This Week's Recalls: Nov 9-13 2026

BMW tells owners of 720,796 vehicles to park outside as Honda and Acura recall another 635,808 vehicles for a power steering software fault.

BMW

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling 720,796 vehicles: certain model year 2012–2016 3 Series, 5 Series, and Z4; 2012–2015 X1; 2013–2017 X3; 2015–2016 4 Series Gran Coupe and 2 Series Convertible; 2014–2016 328xi Gran Turismo, 2 Series Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 3 Series Coupe, and 3 Series Sportswagon; 2015–2018 X4; and 2016–2018 X5 xDrive40e vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may allow water intrusion and short circuit.

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Owners are advised to park affected vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed.

The remedy is under development. This campaign replaces NHTSA recall 24V608, and vehicles repaired under that earlier recall will need the new remedy.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in December 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle identification numbers (VINs) included in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V733000


 

Acura/Honda

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling 635,808 vehicles: model year 2021–2025 Acura TLX, 2022–2024 Acura MDX, and 2023–2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) software may cause the system to enter a failsafe mode and lose power steering assist.

A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Dealers will reprogram the EPS control unit, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 14, 2026. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870 and reference recalls KQB and TQA. VINs included in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 11, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V721000


 

Lincoln

Ford Motor Company is recalling 36,994 model year 2025–2027 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The rear audio control module (RACM) may inadvertently activate the chauffeur seat feature, causing the front passenger seat to move forward, rearward, or recline without occupant input.

Unexpected seat movement may contact second-row passengers or force the front passenger into an unsafe seating position, increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) and RACM software to disable chauffeur mode, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 26S77. VINs included in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 26, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V691000


 

Ford

Ford Motor Company is recalling 8,650 model year 2022 Maverick Hybrid vehicles. The 12-volt positive battery cable terminal may loosen or detach, interrupting electrical systems or drive power.

A loss of drive power, power steering assist, power brake assist, or exterior lighting increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the 12-volt battery cable, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 26S81. VINs included in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V724000


 

Kia/Hyundai

Hyundai Motor America is recalling 24 model year 2026 Tucson Hybrid and Elantra vehicles. The front strut assembly fasteners may not be properly tightened, which can result in a loss of steering control.

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and tighten the front strut assembly fasteners and perform a wheel alignment as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 19, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall 309. VINs included in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V692000


 

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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