New Car Recalls This Week: April 13 to 19, 2026
6 recalls · 340,805 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 6 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between April 13, 2026 and April 19, 2026, covering 340,805 vehicles. The most serious: 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Dc and Dc Converter Recall (26V248).
Which cars were recalled the week of April 13, 2026?
- 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Dc and Dc Converter Recall (26V248)
April 17, 2026 · 170,169 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace; 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace; 2021-2024 Land Rover Defender; 2021-2024 Land Rover Discovery; 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover; 2021-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque; 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport; 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the central software, free of charge.
- 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Sun Visor Recall (26V238)
April 14, 2026 · 140,201 vehiclesVehicles: 2024-2026 Ford Ranger
The sun visor or headliner wiring harnesses may be improperly positioned or have excessive tape thickness, which can result in damaged wires.
Risk: Damaged wires can create an electrical short and cause a fire in the A-pillar area, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiring for damage and update the body control module software.
- 2021-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Brake Pedal Recall (26V240) Repeat recall
April 15, 2026 · 18,853 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro; 2021-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback; 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback E-Tron; 2024 Audi SQ8 E-Tron; 2024 Audi SQ8 Sportback E-Tron
The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
Risk: Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge.
- 2026 Ram 2500 Stability Control Control Module Recall (26V244)
April 16, 2026 · 6,605 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Ram 2500
The trucks may be equipped with steering column control modules that can cause a loss of electronic stability control.
Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge.
- 2021-2025 Ford Bronco Transmission Recall (26V236) Repeat recall
April 14, 2026 · 4,922 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2025 Ford Bronco
The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.
Risk: Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge.
- 2025 Ford Maverick Engine Block Heater Recall (26V239) Repeat recall
April 14, 2026 · 55 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Ford Bronco Sport; 2025 Ford Maverick
5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater.
Risk: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Ford | 3 |
| Jaguar | 1 |
| Land Rover | 1 |
| Audi | 1 |
| Ram | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| EV and Hybrid Battery | 1 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 1 |
| Brakes | 1 |
| Driver Assistance | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 (this week) | 6 | 340,805 |
| April 6, 2026 | 8 | 1,045,830 |
| March 30, 2026 | 8 | 815,588 |
| March 23, 2026 | 9 | 404,901 |
| March 16, 2026 | 10 | 518,827 |
| 2026 weekly average | 7.0 | 905,837 |
This week had 6 recalls, 1.0 fewer than the 2026 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Dc and Dc Converter Recall (26V248) | 44 | 5 (11%) |
| 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Sun Visor Recall (26V238) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro Brake Pedal Recall (26V240) | 1 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Ram 2500 Stability Control Control Module Recall (26V244) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2021-2025 Ford Bronco Transmission Recall (26V236) | 13 | 1 (8%) |
| 2025 Ford Maverick Engine Block Heater Recall (26V239) | 5 | 2 (40%) |
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.
- 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Instrument Cluster Recall (26V225) (April 9, 2026)
- 2025-2026 Ford Bronco Sport Passenger Air Bag Recall (26V201) (March 31, 2026)
- 2025-2026 Ford Maverick Sunroof Recall (26V157) (March 17, 2026)
- 2025 Ford Ranger Gas Recirculation Valve Recall (26V122) (March 3, 2026)
- 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S Integrated Trailer Brake Control Recall (26V059) (February 2, 2026)
- 2021-2026 Audi A6 Allroad Backup Camera Recall (25V900) (December 19, 2025)
- 2025 Ram 2500 Air Bag Control Module Recall (25V882) (December 18, 2025)
- 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback E-Tron Supply Line Recall (24V428) (June 10, 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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