New Car Recalls This Week: November 11 to 17, 2024
5 recalls · 8,075 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 5 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between November 11, 2024 and November 17, 2024, covering 8,075 vehicles. The most serious: 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Autohold Brake System Software Recall (24V865).
Which cars were recalled the week of November 11, 2024?
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Autohold Brake System Software Recall (24V865)
November 15, 2024 · 7,745 vehiclesVehicles: 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean
The transmission may not shift into the selected gear, allowing the vehicle to roll away while in Drive or Reverse.
Risk: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Fisker released an over-the-air (OTA) software update on March 11, 2024, free of charge.
- 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Label Recall (24V857) Repeat recall
November 14, 2024 · 204 vehiclesVehicles: 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
The tire size information on the tire placard is incorrect.
Risk: Incorrect tire information can result in installing the incorrect-size tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: FCA will mail corrected tire placard labels.
- 2023-2024 Honda Accord Seat Fastener Recall (24V859)
November 14, 2024 · 121 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Acura Integra; 2024 Acura Integra Type S; 2023-2024 Honda Accord; 2023-2024 Honda Accord Hybrid; 2023-2024 Honda Civic; 2023-2024 Honda Civic Hatchback; 2024 Honda HR-V; 2023-2024 Honda Pilot
The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened properly, which can result in an unsecured seat.
Risk: An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge.
- 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Differential Recall (24V862)
November 15, 2024 · 3 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300; 2024 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC
The bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.
Risk: Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge.
- 2025 BMW X3 Curtain Air Bag Recall (24V856)
November 12, 2024 · 2 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 BMW X3
The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.
Risk: An incorrectly assembled air bag can result in delayed activation or improper deployment of the head curtain air bag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side head curtain air bag, if necessary, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Fisker | 1 |
| Alfa Romeo | 1 |
| Acura | 1 |
| Honda | 1 |
| Mercedes-Benz | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Brakes | 1 |
| Other Equipment | 1 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 1 |
| Transmission | 1 |
Did NHTSA open any defect investigations this week?
- RQ24-014: Loss of Motive Power in 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport, 2022-2023 Ford Maverick, 2022 Ford Maverick 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 11, 2024 (this week) | 5 | 8,075 |
| November 4, 2024 | 8 | 147,828 |
| October 28, 2024 | 7 | 173,717 |
| October 21, 2024 | 11 | 533,815 |
| October 14, 2024 | 8 | 744,320 |
| 2024 weekly average | 7.2 | 459,072 |
This week had 5 recalls, 2.2 fewer than the 2024 weekly average of 7.2.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Autohold Brake System Software Recall (24V865) | 173 | 47 (27%) |
| 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Label Recall (24V857) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2023-2024 Honda Accord Seat Fastener Recall (24V859) | 18 | 3 (17%) |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Differential Recall (24V862) | 5 | 3 (60%) |
| 2025 BMW X3 Curtain Air Bag Recall (24V856) | 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.
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Software and Programming Recall (24V623) (August 20, 2024)
- 2021-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Front Air Bag Recall (24V510) (July 3, 2024)
- 2021-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Label Recall (24V512) (July 3, 2024)
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Electrical Management System Recall (24V499) (July 2, 2024)
- 2023-2024 Fisker Ocean Body Exterior Recall (24V466) (June 20, 2024)
- 2023 Fisker Ocean Electrical Management System Software Recall (24V404) (June 5, 2024)
- 2023 Fisker Ocean Instrument Cluster Recall (24V405) (June 5, 2024)
- 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Pressure Sensor Recall (21V878) (November 12, 2021)
- 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Brake Recall (21V309) (May 4, 2021)
- 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Curtain Air Bag Recall (21V221) (March 30, 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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