New Car Recalls This Week: September 21 to 27, 2026
6 recalls · 83,945 vehicles
Manufacturers reported 6 recalls on 2021 and newer cars, SUVs and pickups to NHTSA between September 21, 2026 and September 27, 2026, covering 83,945 vehicles. The most serious: 2025-2027 Ford Expedition Headlight Recall (26V606).
Which cars were recalled the week of September 21, 2026?
- 2025-2027 Ford Expedition Headlight Recall (26V606)
September 22, 2026 · 41,748 vehiclesVehicles: 2025-2027 Ford Expedition; 2026 Ford F-250 SD; 2026 Ford F-350 SD; 2026 Ford F-450 SD
The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams.
Risk: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2025-2027 Cadillac Optiq Visibility Power Window Recall (26V612)
September 24, 2026 · 29,347 vehiclesVehicles: 2025-2027 Cadillac Optiq
When closed using the key fob's express-up function, the front windows may fail to detect an obstruction and reverse direction.
Risk: A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: The body control module (BCM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
- 2026 Ford Ranger Backup Camera Display Recall (26V605)
September 22, 2026 · 11,405 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Ford Ranger
1-inch center stack screen.
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The remedy is currently under development.
- 2024-2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Frame Recall (26V613)
September 24, 2026 · 1,073 vehiclesVehicles: 2024-2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Cracks may develop in the rear subframe.
Risk: A cracked subframe may have reduced structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. A crack may also diminish handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear subframe as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024 Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Stitching Recall (26V615)
September 24, 2026 · 371 vehiclesVehicles: 2024 Land Rover Defender
The second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched.
Risk: An improperly stitched seat belt may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat belt serial number, and replace the seat belt, as necessary, free of charge.
- 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Transmission Control Module Recall (26V607)
September 23, 2026 · 1 vehiclesVehicles: 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
The circuit board in the powertrain control module (PCM) was misaligned during production and may be deformed.
Risk: A deformed circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: A dealer will replace the PCM, free of charge.
Which makes and parts had the most recalls this week?
| Make | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Land Rover | 3 |
| Ford | 2 |
| Cadillac | 1 |
| Recall area | Recalls |
|---|---|
| Lighting and Visibility | 2 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 |
| Body, Doors and Seats | 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 2026 weekly average so far.
| Week of | Recalls | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 (this week) | 6 | 83,945 |
| September 14, 2026 | 3 | 123,122 |
| September 7, 2026 | 11 | 589,666 |
| August 31, 2026 | 7 | 780,178 |
| August 24, 2026 | 4 | 225,833 |
| 2026 weekly average | 6.4 | 760,791 |
This week had 6 recalls, about the same as the 2026 weekly average of 6.4.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2027 Ford Expedition Headlight Recall (26V606) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2025-2027 Cadillac Optiq Visibility Power Window Recall (26V612) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Ford Ranger Backup Camera Display Recall (26V605) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2024-2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Frame Recall (26V613) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2024 Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Stitching Recall (26V615) | 0 | too few to measure |
| 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Transmission Control Module Recall (26V607) | 0 | too few to measure |
None of this week’s recalls has enough complaints yet to say whether the repair is holding. Recent recalls take time to build up owner reports.
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.
- 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Dc and Dc Converter Recall (26V599) (September 17, 2026)
- 2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (26V548) (August 25, 2026)
- 2021-2023 Ford F-150 Backup Camera Display Recall (26V489) (July 28, 2026)
- 2021 Lincoln Navigator Transmission Recall (26V402) (June 24, 2026)
- 2021-2026 Land Rover Defender Front Air Bag Recall (26V389) (June 12, 2026)
- 2021-2024 Ford Expedition Center Console Recall (26V368) (June 9, 2026)
- 2021-2022 Ford Expedition Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (26V344) (May 27, 2026)
- 2025-2026 Ford Explorer Engine Recall (26V343) (May 27, 2026)
- 2026 Ford Ranger Label Recall (26V335) (May 26, 2026)
- 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Warning Light and Devices Recall (26V297) (May 12, 2026)
- 2024-2026 Ford Ranger Seat Fastener Recall (26V268) (April 28, 2026)
- 2026 Land Rover Defender Fuel Tank Recall (26V263) (April 23, 2026)
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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