Center for Auto Safety

06/02/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving air bags, loss of drive power, and the display of critical safety information. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. Lucid USA, Inc. Lucid Air (2024-2025): inverter may fail and cause loss of drive power. 2,039 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V309

2. General Motors, LLC various GMC and Chevrolet vehicles (2018-2019): roof rail air bag inflator endcap may detach, which can project the cap or fragments into the vehicle. 2,785 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V325

3. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC), Jeep Grand Cherokee (2022-2026), Grand Cherokee L (2023-2025): side air bags may not deploy properly. 419,035 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V328

4. General Motors, LLC various Cadillac vehicles (2015-2016): air bag inflator may rupture, which can result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants. 4,125 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V329

5. Nissan North America, Inc. Nissan Kicks (2025-2026): a partial or blank screen display will not show critical safety information such as speed or warning lights. 51,598 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V331

6. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.), various Acura and Honda vehicles (2016-2026): air bags may deploy unintentionally during a crash. 98,892 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V332

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

05/31/2026

On the podcast we discuss Waymo's solutions to avoid flood waters, but will geofencing and sensors be enough? We also cover Tesla crash data redactions, Uber insurance liability, and more news! https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/2863349/

05/29/2026

Do autonomous vehicle companies really have altruistic intentions regarding the disabled community? We're highly skeptical, and believe safety measures should be in place for all road users. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/2863349/

05/27/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving fire risks, collision avoidance, and more. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. Ford Motor Company, Ford Bronco (2021-2022): hard top may crack, detach, and create a road hazard. 16,200 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V299

2. General Motors, LLC various Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles (2025-2026): incorrect wheel hub bolts can loosen or break, resulting in loss of vehicle control. 2,457 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V304

3. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.), Honda Prologue (2024-2025); Acura ZDX (2024): rearview camera may display distorted or blank image, reducing the driver’s view. 59,887 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V306

4. Hyundai Motor America, Hyundai Elantra (2015-2016), Elantra GT (2016): air bag inflator may rupture. 3,493 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V307

5. Hyundai Motor America, Hyundai Elantra Hybrid (2024-2026): hybrid power control unit may overheat and cause a fire. 54,337 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V308

6. Hyundai Motor America, various Hyundai vehicles (2025-2026): forward collision avoidance system may activate brakes unexpectedly. 421,078 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V316

7. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing, Toyota Tundra (2024): debris in engine may cause stall. 43,566 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V320

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

05/22/2026

The podcast is back! We kick things off by tackling some unscrupulous AI claims from Musk, question why dangerous speeds are promoted in car ads, dive into US and European safety ratings, examine Waymo flood updates, and more. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/2843908/

05/21/2026

We break down some of the myths behind horsepower in your vehicles, delve into Waymo's proposed solutions to avoid flooded roads, discuss the safety implications of advertising speed in car ads, and dish out policy news on the podcast. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/2843908/

05/19/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving fire risks, loss of drive power, and more. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC), Jeep Cherokee (2019-2023): power transfer unit may fail and cause a loss of drive power. 61,711 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V290

2. General Motors LLC, various Cadillac, GMC, and Chevrolet vehicles (2015-2026): do not drive warning since front and/or rear wheels may lock up. 66 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V289

3. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC various Mercedes-Benz vehicles (2024-2026): blank instrument panel display fails to show critical safety information, such as speedometer and warning lights. 144,049 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V281

4. Tesla, Inc. various Tesla vehicles (2020-2023): a delayed rearview images reduces the driver’s view behind the vehicle. 218,868 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V283

5. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC), Ram 2500 (2023-2026): vehicle can exceed the speed rating of tires, with the potential for loss of vehicle control. 12,736 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V288

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

Learn about car recalls & the safety of your vehicle. Get help from Center for Auto Safety members & public records.

05/01/2026

If you or a loved one was run over by a vehicle, would you expect more than $2.5k? We sure hope so! We dive into legal liability coverage for Zoox, DUI prevention tech, truck safety, Waymo PR, and more on the podcast! https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/2778845/

04/30/2026

We examine safety claims from Waymo and dig into their data. Are these vehicles truly safer than human drivers, or do those statements lack concrete evidence? Listen to the podcast for this and more! https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/2778845/

04/28/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving fire risks, loss of drive power, and more. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. Nissan North America, Inc. Nissan Cube (2009-2010): air bag inflator may detach from steering wheel, and can strike the driver or occupants. 47,928 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V230

2. Ford Motor Company, Ford Bronco (2021-2025): loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway due to transmission misalignment. 4,922 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V236

3. Ford Motor Company, Ford Ranger (2024-2026): sun visor wiring may cause fire. 140,201 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V238

4. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Audi E-Tron (2019-2024) and Audi E-Tron Sportback (2020-2024): brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function. 18,853 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V240

5. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC various Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles (2019-2024): loss of drive power from DC-DC converter failure. 170,169 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V248

6. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. Mitsubishi Outlander (2014-2020) and Outlander PHEV (2018-2022): liftgate gas spring rupture or liftgate failing unexpectedly. 108,046 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V252

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

Learn about car recalls & the safety of your vehicle. Get help from Center for Auto Safety members & public records.