Monthly Recall Report

Car Recall Report: October 2023

24 recalls · 1,676,265 vehicles

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

Recalls

1,676,265

Vehicles covered

Do not drive / park outside

39%

Highest repeat-problem share

Ford

Most recalls

In October 2023, manufacturers reported 24 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups, covering 1,676,265 vehicles. 1 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. Among recalls with enough owner complaints to measure, the highest share of repeat-problem reports since the recall was 39% (2024 Mazda CX-90 Backup Camera Recall (23V718)).

Biggest recalls

What were the biggest car recalls of October 2023?

2021-2023 Toyota Highlander Body Bumpers Recall (23V720)
October 26, 2023 · 750,795 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Toyota Highlander; 2021-2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
Risk: A detached front bumper cover can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge.
2022-2024 Honda Civic Rack and Pinion Recall (23V704)
October 19, 2023 · 264,567 vehicles
Vehicles: 2022-2024 Honda Civic
The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the tire to chafe against the lower suspension or tie rod end, possibly resulting in tire damage.
Risk: A damaged tire can fail and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the electric power steering rack, as necessary, free of charge.
2021-2022 Ford Explorer Driveshaft Recall (23V675)
October 6, 2023 · 238,364 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Explorer
The rear axle horizontal mounting bolt may fracture and cause the driveshaft to disconnect.
Risk: A disconnected driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power or a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the subframe bushing and rear axle bolt.
2021-2023 Ford Mustang Body Control Module Recall (23V727)
October 27, 2023 · 187,922 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Ford Mustang
The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low.
Risk: Without a low brake fluid warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer Seat Belt Buckle Recall (23V716)
October 26, 2023 · 97,066 vehicles
Vehicles: 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer; 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer
The third-row seat belts may not allow occupants to properly access or fasten the seat belt to the buckle.
Risk: An unfastened seat belt may increase the risk of injury to occupants during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge.
2021-2023 Tesla Model X Switch and Sensor and Float Recall (23V679)
October 11, 2023 · 54,676 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Tesla Model X
The vehicle controller may fail to detect low brake fluid and will not display a warning light.
Risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
2021-2022 Ford Mustang Mach E Electrical Management System Recall (23V687) Repeat recall
October 13, 2023 · 34,762 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Mustang Mach E
The high voltage battery main contactors may overheat.
Risk: An overheated high voltage battery contactor can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery junction box, free of charge.
2023-2024 BMW 740I Camera and Sensor Recall (23V700)
October 18, 2023 · 12,296 vehicles
Vehicles: 2024 BMW 530I; 2023-2024 BMW 740I; 2024 BMW 750E; 2023-2024 BMW 760I; 2024 BMW I5; 2024 BMW I5 M60; 2023-2024 BMW I7; 2024 BMW I7 M70; 2023 BMW I7 M70 Xdrive
The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an inoperative hands-on detection system.
Risk: An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge.
2024 Mazda CX-90 Backup Camera Recall (23V718)
October 26, 2023 · 11,903 vehicles
Vehicles: 2024 Mazda CX-90; 2024 Mazda MAZDA3
Due to a software error, the rearview, front, and/or side camera images may not appear on the display.
Risk: A camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the view monitor control module software, free of charge.
2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55 Wiring Recall (23V676)
October 6, 2023 · 5,326 vehicles
Vehicles: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63
The electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator may not be secured properly, which can result in a short circuit and a loss of drive power or cause the harness to overheat.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash, and an overheated electrical wiring harness can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will secure the electrical wiring harness for the starter and alternator, free of charge.

Safety warnings

Which October 2023 recalls said do not drive or park outside?

2021-2023 Jaguar I-Pace High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V709) Park outsideRepeat recall
October 19, 2023 · 501 vehicles
Vehicles: 2021-2023 Jaguar I-Pace
The previous repair may not have been completed correctly, and still allow the high-voltage battery to overheat.
Risk: The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park and charge their vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete, and for 30 days after the repair has been completed.

Our analysis

Which October 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.

Recall	Complaints since recall	Repeat-problem reports
2024 Mazda CX-90 Backup Camera Recall (23V718)	18	7 (39%)
2024 Mazda CX-90 Drivetrain Software Recall (23V719)	30	7 (23%)
2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev Electrical Heating Element Recall (23V688)	24	5 (21%)
2023-2024 BMW 740I Camera and Sensor Recall (23V700)	16	3 (19%)
2021-2022 Ford Explorer Driveshaft Recall (23V675)	113	16 (14%)
2021-2022 Ford Mustang Mach E Electrical Management System Recall (23V687)	111	13 (12%)
2023 Toyota 4RUNNER Label Recall (23V680)	10	1 (10%)
2022-2024 Honda Civic Rack and Pinion Recall (23V704)	623	45 (7%)
2021-2023 Tesla Model X Switch and Sensor and Float Recall (23V679)	14	1 (7%)
2021-2023 Ford Mustang Body Control Module Recall (23V727)	16	1 (6%)
2021-2023 Toyota Highlander Body Bumpers Recall (23V720)	74	3 (4%)

By the numbers

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

Make	Recalls
Ford	5
Mercedes-Benz	3
Cadillac	2
Mazda	2
Toyota	2
GMC	1
BMW	1
Jeep	1

Recall area	Recalls
Electrical System	4
Lighting and Visibility	3
Body, Doors and Seats	3
EV and Hybrid Battery	2
Transmission	2
Other Equipment	2
Rearview Camera	2
Seat Belts	1

All recalls

Every recall reported in October 2023

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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