This Week's Recalls: August 17-21

The recent vehicle recalls involve critical safety issues across several brands, with affected models ranging from Dodge Durangos to Chevrolet trucks. Owners should monitor official notifications, as repairs will be performed free of charge once remedies are developed, ensuring vehicle safety and compliance.

Key Highlights

  • Chrysler recalls 74,578 Dodge Durangos for rear spoiler misalignment that could detach and cause road hazards, with repairs under development.
  • BMW is recalling 27,720 vehicles due to potential driveshaft damage that may lead to loss of power or vehicle rollaway, with inspections and repairs scheduled.
  • Nissan is recalling 149 Altimas for incorrect airbag fasteners that could prevent proper deployment, with free replacement of fasteners planned.
  • Ford is recalling six 2026 Explorers with engine bearing issues that may cause engine failure or fire, with engine replacements to be performed at no cost.
  • GM is recalling trucks for incorrect rear tire pressure labels, which could lead to underinflated tires and increased crash risk, with software updates and tire inflation performed free of charge.

Chrysler

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 74,578 vehicles: model year 2021–2023 Dodge Durangos. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, which can allow the spoiler to be damaged during normal liftgate use.

A damaged rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

This is the third campaign covering the condition. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115, and vehicles already repaired under those campaigns still need the new repair performed.

The remedy is currently under development. Repairs will be performed free of charge once the remedy is released.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning September 10, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V528000


 

BMW of North America

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling 27,720 vehicles: model year 2022–2026 840i and 840i xDrive, 2021–2023 540i, 540i xDrive, and M550i xDrive, and 2024–2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged.

A damaged connection can result in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway. An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a damaged driveshaft can allow the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and the rear axle differential and either apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. VINs involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V525000


 

Nissan North America

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling 149 vehicles: model year 2025 Altimas. The front passenger air bag and front passenger knee air bag may have been installed with incorrect mounting fasteners.

Incorrect fasteners can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Dealers will replace the air bag mounting fasteners, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 25, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD202. VINs involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 17, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V526000


 

Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling six vehicles: model year 2026 Explorers equipped with the 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.

Engine failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Bearing failure may also breach the engine block and allow oil to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S58. VINs involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 18, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V532000


 

General Motors

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling eight vehicles: model year 2024–2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 trucks equipped with the enhanced towing option and the 20-inch accessory tire and wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure.

An incorrect label can leave the rear tires underinflated and prevent the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) from displaying a low tire pressure warning. Driving on underinflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the vehicle, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate the tires to the correct pressure, and perform a TPMS relearn as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N262561970. VINs involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 13, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V530000


 

About the Author

Noah Nelson

Noah Nelson

Technical Editor | Motor Age

Noah Nelson is the Technical Editor for Motor Age Magazine. As an ASE Master Certified Automotive Technician (A1–A9) with 25 years of hands-on industry experience, Noah specializes in advanced electrical systems, vehicle communication networks, and physics-based diagnostic workflows. He is currently documenting his pursuit of the prestigious ASE/AutoCare Association World Class Technician registry. 

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