On certain vehicles, the window trim on the rear doors may not be properly attached. As a result, the window trim could loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada Recall 2022-509
Safety Risk
Window trim that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the window trim on the rear doors and repair them, if necessary.
On certain vehicles, the rear spoiler could hit the body when opening and closing the liftgate. This could damage the spoiler and cause it to detach from the vehicle.
Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada Recall 2021-663.
Safety Risk
A spoiler that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others.
Remedy
FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the rear spoiler.
On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the windows and roof without the digital key inside the vehicle. Canadian regulations require a key to be in or near the vehicle when closing the windows or roof system.
Safety Risk
A window or roof that can be closed without the digital key in or near the vehicle could create a risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the electronic control unit software. To reduce safety risk, BMW recommends that you shouldn't use the digital key, and that the vehicle should only be operated with the key fob until the recall repairs are completed.
On certain motorcycles, if you accidentally ride the motorcycle with the side stand extended, it may not retract if it contacts the ground. Canadian regulations require an extended side stand to retract when it touches the ground, and the motorcycle is moving forward.
Safety Risk
A side stand that doesn't retract when it contacts the ground while riding could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Indian Motorcycle will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
On certain vehicles, the sunroof glass may not be properly attached to the sliding roof frame. Over time, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle.
Note: Vehicles that were inspected under Transport Canada recalls 2019-668 and 2021-478 also require this inspection.
Safety Risk
A sunroof that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the bonding of the sunroof glass. Dealers will replace the sliding roof, if necessary.
On certain trucks, the tailgate could unlatch and open while driving. If this happens, cargo that is not secured could fall out of the truck bed and onto the road.
Safety Risk
Cargo that falls from the truck bed could create a road hazard for others.
Remedy
FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect the alignment of the tailgate strikers, and adjust them if necessary.
On certain vehicles, the window trim on the rear doors may not be properly attached. As a result, the window trim could loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Safety Risk
Window trim that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the window trim on the rear doors and repair them, if necessary.
On certain vehicles, the trailer hitch bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the bolts could loosen, and the hitch could detach from the vehicle while towing a trailer.
Safety Risk
A trailer hitch that detaches from a vehicle could create a risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to tighten the trailer hitch bolts.
On certain trucks, the insulators under the truck may have been installed in error. As a result, it could loosen and damage the driveshaft. If this happens, the driveshaft could break and cause a loss of power to the wheels. A broken driveshaft could also contact the ground and cause a loss of control. Additionally, the truck could move when the transmission is in Park and the parking brake is not used.
Note: This recall only affects certain 4x4 models with a 145" wheelbase that have specific trim packages and an aluminum driveshaft.
Safety Risk
A loss of power to the wheels or a loss of control could increase the risk of a crash. A parked vehicle that rolls away could also create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealership inspect if underbody insulators are installed and add new attachments as required. The dealer will also inspect the driveshaft for damage and repair it, as necessary.
On a small number of Q5 Sportback and SQ5 Sportback models, the rear hatch lid may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the latch could break or detach in a crash and allow the rear hatch to deform more than it is designed to.
Safety Risk
A rear hatch that deforms too much during a crash could lead to an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear hatch lid.
On certain vehicles, the recovery eye (tow hook) may not screw into the front or rear bumper properly. As a result, the recovery eye could come loose when a vehicle is being loaded or transported.
Safety Risk
A towing eye that comes loose during loading or transport could create an increased risk of crash and/or injury.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect, and if necessary, repair the recovery points in the front and rear bumpers.
On certain vehicles, the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle in a crash.
Safety Risk
A windshield that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to remove and reinstall the windshield. The dealer will also recalibrate the front camera, if necessary.
On certain vehicles, the front frame rail(s) may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the vehicle may not meet the crash test requirements of Canadian Regulations.
Safety Risk
A vehicle that does not meet crash test requirements could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the engine rails. If the engine rails do not pass a strength test, you will be given the option of having the engine rail(s) replaced, vehicle replacement, or a buyback.
On certain vehicles, the rear frame could rust where the fuel tank and rear subframe are mounted. If this happens, the fuel tank and/or rear subframe mounts could separate from the frame. This can allow the fuel tank to fall and become damaged, which could cause a fuel leak.
Safety Risk
A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Honda will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the rear frame for corrosion. Depending on the outcome of the inspection, the dealer will either apply corrosion protection and install a support brace, or repair the frame. Honda will offer to repurchase vehicles that do not pass the inspection.
Over time, dirt buildup could cause the secondary hood latch to stick open after it is used. If this happens, and the primary hood latch is released, the hood may open suddenly while driving.
Safety Risk
A hood that opens suddenly while driving could block the driver's view and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the secondary hood latch.
On certain vehicles, the child safety lock on the right rear door may not work properly. As a result, the door could be opened from the inside of the vehicle when the safety lock is in the "ON" position.
Safety Risk
A child safety lock that does not work properly could allow a child to open a rear door while the vehicle is moving, and create a risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect, and if necessary, replace the rear door latch(es). Ford will also provide you with instructions for how to check the child safety locks before taking your vehicle to the dealership.
On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the sunroof remotely without the key fob inside the vehicle. Canadian regulations require the key fob to be in or near the vehicle when closing the sunroof.
Safety Risk
A sunroof that can be closed without the key fob in or near the vehicle could create a risk of injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to reprogram the roof function control unit. Alternatively, you can download an over-the-air update to fix this problem.
On certain vehicles, the body panels near the front shock absorber mounts may be missing welds. As a result, the shock absorber mounting areas could crack over time and break. If this happens, a shock absorber could separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability.
Safety Risk
A loss of vehicle stability could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Lexus will contact owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the spot-welds around the front shock absorber mounting areas. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
This recall is for accessory rear hatch spoilers that were installed on a new vehicle or sold as an accessory part at a Volkswagen dealership.
On certain vehicles, the rear spoiler might not be properly attached to the hatch. As a result, the spoiler could detach from the vehicle while driving.
Safety Risk
A spoiler that detaches from the vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear hatch spoiler.
On certain vehicles, the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle in a crash.
Safety Risk
A windshield that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield.
