The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued several recalls, impacting over 305,000 vehicles, including models from Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Fisker, and Jeep. If you’re wondering if your car is affected, you can check the NHTSA’s website by entering your vehicle’s identification number (VIN) for the latest recall information.
Below are key details on the recalls announced from November 17 to November 23, 2024.
Kia Recalls Over 62,000 EV6 Vehicles
Kia is recalling 62,872 of its 2022-2024 EV6 electric vehicles due to a potential issue with the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). If the ICCU becomes damaged, it could prevent the 12-volt battery from charging, leading to a loss of power and increasing the risk of a crash. Kia will inspect, replace, and update the ICCU and its software free of charge. Recall notifications will be sent out by December 13, 2024. Owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. This recall expands on a previous one (24V-200).
Stellantis Recalls Jeep Grand Cherokee & Grand Cherokee L
Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, is recalling 7,198 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L models. A software issue may cause the speedometer to display incorrect speeds, potentially leading to crashes. These vehicles fail to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 101, which governs display and control systems. Dealers will update the software at no cost. Recall notifications will be sent by December 17, 2024. For more details, owners can contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Fisker Recalls Ocean for Transmission Problem
Fisker is recalling 7,745 2023-2024 Ocean electric vehicles due to a transmission defect. The transmission may fail to shift into the proper gear, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll away while in drive or reverse, increasing the risk of accidents. Fisker has issued an over-the-air software update, which will be available on March 11, 2024. Owners can reach Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371.
Honda Recalls Motorcycles for Fuel Pump Issue
Honda is recalling 40,481 motorcycles due to a defect in the fuel pump impellers, which could cause the fuel pump to fail. This issue may lead to an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Honda dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module free of charge. Recall letters will be sent out by January 6, 2025. Affected models include certain years of the CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and VFR1200F motorcycles. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870.
Hyundai Recalls Tucson and Santa Cruz for Rollaway Risk
Hyundai is recalling 42,465 of its 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz models due to an issue with the console extension wiring. If the wiring is routed incorrectly, the transmission may shift out of park without the brake pedal being applied, causing the vehicle to roll away. This increases the risk of accidents. Dealers will reroute the wiring for free, and owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking their vehicles. Recall notifications will be sent by January 19, 2025. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 for more information.
Hyundai Recalls Ioniq and Genesis Models Over Charging Issue
Hyundai is also recalling 145,235 of its Ioniq and Genesis vehicles due to a malfunction in the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). If the ICCU fails, it can prevent the 12-volt battery from charging, leading to a loss of power and increasing the risk of a crash. Affected vehicles include the 2022-2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5, 2023-2025 Ioniq 6, and several Genesis models (GV60, GV70, G80) from 2023 to 2025. Dealers will inspect, replace, and update the ICCU and its software at no charge. Recall letters will be sent by January 17, 2025. Hyundai owners should contact customer service at 1-855-371-9460, while Genesis owners can contact 1-844-340-9741.
How to Check for Recalls
If your vehicle isn’t listed here, you can easily check for recalls by visiting the NHTSA website and entering your VIN. It’s important to stay informed about recalls to keep your vehicle safe and ensure it meets all safety standards.
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