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Recent Vehicle Recalls
2024-2025 Infiniti QX80 and Nissan Rogue SUVs
Vehicles Affected: Nissan is recalling more than 37,000 model-year 2025 Infiniti QX80 and 2024-2025 Rogue SUVs.
The Problem: According to the automaker, a software malfunction may result in the rearview camera showing a blank screen when the vehicle is in Reverse, thus increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment software via an over-the-air update as necessary and for free. Nissan will notify owners by November 21st.
Image Source: 37,000-Plus Infiniti QX80s, Nissan Rogues Recalled for Absent Rearview Camera Image | Cars.com
Honda Recalls 1.7 Million Vehicles
Vehicles Affected: Honda is recalling approximately 1.7 million vehicles, including model-year 2023-2025 Acura Integra and 2024-2025 Integra Type S hatchbacks, as well as 2023-2025 Honda Civic Type R hatchbacks and CR-V, CR-V Hybrid and HR-V SUVs; 2022-2025 Civic sedans and hatchbacks; plus 2025 CR-V e:FCEV fuel-cell SUVs and Civic Hybrid sedans and hatchbacks.
The Problem: According to the automaker, the steering gearbox worm wheel can expand when it gets hot or damp. This can lead to less grease between the worm wheel and worm gear. Additionally, the worm gear spring preload was set too high, allowing the parts to slide against each other more forcefully. The extra friction can cause concerning noises when steering, make it harder to steer or cause the steering to feel sticky.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary and for free. Honda will notify owners by November 18th.
Image Source: Approximately 1.7 Million Acura, Honda Vehicles Recalled for Steering Gearbox Issue | Cars.com
2023-2024 Ram 1500
Vehicles Affected: Parent company Stellantis is recalling 129,300 model-year 2023-2024 Ram 1500 pickups.
The Problem: The self-canceling feature may not function properly, thereby causing the turn signal to remain active after a completed turn. A failed turn signal is unable to communicate a driver’s intended change of direction and may increase the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column control module as necessary and for free. Stellantis will notify owners by October 29th.
Image Source: https://www.cars.com/articles/129000-ram-1500-pickup-trucks-recalled-for-turn-signal-issue-490238/
2019-2020 Nissan Leaf
Vehicles Affected: Nissan is recalling approximately 24,000 model-year 2019-2020 Leaf vehicles equipped with a DC fast-charging port.
The Problem: During DC fast charging, the high-voltage battery may overheat and increase the risk of fire. Owners are advised not to use DC fast charging until the issue is fixed.
The Fix: Dealers will update the battery software as necessary and for free. Nissan will send a first notice to owners in October and a second one once the remedy is available in November.
Image Source: Nearly 24,000 Nissan Leafs Recalled for Overheating Battery, Fire Risk | Cars.com
2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe/2022-2024 Grand Cherokee
Vehicles Affected: Parent company Stellantis is recalling 154,000 plug-in-hybrids, including 2020-2024 Wrangler 4xe and 2022-2024 Grand Cherokee 4xe SUVs.
The Problem: According to the automaker, a routine data review revealed 13 reported fires. All vehicles were parked and off during the occurrences. Jeep estimates approximately 5% of affected vehicles may have the defect. The company notes the risk of fire is reduced when the battery is depleted. As such, owners are advised to refrain from recharging and to park away from structures or other vehicles until a remedy is performed.
The Fix: There is no remedy at this time, but Jeep will contact customers when one is available.
Image Source: 154,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe, Grand Cherokee 4xe SUVs Recalled for Fire Risk | Cars.com
*All recall information is courtesy of Cars.com
