Silke Mayr The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced recalls affecting over 305,000 vehicles, including models from Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Fisker, and Jeep. If you own one of these vehicles, it’s important to check if your car is impacted. The NHTSA allows owners to search for recalls by entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on their website.
Here’s a breakdown of the recalls from November 17 to November 23, 2024:
Kia Recalls 62,000 EV6 Electric Vehicles for Power Loss
Kia is recalling 62,872 of its 2022-2024 EV6 electric vehicles due to an issue with the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). A damaged ICCU can stop the 12-volt battery from charging, leading to a loss of power and increased risk of a crash. Kia will inspect and replace the ICCU, as well as update the software free of charge. Recall notices are expected by December 13, 2024. Owners can reach Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. This recall supersedes and expands upon a previous recall (24V-200).
Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L Recalled by Stellantis
Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, is recalling 7,198 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles due to a software glitch in the instrument panel that causes the speedometer to show incorrect speeds. This issue could result in unsafe driving conditions and accidents. These vehicles also do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 101. Dealers will update the software free of charge. Recall letters will be sent out by December 17, 2024. For more details, owners can contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Fisker Recalls Ocean Models for Transmission Issue
Fisker is recalling 7,745 2023-2024 Ocean electric vehicles due to a transmission defect. The transmission may fail to shift properly, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll away while in drive or reverse. This increases the risk of a crash. Fisker has issued an over-the-air software update, which will be available starting March 11, 2024. Owners can contact Fisker customer service at 1-844-347-5371 for assistance.
Honda Motorcycles Recalled for Fuel Pump Failure
Honda is recalling 40,481 motorcycles due to a defect in the fuel pump impellers. If the impellers deform, the fuel pump may fail, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash. Honda will inspect and replace the fuel pump module free of charge. Recall letters will be sent by January 6, 2025. The affected models include specific years of the CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and VFR1200F motorcycles. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 for more details.
Hyundai Recalls Tucson and Santa Cruz Over Rollaway Risk
Hyundai is recalling 42,465 of its 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles due to an issue with the console extension wiring. If the wiring is improperly routed, the transmission may shift out of park without the brake pedal being applied, causing the vehicle to roll away. Dealers will reroute the wiring at no cost, and owners are advised to use the parking brake when parking. Recall notices will be sent by January 19, 2025. For more information, owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Hyundai Recalls Ioniq and Genesis Vehicles for Charging Defect
Hyundai is recalling 145,235 Ioniq and Genesis models due to an issue with the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). A failure in the ICCU can stop the 12-volt battery from charging, leading to a loss of power and an increased risk of a crash. The affected vehicles include the 2022-2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, and Genesis GV60, GV70, and G80 models. Dealers will inspect, replace, and update the ICCU and its software free of charge. Recall letters will be sent by January 17, 2025. Hyundai owners can contact customer service at 1-855-371-9460, while Genesis owners can reach customer service at 1-844-340-9741.
How to Check for Vehicle Recalls
If your vehicle is not listed in this article, you can visit the NHTSA website to search for recalls by entering your VIN. Staying informed about vehicle recalls is essential to ensure your car or motorcycle remains safe and reliable.