Surprise recall hits the road–what it means for you.
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Attention, road warriors and drivers alike!
If you're cruising in a Ford, Cadillac, or Nissan, you might want to pull over and read this.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has waved the red flag on over 160,000 vehicles, and yours could be one of them. It's time to ensure your trusty steed isn't hiding a potentially dangerous defect.
Recalls are a serious business. They're issued when a manufacturer or the NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards.
Most decisions to conduct a recall and remedy a safety defect are made voluntarily by manufacturers prior to any involvement by NHTSA.
From March 31 to April 6, the NHTSA published several recalls that could affect your peace of mind and safety on the road.
Here's the lowdown on the latest recalls and what you need to know to keep your wheels turning safely.
Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators pulled over seat belt defect
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for select 2018–2020 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models due to a potential issue with the seat belts for the driver or front passenger, which could lock unexpectedly.
According to the recall notice, the problem stems from the retractor pretensioners, which may activate unintentionally because of oxidation on an internal component.
Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor date codes and replace any affected retractors at no cost to the owner. Notification letters are scheduled to be mailed out on April 14.
Affected units: 105,322
Nissan issues recall for Kicks model due to incorrect weight labeling
Nissan has recalled select 2025 Kicks vehicles due to a certification label error listing incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Dealers will provide updated labels at no cost, with owner notification letters scheduled to go out on May 12.
Affected units: 37,003
Cadillac vehicles recalled due to incorrect information found in the owner's manual
General Motors has issued a recall for select 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ models due to incorrect details in the owner’s manual regarding the vehicle’s head restraints.
According to the recall notice, the manual mistakenly included descriptions and illustrations meant for the China-market LYRIQ, which features a different head restraint design.
GM will provide updated manual inserts with accurate descriptions and images at no cost. Notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 12.
Affected units: 10,643
Also read: Check your VIN: 45,000+ vehicles recalled across major brands
If you're one of the 105,322 owners of these vehicles, expect a letter around April 14. Ford dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor date codes and replace the retractors at no cost to you.
BMW's Electrical connection concern
BMW has issued a recall for certain 2025 vehicles due to a potential issue with the electrical connection between the starter-generator and the battery, which could become loose. The affected models include:
Affected units: 4,397
Ford's oil leak alert
Ford Motor Company has recalled certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles due to a potential misalignment of the engine cup plug, which could lead to a rapid oil leak.
The affected vehicles are equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine.
Dealers will inspect the alignment of the engine cup plug and replace it if necessary, at no cost to owners. Notification letters will be sent on May 26.
Affected vehicles: 4,163
Check Your VIN
If your car isn't listed above, don't breathe a sigh of relief just yet. It's always a good idea to stay proactive about your vehicle's health.
You can search the NHTSA’s database using your vehicle identification number (VIN) to see if any new recalls apply to your ride.
Read next: Safety warning: A massive vehicle recall is underway—find out if you’re impacted!
Have you ever dealt with a car recall? How was your experience? Do you have tips for others on how to handle recalls efficiently? Share your stories and advice in the comments below!
If you're cruising in a Ford, Cadillac, or Nissan, you might want to pull over and read this.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has waved the red flag on over 160,000 vehicles, and yours could be one of them. It's time to ensure your trusty steed isn't hiding a potentially dangerous defect.
Recalls are a serious business. They're issued when a manufacturer or the NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards.
Most decisions to conduct a recall and remedy a safety defect are made voluntarily by manufacturers prior to any involvement by NHTSA.
From March 31 to April 6, the NHTSA published several recalls that could affect your peace of mind and safety on the road.
Here's the lowdown on the latest recalls and what you need to know to keep your wheels turning safely.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued multiple recalls, affecting over 160,000 vehicles from manufacturers such as Ford, Nissan, and Cadillac. Image source: Luxury Wheels / Youtube.
Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators pulled over seat belt defect
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for select 2018–2020 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models due to a potential issue with the seat belts for the driver or front passenger, which could lock unexpectedly.
According to the recall notice, the problem stems from the retractor pretensioners, which may activate unintentionally because of oxidation on an internal component.
Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor date codes and replace any affected retractors at no cost to the owner. Notification letters are scheduled to be mailed out on April 14.
Affected units: 105,322
Nissan issues recall for Kicks model due to incorrect weight labeling
Nissan has recalled select 2025 Kicks vehicles due to a certification label error listing incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Dealers will provide updated labels at no cost, with owner notification letters scheduled to go out on May 12.
Affected units: 37,003
Recalls address a range of issues, including incorrectly labeled weight information, potential seat belt malfunctions, inaccurate owner's manual information, and possible electrical connection failures. Image source: Steve Hammes New Car Reviews / Youtube.
Cadillac vehicles recalled due to incorrect information found in the owner's manual
General Motors has issued a recall for select 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ models due to incorrect details in the owner’s manual regarding the vehicle’s head restraints.
According to the recall notice, the manual mistakenly included descriptions and illustrations meant for the China-market LYRIQ, which features a different head restraint design.
GM will provide updated manual inserts with accurate descriptions and images at no cost. Notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 12.
Affected units: 10,643
Also read: Check your VIN: 45,000+ vehicles recalled across major brands
If you're one of the 105,322 owners of these vehicles, expect a letter around April 14. Ford dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor date codes and replace the retractors at no cost to you.
BMW's Electrical connection concern
BMW has issued a recall for certain 2025 vehicles due to a potential issue with the electrical connection between the starter-generator and the battery, which could become loose. The affected models include:
- 330i
- 330i xDrive
- 530i
- 530i xDrive
- 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive)
- 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive)
- 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive)
- X3 30 xDrive
Affected units: 4,397
Owners of affected vehicles will receive notification letters with details on free inspections and necessary replacements or repairs from their respective car dealerships. Image source: Redline Reviews / Youtube.
Ford's oil leak alert
Ford Motor Company has recalled certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles due to a potential misalignment of the engine cup plug, which could lead to a rapid oil leak.
The affected vehicles are equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine.
Dealers will inspect the alignment of the engine cup plug and replace it if necessary, at no cost to owners. Notification letters will be sent on May 26.
Affected vehicles: 4,163
Check Your VIN
If your car isn't listed above, don't breathe a sigh of relief just yet. It's always a good idea to stay proactive about your vehicle's health.
You can search the NHTSA’s database using your vehicle identification number (VIN) to see if any new recalls apply to your ride.
Read next: Safety warning: A massive vehicle recall is underway—find out if you’re impacted!
Have you ever dealt with a car recall? How was your experience? Do you have tips for others on how to handle recalls efficiently? Share your stories and advice in the comments below!
