How to Check Your Car for Open Recalls Using VIN or License Plate

Frequent Auto Recalls

• 🚗 Auto recalls seem to be happening almost daily, with major manufacturers like Ford, Mercedes, Nissan, and Jeep issuing them.
• 💡 A recent study indicates the average number of lifetime projected recalls for a vehicle is four.
• ⚠️ Many of these recalls go unfixed, often because notices are lost, sent to old addresses, or not received by new owners.

Checking for Recalls

• 🔍 You can easily check for unresolved recalls by entering your license plate number or VIN on specific websites.
• 🌐 Two recommended websites for checking recalls are carfax.com/recall and nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Importance of Recall Repairs

• 🛠️ It is crucial to bring your recalled vehicle in for the necessary fix to ensure safety on the road.
• ⚠️ Ignoring recalls, such as a large airbag recall, can leave dangerous issues unrepaired on vehicles still in use.
• 💰 Getting recalls fixed prevents potential wasted money and ensures your vehicle remains safe.