New Car Recalls This Week: February 23 to March 1, 2026
5 recalls · 226,467 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 5 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between February 23, 2026 and March 1, 2026, covering 226,467 vehicles. 1 carried a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The most serious: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Filler Pipe and Cap Recall (26V106).
Which cars were recalled the week of February 23, 2026?
- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Filler Pipe and Cap Recall (26V106) Park outside
February 23, 2026 · 69,870 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid; 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed.
- 2025 Kia Telluride Seat Recliner Recall (26V105)
February 23, 2026 · 85,515 vehiclesVehicles: 2025 Kia Telluride
Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.
Risk: A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024 Acura ZDX Backup Camera Software Recall (26V112)
February 26, 2026 · 65,135 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Acura ZDX; 2024 Honda Prologue
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 or injury. Additionally, the loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle radio control module software, free of charge.
- 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV Owner's Manual Recall (26V114) Repeat recall
February 26, 2026 · 5,861 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Buick Enclave; 2026 Buick Envision; 2026 Cadillac CT5; 2026 Cadillac Escalade; 2026 Cadillac Escalade Esv; 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ; 2026 Cadillac Escalade Iql; 2026 Cadillac Lyriq; 2025-2026 Cadillac Optiq; 2026 Cadillac Vistiq; 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV; 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV; 2025-2026 Chevrolet Colorado; 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible; 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible E-Ray; 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe; 2026 Chevrolet Equinox; 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV; 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500; 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500; 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500; 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV; 2026 Chevrolet Suburban 1500; 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe; 2026 Chevrolet Traverse; 2026 GMC Acadia; 2025-2026 GMC Canyon; 2026 GMC Hummer EV Pickup; 2026 GMC Hummer EV SUV; 2026 GMC Sierra 1500; 2026 GMC Sierra 2500; 2026 GMC Sierra 3500; 2026 GMC Sierra EV; 2026 GMC Terrain; 2026 GMC Yukon; 2026 GMC Yukon XL
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge.
- 2026 Toyota Corolla Headlight Recall (26V110)
February 25, 2026 · 86 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Toyota Corolla
The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service.
Risk: Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Subaru | 1 |
| Kia | 1 |
| Acura | 1 |
| Honda | 1 |
| Buick | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 1 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 |
| Other Equipment | 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 2026 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2026 (this week) | 5 | 226,467 |
| February 16, 2026 | 8 | 4,486,623 |
| February 9, 2026 | 5 | 687,519 |
| February 2, 2026 | 9 | 529,105 |
| January 26, 2026 | 6 | 393,660 |
| 2026 weekly average | 6.0 | 905,744 |
This week had 5 recalls, 1.0 fewer than the 2026 weekly average of 6.0.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Filler Pipe and Cap Recall (26V106) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2025 Kia Telluride Seat Recliner Recall (26V105) | 8 | 1 (12%) |
| 2024 Acura ZDX Backup Camera Software Recall (26V112) | 7 | 3 (43%) |
| 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV Owner's Manual Recall (26V114) | 74 | 14 (19%) |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Headlight Recall (26V110) | 1 | 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.
- 2025 Kia Telluride Spare Tire Recall (25V745) (October 30, 2025)
- 2023-2025 Kia Telluride Exterior Trim Recall (25V494) (July 28, 2025)
- 2024 Acura ZDX Stabilizer Bar Recall (25V234) (April 10, 2025)
- 2023 Toyota Corolla Steering Column Recall (25V040) (January 29, 2025)
- 2024 Acura ZDX Battery Cable Recall (25V018) (January 16, 2025)
- 2023-2024 Toyota Corolla Steering Recall (24V878) (November 21, 2024)
- 2024 Acura ZDX Antilock Brake Control Module Recall (24V614) (August 15, 2024)
- 2023 Toyota GR Supra Label Recall (24V548) (July 23, 2024)
- 2024 Honda Prologue Lower Control Arm Recall (24V540) (July 18, 2024)
- 2021-2024 Kia Telluride Seat Power Seat Recall (24V407) (June 5, 2024)
- 2021 Toyota Avalon Occupant Classification Recall (23V865) (December 20, 2023)
- 2023 Toyota Corolla Driver Clockspring Recall (23V480) (July 12, 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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