In October, several major global automakers, including Toyota, Ford, Hyundai and Tesla, recalled more than 103,000 vehicles in Canada for various safety reasons. These problems include defects in the brakes, steering, electrical systems and rearview cameras.

🔹 Ford is recalling about 9,344 2021 Bronco and 2020 and 2021 Escape models due to improper brake system performance and non-compliance with Canadian safety standards. Also in the Stellantis group, models from the Dodge, Ram, Alfa Romeo and Fiat brands are under review due to gearshift problems, rearview camera defects and possible loss of propulsion.

🔹 Hyundai is recalling more than 13,000 2024 and 2025 Santa Fe models due to a possible short circuit and fire hazard caused by improperly installed engine starter terminal covers. Meanwhile, Nissan has added 16,000 NV200 and Leaf models to its recall list due to overheating of the battery during fast charging.

🔹 Toyota has launched a massive recall of more than 33,000 Sequoia, Tundra and Tacoma 2025 models due to a defect in the steering system and rearview camera. Among luxury cars, Mercedes-Benz has also recalled 837 EQB electric vehicles due to the risk of overheating of the battery and has asked owners not to charge the vehicle more than 80% until the defect is fixed.

🔹 Finally, General Motors and Tesla have also announced more limited recalls; including 2,135 Chevrolet City Express vehicles due to a defect in the fuel tank sensor wiring and only three Tesla Model Y vehicles due to a problem with the wiring of the reverse light.

According to CTV News, these recalls indicate the increasing sensitivity of automakers to consumer safety in the Canadian market.

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