Check your vehicle for recalls
Open safety recalls are repaired free by the manufacturer, no matter the car's age. Find out if yours has one.
A safety recall means the manufacturer found a defect serious enough to fix at no cost to you. Checking takes two minutes and could prevent a dangerous failure.
Look up your recall
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Official recall databases
- United States: NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (by VIN).
- Canada: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database (by make, model, year).
If you have an open recall
Contact any franchised dealer for your brand and book the free repair. Bring your VIN. You do not need to be the original owner and there is no charge for a genuine safety recall fix.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check if my car has a recall?
Use your 17-character VIN at the official NHTSA recall lookup (US) or Transport Canada's recalls database. A VIN check shows open recalls specific to your exact vehicle.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by the manufacturer's dealers, regardless of the car's age or who owns it now.
Does a recall affect my insurance?
Not directly, but ignoring a safety recall could matter if it contributes to a crash. Getting recalls fixed promptly is free and keeps you and your premium history clean.
Where do I find my VIN?
On the lower corner of the windshield on the driver's side, on the driver's door jamb sticker, and on your registration and insurance documents.
How often should I check for recalls?
At least once a year and whenever you buy a used car. Recalls are issued continuously, so a clean check today does not guarantee one next year.