Promo Automotive LLC

08/23/2026

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling six vehicles: model year 2026 Explorers equipped with the 2.3L engine. The engine connecting rod bearings may seize, which can result in engine failure.

Engine failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Bearing failure may also breach the engine block and allow oil to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Dealers will replace the engine long blocks, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S58. VINs involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 18, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V532000

08/23/2026

Recent Major Altima Recalls

2025 Altima (Door Strikers): Improperly welded door strikers may break and cause the door to open while moving. Dealers replace the strikers for free.

2019–2020 Altima (Engine Failure): Certain VC-Turbo engines may suffer from defective engine bearings leading to engine wear, power loss, or fire risk. Dealers inspect and repair the engine components.

2024 Altima (Steering Control): Loose bolts connecting the electronic power steering to the rack can cause a loss of steering control. Dealers replace the steering gear assembly.

2019–2020 Altima (Continental Tires): Over-cured tires may develop sudden sidewall breaks or tread loss. Dealers inspect and replace tires as needed.

08/23/2026

Major Recalls

Starter Motor Overheat / Fire Risk (2020–2025 Models): A massive recall affecting over 318,000 vehicles built between 2020 and 2025 due to an engine starter component that can wear out, overheat, and potentially catch fire.

Hybrid Starter Motor Fire Risk (2017–2020 Plug-ins): A focused recall for select plug-in hybrid models including the 2018–2020 530e, 2017–2019 740Le xDrive, and 2018 330e iPerformance.

Integrated Brake System Malfunction (2023–2025 Models): Affects certain 5 Series, i5, 7 Series, i7, X1, X2, X5, X6, X7, and XM models where power brake assist or ABS/DSC stability control may fail.

A/C Wiring Harness Damage (2024–2026 Models): Impacts various recent 5 Series, 7 Series, i5, i7, and M5 Touring vehicles where the air conditioning wiring can short-circuit during cabin filter replacements.

08/23/2026

Recent Major Recalls

Rear Spoiler Detachment: Affects roughly 75,000 SUVs (2020–2023 models) where an over-flush spoiler can hit the roof and loosen or detach while driving.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Software malfunctions in select model years (like 2021–2022) can disable the ESC system or fail to show warning lights.

Backup Cameras: Certain units experience software bugs causing the rearview camera image to fail to display properly.

Takata Airbags: Older models are subject to "Do Not Drive" warnings for unrepaired, dangerous Takata airbag inflators.

07/31/2026

Kia Recalls!

Kia America is recalling 462,869 model year 2020-2024 Telluride SUVs manufactured between Jan. 9, 2019, and May 29, 2024. In the affected vehicles, the front power seat slide k**b may become stuck, misaligned or damaged, causing the seat motor to overheat.

An overheated seat motor can result in a fire, increasing the risk of injury, whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. Owners are urged to park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete.

Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly to prevent continuous operation of the seat motor if the switch becomes stuck, misaligned or damaged, free of charge. This recall replaces and requires a new remedy for vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V407.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed between Aug. 13 and Aug. 19, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542; Kia's number for this recall is SC374.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V430000

07/31/2026

Subaru Recalls!

Subaru of America is recalling 541,237 vehicles, including certain 2019-2026 Ascent, 2025-2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid, and 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid SUVs. In the affected vehicles, the certification label lists an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating.

An incorrect weight rating may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Subaru will mail owners a corrected certification label to apply over the original, free of charge. Owners may also have a dealer install the new label at no cost.

Interim notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning Aug. 25, 2026, with final remedy letters to follow in phases starting Jan. 7, 2027. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614; Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V436000

07/31/2026

Jeep Recalls!

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 1,076,999 model year 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition off.

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the vehicle is repaired.

Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403; FCA US's number for this recall is 21D. Vehicle Identification Numbers involved in the recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V363000

07/31/2026

BMW Recalls!

BMW of North America is recalling 318,495 vehicles across nine BMW models built for model years 2021-2026, plus the 2021-2023 Toyota Supra. In the affected vehicles, wear on an internal component may cause the engine starter to malfunction.
In more serious cases, attempting to start the vehicle with a worn starter can generate enough heat to ignite a fire.
Dealers will replace the starter with a redesigned unit not subject to the wear condition, free of charge. Owners who already paid to replace a starter before the recall may qualify for reimbursement.

Dealer notification began July 8, 2026. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning Aug. 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; Toyota Supra owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA Campaign ID: 26V438000

06/30/2026

The recall affects certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles, the regulator said.

09/21/2025

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