Monthly Recall Report

Car Recall Report: March 2025

27 recalls · 371,486 vehicles

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

Recalls

371,486

Vehicles covered

Do not drive / park outside

35%

Highest repeat-problem share

Ford

Most recalls

In March 2025, manufacturers reported 27 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups, covering 371,486 vehicles. Among recalls with enough owner complaints to measure, the highest share of repeat-problem reports since the recall was 35% (2021 Volvo S90 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V179)).

Biggest recalls

What were the biggest car recalls of March 2025?

2021 Cadillac CT4 Transmission Recall (25V148)
March 6, 2025 · 90,081 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021 Cadillac CT4; 2021 Cadillac CT5; 2021-2022 Chevrolet Camaro
The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.
Risk: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge.
2021-2023 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Software Recall (25V159) Repeat recall
March 14, 2025 · 49,399 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Ford Explorer; 2021-2023 Lincoln Aviator; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair
The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Risk: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge.
2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport Transmission Control Module Recall (25V158) Repeat recall
March 14, 2025 · 48,041 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport; 2022-2023 Ford Maverick
The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Risk: An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge.
2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck Body Panel Recall (25V170) Repeat recall
March 18, 2025 · 46,096 vehicles
Vehicles: 2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck
The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge.
2021 Audi SQ8 Electrical Software Recall (25V201)
March 31, 2025 · 44,387 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021 Audi A6; 2021 Audi A6 Allroad; 2021 Audi A7; 2021 Audi A8; 2021 Audi Q7; 2021 Audi Q8; 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant; 2021 Audi RS 7; 2021 Audi RS Q8; 2021 Audi S6; 2021 Audi S7; 2021 Audi S8; 2021 Audi SQ7; 2021 Audi SQ8
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge.
2021-2022 Ford Escape Fuel Injection System Recall (25V165) Repeat recall
March 14, 2025 · 33,576 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Sport; 2021-2022 Ford Escape
A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge.
2025 Ford F-250 SD Gear Position Indication Recall (25V163)
March 14, 2025 · 11,621 vehicles
Vehicles: 2025 Ford F-250 SD; 2025 Ford F-350 SD; 2025 Ford F-450 SD
The steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the steering column.
Risk: A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering column serial numbers and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge.
2025 Cadillac Lyriq Owner's Manual Recall (25V193)
March 27, 2025 · 10,643 vehicles
Vehicles: 2025 Cadillac Lyriq
The owner's manual inaccurately describes the rear outboard head restraints.
Risk: Incorrect head restraint information may lead to improperly adjusted head restraints, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: GM will mail owner's manual inserts with the correct illustrations and descriptions for rear outboard head restraints, free of charge.
2021 Volvo S90 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V179)
March 24, 2025 · 7,483 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2022 Volvo S60; 2021 Volvo S90; 2021-2022 Volvo V60; 2022 Volvo V90; 2021-2022 Volvo XC60; 2021-2022 Volvo XC90
The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy has been completed.
2025 Land Rover Range Rover Seat Belt Buckle Recall (25V155)
March 12, 2025 · 7,276 vehicles
Vehicles: 2025 Land Rover Range Rover; 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
The second-row center seat belt buckle may not latch correctly due to a manufacturing error.
Risk: An unlatched seat belt will not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the center seat belt buckle and buckle retaining bolt, free of charge.

Our analysis

Which March 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
2021 Volvo S90 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V179)	26	9 (35%)
2021 Cadillac CT4 Transmission Recall (25V148)	16	5 (31%)
2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport Transmission Control Module Recall (25V158)	163	29 (18%)
2021-2022 Ford Explorer Driveshaft Recall (25V166)	57	10 (18%)
2024-2025 Ford F-150 Transmission Valve Body Recall (25V164)	135	21 (16%)
2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck Body Panel Recall (25V170)	15	2 (13%)
2021-2022 Ford Escape Fuel Injection System Recall (25V165)	285	37 (13%)
2021-2022 Ford Edge Backup Camera Software Recall (25V160)	27	3 (11%)
2021-2023 Ford Explorer Backup Camera Software Recall (25V159)	19	2 (11%)
2021 Ford F-150 Transmission Control Module Recall (25V169)	189	18 (10%)
2024-2025 Ford F-150 Oil and Lubrication Recall (25V198)	27	2 (7%)
2025 Nissan Murano Brake Caliper Recall (25V173)	14	1 (7%)
2021 Audi SQ8 Electrical Software Recall (25V201)	34	1 (3%)
2021-2024 Tesla Model S Air Bag Recall (25V172)	15	0 (0%)
2025 Ford F-250 SD Gear Position Indication Recall (25V163)	6	0 (0%)

By the numbers

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

Make	Recalls
Ford	13
Lincoln	3
Cadillac	2
Tesla	2
Nissan	2
BMW	1
Jeep	1
Chrysler	1

Recall area	Recalls
Transmission	5
Lighting and Visibility	3
Rearview Camera	3
EV and Hybrid Battery	3
Other Equipment	2
Body, Doors and Seats	2
Brakes	2
Driver Assistance	1

All recalls

Every recall reported in March 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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