New Car Recalls This Week: September 4 to 10, 2023
4 recalls · 162,811 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 4 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between September 4, 2023 and September 10, 2023, covering 162,811 vehicles. 1 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The most serious: 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Battery Cable Recall (23V623).
Which cars were recalled the week of September 4, 2023?
- 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Battery Cable Recall (23V623) Park outside
September 7, 2023 · 4,129 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale; 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV; 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet
The 12-volt battery positive cable and/or high voltage connector cable may not be tightened properly, which can overheat the electrical connections and result in a fire while parked or driving.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
- 2021 Nissan Altima Backup Camera Recall (23V628)
September 8, 2023 · 153,376 vehiclesVehicles: 2021 Nissan Altima; 2021 Nissan Sentra
Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image.
Risk: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary.
- 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V626)
September 8, 2023 · 2,954 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Explorer; 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator
0L PHEV engines.
Risk: Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will perform a Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2023 BMW XM Air Bag Recall (23V622)
September 7, 2023 · 2,352 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 BMW X5; 2024 BMW X6; 2024 BMW X7; 2023 BMW XM
The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo | 1 |
| Dodge | 1 |
| Nissan | 1 |
| Ford | 1 |
| Lincoln | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 2 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 |
| Air Bags | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2023 (this week) | 4 | 162,811 |
| August 28, 2023 | 4 | 160,570 |
| August 21, 2023 | 7 | 237,070 |
| August 14, 2023 | 7 | 669,627 |
| August 7, 2023 | 7 | 187,965 |
| 2023 weekly average | 6.6 | 371,274 |
This week had 4 recalls, 2.6 fewer 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Battery Cable Recall (23V623) | 23 | 3 (13%) |
| 2021 Nissan Altima Backup Camera Recall (23V628) | 2 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V626) | 69 | 8 (12%) |
| 2023 BMW XM Air Bag Recall (23V622) | 2 | too few to measure |
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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