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All recall information courtesy of Cars.com.
2022-25 Ford & Lincoln SUVs
Vehicles Affected: Ford is recalling more than 254,600 vehicles, including model-year 2022-25 Navigator full-size SUVs, 2024-25 Nautilus midsize SUVs and 2025 Aviator and Explorer midsize SUVs.
The Problem: According to the automaker, the Image Processing Module A (IPMA) software may reset without notice, resulting in a loss of the rearview camera image and some driver-assistance features, such as lane departure steering assist, blind spot monitoring and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking. An absent rearview camera image, as well as a loss of driver-assistance features, increases the risk of a crash.
The Fix: The IPMA software can be updated by a dealer or via an over-the-air update as necessary and for free. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 30.
Image Source: 254,000-Plus Ford, Lincoln SUVs Recalled for Software Error Affecting Rearview Camera, Safety Features | Cars.com
2022-26 Lexus NX/RX/TX
Vehicles Affected: Toyota is recalling approximately 144,200 vehicles, including model-year 2022-25 NXs, 2023-26 RXs and 2024-26 TXs.
The Problem: According to the automaker, the backup camera in these vehicles may go blank when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, thereby decreasing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will update the camera software or replace the camera as necessary and for free. Lexus will notify owners by mid-May.
Image Source: 144,000-Plus Lexus SUVs Recalled for Backup Camera | Cars.com
2025-26 Volkswagen Jetta
Vehicles Affected: Volkswagen is recalling more than 48,100 model-year 2025-26 Jettas.
The Problem: According to the automaker, the transmission ground wire may not have been connected during production, so there could be an open electrical circuit. An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.
The Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission ground wire as necessary and for free. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 8.
Image Source: Volkswagen Recalls 48,000-Plus Jettas for Fire Risk | Cars.com
2025 Ford & Lincoln Models
Vehicles Affected: Ford is recalling 47,800 vehicles, including model-year 2025 Bronco, Bronco Sport, Escape and Explorer SUVs; Mustang sports cars; and Maverick and Ranger pickup trucks. Affected Lincolns include model-year 2025 Corsair and Nautilus SUVs.
The Problem: According to the automaker, the exhaust gas recirculation valve in these vehicles may fail and cause a loss of drive power, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: A remedy is currently under development. Interim letters to the owners were expected to be mailed March 16.
Image Source: 47,000-Plus Fords, Lincolns Recalled for Loss of Drive Power | Cars.com
2021-24 Toyota Highlander & Highlander Hybrid SUVs
Vehicles Affected: Toyota is recalling approximately 550,000 vehicles, including model-year 2021-24 Highlanders and Highlander Hybrids.
The Problem: According to the automaker, the issue involves the recliner assemblies in the second-row seats, which may not fully lock after adjustment. An unsecured seatback may fail to restrain occupants in the event of a high-speed crash and increase the risk of injury.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the return springs in the recliner assemblies as necessary and for free. Toyota will notify owners by early May.
Image Source: Toyota Recalls 550,000 Highlander, Highlander Hybrid SUVs for Seat Issue | Cars.com
