New Car Recalls This Week: December 18 to 24, 2023

Which cars were recalled the week of December 18, 2023?

• 2021-2023 Honda Accord Fuel Pump Recall (23V858) Repeat recall
  December 18, 2023 · 2,490,460 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 Honda Accord; 2021 Honda Civic; 2021-2023 Honda CR-V; 2023 Honda HR-V; 2022 Honda Insight; 2021-2023 Honda Odyssey; 2021 Honda Passport; 2021 Honda Pilot

  The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

  Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge.

• 2021 Toyota Avalon Occupant Classification Recall (23V865)
  December 20, 2023 · 999,901 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021 Lexus ES; 2021-2022 Lexus ES Hybrid; 2021 Lexus RX; 2021 Lexus RX Hybrid; 2021 Toyota Avalon; 2021 Toyota Avalon Hybrid; 2021-2022 Toyota Camry; 2021-2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid; 2021 Toyota Corolla; 2021 Toyota Highlander; 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid; 2021 Toyota RAV4; 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid; 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

  A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.

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

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Ecosport Engine Pump Recall (23V905)
  December 22, 2023 · 139,730 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Ecosport

  The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.

  Risk: A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Tesla Model S Electrical Software Recall (23V862) Repeat recall
  December 19, 2023 · 120,423 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022-2023 Tesla Model S; 2022-2023 Tesla Model X

  The cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash.

  Risk: An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Ford F-150 Axle Hubs Recall (23V896)
  December 22, 2023 · 112,965 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 Ford F-150

  75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design.

  Risk: Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Fuel Pump Recall (23V880) Repeat recall
  December 21, 2023 · 79,676 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43; 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53; 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63; 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43; 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53; 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+; 2022-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63; 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63; 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 4MATIC+; 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53; 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63; 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL43; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL55; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63; 2022-2024 Mercedes-Benz C 300; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz E 350; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz E 450; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550; 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300; 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350; 2022-2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 4MATIC; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz S 500; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580

  Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details.

  Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Audi E-Tron Electrical Management Software Recall (23V867)
  December 20, 2023 · 26,866 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2022 Audi E-Tron

  Certain high-voltage battery modules may overheat.

  Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will install onboard diagnostic software to monitor battery module performance, and replace affected battery modules where necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris Fuel Pump Recall (23V881) Repeat recall
  December 21, 2023 · 13,726 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris

  The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

  Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Instrument Cluster Recall (23V864) Repeat recall
  December 20, 2023 · 12,575 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022-2023 Toyota Corolla Cross

  The instrument panel may have been produced without the required perforation, which could result in the front-passenger air bag not deploying properly.

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

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the instrument panel as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022 Rivian R1T Accelerator Pedal Recall (23V883)
  December 21, 2023 · 7,873 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2022 Rivian R1S; 2022 Rivian R1T

  The accelerator pedal may not detect when the driver releases the pedal, failing to activate "auto-hold" or "park" as intended.

  Risk: Failure to activate "auto-hold" or "park" can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update.

• 2024 BMW I5 Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (23V885) Repeat recall
  December 22, 2023 · 4,926 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2024 BMW I5; 2024 BMW I5 M60

  During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound.

  Risk: Without external warning sounds, pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the external artificial sound generator software, free of charge.

• 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Turn Signal Recall (23V871)
  December 21, 2023 · 4,347 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  Moisture may accumulate in the right-side tailgate and body mounted lights, which can cause the right-side exterior vehicle lights, including the brake, outer marker, reversing, and turn indicator lights to fail to illuminate.

  Risk: Exterior lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the right-side tailgate and body mounted lights, free of charge.

• 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Body Fastener Recall (23V875)
  December 21, 2023 · 3,739 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500; 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500; 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500

  The longitudinal frame members may be missing reinforcement fasteners, reducing vehicle stability and decreasing the structural integrity of the third-row seats.

  Risk: Reduced stability increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the third-row seat mountings can fail, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the frame members as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 Kia Soul Air Bag Recall (23V830)
  December 22, 2023 · 2,967 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2024 Kia Seltos; 2023 Kia Soul

  Due to a manufacturing error, the side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly.

  Risk: An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 Audi SQ8 Side Air Bag Recall (23V868)
  December 20, 2023 · 1,001 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023-2024 Audi Q7; 2023-2024 Audi Q8; 2023-2024 Audi RS Q8; 2024 Audi SQ7; 2023-2024 Audi SQ8

  The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame.

  Risk: An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Body Fastener Recall (23V876)
  December 21, 2023 · 387 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500; 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500; 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500

  The partition wall may be missing bolts, allowing the wall to detach during a crash.

  Risk: A detached partition wall can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the partition wall as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Chevrolet Blazer Body Door Recall (23V869)
  December 21, 2023 · 265 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2024 Chevrolet Blazer; 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV; 2024 Chevrolet Equinox; 2024 GMC Terrain

  The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.

  Risk: A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge.

• 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Body Panel Recall (23V872)
  December 21, 2023 · 29 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2024 Land Rover Range Rover; 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  The body panels may not be bonded properly, reducing the structural strength of the vehicle.

  Risk: Reduced structural strength may not adequately protect passengers, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, the fuel system may be damaged during a crash, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will install two rivets and apply sealant, free of charge.

• 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Engine Fastener Recall (23V878)
  December 21, 2023 · 7 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300; 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350; 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

  The incorrect screws, installed on the high-pressure fuel pump, may prevent a proper seal from forming between the high-pressure fuel pump and the tandem oil pump.

  Risk: An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel and oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW 430I Engine Recall (23V863)
  December 20, 2023 · 5 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2024 BMW 430I

  The cylinder head cover may develop cracks, resulting in oil leaking into engine compartment.

  Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as a hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the cylinder head cover as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Nissan Altima Rack and Pinion Recall (23V882)
  December 21, 2023 · 5 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2024 Nissan Altima

  The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.

  Risk: A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, 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 21 recalls, 14.4 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.

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.

• 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT Electrical Onboard Recall (23V842) (December 13, 2023)
• 2023-2024 BMW 740I Camera and Sensor Recall (23V700) (October 18, 2023)
• 2021 Nissan Altima Backup Camera Recall (23V628) (September 8, 2023)
• 2021-2022 BMW 330I Electrical Software Recall (23V584) (August 16, 2023)
• 2023 Kia Soul Drivetrain Pump Recall (23V531) (July 31, 2023)
• 2023 Toyota Corolla Driver Clockspring Recall (23V480) (July 12, 2023)
• 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz Metris Fuel Pump Recall (23V444) (June 26, 2023)
• 2022-2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Instrument Cluster Recall (23V384) (May 30, 2023)
• 2023 Kia Sportage Instrument Cluster Recall (23V298) (April 26, 2023)
• 2023 BMW 330I Body Control Module Software Recall (23V118) (February 23, 2023)
• 2021-2022 Audi A8 Video Screen Recall (22V806) (October 26, 2022)
• 2021 Audi A8 Backup Camera Display Recall (22V742) (October 5, 2022)

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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