Is Your Vehicle Recalled?
Enter your VIN to instantly check for open safety recalls. Free lookup powered by official NHTSA data — the same database used by dealerships.
How It Works
Enter Your VIN
Find your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number on your registration, insurance card, or driver's side dashboard.
We Check NHTSA
We instantly search the official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall database.
See Your Results
Get a complete list of any open recalls, what's affected, and what the manufacturer will fix for free.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a vehicle recall?
A vehicle recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards. The manufacturer must fix the problem at no cost to you.
Where do I find my VIN?
Your 17-digit VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), or on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb.
How much does a recall repair cost?
Nothing. By law, manufacturers must repair recalled vehicles for free, regardless of whether you're the original owner or the vehicle is out of warranty.
What should I do if my car has a recall?
Contact your nearest authorized dealership to schedule the recall repair. You don't need an appointment at the dealership where you purchased the vehicle — any authorized dealer for your vehicle's brand can perform the repair.
Where does RecallScanner get its data?
All recall data comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the official U.S. government agency responsible for vehicle safety. Our database is updated daily.