New Car Recalls This Week: March 2 to 8, 2026

Which cars were recalled the week of March 2, 2026?

• 2021-2022 Ford Escape Backup Camera Software Recall (26V123) Repeat recall
  March 3, 2026 · 889,950 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Escape; 2021-2024 Ford Explorer; 2021-2024 Lincoln Aviator; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair

  The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

  Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Ford Bronco Backup Camera Software Recall (26V124) Repeat recall
  March 3, 2026 · 849,310 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2026 Ford Bronco; 2021-2024 Ford Edge

  The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

  Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2021-2025 Toyota Highlander Seat Recliner Recall (26V128)
  March 5, 2026 · 686,588 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2025 Toyota Highlander; 2021-2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

  The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.

  Risk: A seat back that fails to lock may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Explorer Wiper Motor Recall (26V117)
  March 3, 2026 · 604,533 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2021-2022 Ford Escape; 2021-2022 Ford Explorer; 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator; 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair

  The windshield wiper motor may fail and prevent the windshield wipers from operating properly.

  Risk: Windshield wipers that fail to operate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Ranger Gas Recirculation Valve Recall (26V122)
  March 3, 2026 · 47,804 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2025 Ford Bronco; 2025 Ford Bronco Sport; 2025 Ford Escape; 2025 Ford Explorer; 2025 Ford Maverick; 2025 Ford Mustang; 2025 Ford Ranger; 2025 Lincoln Corsair; 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

  The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

  Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Ford Explorer Headlight Recall (26V121)
  March 3, 2026 · 35,772 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2025-2026 Ford Explorer

  The Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system software may cause the passenger-side headlight to turn in the wrong direction when driving through curves in the road.

  Risk: A headlight that turns incorrectly can result in increased glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The headlight control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2027 Kia Telluride Seat Belt Anchor Recall (26V135)
  March 6, 2026 · 14,870 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2026 Kia K4; 2027 Kia Telluride

  The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.

  Risk: A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Fuel Pump Control Module Recall (26V129)
  March 5, 2026 · 11,807 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500; 2025-2026 GMC Sierra 3500

  The rear fuel pump may not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Ford F-250 SD Axle Shaft Recall (26V119) Repeat recall
  March 3, 2026 · 11,431 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2025-2026 Ford F-250 SD; 2025-2026 Ford F-350 SD

  The driveshaft friction weld may fail, resulting in rear driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.

  Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the driveshaft serial number and replace the driveshaft as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Lincoln Navigator Seat Power Seat Recall (26V120)
  March 3, 2026 · 1,189 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2026 Lincoln Navigator

  The obstacle detection software for the driver seat may malfunction at low speeds, resulting in the seat reversing unexpectedly while driving.

  Risk: Unexpected movement of the driver’s seat may affect the driver’s ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The seat control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Chevrolet Express Tire Sidewall Recall (26V127)
  March 5, 2026 · 857 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2025-2026 Chevrolet Express; 2025-2026 GMC Savana

  These vehicles may be equipped with a tire with sidewall damage.

  Risk: A tire with sidewall damage may experience sudden air loss or driver loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect all tire sidewalls and replace tires with sidewall damage, free of charge.

• 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Door Latch Recall (26V134)
  March 6, 2026 · 10 vehicles

  Vehicles: 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250

  The bowden cable may have been incorrectly installed, which can prevent the door from opening from inside the vehicle.

  Risk: A door that cannot be opened may trap occupants inside the vehicle, which can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the bowden cable assembly as necessary, free of charge.

Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?

Did NHTSA open any defect investigations this week?

• DP26-001: All Wheel Drive Allegation in 2022-2023 Acura MDX, 2022-2023 Acura MDX Type S, 2021-2023 Acura TLX and 1 more
• PE26-002: Loss of Power Steering Assist in 2022 Ram 3500, 2022-2023 Ram Promaster

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.

This week had 12 recalls, 5.3 more than the 2026 weekly average of 6.7.

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.

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.

• 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV Owner's Manual Recall (26V114) (February 26, 2026)
• 2025 Kia Telluride Seat Recliner Recall (26V105) (February 23, 2026)
• 2021-2026 Ford F-150 Taillight Recall (26V104) (February 20, 2026)
• 2025 Kia K4 Instrument Cluster Recall (26V046) (January 26, 2026)
• 2024-2025 Toyota Highlander Seat Belt Anchor Recall (25V872) (December 17, 2025)
• 2026 Ford F-250 SD Axle Shaft Recall (25V866) (December 12, 2025)
• 2025 Lincoln Navigator Brake Control Module Recall (25V823) (December 1, 2025)
• 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner's Manual Recall (25V815) (November 25, 2025)
• 2023-2025 Subaru Solterra Backup Camera Display Recall (25V744) (October 30, 2025)
• 2025 Kia Telluride Spare Tire Recall (25V745) (October 30, 2025)
• 2023-2024 Toyota Venza Instrument Cluster Recall (25V595) (September 11, 2025)
• 2025 Kia K4 Engine Fastener Recall (25V548) (August 25, 2025)

What should I do if my car is on this list?

1. Confirm with your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2. Schedule the free recall repair at an authorized dealer and ask whether parts are available.
3. Keep the repair order from every visit.
4. 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.

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