The biggest car recalls of October 2026 cover 94,622 older Genesis sedans, 30,978 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrids, 30,064 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Maybach sedans, and 22,524 Volkswagen ID.4s. Two of them come with interim instructions: park outside for the Genesis, and charge only to 80% for the ID.4.
Below are the main passenger-vehicle recalls filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration from late September through mid-October, with what's wrong and how each is being fixed.
October 2026 recalls at a glance
| Filed | Make & model | Model years | Vehicles | Problem | Fix |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct. 9 | Hyundai Genesis / Genesis G80 | 2015–2020 | 94,622 | Stuck seat switch can overheat motor, fire risk | Under development; park outside |
| Oct. 7 | Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid | 2026 | 30,978 | ECU error can cut power at speed | Software update |
| Oct. 2 | Mercedes S-Class, Maybach, AMG S 63 | 2022–2025 | 30,064 | Front brake hoses can rupture | Replace hoses |
| Sept. 30 | Volkswagen ID.4 | 2023–2026 | 22,524 | High-voltage battery may fail, fire | Under development; charge to 80% |
| Sept. 29 | Ram 1500 | 2026 | 16,385 | TPMS sensors may not warn | Replace sensors |
| Oct. 9 | Volvo EX30 / EX30 Cross Country | 2025–2026 | 9,930 | Head restraint cushion may detach | Adhesive reinforcement |
| Oct. 6 | Ram 2500 | 2026 | 8,329 | Steering column module can disable stability control | Replace module |
| Oct. 8 | Honda CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, CR-V Fuel Cell | 2023–2026 | 4,804 | Tire repair kit cap can detach | Replace nozzle |
| Oct. 6 | Ford F-150 | 2025–2027 | 2,276 | Front seats may not be secured | Tighten or replace bolts |
Which recalls have their own guides?
- Genesis: park outside over seat fire risk
- Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid power-loss recall
- VW ID.4 battery fire recall
We've also covered the Mercedes brake hose recall, Ford's F-150 fuel tank recall and Jeep's Grand Cherokee coil spring recall separately.
What are the smaller recalls?
Volvo EX30. NHTSA says the head restraint cushion "may detach during a crash." Dealers will apply adhesive to reinforce it. Letters are due around November 30.
Honda hybrids. This recall covers vehicles already fixed under an earlier campaign, 26V366. Pressure can build in the tire repair kit's sealant bottle, so the cap "can become a projectile." Dealers will replace the nozzle, and letters are due November 16.
Ram 2500. The steering column control module can cause a loss of electronic stability control. Dealers will replace the module, with letters due November 24.
Which recalls still don't have a fix?
| Recall | What to do until it's fixed |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Genesis / G80 | Park outside, away from buildings and other cars |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | Charge to no more than 80% |
Both automakers will send a second letter when the repair is ready.
How do I check my car?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The VIN is on the lower driver's side of the windshield and on your registration card. Very new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if your model is listed above. Recall repairs are always free.
