New Car Recalls This Week: February 26 to March 3, 2024
9 recalls · 443,060 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 9 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between February 26, 2024 and March 3, 2024, covering 443,060 vehicles. The most serious: 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma Axle Recall (24V152).
Which cars were recalled the week of February 26, 2024?
- 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma Axle Recall (24V152)
February 27, 2024 · 381,199 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma
The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Risk: Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge.
- 2021-2023 Kia Stinger Hoses and Plumbing Recall (24V169)
March 1, 2024 · 36,248 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Kia Stinger
3-liter turbo gasoline direct injection engine.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge.
- 2023 Nissan Rogue Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (24V156)
February 28, 2024 · 9,720 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Nissan Rogue
The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants.
Risk: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021-2024 Porsche 911 Glass, Side and Rear Recall (24V155)
February 28, 2024 · 8,101 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2024 Porsche 911
The front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach.
Risk: During air bag deployment, an unsecured windshield may not support the front air bags as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield and rear window as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021 Tesla Model S Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (24V153) Repeat recall
February 27, 2024 · 6,557 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2022 Tesla Model 3; 2021 Tesla Model S; 2021 Tesla Model X; 2021-2022 Tesla Model Y
A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.
Risk: Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge.
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Wiring Recall (24V166) Repeat recall
March 1, 2024 · 828 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500; 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500; 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
The main wiring harness may chafe against the drive shaft and short circuit, which can result in a loss of drive power, power steering, and brake system control.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power, power steering, and brake system control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the routing of the main wiring harness and correct it, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024 Nissan Titan Inflator Module Recall (24V154)
February 27, 2024 · 351 vehiclesVehicles: 2023-2024 Infiniti QX50; 2024 Infiniti QX60; 2024 Nissan Frontier; 2023-2024 Nissan Kicks; 2024 Nissan Pathfinder; 2023 Nissan Rogue; 2023-2024 Nissan Sentra; 2024 Nissan Titan; 2023-2024 Nissan Versa
Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge.
- 2024 Land Rover Discovery Sport Body Panel Recall (24V163)
February 29, 2024 · 47 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Land Rover Discovery Sport
The lower A-pillar bolt on the right side may be improperly fastened, which can result in reduced structural strength of the body structure.
Risk: A body structure with reduced structural strength may not adequately protect passengers in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the right side, lower A-pillar bolt, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Defroster Recall (24V170)
March 1, 2024 · 9 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63; 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550
The air-conditioning system may not have been filled with the correct refrigerant.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the incorrect refrigerant may leak and increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the air-conditioning refrigerant, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Nissan | 2 |
| Mercedes-Benz | 2 |
| Toyota | 1 |
| Kia | 1 |
| Porsche | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Lighting and Visibility | 2 |
| Transmission | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Did NHTSA open any defect investigations this week?
- RQ24-003: Loss of Power Brake/steering Assist Post Recall 22v089 Inspection. in 2021-2022 Ford E-350, 2021-2022 Ford E-450
- RQ24-004: Loss of Motive Power Due to an Internal Wiring Connector Short. in 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid
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 |
|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2024 (this week) | 9 | 443,060 |
| February 19, 2024 | 16 | 809,019 |
| February 12, 2024 | 8 | 609,483 |
| February 5, 2024 | 6 | 129,031 |
| January 29, 2024 | 8 | 3,590,247 |
| 2024 weekly average | 6.6 | 750,387 |
This week had 9 recalls, 2.4 more than the 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma Axle Recall (24V152) | 13 | 1 (8%) |
| 2021-2023 Kia Stinger Hoses and Plumbing Recall (24V169) | 5 | 2 (40%) |
| 2023 Nissan Rogue Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (24V156) | 5 | 0 (0%) |
| 2021-2024 Porsche 911 Glass, Side and Rear Recall (24V155) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2021 Tesla Model S Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (24V153) | 77 | 12 (16%) |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Wiring Recall (24V166) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2024 Nissan Titan Inflator Module Recall (24V154) | 13 | 2 (15%) |
| 2024 Land Rover Discovery Sport Body Panel Recall (24V163) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Defroster Recall (24V170) | 0 | 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.
- 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Fuel Pump Recall (23V880) (December 21, 2023)
- 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 Differential Recall (23V851) (December 15, 2023)
- 2021 Kia Stinger Fuel Pump Recall (23V634) (September 13, 2023)
- 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Fuel Pump Recall (23V445) (June 26, 2023)
- 2022-2023 Porsche 911 Dashboard Recall (22V897) (December 6, 2022)
- 2022-2023 Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (22V523) (July 21, 2022)
- 2021 Kia Stinger Fuel Gauge Recall (21V862) (November 5, 2021)
- 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Seat Belt Retractor Recall (21V668) (August 26, 2021)
- 2021 Porsche 911 Seat Belt Recall (21V608) (August 4, 2021)
- 2021 Kia Stinger Fuel Pump Recall (20V560) (September 16, 2020)
- 2021 Kia Stinger Antilock Brake Control Module Recall (20V518) (August 27, 2020)
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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