New Car Recalls This Week: July 21 to 27, 2025
7 recalls · 463,713 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 7 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between July 21, 2025 and July 27, 2025, covering 463,713 vehicles. 2 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The most serious: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V487).
Which cars were recalled the week of July 21, 2025?
- 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V487) Park outsideRepeat recall
July 25, 2025 · 660 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC; 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC
The bus bar in the high voltage battery may be secured with incorrect screws, which can cause the system to have a sudden loss of drive power without warning.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside until the recall repair is complete.
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V482) Park outside
July 23, 2025 · 10 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5
The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the high voltage battery system increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is complete.
- 2025 Lincoln Navigator Brake Software Recall (25V488)
July 25, 2025 · 312,120 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Ford Bronco; 2025 Ford Expedition; 2025 Ford F-150; 2025 Ford Ranger; 2025 Lincoln Navigator
The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.
- 2022-2024 BMW I4 Electrical Controller Software Recall (25V395)
July 23, 2025 · 71,286 vehiclesVehicles: 2022-2024 BMW I4; 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE35; 2025 BMW I4 EDRIVE40; 2024 BMW I5; 2023-2024 BMW I7; 2022-2024 BMW IX
The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge.
- 2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid Warning Light and Devices Recall (25V489)
July 25, 2025 · 56,473 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid
5L hybrid electric powertrain.
Risk: An audible warning chime that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge.
- 2025 Lincoln Aviator Visibility Power Window Recall (25V484)
July 25, 2025 · 23,111 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Lincoln Aviator
When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the side rear windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object, before they automatically reverse.
Risk: A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge.
- 2026 Cadillac Vistiq High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V483) Repeat recall
July 24, 2025 · 53 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Cadillac Lyriq; 2026 Cadillac Vistiq
The bolts attaching the high voltage battery to the interior floor may be missing or loose.
Risk: An improperly secured battery may become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery bolts and replace or re-tighten the bolts, as necessary, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Ford | 2 |
| Lincoln | 2 |
| Mercedes-Benz | 1 |
| Hyundai | 1 |
| BMW | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 4 |
| Brakes | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Lighting and Visibility | 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 2025 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| July 21, 2025 (this week) | 7 | 463,713 |
| July 14, 2025 | 6 | 126,626 |
| July 7, 2025 | 6 | 1,611,416 |
| June 30, 2025 | 2 | 548 |
| June 23, 2025 | 8 | 686,481 |
| 2025 weekly average | 7.5 | 414,666 |
This week had 7 recalls, about the same as the 2025 weekly average of 7.5.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V487) | 56 | 5 (9%) |
| 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V482) | 222 | 13 (6%) |
| 2025 Lincoln Navigator Brake Software Recall (25V488) | 37 | 5 (14%) |
| 2022-2024 BMW I4 Electrical Controller Software Recall (25V395) | 23 | 4 (17%) |
| 2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid Warning Light and Devices Recall (25V489) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2025 Lincoln Aviator Visibility Power Window Recall (25V484) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Cadillac Vistiq High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V483) | 9 | 1 (11%) |
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.
- 2022-2025 BMW IX High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V470) (July 16, 2025)
- 2023-2024 Cadillac Lyriq Instrument Cluster Recall (25V356) (May 29, 2025)
- 2023-2025 Cadillac Lyriq Stabilizer Bar Recall (25V232) (April 10, 2025)
- 2025 Ford F-150 Hybrid Fuses Recall (25V199) (March 28, 2025)
- 2022-2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V050) (February 7, 2025)
- 2023-2024 BMW X1 Stability Control Control Module Recall (24V697) (September 18, 2024)
- 2024 BMW I4 Frame Recall (24V611) (August 15, 2024)
- 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 4MATIC Electric Drive System Recall (24V331) (May 10, 2024)
- 2024 BMW I4 High-Voltage Battery Recall (24V135) (February 23, 2024)
- 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC Vehicle Tether Anchor Recall (23V677) (October 6, 2023)
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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