More than a dozen automakers have issued recalls across Canada in the last two weeks, affecting cars, trucks, SUVs, and minivans from some of the biggest names in the industry. Transport Canada logged recalls between September 4 and 15 involving BMW, Toyota, Lexus, Subaru, Acura, Mazda, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Jeep, Ford, Lincoln, and Rivian — and drivers are being urged to check whether their vehicles are affected.
Among the most significant recalls:
- Ram (2018 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500) — 348 trucks affected. Defective side curtain airbag inflators could rupture and send metal fragments toward occupants.
- Alfa Romeo (2017–2019 Giulia, 2018–2019 Stelvio) — Over 3,000 vehicles recalled for faulty fuel delivery modules that could lead to sudden engine power loss.
- Chrysler (2025 Grand Caravan & Pacifica) — 78 minivans affected due to improperly manufactured side curtain airbags.
- Dodge & Jeep (2024–2025 Dodge Charger, 2024 Jeep Wagoneer) — Risk of rollaway if parking pawl spring isn’t installed correctly. Drivers urged to always set the parking brake.
- Jeep (2022–2025 Grand Cherokee PHEV) — 3,000+ SUVs recalled for software issues that can cause sudden power loss to the wheels.
- Rivian (2025 R1S & R1T) — Over 200 vehicles recalled; Highway Assist driver-assistance system may malfunction. Issue resolved via over-the-air software update.
- Acura (2025 RDX) — Nearly 5,000 SUVs affected; power steering software fault could suddenly increase steering effort.
- Toyota & Lexus (2023–2025 bZ4X, Lexus RZ) — 16,000+ EVs recalled for HVAC software failure that could disable windshield defrosters.
- Subaru (2023–2024 Solterra) — Over 5,000 EVs with the same HVAC defect as Toyota/Lexus models.
- Ford & Lincoln — Over 100,000 vehicles recalled for rear-view camera failures.
- Mazda — 14,000 SUVs recalled over faulty fuel gauges that could leave drivers stranded.
- BMW (2026 X5 & X7) — 21 SUVs recalled for windshield sealing issues that could lead to water leaks, electrical shorts, and fire risk.
Owners will be contacted directly by manufacturers with instructions for inspections, repairs, or software updates, but Transport Canada encourages vehicle owners to check their VINs on its recall database to ensure they’re not at risk.