Fires in gasoline and hybrid vehicles prompted a wave of recalls this year, with causes ranging from engine-bay wiring to fuel leaks, seat motors and starters. Affected units run from the tens of thousands to more than a million. Here are eleven campaigns worth checking by VIN.
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1. Ford Bronco: Harness Short Risk
A 2026 recall covering 565,691 Broncos and Bronco Raptors from 2021 to 2026 warns that an engine-bay harness may short and cause a fire, according to the NHTSA Bronco recall notice. The defect is classed as electrical.
Owners can enter a VIN at NHTSA to see whether a particular truck is included. Dealers perform recall repairs at no charge, so scheduling the fix promptly is the practical step. Used buyers should run the same check before purchase, since recall status travels with the VIN.
2. Jeep Wrangler: Over a Million Units
One recall covering 1,076,999 Wranglers, Wrangler 4XE models and Gladiators from 2021 to 2025 says power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a fire, even when parked, per the NHTSA Wrangler recall notice.
Because the risk applies to parked vehicles, owners may want to follow any interim guidance in the recall notice. A VIN lookup at NHTSA confirms whether a given Jeep or Gladiator is covered. Recall letters can go to a previous owner’s address, so a manual check is worthwhile.
3. Kia Telluride: Seat Motor Overheats
A recall covering 462,869 Kia Tellurides from 2020 to 2024 says the front power seat motor can overheat, creating a fire risk whether the vehicle is parked or driving, as the NHTSA Telluride recall notice states.
Seat controls are an unusual place to find a fire hazard, which is why the notice is easy to overlook. Telluride owners can check by VIN and ask a dealer about the remedy schedule. The same lookup is worthwhile on any used example before buying.
4. Ford F-150: Fuel Tank May Detach
A recall covering 223,472 Ford F-150s from 2023 to 2027 says the fuel tank may be improperly secured, leak or detach, and a leak can cause a stall or fire, according to the NHTSA F-150 recall notice.
A tank that detaches while driving is a road hazard on top of the fire risk. Truck owners should check the VIN at NHTSA and book the repair rather than waiting. Recall repairs are performed at no cost to the owner.
5. Kia Carnival: Leak at the Fuel Rail
A recall covering 141,032 Kia Carnival minivans from 2022 to 2026 warns of a fuel leak at a pipe or fuel rail connection that can cause a fire, per the NHTSA Carnival recall notice.
Families who use a Carnival for daily driving can look up the VIN at NHTSA. A smell of fuel near the vehicle is a reason to contact a dealer without delay. Checking before a long trip is a sensible habit.
6. Toyota Land Cruiser: Hybrid Fuel Tube
A recall covering 105,794 Land Cruiser Hybrids from 2024 to 2027 says a fuel tube connection may disconnect, creating a fire risk. The NHTSA Land Cruiser recall notice lists the campaign under gasoline fuel systems.
Because this is a fuel-system fault rather than a battery issue, the hybrid label can mislead. Owners can confirm coverage by VIN and arrange the dealer repair. Recall notices can be searched on the NHTSA site at any time.
7. Genesis GV70: Four Genesis Models
A recall covering 94,760 Genesis GV70, G90, G80 and GV80 vehicles warns of a fuel leak at a pipe connection that can cause a fire. The GV70 years affected are 2022 to 2026, per the NHTSA Genesis recall notice.
With several models in one campaign, model years differ, so owners should check the VIN rather than assume. Dealers handle the repair as part of the recall. Recall repairs are performed at no cost to the owner.
8. BMW 3 Series: Starter Motor Fire Risk
A recall covering 87,394 BMWs, among them 2021 to 2024 3 Series, X3 and 5 Series xDrive models plus the Supra, warns that the starter motor can overheat from internal wear and cause a fire, as the NHTSA BMW recall notice states.
The mix of models means owners cannot rely on the badge alone. A VIN search at NHTSA settles whether a car is in the campaign, and a dealer can schedule the starter work. Used buyers should run the same check before purchase, since recall status travels with the VIN.
9. Subaru Crosstrek: Fuel Cap Seal Spill
A recall covering 69,870 hybrids, the 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid and 2025 Forester Hybrid, says a fuel cap seal lets fuel spill when the tank is near full, with a fire risk, per the NHTSA Subaru recall notice.
Owners of these hybrids may want to avoid topping off the tank until the seal is replaced. A VIN check confirms eligibility, and the dealer repair is part of the recall. Recall repairs are performed at no cost to the owner.
10. Hyundai Elantra: Power Control Unit
A recall covering 54,337 Hyundai Elantra Hybrids from 2024 to 2026 says the hybrid power control unit may overheat and cause a fire, according to the NHTSA Elantra recall notice.
The fault sits in the hybrid electronics rather than the battery cells. Elantra Hybrid owners can check the VIN at NHTSA and ask a dealer when parts and appointments are available. Recall repairs are performed at no cost to the owner, though parts availability can affect timing.
11. Volkswagen Taos: Sensor Separation Risk
A recall covering 38,710 Volkswagen Taos SUVs from 2025 to 2026 says a fuel pressure sensor may separate in a rear crash, leaking fuel and risking a fire, per the NHTSA Taos recall notice.
The hazard applies after a collision rather than during normal driving. Taos owners can still check the VIN at NHTSA and have the dealer perform the free remedy at the next convenient visit. Keeping the recall confirmation paperwork also helps at resale.
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