New Car Recalls This Week: March 31 to April 6, 2025
2 recalls · 48,944 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 2 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between March 31, 2025 and April 6, 2025, covering 48,944 vehicles. The most serious: 2021 Audi SQ8 Electrical Software Recall (25V201).
Which cars were recalled the week of March 31, 2025?
- 2021 Audi SQ8 Electrical Software Recall (25V201)
March 31, 2025 · 44,387 vehiclesVehicles: 2021 Audi A6; 2021 Audi A6 Allroad; 2021 Audi A7; 2021 Audi A8; 2021 Audi Q7; 2021 Audi Q8; 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant; 2021 Audi RS 7; 2021 Audi RS Q8; 2021 Audi S6; 2021 Audi S7; 2021 Audi S8; 2021 Audi SQ7; 2021 Audi SQ8
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge.
- 2025 BMW 330I Starter Assembly Recall (25V202)
April 1, 2025 · 4,557 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 BMW 330I; 2025 BMW 330I Xdrive; 2025 BMW 430I; 2025 BMW 430I Xdrive; 2025 BMW 530I; 2025 BMW 530I Xdrive; 2025 BMW X3
The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
Risk: A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Audi | 1 |
| BMW | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
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 2025 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2025 (this week) | 2 | 48,944 |
| March 24, 2025 | 5 | 22,537 |
| March 17, 2025 | 4 | 51,536 |
| March 10, 2025 | 15 | 162,941 |
| March 3, 2025 | 2 | 90,085 |
| 2025 weekly average | 7.0 | 261,979 |
This week had 2 recalls, 5.0 fewer than the 2025 weekly average of 7.0.
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 Audi SQ8 Electrical Software Recall (25V201) | 34 | 1 (3%) |
| 2025 BMW 330I Starter Assembly Recall (25V202) | 17 | 2 (12%) |
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.
- 2022-2023 Audi Q5 High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V898) (November 27, 2024)
- 2023 Audi S5 Passenger Air Bag Recall (24V251) (April 3, 2024)
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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