New Car Recalls This Week: January 8 to 14, 2024
2 recalls · 19,451 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 2 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between January 8, 2024 and January 14, 2024, covering 19,451 vehicles. The most serious: 2024 Volvo XC40 Electrical Software Recall (24V010).
Which cars were recalled the week of January 8, 2024?
- 2024 Volvo XC40 Electrical Software Recall (24V010)
January 10, 2024 · 17,409 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Volvo XC40
A diagnostic error in the Central Electronic Module (CEM) software may cause the left rear turn signal indicator to not function.
Risk: A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The CEM software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
- 2022-2023 Lucid Air Defroster Recall (24V011)
January 10, 2024 · 2,042 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2023 Lucid Air
The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.
Risk: A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Lucid will update the software to identify a high voltage coolant heater failure and provide a warning to the driver.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Volvo | 1 |
| Lucid | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 1 |
Did NHTSA open any defect investigations this week?
- PE24-001: Loss of Braking Performance in 2023 Fisker Ocean
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 2024 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2024 (this week) | 2 | 19,451 |
| January 1, 2024 | 0 | 0 |
| December 25, 2023 | 1 | 10,984 |
| December 18, 2023 | 21 | 4,021,873 |
| December 11, 2023 | 11 | 2,487,184 |
| 2024 weekly average | 2.0 | 19,451 |
This week had 2 recalls, about the same as the 2024 weekly average of 2.0.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Volvo XC40 Electrical Software Recall (24V010) | 2 | too few to measure |
| 2022-2023 Lucid Air Defroster Recall (24V011) | 5 | 0 (0%) |
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.
- 2023 Volvo S60 Electrical Recall (23V188) (March 22, 2023)
- 2023 Volvo S60 Brake Recall (23V012) (January 19, 2023)
- 2021 Volvo XC40 Engine Recall (21V881) (November 12, 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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