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Long guides to reading the federal vehicle record, and news about it. Pieces on a single recall or investigation are on the Recalls and Investigations pages.

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2015–2017 Ford F-150 downshift recall: what owners should know

A faulty range-sensor signal can drop the truck from sixth gear to second and lock the rear wheels. Owners reported it for years before the April 2026 recall.

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Toyota unintended acceleration recalls 2009–2010 explained

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OCT 20, 2026 — Two mechanical faults, floor mats that trap the pedal and pedals that stick, led to recalls of millions of Toyotas. A federal review found no electronic cause. The complaint record shows a 2010 surge.

Toyota Tundra V35A engine recall: 2022–2024 owners' guide

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OCT 19, 2026 — Debris left in the V35A engine can wreck a main bearing. Three recalls now cover 2022–2024 Tundras, and half of all complaints about these trucks name the engine.

2013–2018 Toyota RAV4 battery fire recall: what owners should do

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OCT 18, 2026 — The 1.0-liter three-cylinder runs its timing belt in oil. Belt debris can clog the oil pump. NHTSA opened an engineering analysis in July 2026; there is no recall yet.

Ford door latch recalls 2011–2016: doors that open while driving

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OCT 17, 2026 — A spring tab inside the latch can break in heat and cold. Ford recalled the same latches repeatedly from 2015 to 2023 because earlier repairs did not always hold.

Ford 1.0 EcoBoost timing belt failures: Fiesta, Focus, EcoSport

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OCT 16, 2026 — The 1.0-liter three-cylinder runs its timing belt in oil. Belt debris can clog the oil pump. NHTSA opened an engineering analysis in July 2026; there is no recall yet.

Ford PowerShift transmission: 2011–2016 Fiesta and Focus guide

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OCT 16, 2026 — The PowerShift dual-clutch was never recalled for its shudder and slipping. Ford extended warranties instead. The federal complaint file is one of the largest for any small car.