Monthly Recall Report

Car Recall Report: January 2025

17 recalls · 1,265,810 vehicles

✓ Reviewed by Jacob Shayesteh, Esq.·Updated October 2026

Recalls

1,265,810

Vehicles covered

Do not drive / park outside

33%

Highest repeat-problem share

Ford

Most recalls

In January 2025, manufacturers reported 17 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups, covering 1,265,810 vehicles. Among recalls with enough owner complaints to measure, the highest share of repeat-problem reports since the recall was 33% (2024-2025 Kia Sorento Body Control Module Software Recall (25V006)).

Biggest recalls

What were the biggest car recalls of January 2025?

2023-2025 Honda Pilot Electrical Software Recall (25V031)
January 23, 2025 · 294,612 vehicles
Vehicles: 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type S; 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type S; 2023-2025 Honda Pilot
A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
Risk: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge.
2021-2023 Ford Bronco Sport 12-Volt Battery Recall (25V019) Repeat recall
January 17, 2025 · 272,817 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Sport; 2022-2023 Ford Maverick
The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.
Risk: Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge.
2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 Backup Camera Software Recall (25V002)
January 6, 2025 · 239,382 vehicles
Vehicles: 2024-2025 Tesla Model 3; 2024-2025 Tesla Model S; 2023-2025 Tesla Model X; 2023-2025 Tesla Model Y
The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
2021-2024 Ford Bronco Shock Absorber Recall (25V025)
January 17, 2025 · 149,449 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2024 Ford Bronco
The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
Risk: An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge.
2021 Ford Expedition Backup Camera Recall (25V048) Repeat recall
January 31, 2025 · 91,580 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021 Ford Expedition; 2021-2022 Ford F-250 SD; 2021-2022 Ford F-350 SD; 2021-2022 Ford F-450 SD; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair
The rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image.
Risk: Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge.
2023-2025 Kia Niro Seat Recall (25V024)
January 17, 2025 · 80,255 vehicles
Vehicles: 2023-2025 Kia Niro; 2023-2025 Kia Niro EV; 2023-2025 Kia Niro PHEV
The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause an unintended side curtain air bag deployment.
Risk: Air bags and seat belts that deploy improperly or an air bag deploying unintentionally can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the floor wiring assembly, as necessary, free of charge.
2024-2025 Kia Sorento Body Control Module Software Recall (25V006)
January 13, 2025 · 74,469 vehicles
Vehicles: 2024-2025 Kia Sorento; 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid; 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV
A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights.
Risk: A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge.
2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport Video Screen Recall (25V016)
January 16, 2025 · 28,370 vehicles
Vehicles: 2023-2024 Land Rover Defender; 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport; 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
The touchscreen in the center console may go blank at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the touchscreen software, free of charge.
2025 Subaru Forester Wheel Recall (25V033)
January 23, 2025 · 20,366 vehicles
Vehicles: 2025 Subaru Forester
The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.
Risk: A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels, as necessary, free of charge.
2025 Acura MDX Video Screen Recall (25V032)
January 23, 2025 · 9,221 vehicles
Vehicles: 2025 Acura MDX
The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the center information display unit, free of charge.

Our analysis

Which January 2025 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.

Recall	Complaints since recall	Repeat-problem reports
2024-2025 Kia Sorento Body Control Module Software Recall (25V006)	43	14 (33%)
2025 Acura MDX Video Screen Recall (25V032)	50	15 (30%)
2025 Ford Explorer Frame Recall (25V020)	7	2 (29%)
2024 Acura ZDX Battery Cable Recall (25V018)	11	2 (18%)
2021-2023 Ford Bronco Sport 12-Volt Battery Recall (25V019)	191	32 (17%)
2023-2025 Honda Pilot Electrical Software Recall (25V031)	54	8 (15%)
2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport Video Screen Recall (25V016)	48	6 (12%)
2025 Ford Bronco Sport Instrument Cluster Recall (25V049)	11	1 (9%)
2021 Ford Expedition Backup Camera Recall (25V048)	23	2 (9%)
2021-2024 Ford Bronco Shock Absorber Recall (25V025)	64	0 (0%)
2023 Toyota Corolla Steering Column Recall (25V040)	11	0 (0%)
2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV Adaptive Cruise Control Software Recall (25V012)	5	0 (0%)

By the numbers

Which makes and parts had the most recalls in January 2025?

Make	Recalls
Ford	6
Lincoln	3
Acura	3
Chevrolet	2
Kia	2
Land Rover	1
Subaru	1
GMC	1

Recall area	Recalls
Electrical System	6
Body, Doors and Seats	2
Suspension, Wheels and Tires	2
Rearview Camera	2
Steering	2
Driver Assistance	1
EV and Hybrid Battery	1
Seat Belts	1

All recalls

Every recall reported in January 2025

Your rights

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.

From attorney Jacob Shayesteh

In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.

The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.

If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.

Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?

Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.

Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?

We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.

How long does a recall lemon law case take?

Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

What does a lemon law attorney cost?

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.

Sources

NHTSA investigation, recall and complaint data, accessed October 7, 2026
California Civil Code 1793.22

Reviewed by

Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.

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