New Car Recalls This Week: April 1 to 7, 2024
3 recalls · 18,512 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 3 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between April 1, 2024 and April 7, 2024, covering 18,512 vehicles. 1 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The most serious: 2023 Kia Forte Lower Control Arm Recall (24V244).
Which cars were recalled the week of April 1, 2024?
- 2023 Kia Forte Lower Control Arm Recall (24V244) Do not driveRepeat recall
April 1, 2024 · 215 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Kia Forte
The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Risk: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed.
- 2024 Hyundai Santa FE Backup Camera Software Recall (24V246)
April 2, 2024 · 18,206 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Hyundai Santa FE
The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a trailer parking assist message.
Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image reduces rearward visibility and increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Hyundai will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.
- 2023 Audi S5 Passenger Air Bag Recall (24V251)
April 3, 2024 · 91 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Audi A3; 2023 Audi A4 Allroad; 2024 Audi A8; 2024 Audi E-Tron; 2023-2024 Audi Q3; 2023-2024 Audi Q5; 2023-2024 Audi Q7; 2024 Audi Q8; 2023 Audi RS 5; 2024 Audi RS Q8; 2023 Audi S5; 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet; 2023 Audi SQ7; 2023 Audi TT
An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Kia | 1 |
| Hyundai | 1 |
| Audi | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Suspension, Wheels and Tires | 1 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
Did NHTSA open any defect investigations this week?
- AQ24-004: High Voltage Coolant Heaters May Fail to Defrost Windshield in 2021-2022 Jaguar I-Pace, 2022-2023 Lucid Air
- PE24-010: Failure to Open Door in 2023 Fisker Ocean
- RQ24-006: Front Seat Belt Assemblies May Be Missing the Rivet That Secures the Quick Connector and Wire Plate in 2023-2024 Honda Accord, 2023-2024 Honda Accord Hybrid, 2023-2024 Honda HR-V
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 |
|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2024 (this week) | 3 | 18,512 |
| March 25, 2024 | 4 | 39,237 |
| March 18, 2024 | 12 | 552,602 |
| March 11, 2024 | 8 | 617,315 |
| March 4, 2024 | 7 | 129,513 |
| 2024 weekly average | 6.7 | 566,175 |
This week had 3 recalls, 3.7 fewer than the 2024 weekly average of 6.7.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Kia Forte Lower Control Arm Recall (24V244) | 8 | 0 (0%) |
| 2024 Hyundai Santa FE Backup Camera Software Recall (24V246) | 2 | too few to measure |
| 2023 Audi S5 Passenger Air Bag Recall (24V251) | 3 | 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.
- 2023 Kia Forte Lower Control Arm Recall (23V649) (September 22, 2023)
- 2023 Kia Forte Steering Arm Recall (22V906) (December 8, 2022)
- 2021-2022 Kia Rio Steering Column Recall (22V304) (May 5, 2022)
- 2021 Kia Telluride Passenger Air Bag Recall (21V164) (March 11, 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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