Drivers are being warned of several car recalls in recent weeks regarding concerns of serious issues that could lead to accidents or even vehicle fires.
Some of the most popular manufacturers in the world have issued recalls for more than 1.75 million vehicles in response to software issues and battery faults that could cause fires.
GB News has rounded up the most important car recalls of the past week that motorists need to know about.
Toyota
In newly filed documents with the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Japanese brand announced it would recall 1,024,407 vehicles.
The recall impacts certain Toyota, Lexus and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system, from model years between 2022 and 2026.
A software error has been detected that can cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse.
The Subaru Solterra
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The NHTSA states that the vehicles fail to comply with requirements included in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, “Rear Visibility”.
Toyota warned that drivers could be more likely to be involved in an accident with another motorist if they cannot see out of the back window when reversing.
To remedy the issue, Toyota, Lexus and Subaru dealers will have the parking assistance software updated for free.
Driver notification letters are expected to be sent out by the middle of December, while further letters will be delivered once the final remedy has been confirmed.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee
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STELLANTISChrysler
The motoring giant is recalling more than 320,000 cars amid fears that battery issues could lead to a vehicle fire.
Certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles are being recalled as the high-voltage battery may fail internally.
While it will only happen in rare circumstances, battery cells with separator damage may lead to a vehicle fire, prompting the recall.
The NHTSA states: “Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed.”
The risk of a vehicle fire decreases if the battery charge level is depleted, with drivers advised to refrain from recharging.
Chrysler first received a report of a fire from certain plug-in hybrid Jeep Wranglers and Jeep Grand Cherokees at the beginning of July.
As of October 13, 2025, Chrysler said it was aware of 10 fires, 19 customer assistance records and one injury, although it has not led to an accident.
The Honda Civic
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Honda
The Japanese manufacturer said it would be recalling 406,000 vehicles relating to a manufacturing flaw that could lead to aluminium alloy wheels detaching.
Honda Civic models produced between 2016 and 2021, which contain 18-inch aluminium alloy wheels sold as accessories, could be at risk.
The NHTSA said it would inspect wheels and replace hubs and wheels as necessary. As with other remedies, this will be completed free of charge.