Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-16 07:14Core Viewpoint - The article provides an overview of the passenger car recall situation in December 2025, highlighting a total of 199,141 vehicles recalled, which represents an 18.55% decrease compared to November 2025 [2][9]. Group 1: Recall Statistics - A total of 18 passenger car recall announcements were made in December 2025, involving 199,141 vehicles [2][9]. - Japanese brands accounted for nearly 60% of the total recalls, with Toyota, Honda, and Lexus recalling 117,014 vehicles, representing 58.76% of the total [3][10]. - American brands, including Ford, Jeep, and Lincoln, recalled 56,089 vehicles, making up 28.17% of the total recalls [3][10]. - German brands, such as Audi and Volkswagen, recalled 25,739 vehicles, which is 12.93% of the total [3][10]. - Korean brand Genesis recalled 299 vehicles, accounting for 0.15% of the total [3][10]. Group 2: Reasons for Recall - The primary reasons for the recalls in December 2025 were identified as issues with advanced driver assistance systems, fuel systems, and specialized devices for new energy vehicles [4][11]. - Toyota and Lexus recalled 93,882 vehicles due to a design flaw in the panoramic monitoring system, which could affect the driver's judgment of the vehicle's surroundings [5][12]. - Ford recalled 38,473 vehicles due to a stress concentration issue at the connection between the fuel hose and the fuel tank, which could lead to fuel leakage under certain conditions [6][13]. - Honda recalled 22,696 vehicles due to a software setting issue in the power control system that could cause a loss of driving power and potential emissions non-compliance [7][14][15].