with a specific multimedia setup and USB charging unit. Hybrid versions, at least this time, are not affected. Owners will be notified by May 17 to return their vehicles to a Lexus dealer. The dealers will update the backup camera software or, if needed, replace the backup camera, free of charge. (NHTSA release on March 24, 2026)  (NHTSA release on March 18, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

Ford recalls 254,640 SUVs for camera, ADAS software issues On March 23, Ford announced it is recalling 254,640 SUVs in the U.S. over software issues that may result in the loss of rearview camera image and some advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recalled models include 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025-2025 Lincoln Aviator and 20...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

igh-demand neighborhoods such as the Marina, Chinatown, and the Embarcadero areas, while expanding in Las Vegas to cover more hotels and entertainment destinations along the Strip. Zoox expects to begin paid journeys in Las Vegas by late June, pending National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approval. (Detroit News and other sources on March 24, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Einride receives fifth U.S. NHTSA approval to operate autonomous vehicles on public roads On March 24, Einride announced that it had demonstrated its proprietary autonomous freight technology and cab-less electric SAE Level 4, fully autonomous truck in Austin, Texas, on March 19 during an Analyst & Investor Day tied to its planned public listing via a merger with Legato Merger Corp. III. The event highlighted U.S. expansion progress, including re...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

U.S. NHTSA widens Tesla FSD probe to 3.2 million vehicles On March 18, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that it was widening an earlier probe to the examine the Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature in 3,203,754 vehicles in the U.S.  Affected models include 2016-2026 Models S and X, 2017-2026 Model 3, 2020-2026 Model Y, and 2023-2026 Cybertruck. The probe is moving from a preliminary evaluation launched in October 2...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/21

Hyundai issues recall for 2026 Palisade following child death in U.S. On March 17, Hyundai Motor America (HMA) announced it is recalling 61,093 2026 Palisade and 2026 Palisade Hybrid vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada, which are equipped with a Limited or Calligraphy trim package following the recent death of a child in Ohio. The U.S. National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that the 2nd and 3rd row power seat assemblies equipped in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/21

Manufacturing (Toyota)announced it is recalling 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The 550,007 affected vehicles in the U.S. have second-row seat backs that may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment. The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) said that the second row seats use recliner assemblies to unlock the seat backs, allow for seat back angle adjustment, and lock the seat backs ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/14

Ford recalls 849,310 Bronco, Edge vehicles over defective rear camera software On March 5, Ford announced it is recalling 849,310 2021-2026 Bronco and 2021-2024 Edge vehicles in the U.S. as a rearview camera software defect may prevent images from displaying, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety ⁠Administration (NHTSA) says that under some operating conditions in these vehicles, the APIM (Acces...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

re supplied by JDI - Japan Display Industry. In these vehicles, the image on the SYNC screen on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety ⁠Administration (NHTSA).  Ford is working to provide software as a remedy for this repair. When the remedy becomes available, Ford will notify customers to schedule a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

U.S. NHTSA to hold self-driving safety forum with Waymo, Zoox, Aurora The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced it will host a national autonomous vehicle safety forum on March 10, bringing together leaders of major self-driving companies, including Waymo, Zoox and Aurora.  NHTSA says the U.S. “is at an inflection point for automated mobility,” noting the industry has moved beyond limited testing and pilot pro...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

2 Lincoln Corsairs The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration noted that the manufacturer of the defective windshield wiper motors was Valeo North America Inc. in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Ford dealers will inspect and replace the front wiper motors as necessary, free of charge. (NHTSA release on March 4, 2026) (NHTSA release on March 3, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

nditions can reduce a driver’s ability to control an attached trailer while making it less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Starting March 17, the update will be available for the majority of vehicles via Over-the-Air (OTA), dealership, or mobile service. (Ford release) (NHTSA release on February 25, 2026) (NHTSA release on February 20, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/27

Nissan recalls 318,781 Rogue SUVs in U.S. over electronic throttle bodies On February 18, Nissan announced it is recalling 318,781 Rogue SUVs from the 2024 and 2025 model years in the U.S. with electronic throttle body gears that may fracture. The entire recall population is equipped with Nissan's 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine.  The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explains that the ignition startup process initiates...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

f necessary. Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, inspect for diagnostic trouble codes, and test drive the vehicle, free of charge. The dealer may also inspect the oil pan for metal debris, and replace the engine if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge.  (NHTSA release on February 18, 2026) (NHTSA release on February 11, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

Tesla’s robotaxis reported 14 crashes in first eight months in Austin, Texas Tesla’s robotaxi business in Austin, Texas has been involved in 14 crash incidents over about eight months, according to data sent to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Tesla launched its limited robotaxi service in Austin in June with about a dozen cars accompanied by human safety monitors. Its first crash happened in July, involving p...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/21

uld require cars with electric door systems to have a clearly labeled and readily accessible mechanical latch that is intuitive to use. It also calls for a means for first responders to be able to access vehicles that have lost battery power. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation in September 2025 into whether the doors are defective in certain Tesla Model Y SUVs, and in December opened a probe in...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

properly designed trailer tow module. Stellantis advises that the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail. The recall involves 456,287 vehicles in the U.S. The two suppliers of the suspect modules that were listed in U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) documents were the Grand Haven Stamping Plant in Holland, Michigan and Continental Automotive Guadalajara headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michig...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Hyundai recalls 568,576 Palisade SUVs in U.S. over airbag performance On January 23, Hyundai Motor America announced it is recalling 2020-2025 model year Hyundai Palisade SUVs in the U.S., with a stop sale order issued to dealers. The issue impacts 568,576 vehicles. The U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes the side curtain air bags for third-row occupants may deploy improperly in a crash. As such, these vehicle...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/07

rds that former President Joe Biden finalized in 2024. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in December proposed significantly reducing the fuel economy requirements from model years 2022 to 2031, requiring 34.5 miles per gallon on average by 2031, down from 50.4 miles per gallon. The NHTSA has proposed revising the 2022 fuel economy standards and then hiking them between 0.25% and 0.5% annually through 2031. In 2022, under Biden, t...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/05

subsequent tear-down analysis revealed damaged cells with shifted electrodes. The results of the investigation led to recall 25V836 in December 2025, but additional suspect modules were identified after VW filed the recall documentation with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Separately, SK Battery America identified a different hardware issue that could result in a different shifted electrode condition. Despite the...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/31