New Car Recalls This Week: November 17 to 23, 2025
6 recalls · 522,652 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 6 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between November 17, 2025 and November 23, 2025, covering 522,652 vehicles. The most serious: 2021-2024 Kia K5 Fuel Recall (25V794).
Which cars were recalled the week of November 17, 2025?
- 2021-2024 Kia K5 Fuel Recall (25V794)
November 17, 2025 · 250,547 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2024 Kia K5
A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the check valve.
- 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa FE Backup Camera Display Recall (25V808)
November 20, 2025 · 143,472 vehiclesVehicles: 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa FE; 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid
The rearview camera may not have been installed properly, which can damage the wiring harness and cause the rearview camera image not to display.
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the camera wiring harness, free of charge.
- 2021-2023 Hyundai Sonata Fuel Recall (25V796)
November 17, 2025 · 85,043 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Hyundai Sonata
A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve.
- 2025 Nissan Sentra Windshield Recall (25V807) Repeat recall
November 20, 2025 · 41,797 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Nissan Sentra
The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility.
Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V797)
November 17, 2025 · 1,535 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5
The seat belt retractors for the driver and front passenger seats may not be securely fastened.
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2025 Hyundai Tucson Curtain Air Bag Recall (25V809)
November 20, 2025 · 258 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Genesis GV70; 2025-2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz; 2025-2026 Hyundai Santa FE; 2025-2026 Hyundai Santa FE Hybrid; 2025 Hyundai Tucson
The side curtain air bags may not have been installed properly, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.
Risk: Side curtain air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reinstall the side curtain air bags, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Hyundai | 4 |
| Kia | 1 |
| Nissan | 1 |
| Genesis | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Fuel System | 2 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 |
| Lighting and Visibility | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 17, 2025 (this week) | 6 | 522,652 |
| November 10, 2025 | 5 | 506,833 |
| November 3, 2025 | 4 | 245,481 |
| October 27, 2025 | 5 | 1,351,724 |
| October 20, 2025 | 9 | 724,077 |
| 2025 weekly average | 7.3 | 449,313 |
This week had 6 recalls, 1.3 fewer than the 2025 weekly average of 7.3.
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 Kia K5 Fuel Recall (25V794) | 75 | 7 (9%) |
| 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa FE Backup Camera Display Recall (25V808) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2023 Hyundai Sonata Fuel Recall (25V796) | 50 | 9 (18%) |
| 2025 Nissan Sentra Windshield Recall (25V807) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V797) | 2 | too few to measure |
| 2025 Hyundai Tucson Curtain Air Bag Recall (25V809) | 6 | 1 (17%) |
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.
- 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa FE Starter Assembly Recall (25V659) (October 2, 2025)
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Suspension Fastener Recall (25V605) (September 11, 2025)
- 2025-2026 Hyundai Tucson Engine Fastener Recall (25V549) (August 25, 2025)
- 2023-2025 Kia K5 Exterior Trim Recall (25V493) (July 28, 2025)
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V482) (July 23, 2025)
- 2025 Kia K5 Lighting Control Module Software Recall (25V351) (May 27, 2025)
- 2025 Nissan Sentra Seat Recall (25V153) (March 11, 2025)
- 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa FE Backup Camera Recall (24V879) (November 21, 2024)
- 2024 Hyundai Sonata Brake Lights Recall (24V583) (August 7, 2024)
- 2024 Nissan Sentra Windshield Recall (24V498) (July 1, 2024)
- 2024 Nissan Sentra Driveshaft Recall (24V304) (April 29, 2024)
- 2023-2024 Hyundai Palisade Drivetrain Pump Recall (23V526) (July 27, 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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