Stellantis is recalling nearly 8,400 Dodge Charger Daytona electric vehicles from the 2024-2025 model years due to a software glitch that makes them too quiet, posing a danger to pedestrians. The vehicles’ amplifier software may fail to emit necessary sounds alerting pedestrians and nearby drivers of their approach. This silent operation increases the chance of accidents, particularly for those who may not notice the car coming. Affected owners can expect notifications by July 10, 2025, and dealers will provide a free software update.
This recall is part of a series of safety measures by Stellantis. Recently, in May 2025, Dodge Hornet SUVs were recalled over issues with rearview cameras not displaying images. Additionally, in December 2024, over 300,000 Ram pickups were recalled due to faulty safety features.
Stellantis is not alone in addressing vehicle issues. They have also announced the recall of over 250,000 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles in the U.S., addressing concerns with side curtain airbags that may not retain pressure properly. This defect could raise the risk of injury during a collision. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has highlighted that such airbags increase the chance of ejection and injury. Dealerships will inspect and replace defective airbags at no cost.
Other automakers are also facing recalls. Recently, Honda pulled back 259,033 SUVs and sedans from the Acura and Honda brands due to an improperly secured brake pedal pivot pin, which could shift the pedal. Meanwhile, Ford issued a “Do Not Drive” warning for 2,345 trucks because of missing retaining springs for the brake booster pushrod, risking a sudden loss of braking capability.
These actions underscore a broader trend of rising vigilance in vehicle safety across the automotive industry.
