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Have a safety problem?

Have you experienced a vehicle, tire, car seat or equipment safety issue that could be a safety defect? If so, you can file a complaint that we will carefully review.

Recall Spotlight

Takata Air Bags

Approximately 67 million Takata air bags have been recalled. Do Not Drive warnings have been issued for some vehicles that have these air bags.

Check for Recalls

A recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards.

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Get Recall Alerts

Know if there is a safety problem with your vehicles, tires or car seat, and how to get it fixed.

Video Spotlight

Look at the Damage

Speed Prevention

Children in back seat of car in proper car seats

Car Seats and Booster Seats

Car seats and booster seats provide protection for infants and children in a crash. Learn how to choose the right seat and use it correctly every time your child is in the car.

About NHTSA

Our mission is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce economic costs due to road traffic crashes, through education, research, safety standards, and enforcement.

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LIVES LOST ON U.S. ROADS IN 2022
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Drunk-Driving Fatalities
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Speeding-Related Traffic Deaths