November 17, 2020
Roof trim may separate while driving, creating crash risk
Tesla Model X 2016
Certain vehicles had their front and spine cosmetic roof trim attached without first applying primer.
Steering knuckle may fail, causing loss of steering
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2020–2021Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Some of these Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs may have had one or both steering knuckles damaged during production.
November 13, 2020
Bolt EV Battery Can Catch Fire When Fully Charged
Chevrolet Bolt EV 2017–2019
The high-voltage traction battery in these Chevrolet Bolt EVs can catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Tires May Blow Out or Lose Tread, Raising Crash Risk
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2020–2021Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Certain tires fitted to these vehicles, Continental Cross Contact LX Sport tires in size 255/50 R20 105T, may have been over cured during manufacturing.
Oil Leak Can Drip on Alternator and Stall Engine
Hyundai Veracruz 2007–2012
Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket and drip onto the alternator.
November 12, 2020
Headlight aim caps may be loose, risking glare to others
Toyota RAV4 Prime 2021
Some 2021 RAV4 Prime vehicles may have headlight aiming caps that were not closed properly.
EGR cooler may crack, risking an intake fire
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2019
Certain Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with the 3.0L EcoDiesel engine may have an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler that cracks.
Fuel Tank Weld Can Fail, Risking Leaks and Fire
BMW Z4 2020–2021Toyota Supra 2020–2021
A weld joining the two halves of the fuel tank may not have been done properly, so it can fail over time.
November 10, 2020
Transmission Fluid Leak Can Cause Engine Fire
Ford F-650 2021Ford F-750 2021
A transmission oil cooler line on certain 2021 Ford F-650 and F-750 trucks with 7.3L gas engines may contact the air conditioning compressor pulley.
Front Axle Bracket May Fail, Causing Loss of Power or Park
Ford Explorer 2014–2016Ford Taurus 2014–2015Ford Edge 2014
The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail on certain vehicles with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front-wheel drive.
Drive shaft may fracture, risking rollaway or fire
Ford Explorer 2020Lincoln Aviator 2020
Certain vehicles with a 2.0L or 3.3L engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and the All Wheel Drive package may have a drive shaft that can fracture along its weld seam.
Loose battery ground can cause sudden power loss while driving
Land Rover Discovery 2019–2020
A loose connection between the battery ground stud and the vehicle chassis can cause various electrical faults.
November 5, 2020
Electrical Short Can Cause Fire; Software Update Fixes It
Land Rover Discovery Sport 2020Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2020
The 48-volt electrical system may experience an overload that fails a MOSFET component in the DC-DC converter, causing an electrical short circuit.
Tires May Fail Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2020–2021GMC Sierra 1500 2020–2021Buick Enclave 2020+3 more models
Certain GM vehicles from 2020 and 2021, including Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse, and Chevrolet and GMC Silverado and Sierra 1500 models, may have been built with Continental tires that were overcured during manufacturing.
Tires may suddenly lose air or tread, raising crash risk
Nissan Altima 2020
Certain tires on these vehicles may have been over cured during manufacturing.
November 4, 2020
Front Control Arm Weld May Separate, Risking Crash
BMW X5 2020–2021BMW X6 2020BMW X6 M 2020+1 more model
A weld joining the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.
Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
Volvo S60 2001–2003Volvo S80 2001–2003
Certain 2001-2003 Volvo S60 and S80 vehicles registered in listed Southern and territorial states may have a driver-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys.
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine while driving
Toyota Sienna 2017–2020Toyota Tacoma 2017–2020Lexus ES 350 2018–2020+29 more models
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail on these vehicles.
October 30, 2020
Middle Rear Seat Belt Buckle Can Slip Out of Reach
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 2020–2021Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 2020–2021Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 2021+2 more models
The middle rear seat belt buckle can be pushed down into the gap below the seat cushion while the belt is being fastened.
Loose Fusebox Can Cut Engine, Steering and Braking Aid
The engine compartment fusebox in these vehicles may come loose over time.
Passenger Seat May Move Too Far, Raising Airbag Injury Risk
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2019–2021Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 2021Mercedes-Benz E 350 2021+2 more models
The front passenger seat may be missing the mechanical stop that limits how far it can travel.
October 29, 2020
Fuel Leak Risk: Injectors Missing Vibration Damper
Some fuel injectors on these vehicles may have been installed without a damping component meant to reduce vibration.
Missing Transmission Bolts Can Cause Oil Leaks, Fire Risk
Chevrolet Equinox 2018–2020Chevrolet Traverse 2018–2020GMC Terrain 2018–2020+9 more models
Some vehicles may have missing bolts on the start/stop transmission accumulator endcap.
October 28, 2020
Power Steering Hose May Detach, Causing Sudden Steering Loss
Freightliner Sprinter 1500 2015–2020Freightliner Sprinter 2500 2015–2020Freightliner Sprinter 3500 2015–2020+5 more models
Certain Sprinter vans have power steering return line hoses that can detach at their connection points under some operating conditions.
October 27, 2020
Front Control Arm May Break, Causing Steering Loss
Jeep Cherokee 2021
Some front lower control arms may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
C-Pillar Padding May Not Protect Head in a Crash
Audi Q7 2018–2020
The padding on the C-pillar, the rear roof support beside the rear seats, may not absorb enough impact in a crash.
October 23, 2020
Steering Assist Loss and Possible Fire Risk
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 2020Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 2020Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 2020+1 more model
The power steering control unit wiring harness may have been damaged during production.
October 22, 2020
Driveshaft May Separate, Causing Loss of Power
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2019–2020GMC Sierra 1500 2019–2020Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2020
A driveshaft joint on these trucks may not have been properly welded.
October 21, 2020
Loose fuel rail bolts can leak fuel and cause fire
Volkswagen Jetta 2016–2018
The fuel rail bolts on certain vehicles may loosen over time.
October 19, 2020
Driver's Seat May Not Be Bolted Correctly, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Audi Q3 2020
The driver's seat frame may have been incorrectly bolted to the seat rail.