Official VIN Recall Lookup
Check your vehicle’s recall status by VIN using the official tool.
Open VIN ToolEnter your 17-character VIN to pull official recall campaigns and see next steps—without leaving this site. We’ll also surface helpful offers like parts, dealer booking, and insurance.
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Check your vehicle’s recall status by VIN using the official tool.
Open VIN ToolBefore you buy used, pull a history report to catch title issues, odometer rollbacks, and prior accidents.
Compare ProvidersBook recall service with an authorized dealer—parts & labor are covered for safety recalls.
Find a DealerThree places to check: the lower driver-side windshield, the driver-door jamb label, and your registration or insurance card.
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Read PostA vehicle recall is a manufacturer’s public notice that certain vehicles, parts, or equipment do not meet safety standards or may create a safety risk. While news headlines tend to focus on the biggest campaigns, most recalls are straightforward: the automaker has identified a defect, engineered a remedy, and authorized dealers to perform a repair at no cost to the owner.
The fastest way to check for open recalls on a specific car is to use its 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). You can find the VIN in three common places: etched at the lower left of the windshield on the driver’s side, printed on the certification label inside the driver-door jamb, and listed on registration or insurance documents.
If your VIN shows an open safety recall, schedule with an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Many fixes are quick software updates or part replacements done the same day, though some may require parts ordering. When parts are constrained, dealers typically prioritize higher-risk vehicles and will contact you when components become available.
Shopping for a used car? Make recall diligence part of your routine. Run the VIN through an official recall lookup, review any manufacturer communications, and plan to close out outstanding campaigns right after purchase. Pair that with a reputable vehicle history report to uncover separate issues like salvage titles, flood damage, or odometer rollbacks that aren’t part of the recall system.
Staying current is just as important as a first-time check. Not all campaigns identify every affected VIN on day one. Manufacturers continue to add VINs as investigations progress and as parts or remedies are finalized. Set up recall alerts for your vehicles so you’re notified if a new campaign appears. For families, also consider checking child car seats, tires, and additional equipment—these items have their own recall processes and may require separate lookups.
Bottom line: recall repairs are designed to restore safety and cost you nothing for the remedy at an authorized dealer. A quick VIN search, a scheduled visit, and ongoing alerts are the easiest steps to protect your passengers and your investment.
*Recall repairs for safety defects are performed at no charge by authorized dealers; availability of VINs and some campaign details can evolve over time. For official guidance and the VIN lookup, refer to NHTSA recall resources.
Look through the windshield at the driver-side dash, check the driver-door jamb label, or your registration/insurance card.
Yes—safety recall repairs are performed at no cost by authorized dealers.
Yes. Manufacturers add VINs as campaigns evolve. Re-check periodically.