Current:Home > reviewsCharles Langston:Jeep, Ford, Genesis among 300,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here -FutureWise Finance
Charles Langston:Jeep, Ford, Genesis among 300,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here
Rekubit View
Date:2025-04-08 19:05:15
The Charles LangstonNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued multiple recalls last week including Hyundai's recall of nearly 100,000 Genesis vehicles for a fire risk and recall involving nearly 200,000 Jeep vehicles for an issue with the defrosting system.
Are you looking to see if any recalls were issued on your vehicle? If the car isn't listed below, owners can check USA TODAY’s automotive recall database or search NHTSA’s database for new recalls. The NHTSA website allows you to search for recalls based on your vehicle identification number or VIN.
Here is what to know about the vehicle recalls published by the NHTSA from Feb. 11 to Feb. 17.
Hyundai recalls Genesis vehicles for potential engine fire
Hyundai is recalling 90,907 of its Genesis vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short which can result in an engine fire while the car is parked or driving, the NHTSA said.
Genesis owners are advised to park outside and away from any buildings until the recall repair is complete. Mechanics will install a remedy relay kit for free in the engine junction box when you bring your car to the dealer. Notification letters will be mailed out on April 13. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
Recalled Vehicles:
- 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis
- 2017-2019 Genesis G80
- 2017-2019 Genesis G90
- 2019 Genesis G70
Chrysler recalls Jeep vehicles for defrost system appearing frozen
Chrysler is recalling 199,143 of its 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative, which may decrease a driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash, according to the NHSTA. The NHTSA also says these vehicles fail to comply with federal requirements for defrosting and defogging systems.
Dealers will update the HCP software to all affected vehicles free of charge. Owner notification letters will be be mailed out on April 5. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 04B.
Recalled vehicles:
- 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler
- 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Ford recall for power steering pressure line leak
Ford is recalling 16,543 of its 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. A connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid. A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in the loss of steering and brake assist and increase the risk of a crash, the NHTSA reports.
Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydroboost jumper line. This service will be free of charge. The NHTSA says that this vehicles have been previously recalled under 22V-089 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed. Notification letters are expected to be sent out on March 25. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S07.
Recalled vehicles:
- 2021-2022 E-350
- 2021-2022 E-450
Mercedes-Benz recalls vehicles for ground cable issue
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 12,191 vehicles for an issue with the 48-volt ground cable connection, which may not be tightened correctly and could potentially overheat, NHTSA said.
If your vehicle is affected, dealerships will make the fix, if necessary, free of charge. Notification letters are scheduled to be sent April 9, but owners can contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. The carmaker's number for this recall is 2024MMNNNN, NHTSA said.
- Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 2021
- Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2021-2023
- Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 2021-2023
- Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 2021-2023
- Mercedes-Benz CLS450 2021-2023
- Mercedes-Benz E450 2021-2023
veryGood! (95)
Related
- What do we know about the mysterious drones reported flying over New Jersey?
- Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian Proves Her Maternity Style Is the Most Interesting to Look At
- Bachelor Nation Status Check: Which Couples Are Still Continuing Their Journey?
- Is 2023 the summer of strikes for US workers? Here’s what the data says.
- Bodycam footage shows high
- Boating this summer? It's important to take precautions—bring these safety items
- Jamie Foxx apologizes after post interpreted as antisemitic: 'That was never my intent'
- When is Mega Millions’ next drawing? Jackpot hits $1.55 billion, largest in history
- Apple iOS 18.2: What to know about top features, including Genmoji, AI updates
- Opera singer David Daniels and husband plead guilty to sexual assault of singer
Ranking
- Elon Musk's skyrocketing net worth: He's the first person with over $400 billion
- Coco Gauff becomes first player since 2009 to win four WTA tournaments as a teenager
- Coco Gauff becomes first player since 2009 to win four WTA tournaments as a teenager
- When is Mega Millions’ next drawing? Jackpot hits $1.55 billion, largest in history
- Who are the most valuable sports franchises? Forbes releases new list of top 50 teams
- Coco Gauff becomes first player since 2009 to win four WTA tournaments as a teenager
- Coco Gauff defeats Maria Sakkari in DC Open final for her fourth WTA singles title
- Extreme heat, the most lethal climate disaster
Recommendation
Nearly half of US teens are online ‘constantly,’ Pew report finds
Taylor Swift fan's 'Fantasy Swiftball' game gives Swifties another way to enjoy Eras Tour
Hank the Tank, Lake Tahoe bear linked to at least 21 home invasions, has been captured
Lucas Glover overcomes yips to win 2023 Wyndham Championship on PGA Tour
FACT FOCUS: Inspector general’s Jan. 6 report misrepresented as proof of FBI setup
Why did MLB's most expensive team flop? New York Mets 'didn't have that magic'
Woman accuses Bill Cosby of drugging, sexually assaulting her in the '80s
Photos give rare glimpse of history: They fled the Nazis and found safety in Shanghai