The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced recalls for over 305,000 vehicles, including models from Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Fisker, and Jeep. If you’re wondering whether your vehicle is among those affected, you can check the NHTSA’s website by entering your vehicle identification number (VIN) for the most up-to-date recall information.
Here’s a look at the details of the recalls issued from November 17 to November 23, 2024.
Kia Recalls 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 is damaged, it could stop charging the 12-volt battery, leading to a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Kia will inspect, replace, and update the ICCU and its software at no charge. Recall letters are expected by December 13, 2024. Owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. This recall replaces and expands on a previous recall (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 in the instrument panel could cause the speedometer to show incorrect speeds, potentially leading to crashes. These vehicles do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 101. Dealers will fix the issue by updating the software at no cost. Recall notices will be sent by December 17, 2024. For more information, owners can contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Fisker Recalls Ocean SUVs for Transmission Issue
Fisker is recalling 7,745 2023-2024 Ocean electric vehicles due to a transmission malfunction. The transmission may fail to shift into the correct gear, allowing the vehicle to roll away while in drive or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash. Fisker has issued an over-the-air software update to fix the problem, which will be available starting March 11, 2024. Owners can reach Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371.
Honda Recalls Motorcycles for Fuel Pump Failure
Honda is recalling 40,481 motorcycles due to a defect in the fuel pump impellers, which could cause the fuel pump to fail. If the pump fails, the engine may stall, raising the risk of a crash. Honda dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module for free. Recall letters will be mailed 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 for more information.
Hyundai Recalls Tucson and Santa Cruz Models
Hyundai is recalling 42,465 of its 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles due to a wiring issue in the console extension. 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 and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will reroute the wiring for free, and owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking. Recall notifications will be sent by January 19, 2025. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Hyundai Recalls Ioniq and Genesis Vehicles for Charging Problems
Hyundai is recalling 145,235 Ioniq and Genesis vehicles due to a defect in the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), which may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery. This issue can cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash. The recall affects various 2022-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Genesis GV60, GV70, and G80 models. Hyundai dealers will inspect, replace, and update the ICCU and its software free of charge. Recall letters will be sent by January 17, 2025. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or Genesis customer service at 1-844-340-9741.
How to Check for Recalls
If your vehicle isn’t listed in this article, you can check the NHTSA website for any new recalls by entering your VIN. It’s crucial to stay informed about recalls to keep your vehicle safe and compliant with safety regulations.