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NHTSA Issues Major Recalls Covering Commercial Trucks and Pickups

Mitigating operational risks and fleet vehicle hazards, NHTSA releases safety recall notices affecting commercial models from Ford, Daimler, Terex, and Toyota.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued safety recalls covering commercial and light-duty fleet models from Daimler Truck North America, Ford, Terex, and Toyota. The reported defects include unsecured fuel tanks, corroded brake modulator valves, improper rear axle bearings, and incorrect load-capacity labeling.

For fleet managers, service directors, and commercial repair facilities, tracking these notices is critical to ensuring driver safety, regulatory compliance, and vehicle uptime.

Ford accounts for the largest campaign, recalling 223,472 F-150 trucks (2023-2027) over potential fuel tank strap detachment. Additionally, Daimler Truck North America is recalling 2,404 Freightliner and Western Star units for brake valve corrosion, while Toyota is replacing incorrect load capacity labels across 135 trucks and SUVs.

Light Vehicle

Volkswagen Enhances IQ.DRIVE Suite Across 2027 Model Lineup

Volkswagen Enhances IQ.DRIVE Suite Across 2027 Model Lineup

Advancing mass-market active safety systems, Volkswagen introduces automated lane changing, shoulder pulls, and rear pedestrian detection across its 2027 North American vehicle lineup.

Medium-Duty

Michelin Expands X Line Grip D

Michelin Expands X Line Grip D

Expanding long-haul and regional drive-axle offerings, Michelin introduces additional fitment sizes and a pre-mold retread for its commercial X Line Grip D tire.

Heavy Truck & Specialty

Commercial Powertrains: MAHLE Launches Range Extender and Magnet-Free Motor for Electric Trucks

Commercial Powertrains: MAHLE Launches Range Extender and Magnet-Free Motor for Electric Trucks

Mitigating charging infrastructure constraints for commercial fleets, MAHLE partners with OEMs to integrate truck range extenders and rare-earth-free electric motors.