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Weekly Recalls: Dodge, Kia, Lucid *FIRE RISK WARNING/PARK OUTSIDE*, Toyota

Written by CarPro | Aug 28, 2026, 1:42:54 PM

**DODGE** 

REAR SPOILER MAY DETACH WHILE DRIVING
CRASH RISK

  • NHTSA ID Number: 26V528000
  • Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components STRUCTURE
  • Potential Number of Units Affected: 74578

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.

Remedy

The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning September 10, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.

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**LUCID**

FIRE RISK WARNING
PARK OUTSIDE: EXTERIOR LIGHTING CIRCUIT MAY CAUSE FIRE

An overheated circuit increases the risk of a fire. A loss of the center brake light or front lights can also decrease visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • NHTSA ID Number: 26V540000
  • Manufacturer Lucid USA, Inc.
  • Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Potential Number of Units Affected: 27185

Summary

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Air vehicles. The exterior lighting circuit may have insufficient overcurrent protection, allowing the circuit to overheat.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park their vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-06-0.

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**KIA**

OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM MAY FAIL TO SUPPRESS AIR BAG

  • NHTSA ID Number: 26V545000
  • Manufacturer Kia America, Inc.
  • Components AIR BAGS
  • Potential Number of Units Affected: 21290

Summary

Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2025-2026 EV9 vehicles. Due to improper routing, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat is in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the ODS mat and bladder tube with a new one and ensure proper routing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters will be mailed beginning October 20, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC379. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 4, 2026.

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**TOYOTA**

FRONT AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBER RESERVOIRS MAY DETACH WHILE DRIVING
CRASH RISK

  • NHTSA ID Number: 26V514000
  • Manufacturer Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
  • Components SUSPENSION
  • Potential Number of Units Affected: 48280

Summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma Hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles. The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB14 and 26TA14.

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