New Car Recalls This Week: July 10 to 16, 2023
9 recalls · 452,238 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 9 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between July 10, 2023 and July 16, 2023, covering 452,238 vehicles. The most serious: 2021 Mazda CX-3 Backup Camera Recall (23V487).
Which cars were recalled the week of July 10, 2023?
- 2021 Mazda CX-3 Backup Camera Recall (23V487)
July 14, 2023 · 236,100 vehiclesVehicles: 2021 Mazda CX-3
The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary.
- 2023 Toyota Corolla Driver Clockspring Recall (23V480)
July 12, 2023 · 152,927 vehiclesVehicles: 2023-2024 Lexus NX Hybrid; 2023-2024 Lexus NX250; 2023-2024 Lexus NX350; 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid; 2023 Lexus RX350; 2023 Lexus RX500H; 2023 Toyota Corolla; 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross; 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid; 2023 Toyota Highlander; 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid; 2023 Toyota Tacoma
An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag.
Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge.
- 2021-2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Dc and Dc Converter Recall (23V478)
July 12, 2023 · 43,442 vehiclesVehicles: 2022 Lexus NX450H+; 2021-2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime
The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
Risk: A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius).
- 2021-2023 Tesla Model S Front Seat Belt Recall (23V488) Repeat recall
July 14, 2023 · 15,869 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Tesla Model S; 2021-2023 Tesla Model X
The front-row seat belts may not be connected properly to the pretensioner anchors, which can cause the seat belts to detach.
Risk: A detached seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Tesla Service will inspect the front-row seat belts and connect the seat belts to pretensioner anchors, or replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024 BMW X5 Knee Bolster Recall (23V471)
July 10, 2023 · 1,981 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 BMW X5; 2024 BMW X6; 2024 BMW X7; 2023 BMW XM
The knee air bag (driver and/or passenger) may not have been manufactured correctly, which can result in the knee air bag not deploying as intended.
Risk: A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge.
- 2023 Tesla Model S Backup Camera Recall (23V489) Repeat recall
July 14, 2023 · 1,337 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Tesla Model S; 2023 Tesla Model X; 2023 Tesla Model Y
The forward-facing camera may be misaligned, causing some of the active safety features such as emergency braking, forward collision warning, and lane assist to become unavailable without alerting the driver.
Risk: Safety features that are unavailable without any warning to the driver may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will inspect and adjust the pitch angle, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2023 BMW 740I Electrical Recall (23V479) Repeat recall
July 12, 2023 · 384 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 BMW 740I; 2023 BMW 760I; 2023 BMW I7
The Interaction Bar, located on the dashboard, may not activate the windshield defrosting/defogging system and/or the hazard warning lights.
Risk: The inability to operate the defrost or hazard warning lights can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the Interaction Bar, free of charge.
- 2023 Toyota RAV4 Tire Valve Recall (23V485)
July 11, 2023 · 195 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Toyota RAV4
During installation of the alloy wheels, the tire valve stem may have been improperly installed or damaged.
Risk: A damaged or improperly installed valve stem may allow air to leak and/or the tires to be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure and a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheel valve stems and replace the load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge.
- 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Lower Ball Joint Recall (23V476)
July 12, 2023 · 3 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Polestar Polestar 2
The front left lower ball joint may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the steering knuckle.
Risk: The control arm disconnecting from the steering knuckle can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint fastening bolt as necessary, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Toyota | 3 |
| Lexus | 2 |
| Tesla | 2 |
| BMW | 2 |
| Mazda | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Suspension, Wheels and Tires | 2 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 1 |
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.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2023 (this week) | 9 | 452,238 |
| July 3, 2023 | 1 | 1,398 |
| June 26, 2023 | 8 | 298,639 |
| June 19, 2023 | 4 | 455 |
| June 12, 2023 | 5 | 1,210,605 |
| 2023 weekly average | 6.6 | 380,067 |
This week had 9 recalls, 2.4 more than the 2023 weekly average of 6.6.
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.
| Recall | Complaints since recall | Repeat-problem reports |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Mazda CX-3 Backup Camera Recall (23V487) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Toyota Corolla Driver Clockspring Recall (23V480) | 35 | 0 (0%) |
| 2021-2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Dc and Dc Converter Recall (23V478) | 40 | 2 (5%) |
| 2021-2023 Tesla Model S Front Seat Belt Recall (23V488) | 23 | 2 (9%) |
| 2024 BMW X5 Knee Bolster Recall (23V471) | 3 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Backup Camera Recall (23V489) | 115 | 12 (10%) |
| 2023 BMW 740I Electrical Recall (23V479) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 Tire Valve Recall (23V485) | 13 | 1 (8%) |
| 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Lower Ball Joint Recall (23V476) | 1 | too few to measure |
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 Toyota RAV4 Prime Electrical Power Control Unit Recall (23V041) (February 2, 2023)
- 2022 Toyota RAV4 Passenger Air Bag Recall (22V519) (July 21, 2022)
- 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Stability Control Software Recall (22V239) (April 13, 2022)
- 2022 Lexus NX250 Shock Absorber Recall (22V238) (April 13, 2022)
- 2021-2022 Polestar Polestar 2 Electrical Management System Software Recall (21V110) (February 24, 2021)
What should I do if my car is on this list?
- Confirm with your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Schedule the free recall repair at an authorized dealer and ask whether parts are available.
- Keep the repair order from every visit.
- 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.
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.
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
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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