New Car Recalls This Week: October 7 to 13, 2024
5 recalls · 70,415 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 5 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between October 7, 2024 and October 13, 2024, covering 70,415 vehicles. 1 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The most serious: 2021-2024 Hyundai Nexo Fuel and Propulsion System Recall (24V761).
Which cars were recalled the week of October 7, 2024?
- 2021-2024 Hyundai Nexo Fuel and Propulsion System Recall (24V761) Park outside
October 11, 2024 · 1,545 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2024 Hyundai Nexo
The thermally activated pressure relief device (TPRD) may break and cause a hydrogen gas leak, which can result in a fire while parked.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed.
- 2021-2023 Ram 1500 Rearview Mirrors and Devices Recall (24V754)
October 10, 2024 · 31,676 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Ram 1500
The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror.
Risk: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge.
- 2024-2025 Dodge Hornet Brake Pedal Recall (24V752)
October 9, 2024 · 21,069 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale; 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV; 2024-2025 Dodge Hornet
The brake pedal may collapse and cause a loss of brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reinforce the brake pedal arm, free of charge.
- 2024-2025 Kia EV9 Electrical Software Recall (24V757)
October 10, 2024 · 14,163 vehiclesVehicles: 2024-2025 Kia EV9
Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail.
Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: The instrument cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
- 2024 GMC Sierra EV Lighting Control Module Recall (24V755)
October 10, 2024 · 1,962 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 GMC Sierra EV
The front turn signal lights and parking lights may be too similar in brightness, making it difficult to see the front turn signals when they are activated.
Risk: Front turn signals that are difficult to see may not clearly indicate the driver's intentions to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the headlamp multipurpose LED driver (MLD) module, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Hyundai | 1 |
| Ram | 1 |
| Alfa Romeo | 1 |
| Dodge | 1 |
| Kia | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Lighting and Visibility | 2 |
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 1 |
| Brakes | 1 |
| Electrical System | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2024 (this week) | 5 | 70,415 |
| September 30, 2024 | 11 | 1,911,734 |
| September 23, 2024 | 8 | 195,315 |
| September 16, 2024 | 6 | 263,103 |
| September 9, 2024 | 15 | 756,309 |
| 2024 weekly average | 7.1 | 476,262 |
This week had 5 recalls, 2.1 fewer than the 2024 weekly average of 7.1.
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 Hyundai Nexo Fuel and Propulsion System Recall (24V761) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2023 Ram 1500 Rearview Mirrors and Devices Recall (24V754) | 24 | 5 (21%) |
| 2024-2025 Dodge Hornet Brake Pedal Recall (24V752) | 8 | 1 (12%) |
| 2024-2025 Kia EV9 Electrical Software Recall (24V757) | 58 | 7 (12%) |
| 2024 GMC Sierra EV Lighting Control Module Recall (24V755) | 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.
- 2024 Kia EV9 Parking Brake Software Recall (24V693) (September 17, 2024)
- 2024 Cadillac Lyriq Electric Drive System Recall (24V320) (May 9, 2024)
- 2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V209) (March 19, 2024)
- 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Label Recall (24V175) (March 5, 2024)
- 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Pedestrian Alert Sound Recall (23V696) (October 17, 2023)
- 2021 Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Recall (22V258) (April 14, 2022)
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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