recall
  April 27, 2023 · 2,564 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler

  The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.

  Risk: Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary.

Which April 2023 recalls are owners saying did not fix the problem?

For each recall from this month with at least 5 NHTSA complaints about the same part filed since the recall, this table shows how many describe the problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. Complaints are unverified owner reports; automated text matching can miss or misread some.

Which makes and parts had the most recalls in April 2023?

Every recall reported in April 2023

• 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo Windshield Fastener Recall (23V242)
• 2023 Tesla Model X Backup Camera Recall (23V244)
• 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Taillight Recall (23V251)
• 2021-2023 GMC Savana Wiring Recall (23V247)
• 2023 BMW X5 Head Restraint Recall (23V253)
• 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Rear Seat Recall (23V252)
• 2023 Subaru Ascent Tire Recall (23V258)
• 2023 BMW X1 Rear Seat Belt Recall (23V260)
• 2022 Ram 1500 Side Impact Recall (23V264)
• 2021 Ram 1500 Transmission Control Module Recall (23V265)
• 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Fuel Pump Recall (23V263)
• 2023 Nissan Rogue Seat Fastener Recall (23V268)
• 2023 Nissan Titan Tire Bead Recall (23V273)
• 2022-2023 Mazda CX-30 Antilock Brake Control Module Recall (23V275)
• 2023 Ford Bronco Wheel Stud Recall (23V283)
• 2023 Subaru Impreza Brake Lights Switch Recall (23V292)
• 2022-2024 BMW IX High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V295)
• 2023 BMW X7 Catalytic Convertor Recall (23V294)
• 2023 Genesis GV60 Driveshaft Recall (23V300)
• 2023 Kia Sportage Instrument Cluster Recall (23V298)
• 2021 Ram Promaster Park Pawl Recall (23V301)
• 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V303)
• 2021-2022 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Display Recall (23V305)

Can a recall or defect investigation make my car a lemon in California?

Not by itself. What matters is whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps your vehicle at the dealer, and a federal investigation or recall is strong evidence that the problem is real.

Under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, a manufacturer that cannot fix a warranty defect that substantially impairs a vehicle’s use, value or safety within a reasonable number of attempts may have to repurchase or replace it (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)). Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, the law presumes a reasonable number of attempts after two repairs of a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four repairs of the same defect, or more than 30 days out of service (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)).

An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

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