Most Recalled Car Brands
Ranked by total recall campaign count from NHTSA records, these 20 manufacturers top the list. Note that higher recall counts can reflect both safety issues and proactive manufacturer response. A brand that issues recalls quickly may actually be more safety-conscious than one that delays.
Ford
72 models
Chevrolet
90 models
BMW
195 models
Toyota
48 models
Dodge
33 models
Honda
85 models
Nissan
32 models
GMC
40 models
Jeep
15 models
Hyundai
42 models
Lincoln
17 models
Volkswagen
28 models
Volvo
40 models
Kia
33 models
RAM
8 models
Cadillac
26 models
Chrysler
17 models
Mercedes-Benz
36 models
Audi
44 models
Subaru
14 models
About This Ranking
This ranking counts the total number of NHTSA recall campaigns issued per manufacturer. A higher count reflects more recall campaigns over time — it does not necessarily mean a brand is less safe, as larger manufacturers with higher sales volumes tend to appear more frequently. Data covers all recalls on file with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Data updated daily.