Check your VIN: 45,000+ vehicles recalled across major brands

Attention, road warriors and daily commuters! Your trusty four-wheeled companion might need a health check-up.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has waved the red flag on over 45,000 vehicles from household names.

If you're behind the wheel of one of these brands, it's time to perk up and ensure your ride isn't on the recall roster.



Ford Issues Two Major Recalls

Ford has recalled a combined total of 37,823 vehicles under two separate campaigns.

The first affects certain 2020–2022 Escape and 2021–2023 Bronco Sport models that may have received incorrect repairs during a previous recall.

In these vehicles, a fuel injector could crack and leak, raising the risk of an engine fire.


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Ford has recalled a combined total of 37,823 vehicles under two separate campaigns. Image source: Sven D / Unsplash


The second recall targets 2020–2022 Explorer SUVs due to a rear axle horizontal mounting bolt that may fracture, potentially causing the driveshaft to disconnect.

Both recalls involve issues where the Powertrain Control Module software may not have been properly updated.

Ford dealers will address these problems by updating the software free of charge, and affected owners will begin receiving notification letters on April 24.



Volvo Recalls Plug-In Hybrids for Battery Short-Circuit Risk

Volvo's latest recall involves a serious issue: a risk of short-circuiting in the high-voltage battery system.

This problem occurs when the battery is fully charged and the vehicle is parked.

The recall affects 7,483 vehicles, including:
  • 2020 to 2021 S90
  • 2020 to 2022 S60
  • 2020 to 2022 V60
  • 2020 to 2022 XC60
  • 2020 to 2022 XC90
  • 2022 V90
Until the issue is resolved, Volvo is advising owners not to charge their vehicles.

Dealerships will inspect and replace the high-voltage battery module if needed and update the software to better monitor battery performance. Notification letters are set to mail out on May 15.



Nissan and INFINITI Recall Select 2025 Models

Nissan North America is recalling 1,430 vehicles under both its Nissan and INFINITI brands.

The issue? Faulty front brake caliper assemblies that may lack the required strength and could break under stress, particularly during emergency braking.

The affected vehicles include:
  • 2025 Nissan Murano
  • 2025 Nissan Pathfinder
  • 2025 INFINITI QX60
Dealers will inspect the brake components and replace them if necessary, with recall notifications scheduled to go out by May 9.



How to Check If Your Vehicle Is Affected

Even if your make and model wasn’t mentioned above, it’s always wise to verify your VIN in the NHTSA’s recall database. It takes only a few minutes to see if your car has any outstanding safety recalls that need attention.


Key Takeaways

  • Over 45,000 vehicles have been recalled, including models from Ford, Volvo, and Nissan, as announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
  • Ford has issued recalls for certain Escape, Bronco Sport, and Explorer models due to potentially incorrect previous fixes related to fuel injectors and rear axle mounting bolts.
  • Volvo is recalling multiple plug in hybrid models due to a risk of battery short circuit when fully charged and parked, and will replace the high-voltage battery module and update software as needed.
  • Nissan has recalled certain Murano, Pathfinder, and INFINITI QX60 models over concerns that the front brake caliper assemblies may break and will replace them if necessary.
Have you ever been through a recall repair? How did it go? Do you have advice for fellow drivers navigating the process? Share your story in the comments below, and let’s help one another stay safe behind the wheel.

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