Core Insights - The number of critical "Do Not Drive" recalls has increased by over 65% since summer 2024, reaching 725,000 vehicles nationwide [1][2] - "Do Not Drive" recalls are issued when a vehicle defect poses severe risks, including potential crashes or fires, necessitating immediate parking and towing for repairs [2] - The total number of vehicles with at least one recall has decreased by approximately four million, now totaling 54.6 million vehicles with unrepaired recalls, indicating effective awareness efforts [3] Industry Efforts - CARFAX, in collaboration with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has implemented programs to enhance awareness of open recalls and facilitate repairs [3][4] - The Vehicle Recall Search Service, launched in 2018, has identified millions of vehicles needing attention, contributing to road safety [4] - Eight state DMVs utilize the Vehicle Recall Search Service, which is provided free of charge to states and qualified users [4] Consumer Tools - Consumers can check for open recalls for free on CARFAX's website, and the CARFAX Car Care app offers maintenance reminders to ensure vehicle safety [5]

New CARFAX 'Recall Tracker' Sheds Light on the Nation's Most Urgent Auto Recalls CENTREVILLE, Va., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Over a decade since the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a nationwide recall due to the potentially life-threatening risks posed by Takata airbags, 5.7 million vehicles across the U.S. still carry these defective airbags, according to new data from CARFAX. In a sign of progress, CARFAX data shows the number of cars on the road with Takata airbags ha ...