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Free Safety Recall Check

Search vehicle recall and safety issues by VIN.

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Find open safety recalls, and safety risks for your vehicle.

Unfixed recalls are more common than you may think. In fact, 1 in 6 vehicles that have been checked for a recall have reported at least one. Recalls can range from malfunctioning airbags to electrical issues that can cause a fire, which is why checking your current vehicle for any unfixed recalls is important.

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1 in 6 vehicles searched have an unfixed safety recall.

What vehicle makes can the CARFAX Canada Recall Check search?

We are able to find recalls for the following manufacturers:

A

  • Acura

  • Alfa Romeo

  • Aston Martin

  • Audi

B

  • Bentley

  • BMW

  • Buick

C

  • Cadillac

  • Chevrolet

  • Chrysler

D

  • Daewoo

  • Datsun

  • Dodge

E

  • Eagle

F

  • Ferrari

  • FIAT

  • Ford

  • Freightliner

G

  • Geo

  • GMC

H

  • Honda

  • HUMMER

  • Hyundai

I

  • Infiniti

  • Isuzu

J

  • Jaguar

  • Jeep

K

  • Kia

L

  • Lamborghini

  • Land Rover

  • Lexus

  • Lincoln

M

  • Maserati

  • Maybach

  • Mazda

  • McLaren

  • Mercedes-Benz

  • Mercury

  • MINI

  • Mitsubishi

N

  • Nissan

O

  • Oldsmobile

P

  • Plymouth

  • Pontiac

  • Porsche

R

  • RAM

  • Rolls-Royce

S

  • Saab

  • Saturn

  • Smart

  • Subaru

  • Suzuki

T

  • Tesla

  • Toyota

V

  • Volkswagen

  • Volvo

We strive to provide Canadians with the most information about their vehicles, and we are continually working to add more manufacturers to our recall check.


However, we are currently unable to provide checks for the following manufacturers, and recommend going to the manufacturer website for information:

BrightDrop, Fisker, Spyker, Tesla, and VinFast.

Where can I find my VIN?

The location of a VIN depends on the make and model of the vehicle, but it is most commonly found on the vehicle's dashboard.

You’ll be able to find it in one of these locations...

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  1. Under the hood (front of engine)

  2. Driver’s side interior dash (most common)

  3. Front end of frame (older cars)

  4. Driver’s side door pillar (inside)

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Know the history and the recalls.

With a CARFAX Canada Vehicle History Report you can see a broader picture of a vehicle and find out more about its past.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • You can check if your vehicle has a recall for free by using CARFAX Canada’s free Safety Recall Check tool. It searches over 50 manufacturer databases to see if your vehicle has an active (or open/unfixed) safety recall. It only takes a few seconds and won’t cost you anything. You can also download the free CARFAX Canada Car Care app to get recall alerts for your vehicle and keep track of service and maintenance in one place.

  • A vehicle safety recall is a notice from the manufacturer that your car, one of its parts, or one of its accessories has a safety-related defect or doesn’t meet required safety standards.” They happen because the issue could increase the risk of an accident, injury, or non-compliance with Transport Canada regulations, and the manufacturer must fix it at no cost to you.

  • No, recall repairs are free. They’re required by the government and handled by authorized dealerships. The manufacturer covers all parts and labour, no matter how old your vehicle is or how many owners it’s had.

  • Manufacturers usually notify the registered owner by mail, and sometimes by email or phone if that information is available. You can also stay on top of recalls by signing up for the free CARFAX Canada Car Care app, which will notify you if your vehicle has a new recall and help you track service history, maintenance, and more. Even if you don’t receive a notice, you can always check recalls yourself using your VIN.

  • It depends on the type of recall. Some are minor and may not affect daily driving, but others can pose serious safety risks. The safest option is to book a free repair with your dealer as soon as possible and avoid driving if the recall relates to critical systems like brakes, airbags, or steering.