Biggest Recalls of 2013
February 6, 2014
Cars.com recently put together a list of the 10 largest recalls we saw in 2013. At the top of the list is a recall issued by Chrysler for 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokees and 2002-2007 Liberty models, which affected about 2.7 million vehicles. Another large recall we saw in 2013 was a tire recall issued by Michelin, which impacted about 1.2 million vehicles.
Below is a look at the 10 largest recalls that were issued in 2013.
| Rank | Issued By | Vehicles Affected | Recall | # Vehicles Impacted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chrysler | 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokees; 2002-2007 Liberty models | Potential fuel-system problem | 2.7 million |
| 2 | Michelin | LTX M/X tires, size LT225/75R16 115/112R LRE | Tire tread could separate | 1.2 million |
| 3 | Hyundai | 2007-09 Accent & Tucson, 2007-10 Elantra, 2007-11 Santa Fe, 2008-09 Veracruz, 2010-11 Genesis Coupe, 2011 Sonata | Break light issue | 1 million+ |
| 4 | Toyota | 2012-2013 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Avalon and Avalon Hybrid sedans and Venza hatchbacks | AC condenser unit housing | 803,000 |
| 5 | Toyota | 2006-2011 RAV4 and Lexus HS 250h | Improperly tightened rear wheel alignment nuts | 780,580 |
| 6 | Toyota | 2003-2004 Corolla sedans and Matrix hatchbacks | Faulty airbag control module | 752,000 |
| 7 | Honda | 2009-13 Pilot SUVs and 2011-13 Odyssey minivans | Driver-side airbag | 748,000 |
| 8 | Subaru | 2009-12 Forester, 2010-11 Legacy, 2010-11 Outback and 2006-12 Tribeca models | Potential faulty lamp wiring | 633,842 |
| 9 | Kia | 2007-10 Rondo and Sportage, 2007-11 Sorento, 2007 Sedona, 2010-11 Soul, 2011 Optima | Malfunctioning brake lights | 623,658 |
| 10 | Toyota | 2004-05 and 2007-09 Sienna minivans | Shift-lock solenoid | 615,000 |
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