Over 200,000 cars recalled—see which brands and models are affected
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You count on your car to be safe—but what if there’s a hidden issue you haven’t been warned about?
Over 200,000 vehicles from major brands have just been recalled.
Before your next drive, it’s worth checking if yours is one of them.
From pickup trucks to electric vans, the range of affected models is broad—and the risks vary from minor confusion to serious mechanical failure.
The brake master cylinder could leak, possibly reducing brake performance. Dealers will replace the part—and the brake booster, if necessary—free of charge.
Notices are set to mail by April 28.
Ford is also recalling 24,655 2025 Explorer models.
A software error in the powertrain control module could cause unexpected resets, damaging the park system or causing the engine to stall.
Dealers will update the software, with letters expected by May 26.
Dealers will either update the software or replace the radio. Notification letters will be sent by June 4.
Meanwhile, 10,396 2025 Ram 1500 trucks are being recalled for a faulty tire pressure display that may prompt drivers to inflate tires to an unsafe level.
Dealers will update the instrument panel software at no cost. Letters will go out by May 8.
Dealers will update the software for free, and notices are scheduled for June 6.
Recalls are about prevention, not panic. Even if your vehicle seems to be running fine, it’s worth checking—because the smallest issue can lead to bigger problems down the road.
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Over 200,000 vehicles from major brands have just been recalled.
Before your next drive, it’s worth checking if yours is one of them.
Major recalls from Ford, Dodge, and Volkswagen
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued several recalls covering brake defects, faulty software, and display issues.From pickup trucks to electric vans, the range of affected models is broad—and the risks vary from minor confusion to serious mechanical failure.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued several recalls. Image source: Dylan McLeod / Unsplash
Ford: brake fluid leaks and software errors
Ford is recalling 123,611 vehicles, including 2017–2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator models with 3.5L EcoBoost engines.The brake master cylinder could leak, possibly reducing brake performance. Dealers will replace the part—and the brake booster, if necessary—free of charge.
Notices are set to mail by April 28.
Ford is also recalling 24,655 2025 Explorer models.
A software error in the powertrain control module could cause unexpected resets, damaging the park system or causing the engine to stall.
Dealers will update the software, with letters expected by May 26.
Stellantis: rear-view camera failures and tire pressure errors
Stellantis, parent company of Dodge and Alfa Romeo, is recalling 48,494 2023–2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and Dodge Hornet vehicles for rear-view camera displays that may fail to show the camera feed.Dealers will either update the software or replace the radio. Notification letters will be sent by June 4.
Meanwhile, 10,396 2025 Ram 1500 trucks are being recalled for a faulty tire pressure display that may prompt drivers to inflate tires to an unsafe level.
Dealers will update the instrument panel software at no cost. Letters will go out by May 8.
Volkswagen: misleading warning lights
Volkswagen has recalled 5,637 2025 ID. Buzz vehicles due to an incorrect brake system warning symbol on the dashboard.Dealers will update the software for free, and notices are scheduled for June 6.
Recalls are about prevention, not panic. Even if your vehicle seems to be running fine, it’s worth checking—because the smallest issue can lead to bigger problems down the road.
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