New Car Recalls This Week: February 13 to 19, 2023

Which cars were recalled the week of February 13, 2023?

• 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport Key and Sender Recall (23V093)
  February 16, 2023 · 712,458 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport

  The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.

  Risk: Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Tesla Model S Automated Recall (23V085) Repeat recall
  February 15, 2023 · 362,758 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 Tesla Model 3; 2021-2023 Tesla Model S; 2021-2023 Tesla Model X; 2021-2023 Tesla Model Y

  Â The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution.

  Risk: FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.

• 2021-2023 Genesis GV80 Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (23V094) Repeat recall
  February 16, 2023 · 65,517 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 Genesis G80; 2023 Genesis GV60; 2022-2023 Genesis GV70; 2021-2023 Genesis GV80

  In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.

  Risk: An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

  Fix: Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge.

• 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Wiring Recall (23V097)
  February 17, 2023 · 26,116 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63; 2021 Mercedes-Benz G 550

  The front axle wiring harness may chafe against an oil cooler and become damaged, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

  Risk: A loss of anti-lock brakes or electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and either install a protective sleeve or replace the front axle wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 BMW IX Front Air Bag Recall (23V079)
  February 14, 2023 · 15,803 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022-2023 BMW IX; 2022-2023 BMW X1

  The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.

  Risk: A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended during a crash increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid 12-Volt Battery Recall (23V080)
  February 14, 2023 · 8,413 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

  The harness terminal that supplies low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-Volt battery may corrode and break, preventing the 12-Volt battery from charging.

  Risk: A 12-Volt battery that is unable to recharge can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the converter terminal mounting bracket.

• 2023 BMW 840I Electrical Software Recall (23V099)
  February 17, 2023 · 3,193 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 BMW 230I; 2023 BMW 840I; 2023 BMW Alpina B8; 2023 BMW M2; 2023 BMW M240I; 2023 BMW M8; 2023 BMW M850I; 2022-2023 BMW Z4

  When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed.

  Risk: Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.

  Fix: Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Audi S8 Front Air Bag Recall (23V084)
  February 15, 2023 · 1,047 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022-2023 Audi A8; 2022-2023 Audi S8

  During air bag assembly, the front-passenger occupant protection flap of the air bag may not have been folded correctly.

  Risk: In a crash, an incorrectly folded air bag can deploy with too much force, increasing the risk of injury to a child or small person who is seated and unbelted on the front passenger seat and very close to the instrument panel.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge.

• 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Wiring Recall (23V101) Repeat recall
  February 17, 2023 · 350 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500; 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500; 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500

  The wiring harnesses for the swivel-seats may have been incorrectly installed and may become damaged, which can cause the front side air bags not to deploy as intended.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and reattach the wiring harnesses, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 Honda CR-V Seat Recliner Recall (23V092)
  February 16, 2023 · 98 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Honda CR-V

  The front passenger seat back frame may not have been welded properly, which can cause the seat back position to fail in the event of a crash.

  Risk: A seat back position that fails may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat back frame assembly, free of charge.

• 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580 Fixed Panoramic Roof Recall (23V098)
  February 17, 2023 · 1 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580

  The fixed front glass panel between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not be properly secured and may detach.

  Risk: A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front fixed glass panel, free of charge.

Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?

How does this week compare?

Recalls on 2021 and newer passenger vehicles reported to NHTSA, this week and the four weeks before it, with the 2023 weekly average so far.

This week had 11 recalls, 3.5 more than the 2023 weekly average of 7.5.

Are owners saying these recalls fixed the problem?

For each recall this week, the number of NHTSA owner complaints about the same part on the same vehicles filed since the recall date, and 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.

What other recalls do these vehicles have?

Earlier recalls on the same models as this week’s recalls. Owners with more than one recall on the same vehicle should keep every repair order.

• 2021-2022 Audi A8 Video Screen Recall (22V806) (October 26, 2022)
• 2021 Audi A8 Backup Camera Display Recall (22V742) (October 5, 2022)
• 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport Seat Belt Retractor Recall (21V555) (July 21, 2021)
• 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport Hinge and Attachments Recall (21V525) (July 9, 2021)

What should I do if my car is on this list?

1. Confirm with your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2. Schedule the free recall repair at an authorized dealer and ask whether parts are available.
3. Keep the repair order from every visit.
4. If the problem comes back after the repair, talk to a lemon law attorney.

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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