New Car Recalls This Week: July 6 to 12, 2026
4 recalls · 546,661 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 4 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between July 6, 2026 and July 12, 2026, covering 546,661 vehicles. The most serious: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Label Recall (26V436).
Which cars were recalled the week of July 6, 2026?
- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Label Recall (26V436)
July 7, 2026 · 541,237 vehiclesVehicles: 2021-2026 Subaru Ascent; 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid; 2025-2026 Subaru Forester; 2025-2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid
These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label.
Risk: An incorrect GAWR label may lead to an overloaded vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge.
- 2026 Lexus TX Axle Recall (26V437)
July 8, 2026 · 5,408 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Lexus TX; 2026 Lexus TX Hybrid; 2026 Lexus TX Plug-IN Hybrid; 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander; 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
The rear axle carriers may have been manufactured with insufficient material strength and could break.
Risk: A broken rear axle carrier can cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle carrier sub-assembly code, and replace the sub-assemblies as necessary, free of charge.
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Knee Bolster Recall (26V445)
July 7, 2026 · 15 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Tesla Model 3; 2026 Tesla Model Y
The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures.
Risk: A noncompliant vehicle may have reduced occupant protections, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Tesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge.
- 2026 Toyota Tundra Label Recall (26V433) Repeat recall
July 6, 2026 · 1 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Toyota Tundra
The current load carrying capacity modification label is incorrect.
Risk: An incorrect load carrying capacity modification label may lead to improper loading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will provide the owner with a new load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Toyota | 2 |
| Subaru | 1 |
| Lexus | 1 |
| Tesla | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Other Equipment | 2 |
| Transmission | 1 |
| Air Bags | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July 6, 2026 (this week) | 4 | 546,661 |
| June 29, 2026 | 13 | 678,443 |
| June 22, 2026 | 5 | 901,038 |
| June 15, 2026 | 2 | 35,531 |
| June 8, 2026 | 3 | 799,378 |
| 2026 weekly average | 6.7 | 819,938 |
This week had 4 recalls, 2.7 fewer 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.
| Recall | Complaints since recall | Repeat-problem reports |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Label Recall (26V436) | 9 | 2 (22%) |
| 2026 Lexus TX Axle Recall (26V437) | 2 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Knee Bolster Recall (26V445) | 4 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Toyota Tundra Label Recall (26V433) | 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.
- 2026 Subaru Forester Sunroof Recall (26V346) (May 28, 2026)
- 2024 Toyota Tundra Engine Recall (26V320) (May 20, 2026)
- 2025-2026 Tesla Model Y Label Recall (26V315) (May 18, 2026)
- 2021-2023 Tesla Model 3 Backup Camera Software Recall (26V283) (May 4, 2026)
- 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra Label Recall (26V179) (March 24, 2026)
- 2022-2025 Lexus NX Backup Camera Software Recall (26V162) (March 18, 2026)
- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Filler Pipe and Cap Recall (26V106) (February 23, 2026)
- 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra Backup Camera Software Recall (26V038) (January 23, 2026)
- 2026 Subaru Forester Hinge and Attachments Recall (25V889) (December 18, 2025)
- 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra Engine Recall (25V767) (November 6, 2025)
- 2023-2025 Subaru Solterra Backup Camera Display Recall (25V744) (October 30, 2025)
- 2025 Tesla Model 3 Fuses Recall (25V690) (October 10, 2025)
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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