Recall Roundup: Wheel detachment, brake issues, and engine failures drive latest commercial recalls
Key takeaways
- NHTSA recalls span Ford, GM, Mack, Volvo, and others, highlighting widespread commercial vehicle safety risks.
- Critical defects include wheel detachment, brake issues, engine failure, and incorrect gear or safety data.
- Fleets must track recall notices closely to reduce downtime and prevent safety-related compliance risks.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued recall notices for commercial vehicles, including brands from Ford, Mack, VTNA, and more.
Owners of the affected vehicles should be contacted via U.S. mail over the next two months, but fleet and independent owners of these vehicles can contact the NHTSA Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit nhtsa.gov for more details. More information on each recall can be found below.
Ford F-150 models’ instrument cluster failure
Ford is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V053. The instrument cluster may lose power after initial vehicle start-up in cold ambient temperatures. Several gauges, including the transmission gear position indicator, may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." An instrument cluster that fails to display critical safety information, such as gear position or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash or injury.
This recall potentially affects 4,445 vehicles. Dealers will update the Instrument Panel Cluster Assembly (IPC) software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C26.
Do not drive: Ford Maverick models’ loss of control from control arm separation
Ford is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 4,653 vehicles. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 4. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36.
Ford Ranger models’ incorrect tire and weight capacity information
Ford is recalling certain 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The vehicle specifications listed on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect, including the VIN, capacity weight, seating capacity, front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire and rim dimensions, and recommended cold tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 268 vehicles. Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the certification and TREAD labels. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C24.
Ford Ranger models’ loss of drive power from engine failure
Ford is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power. A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 1,536 vehicles. Dealers will replace the engine long block. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35.
General Motors’ models’ incorrect gear may be selected
General Motors is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The gear shifter may provide inaccurate gear selection feedback to the driver due to an incorrectly manufactured steering column assembly. Inaccurate gear selection may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 232 vehicles. Until the remedy is performed, owners are advised to visually verify the shift position indicator each time a gear is selected and always use the parking brake when the vehicle is parked. Dealers will replace the transmission control on the steering column. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 13. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262558671.
Great Dane Champion models’ liftgate deck pins may break
Great Dane is recalling certain 2026 Champion dry van trailers. The deck pins may break, resulting in the liftgate platform falling. A liftgate that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
This recall potentially affects six vehicles. Great Dane will work with Hiab to inspect and replace the deck pins and bushing kits as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 10. Owners may contact Great Dane's customer service at 877-369-3493.
Honda Ridgeline models’ rear suspension components may fail
Honda is recalling certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX vehicles that were sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. The rear subframe may corrode at the suspension mounting points, which can result in rear suspension component failure. Failure of rear suspension components, such as the rear control arm, can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
This recall potentially affects 880,514 vehicles. Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and install a rear subframe reinforcement kit and, as necessary, repair or replace the rear subframe components. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are AOU and AOT.
International Motors HV models’ delayed brake release
International Motors is recalling certain 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems." A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
This recall potentially affects nine vehicles. Dealers will replace the 5/8-inch air line with a 3/4-inch air line. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 10. Owners may contact International's customer service at 800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26506.
Do not drive: Mack models’ wheels may detach
Mack Trucks is recalling certain 2026 Anthem (AN), 2026-2027 Pioneer PR (4), Pinnacle (PI/PN), Granite (GR), and 2027 Anthem AN (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach. Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
This recall potentially affects 644 vehicles. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed June 5. Owners may contact Mack's customer service at 800-866-1177. Mack's number for this recall is SC0495.
Ram ProMaster models’ wheelchair seatbelts may not properly restrain occupants
Braun Corporation is recalling certain 2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped with Q'Straint's One-Combo Belt, with part number TX11258-BA. The wheelchair seat belts may have incompatible connectors and fail to properly restrain occupants. Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
This recall potentially affects 15 vehicles. Dealers will replace the seat belt. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 22. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 800-488-0359.
Do not drive: VTNA models’ wheels may detach
Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) is recalling certain 2026 VAH, 2026-2027 VN, VHD, VNL (4), and 2027 VNR (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach. Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
This recall potentially affects 155 vehicles. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed June 5. Owners may contact VTNA’s customer service at 800-528-6586. VTNA’s number for this recall is RVXX2606
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