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Kia is recalling 21,290 2025-2026 EV9 SUVs in the U.S. because the front-passenger airbag may fail to switch off for a child. No corresponding Canadian recall has been confirmed yet.
policy
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Transport Canada recall 2026-407 covers 27,918 Outlander and Outlander PHEV SUVs over Bosch display software that can freeze or blank the rearview camera. Here is what Canadian owners need to know.
policy
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FCA's recall 89D (NHTSA 26V562000) covers 328,381 2021-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L and Grand Cherokee 4xe SUVs whose rear coil springs can detach while driving — including vehicles already repaired under the 2023 and February 2026 recalls. Canadian unit counts are still to be confirmed.
policy
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Transport Canada and NHTSA are recalling 86,543 2023-2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric crossovers after rear quarter-window trim pieces can detach while driving, creating a road hazard for following vehicles.
policy
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Transport Canada and NHTSA are recalling 42,784 2021-2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric crossovers after a rear differential pinion shaft can fracture, causing sudden loss of power or unintended movement.
vehicles
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Hyundai is recalling all 2026 Ioniq 9 Limited, Calligraphy, and Calligraphy Design trims for second-row power-folding seats that may not detect obstructions. The fix adds anti-pinch protection via software update. Canadian models are likely affected.
policy
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Transport Canada is recalling 3,221 2026 Ford Bronco, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Mustang and Ranger models with 1.5L or 2.3L engines after pistons that may not have been manufactured properly were found to crack and cause sudden engine failure.
policy
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General Motors issues safety recall for 2024-2025 Cadillac Optiq electric vehicles due to potential window pinch protection system failure that could increase injury risk.
vehicles
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Volkswagen is recalling approximately 28,000 ID.4 electric SUVs in Canada and the U.S. after thermal events linked to high-voltage batteries. Owners advised to limit charging to 80% until a fix is ready.
vehicles
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Transport Canada is recalling 248 2026–2027 Lincoln Nautilus and 2027 Lincoln Corsair hybrid SUVs after a faulty integrated parking module can let the transmission shift into neutral unexpectedly. Owners will see a warning light and a 'shifting system error' message.
vehicles
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Transport Canada filings show 128 Lucid Air sedans from 2022–2026 are included in a fire-risk recall covering 27,313 vehicles overall, with 100% of the fleet estimated affected. The fix is a software update Lucid already pushed in July — but until it installs, owners are told to park outside.
vehicles
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NHTSA recall 26V671 / Volvo R10396 covers 2025–2026 EX30 and EX30 Cross Country vehicles. The head restraint cushion may detach in a severe crash due to insufficient fastening. No injuries reported.
vehicles
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NHTSA recall 26V698 covers 2024–2025 Audi Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron in the U.S. The high-voltage battery may not meet quality standards above 80% charge, risking thermal propagation and vehicle fire. Supplier: SK Battery, Hungary.
vehicles
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NHTSA recall 26V659 / Toyota 26TA22 covers 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrids. A software fault in the MG-ECU can cause the PHEV system to shut down at higher speeds. Owner notifications begin November 22, 2026.
vehicles
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Transport Canada recall 2026-480 covers 2025-2026 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 trucks. Analog speedometer or tachometer may stick, jump, or show wrong speed. Remedy: full gauge cluster replacement, free of charge. 102,159 more trucks affected in the U.S.
policy
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Transport Canada has recalled 454 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles whose low-beam headlights can exceed legal brightness limits — the Canadian follow-up to a 20,349-vehicle U.S. recall. Here's who's affected and what happens next.
vehicles
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Tesla is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles because front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened at the factory — NHTSA Campaign 26V558000, with owner letters due October 30. Here is how Canadian owners check their VIN.
policy
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China ordered Tesla to recall millions of cars over driver monitoring and door handles. Canadian drivers should understand how Transport Canada handles the same defects — and when a software update isn't enough.
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