New Car Recalls This Week: March 18 to 24, 2024
12 recalls · 552,602 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 12 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between March 18, 2024 and March 24, 2024, covering 552,602 vehicles. The most serious: 2021-2024 Kia Telluride Driveshaft Recall (24V214).
Which cars were recalled the week of March 18, 2024?
- 2021-2024 Kia Telluride Driveshaft Recall (24V214)
March 20, 2024 · 427,407 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2024 Kia Telluride
The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.
Risk: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed.
- 2021-2022 Subaru Outback Passenger Air Bag Recall (24V227)
March 22, 2024 · 118,723 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2022 Subaru Legacy; 2021-2022 Subaru Outback
A capacitor in the sensors for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may crack and short circuit, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in a crash.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ODS sensors on the front passenger seat, free of charge.
- 2023-2024 Ford Transit Tire Recall (24V226)
March 22, 2024 · 1,902 vehiclesVehicles: 2023-2024 Ford Transit
The tires may contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange, causing damage to the tires.
Risk: Damaged tires may experience a sudden loss of air pressure or tread separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge.
- 2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V209) Repeat recall
March 19, 2024 · 1,201 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV; 2024 Dodge Hornet
The manufacturer label is missing the tire rim and tire size information.
Risk: Missing rim and tire size information could lead to an incorrect wheel being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will apply a corrected label, free of charge.
- 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V228) Repeat recall
March 22, 2024 · 1,009 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2024 Audi E-Tron GT; 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT
The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed.
- 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V217) Repeat recall
March 20, 2024 · 749 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan; 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan 4S; 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo; 2022-2024 Porsche Taycan GTS; 2022-2024 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo; 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo; 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan Turbo S
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: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed.
- 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V215) Repeat recall
March 20, 2024 · 606 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan; 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo; 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan 4S; 2021-2022 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo; 2022-2023 Porsche Taycan GTS; 2023 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo; 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo; 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan Turbo S
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: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed.
- 2024 Mercedes-Benz E 350 Wiring Recall (24V224) Repeat recall
March 22, 2024 · 396 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Mercedes-Benz E 350; 2024 Mercedes-Benz E 450
The transmission wiring harness may be routed too close to the driveshaft, which can result in wiring harness damage and cause a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will check the transmission wiring harness routing and correct it, if necessary, free of charge.
- 2024 Ford Mustang Fuel Line Recall (24V220)
March 22, 2024 · 362 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Ford Mustang
3L engines.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of fuel may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel supply line, free of charge.
- 2023 Ford Maverick Tire Recall (24V223)
March 22, 2024 · 115 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Ford Bronco Sport; 2023 Ford Maverick
The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Risk: A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Wiring Recall (24V225) Repeat recall
March 24, 2024 · 99 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500; 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500; 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500
A 12-Volt ground connection may not be secured properly, which can result in the ground connection overheating and a loss of drive power.
Risk: An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire, and a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the 12-Volt ground connection, as necessary free of charge.
- 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V229) Repeat recall
March 22, 2024 · 33 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2023 Audi E-Tron GT; 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT
The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Ford | 3 |
| Audi | 2 |
| Porsche | 2 |
| Mercedes-Benz | 2 |
| Kia | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 4 |
| Suspension, Wheels and Tires | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Transmission | 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 2024 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| March 18, 2024 (this week) | 12 | 552,602 |
| March 11, 2024 | 8 | 617,315 |
| March 4, 2024 | 7 | 129,513 |
| February 26, 2024 | 9 | 443,060 |
| February 19, 2024 | 16 | 809,019 |
| 2024 weekly average | 7.3 | 663,866 |
This week had 12 recalls, 4.7 more than the 2024 weekly average of 7.3.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2024 Kia Telluride Driveshaft Recall (24V214) | 61 | 11 (18%) |
| 2021-2022 Subaru Outback Passenger Air Bag Recall (24V227) | 25 | 1 (4%) |
| 2023-2024 Ford Transit Tire Recall (24V226) | 14 | 0 (0%) |
| 2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V209) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2022-2024 Audi RS E-Tron GT High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V228) | 14 | 1 (7%) |
| 2021-2024 Porsche Taycan High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V217) | 37 | 5 (14%) |
| 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V215) | 31 | 5 (16%) |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz E 350 Wiring Recall (24V224) | 3 | too few to measure |
| 2024 Ford Mustang Fuel Line Recall (24V220) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Ford Maverick Tire Recall (24V223) | 14 | 1 (7%) |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500 Wiring Recall (24V225) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2022-2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V229) | 14 | 1 (7%) |
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.
- 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V175) (March 5, 2024)
- 2023-2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Fuses and Circuit Breakers Recall (24V115) (February 16, 2024)
- 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 Wiring Recall (24V100) (February 9, 2024)
- 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Park Recall (23V755) (November 9, 2023)
- 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (23V696) (October 17, 2023)
- 2023 Subaru Outback Driveshaft Recall (23V647) (September 21, 2023)
- 2022 Subaru Impreza Windshield Recall (22V712) (September 22, 2022)
- 2021 Subaru Outback Chain and Belt Recall (22V485) (July 8, 2022)
- 2022 Subaru Outback Engine Control Module Recall (22V473) (July 1, 2022)
- 2021 Subaru Outback Shift Linkage Recall (21V024) (January 26, 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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