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History Behind the Recall
CARFAX has issued a stark warning to drivers across the United States as the number of “Do Not Drive” recalls surged 65% in just one year. According to newly released data, more than 725,000 vehicles are now under active “Do Not Drive” recalls, indicating serious safety defects that may cause fire, brake failure, or even airbag explosions.
These types of recalls are issued when federal safety regulators and automakers agree that the risk is so dangerous that owners should immediately stop driving their vehicle, regardless of distance or condition. Towing is strongly recommended to get the car to a dealership for inspection and free repair.
Which Models Are Affected
While specific models weren’t disclosed in this CARFAX report, the recall spike covers hundreds of thousands of vehicles across multiple manufacturers, and spans critical safety components.
“Do Not Drive” recalls typically impact systems such as:
- Faulty airbags that may rupture or deploy explosively
- Brake system failures leading to total loss of stopping ability
- Electrical defects that could spark fires while driving or charging
The top 5 states with the highest number of affected vehicles are:
- California – 118,400
- Texas – 61,200
- Florida – 40,600
- Arizona – 28,000
- Ohio – 25,400
More than 54 million vehicles across the U.S. still have open recalls, according to CARFAX, with nearly a million now labeled as too dangerous to drive.
What Owners Need to Do Next
Drivers can check their vehicle’s status for free using carfax.com/recall or the CARFAX Car Care app, which also sends maintenance and recall alerts. If your vehicle has a “Do Not Drive” order, do not drive it – even to the dealership. Call your automaker or local dealer and arrange for towing and inspection at no cost.
You can also use the NHTSA Recalls Lookup Tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN to verify any open safety recalls.
How Drivers Can Take Back Control
While these recalls have been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.
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