Vehicle Safety Recalls Week is March 3-9, 2025
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to raise awareness during Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, observed from March 3-9, 2025. With over 58 million vehicles on U.S. roadways carrying open safety recalls, CTDOT urges all vehicle owners to check their vehicles and address any outstanding recalls.
In Connecticut alone, an estimated 550,000 vehicles have open recalls, including more than 48,000 with unrepaired Takata airbags. NHTSA recalled approximately 67 million Takata airbags between 2014 and 2016 due to a defect that can cause them to explode during deployment, potentially causing serious injury or death.
“Unrepaired recalls pose serious risks to drivers, passengers, and others on the road,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. “We encourage all Connecticut drivers to take a few minutes to check their vehicle for open recalls. It’s fast, free, and could save lives.”
“It’s important for all motorists to stay informed about recalls that may affect their vehicles,” said Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Tony Guerrera. “To help with this, we instructed emissions testing stations to provide notifications of any outstanding recalls during routine emissions tests. It’s important for motorists to take recalls seriously and to act promptly.”
Checking for open recalls is simple. Vehicle owners can visit CheckToProtect.org and enter their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to see if their vehicle has an open recall. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorized dealerships. Employers and fleet managers are also encouraged to regularly review their vehicle inventory for recalls to ensure the safety of their drivers and the communities they serve.
Check To Protect is a national campaign led by the National Safety Council (NSC) to encourage drivers to check for and repair open vehicle recalls. The NSC is a nonprofit dedicated to eliminating preventable deaths and injuries through research, education, and advocacy. The campaign partners with automakers, safety organizations, and government agencies to promote safer roads.
To learn more, please visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.