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TESLA
Grade F11.1 avg recalls/model
322 total recalls across 6 models
⚠️ Most affected: Model Y (13.83 avg)
⚠️ Most Recalled Car Brands
Car brands with the highest recall rates based on latest NHTSA data. Use this data carefully - high recalls can sometimes indicate proactive safety management.
50Brands Analyzed
1.64Industry Avg Recalls
⚠️ Important Context
High recalls don't always mean bad quality. Some manufacturers proactively issue recalls for minor issues, while others may be slower to act. Always research specific models and years before making a purchase decision. Learn more about our methodology →
Note: Low recall counts may be influenced by lower vehicle sales volumes. Rankings reflect recall frequency per model-year, not total vehicles sold.
📈 Statistical Note: Rankings for brands with fewer than 10 models or limited production volume may show greater variance due to smaller sample sizes. Consider this context when comparing niche/luxury brands with high-volume manufacturers.
🔴 Top 5 Most Recalled Brands
📋 Complete Recall Rankings (Worst First)
| Rank | Brand | Grade | Avg Recalls/Year | Total Recalls | Most Affected Model | Trend | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | TESLA | F | 11.1 | 322 | ⚠️ Model Y13.83 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #2 | LINCOLN | D | 6.22 | 230 | ⚠️ Aviator15.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #3 | LUCID | D | 6.2 | 31 | ⚠️ Air7.75 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #4 | JEEP | C | 4.4 | 233 | ⚠️ Wrangler10.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #5 | RIVIAN | C | 3.8 | 57 | ⚠️ R1S7 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #6 | VOLKSWAGEN | C | 3.02 | 187 | ⚠️ Atlas Cross Sport8.17 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #7 | CHRYSLER | B | 2.96 | 68 | ⚠️ Pacifica6.83 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #8 | LAND ROVER | B | 2.93 | 132 | ⚠️ Defender4.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #9 | FORD | B | 2.64 | 723 | ⚠️ Explorer16.5 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #10 | ALFA ROMEO | B | 2.13 | 32 | ⚠️ Tonale4 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #11 | PORSCHE | B | 2.06 | 97 | ⚠️ Taycan10 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #12 | KIA | B | 1.95 | 154 | ⚠️ EV94.5 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #13 | AUDI | B | 1.81 | 352 | ⚠️ e-tron GT5.75 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #14 | HYUNDAI | B | 1.68 | 175 | ⚠️ Santa Fe4.17 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #15 | JAGUAR | B | 1.67 | 55 | ⚠️ I-PACE3.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #16 | GMC | B | 1.6 | 96 | ⚠️ Yukon4.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #17 | CADILLAC | B | 1.54 | 122 | ⚠️ Lyriq5 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #18 | BMW | B | 1.52 | 579 | ⚠️ X37.33 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #19 | MASERATI | B | 1.52 | 50 | ⚠️ Grecale2.33 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #20 | TOYOTA | B | 1.51 | 226 | ⚠️ Tundra7.17 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #21 | LAMBORGHINI | A | 1.41 | 24 | ⚠️ Huracan2.17 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #22 | NISSAN | A | 1.34 | 137 | ⚠️ Rogue4.17 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #23 | SUBARU | A | 1.33 | 68 | ⚠️ Solterra2.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #24 | ACURA | A | 1.21 | 47 | ⚠️ TLX2.33 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #25 | MAZDA | A | 1.15 | 54 | ⚠️ CX-906.5 avg | 📉 Declining | View → |
| #26 | ISUZU | A | 1.07 | 45 | ⚠️ FTR4.17 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #27 | GENESIS | A | 0.99 | 71 | ⚠️ GV605.67 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #28 | DODGE | A | 0.96 | 51 | ⚠️ Hornet4 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #29 | CHEVROLET | A | 0.91 | 227 | ⚠️ Bolt EV5.75 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #30 | BUICK | A | 0.89 | 25 | ⚠️ Regal2 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #31 | INFINITI | A | 0.86 | 32 | ⚠️ QX601.67 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #32 | LEXUS | A | 0.83 | 64 | ⚠️ TX2.5 avg | 📉 Declining | View → |
| #33 | VOLVO | A | 0.78 | 307 | ⚠️ VN5.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #34 | BENTLEY | A | 0.76 | 28 | ⚠️ Bentayga3 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #35 | FISKER | A | 0.67 | 10 | ⚠️ Ocean3.33 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #36 | ROLLS-ROYCE | A | 0.58 | 14 | ⚠️ Spectre2 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #37 | ASTON MARTIN | A | 0.57 | 16 | ⚠️ DB122 avg | 📉 Declining | View → |
| #38 | MCLAREN | A | 0.54 | 25 | ⚠️ GT3 avg | 📉 Declining | View → |
| #39 | FIAT | A | 0.47 | 9 | ⚠️ 500e1.5 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #40 | FERRARI | A | 0.37 | 14 | ⚠️ Purosangue1 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #41 | RAM | A | 0.37 | 203 | ⚠️ 150010 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #42 | BUGATTI | A | 0.36 | 8 | ⚠️ Chiron1.2 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #43 | HONDA | A | 0.34 | 225 | ⚠️ Pilot5.67 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #44 | FREIGHTLINER | A | 0.33 | 187 | ⚠️ Cascadia12.33 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #45 | POLESTAR | A | 0.33 | 5 | ⚠️ Polestar 35 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #46 | MERCEDES-BENZ | A | 0.15 | 29 | ⚠️ Metris3.5 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #47 | PAGANI | A | 0.13 | 1 | ⚠️ Utopia0.5 avg | ➡️ Stable | View → |
| #48 | MITSUBISHI | A | 0.07 | 15 | ⚠️ Outlander2 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #49 | MINI | A | 0.05 | 7 | ⚠️ Countryman1 avg | 📈 Improving | View → |
| #50 | SUZUKI | A | 0.01 | 10 | ⚠️ DL10501 avg | 📉 Declining | View → |
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ Highest Recalls
TESLA
11.1 avg recalls/model - research specific models carefully
📊 Above Average
15 brands
have recall rates above the industry average of 1.64
📈 Improving
37 brands
showing improvement in recent years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the least reliable car brand?
Based on recall data, TESLA has the highest average recall rate. However, reliability depends on many factors beyond recalls.
Are recalls always bad?
Not necessarily. Recalls can indicate a manufacturer that proactively addresses safety issues. The key is whether recalls are for serious defects and how quickly they're resolved.
Should I avoid these brands entirely?
No! Individual models within any brand can be reliable. Use our model-specific data to research the exact vehicle you're considering.
🔍 Research Before You Buy
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