Lighting and Visibility Recalls (2021-2027)

Which makes have the most lighting and visibility recalls?

What are the newest lighting and visibility recalls?

• 2025-2027 Cadillac Optiq Visibility Power Window Recall (26V612)
  September 24, 2026 · 29,347 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When closed using the key fob's express-up function, the front windows may fail to detect an obstruction and reverse direction. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  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.

• 2025-2027 Ford Expedition Headlight Recall (26V606)
  September 22, 2026 · 41,748 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  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.

• 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Windshield Wiper and Washer Recall (26V529)
  August 13, 2026 · 81 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  Due to a software issue in the body control module (BCM), the windshield wipers may fail.

  Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge.

• 2026-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) Lighting Recall (26V513) Repeat recall
  August 6, 2026 · 2,071 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The center roof marker lights may fail to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid Lighting Control Module Software Recall (26V511)
  August 6, 2026 · 508,354 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The instrument cluster display may fail during vehicle startup, deactivating the hazard lights, turn signals, seat belt warning system, and smart key reminder. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment," 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention," and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

  Risk: An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the display software, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Rivian R1S Turn Signal Recall (26V508) Repeat recall
  August 5, 2026 · 3,829 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Tesla Model 3 Headlight Recall (26V507)
  August 4, 2026 · 20,349 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge.

• 2026 Ram 1500 Headlight Recall (26V421)
  July 1, 2026 · 12,592 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight wiring may cause the parking lights and daytime running lights to flicker on and off, or fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Parking lights and daytime running lights that fail to illuminate properly reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2026 Ford Mustang Wiper Motor Recall (26V418)
  June 30, 2026 · 67,842 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.

  Risk: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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

• 2026 Subaru Forester Sunroof Recall (26V346)
  May 28, 2026 · 69,663 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The sliding glass panel of the power moonroof assembly may have been improperly bonded to the sliding frame, allowing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the power moonroof glass panel for proper adhesion and, if necessary, replace the glass panel assembly, free of charge.

• 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Turn Signal Recall (26V213)
  April 2, 2026 · 32,988 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  A software error may prevent detection of a rear turn signal light failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: The driver may be unaware that the turn signal is not working, increasing the risk of a crash.

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

• 2026 Audi Q3 Sunroof Recall (26V209)
  April 1, 2026 · 6,077 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  Incorrect software may allow remote sunroof closing from a distance that prevents the operator from clearly seeing the sunroof. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: Closing the sunroof without the ability to see it can increase the risk of injury to occupants.

  Fix: Dealers will update the sunroof control module software and the owner's manual, free of charge.

• 2025-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) Turn Signal Recall (26V208)
  April 1, 2026 · 340 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The vehicle turn signals may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the turn signal indicator software, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator Windshield Wiper Recall (26V204) Repeat recall
  March 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

  Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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

• 2026 Lincoln Aviator Fan and Motor Recall (26V202)
  March 31, 2026 · 55 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to become inoperative.

  Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the instrument panel joints as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Ford Maverick Sunroof Recall (26V157)
  March 17, 2026 · 323 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached glass panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass and replace the glass if necessary, free of charge.

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

  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.

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

  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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  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.

• 2026 Toyota Corolla Headlight Recall (26V110)
  February 25, 2026 · 86 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  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.

• 2021-2026 Ford F-150 Taillight Recall (26V104) Repeat recall
  February 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

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

• 2026 BMW 228I Gran Coupe Lighting Recall (26V064)
  February 4, 2026 · 202 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  These vehicles are equipped with rear lights that may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and assoc.

  Risk: A rear taillight, brake light, or rear turn signal light that functions improperly, increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear lights, free of charge.

• 2026 Ford Explorer Windshield Recall (26V024) Repeat recall
  January 21, 2026 · 8 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

  Risk: In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge.

• 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E Lighting Control Module Recall (25V885) Repeat recall
  December 18, 2025 · 45,047 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The Light Driver Control Module B (LDCMB) may fail, preventing the turn signals, daytime running lights, low beam, and high beam headlights from illuminating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce the driver's visibility and the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the LDCMB software, free of charge.

• 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Headlight Recall (25V845)
  December 9, 2025 · 313 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The wiring harness may have been misrouted, which can cause the headlights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Headlights that fail can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel arch liner and repair the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Navigator Lighting Recall (25V831)
  December 1, 2025 · 1,195 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The rear lightbar may have cracks in the outer lens or weld track that allow moisture to accumulate, which can result in inoperative or flickering reverse lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Inoperative or flickering reverse lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear lightbar, free of charge.

• 2025 Nissan Sentra Windshield Recall (25V807) Repeat recall
  November 20, 2025 · 41,797 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."

  Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.

• 2026 Volvo Vnr (4) Lighting Control Module Software Recall (25V804)
  November 20, 2025 · 4,887 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: As an interim action, Volvo Trucks will update the vehicle software through an over-the-air (OTA) update to disable the AHB feature, free of charge.

• 2026 Volvo Vnl (4) Lighting Recall (25V757)
  November 3, 2025 · 1,465 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The roof center marker lights may fail to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge.

• 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Lighting Recall (25V735) Repeat recall
  October 27, 2025 · 6,197 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  An incorrect surface primer may have been used to attach the lightbar to the windshield, causing the light bar to loosen and detach.

  Risk: A detached light bar may fall, creating a road hazard for other vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Tesla Service will inspect the light bar and install an additional mechanical attachment or replace the light bar using tape to adhere the light bar to the windshield as well as an additional mechanical attachment as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Ford F-150 Lightning Bev Lighting Recall (25V731) Repeat recall
  October 24, 2025 · 14,843 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The rear lightbar may have microcracks in the outer lens that allows moisture to accumulate, which can result in inoperative or flickering reverse lights.

  Risk: Inoperative or flickering reverse lights may not alert other driver's that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear lightbar and fasteners as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Ford Expedition Sunroof Recall (25V729)
  October 24, 2025 · 174,853 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair Windshield Recall (25V730)
  October 24, 2025 · 56,841 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."

  Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 Maserati Grancabrio Headlight Recall (25V722)
  October 23, 2025 · 10,008 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlights may be missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, reducing the driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Maserati North America will inspect and, if necessary, install one or two caps to cover the horizontal headlight aim adjustment mechanism, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 Fiat 500E Headlight Recall (25V715)
  October 21, 2025 · 2,195 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended, which can result in improperly adjusted headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will install headlight adjustment plugs.

• 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck Lighting Recall (25V699)
  October 14, 2025 · 63,619 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  38.3. The vehicle controller software may cause the front parking lights to be too bright and exceed the maximum light output, adversely affecting the vision of other drivers.

  Risk: Parking lights that are too bright can reduce visibility of oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.

• 2025 Ford Bronco Windshield Recall (25V683) Repeat recall
  October 10, 2025 · 9 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

  Risk: In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge.

• 2024-2025 Lincoln Corsair Lighting Recall (25V688)
  October 10, 2025 · 84 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  Water may leak into the left and right rear combination lights, possibly resulting in a loss of reverse light, tail light, brake light, or rear turn signal function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Loss of rear lighting functions can reduce vehicle visibility and fail to alert other drivers that the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies, as necessary, free charge.

• 2026 BMW X4 Windshield Fastener Recall (25V671)
  October 8, 2025 · 3 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may not be sealed properly, allowing water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.

  Risk: Water inside electrical components can cause a loss of headlights or door closing functions, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect, reseal the windshield, and replace the vehicle control unit and wiring, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Kia Sorento Fan and Motor Recall (25V649)
  September 25, 2025 · 39,536 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

  Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) Lighting Control Module Recall (25V621)
  September 18, 2025 · 2,307 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When towing a trailer, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module.

  Risk: Trailer tail lights and turn signals that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the trailer body input/output module, free of charge.

• 2023-2025 Toyota BZ4X Defroster Recall (25V577)
  September 4, 2025 · 94,320 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  During certain HVAC system faults, such as electrical compressor failure, the defroster and defogger system may become inoperative.

  Risk: An inoperative defroster and defogger system can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the HVAC control ECU software, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X5 Windshield Fastener Recall (25V556)
  August 27, 2025 · 1,406 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.

  Risk: Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal.

• 2025 Ford Explorer Taillight Recall (25V543)
  August 22, 2025 · 213,121 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When towing a trailer, the tail lights on the trailer may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Trailer tail lights that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the body control module C on vehicles with less than 9,000 miles.

• 2024-2025 Ford Mustang Lighting Recall (25V546)
  August 22, 2025 · 105,545 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  Water may enter the body control module and cause a loss of communication with the exterior lighting, including the license plate light, side marker, and tail lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: License plate, side marker, and tail lights that fail to illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and seal the body seams as necessary.

• 2022 Ford F-150 Lighting Control Module Recall (25V515) Repeat recall
  August 8, 2025 · 2,361 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge.

• 2022 Ford F-150 Lighting Control Module Recall (25V517) Repeat recall
  August 8, 2025 · 1,278 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus Visibility Power Window Recall (25V518) Repeat recall
  August 8, 2025 · 482 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the driver door module (DDM) and the passenger door module (PDM) software, free of charge.

• 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA 35 4MATIC Headlight Recall (25V511) Repeat recall
  August 8, 2025 · 136 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlights as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Lighting Control Module Recall (25V519)
  August 8, 2025 · 3,270 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The LED Driver Modules may contain a burnt diode, which can cause the low-beam and high-beam headlights, daytime running lights, front position lights, and front turn signals to fail in the affected headlight. On Nautilus vehicles only, this condition may also cause the rear tail light, rear turn signal, and rear position light to fail.

  Risk: Exterior lighting failure can reduce visibility for the driver and other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the LED Driver Modules, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Lincoln Aviator Visibility Power Window Recall (25V484)
  July 25, 2025 · 23,111 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  When closing the windows with the global closing feature, the side rear windows may exert excessive force when encountering an object, before they automatically reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: A closing window that does not reverse direction as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge.

• 2025 Polestar Polestar 3 Sunroof Recall (25V420)
  July 14, 2025 · 33 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The panoramic glass sunroof may not be properly secured and can detach.

  Risk: A detached glass sunroof can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Polestar will replace the panoramic glass sunroof, free of charge.

• 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Fan and Motor Recall (25V430)
  June 26, 2025 · 1,689 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The blower motor may fail, which can cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

  Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the blower motor, as necessary free of charge.

• 2022 Lincoln Navigator Lighting Control Module Software Recall (25V403) Repeat recall
  June 13, 2025 · 48 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlight control module software may cause the side marker and daytime running lights to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the headlight control module software, free of charge.

• 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Headlight Recall (25V365) Repeat recall
  June 11, 2025 · 127 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlights are missing adjustment prevention caps, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install caps as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Rivian R1S Turn Signal Recall (25V387)
  June 11, 2025 · 27,882 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Headlight Recall (25V373)
  June 3, 2025 · 10,409 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The right-side headlight may have an incorrect headlight aim label, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Hyundai will mail owners a corrected label with inspection and installation instructions.

• 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC Visibility Interior Recall (25V325)
  May 30, 2025 · 26 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The multi-purpose camera and the rearview mirror may be insufficiently attached to the windshield and may detach.

  Risk: A detached mirror can reduce visibility for the driver. A detached camera can cause a loss of certain driving assistance systems, such as Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Brake Assist. Either of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield and reinstall the multi-purpose camera and rearview mirror, free of charge.

• 2026 Tesla Model Y Windshield Wiper Recall (25V359)
  May 29, 2025 · 172 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

  Risk: The inability to clean the windshield reduces the driver’s visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Kia K5 Lighting Control Module Software Recall (25V351)
  May 27, 2025 · 82,281 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Parking lights that fail to illuminate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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

• 2021 Ford F-150 Back Up Lights Recall (25V348) Repeat recall
  May 23, 2025 · 10 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  An over-the-air software update to the body control module (BCM) may have disabled both reverse lights.

  Risk: Inoperative reverse lights may fail to alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.

Can a lighting and visibility recall make your car a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a vehicle with a lighting and visibility recall a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

34 of the 180 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. Most are single-repair campaigns, but repeat visits for any covered defect still count.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

Frequently asked questions about lighting and visibility recalls