Vehicle Safety Recalls

Millions of vehicles are recalled each year.  So it’s essential to include vehicle safety recall information in any road safety communication plan. We have material that helps inform vehicle owners about the process of checking for safety recalls and getting a recall repair, and educates drivers about the importance of regularly checking their car for recalls. 

Key Dates:

• March: Vehicle Safety Recalls Week is March 3-9, 2025.
• Fall: Remind drivers to check for recalls twice a year; October 27-November 2, 2025.

Many assets are available in English and Spanish. Share this information with partner organizations to help spread the message across communities.  

• In 2024, there were:
  • 1,073 safety recalls affecting more than 35 million vehicles and other automotive equipment.
  • more than 29 million vehicles recalled. 

Vehicle Safety Recalls Week is March 3-9, 2025, a great time to increase messaging. 

Also, sample news releases and social media posts specific to Vehicle Safety Recalls Week can be downloaded.

We've prepared talking points related to recalls.

Sample social media posts are available for you to use on your various social media platforms, including Facebook, X and Instagram.

• Recall Resources
• NHTSA.gov Recalls: English | Spanish
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