New Car Recalls This Week: December 11 to 17, 2023
11 recalls · 2,487,184 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 11 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between December 11, 2023 and December 17, 2023, covering 2,487,184 vehicles. 1 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The most serious: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Differential Recall (23V851).
Which cars were recalled the week of December 11, 2023?
- 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Differential Recall (23V851) Do not driveRepeat recall
December 15, 2023 · 590 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63
The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure.
Risk: Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed.
- 2021-2023 Tesla Model S Driver Monitoring Software Recall (23V838)
December 12, 2023 · 2,031,220 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Tesla Model 3; 2021-2023 Tesla Model S; 2021-2023 Tesla Model X; 2021-2023 Tesla Model Y
In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Risk: In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.
- 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Lighting Bulbs Recall (23V848)
December 15, 2023 · 189,814 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2024 Ford Maverick
In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly.
Risk: A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
- 2021-2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid Battery Cable Recall (23V844)
December 13, 2023 · 106,030 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid
The 12-Volt battery cable routed outside of the body frame is missing a fuse on the power circuit, which can allow the battery cable to short circuit or overheat during a crash.
Risk: An overheated battery cable or short circuit can increase the risk of a fire or injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the battery cable, free of charge.
- 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT Electrical Onboard Recall (23V842)
December 13, 2023 · 93,196 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2022 Audi A7; 2021 Audi A8; 2021-2024 Audi E-Tron; 2022-2024 Audi E-Tron GT; 2022-2024 Audi Q4 E-Tron; 2021-2024 Audi Q5; 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT
When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations.
- 2021-2024 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Electrical Onboard Recall (23V841)
December 13, 2023 · 41,345 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2024 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid; 2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid; 2021-2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid; 2021-2023 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid; 2021-2023 Porsche Panamera 4S E-Hybrid; 2021-2023 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan; 2022-2024 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan 4S; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo; 2022-2024 Porsche Taycan GTS; 2022-2024 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turism; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turi
Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles.
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations.
- 2023 Ford F-150 Steering Column Recall (23V847) Repeat recall
December 15, 2023 · 17,970 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Ford F-150; 2023 Ford F-250 SD; 2023 Ford F-350 SD; 2023 Ford F-450 SD
The steering wheel clock spring may have an insufficient weld, causing a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Risk: A deactivated air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the clock spring as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (23V845) Repeat recall
December 14, 2023 · 6,771 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV
This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V-930.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust.
- 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V840) Repeat recall
December 13, 2023 · 205 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan; 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo; 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan 4S; 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo; 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS; 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo; 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo; 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turism; 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo S; 2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turi
The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Risk: A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024.
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Front Suspension Recall (23V849)
December 15, 2023 · 33 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500; 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500; 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
The front left suspension strut bolt may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front left suspension strut bolt connection and repair the body contact surface as necessary, free of charge.
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE350 Electrical Software Recall (23V853)
December 15, 2023 · 10 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE350
The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted due to a software error in the headlight control unit.
Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic and impair the dynamic driving control performance. Both scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the headlight control unit software, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | 3 |
| Ford | 2 |
| Porsche | 2 |
| Tesla | 1 |
| Honda | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 3 |
| Transmission | 1 |
| Lighting and Visibility | 1 |
Did NHTSA open any defect investigations this week?
- PE23-023: Complete Loss of Motive Power Due to Engine Failure in 2021-2025 Infiniti QX50, 2022-2025 Infiniti QX55, 2021 Nissan Altima and 2 more
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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2023 (this week) | 11 | 2,487,184 |
| December 4, 2023 | 6 | 47,756 |
| November 27, 2023 | 6 | 211,890 |
| November 20, 2023 | 9 | 339,505 |
| November 13, 2023 | 1 | 201 |
| 2023 weekly average | 6.3 | 374,229 |
This week had 11 recalls, 4.7 more than the 2023 weekly average of 6.3.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Differential Recall (23V851) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2023 Tesla Model S Driver Monitoring Software Recall (23V838) | 304 | 40 (13%) |
| 2022-2024 Ford Maverick Lighting Bulbs Recall (23V848) | 9 | 3 (33%) |
| 2021-2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid Battery Cable Recall (23V844) | 36 | 1 (3%) |
| 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT Electrical Onboard Recall (23V842) | 106 | 20 (19%) |
| 2021-2024 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Electrical Onboard Recall (23V841) | 42 | 5 (12%) |
| 2023 Ford F-150 Steering Column Recall (23V847) | 21 | 0 (0%) |
| 2021-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (23V845) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan High-Voltage Battery Recall (23V840) | 36 | 5 (14%) |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Front Suspension Recall (23V849) | 2 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE350 Electrical Software Recall (23V853) | 2 | 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.
- 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Instrument Cluster Recall (23V567) (August 10, 2023)
- 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Fuel Pump Recall (23V445) (June 26, 2023)
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (22V930) (December 15, 2022)
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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