National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Archives

NHTSA issues urgent warning for Volvo plug-in hybrid, battery electric vehicles

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON—The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Thursday issued an urgent warning to owners of certain 2020-2026 Volvo plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles, urging them to immediately complete an over-the-air safety recall addressing potential brake failure. NHTSA stated that without the recall remedy, affected vehicles could completely lose their ability to brake while driving downhill. One serious incident […]

U.S. traffic fatalities decline for 12th consecutive quarter in early 2025

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—The number of people killed in traffic crashes in the United States decreased significantly in the first three months of 2025, marking the 12th consecutive quarterly decline, according to new data released Thursday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA estimates that traffic fatalities fell by approximately 6.3% in the first quarter, with 8,055 lives lost. This […]

NHTSA launches anti-speeding campaign ahead of Independence Day weekend [VIDEO]

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—As millions of Americans prepare to travel for the Independence Day holiday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging all drivers to slow down and will launch a new anti-speeding campaign on Monday, July 7th. The “Speeding Catches Up With You” campaign aims to address the deadly risks associated with excessive speed. Speeding contributed to nearly one-third […]

Honda brake pedal recall affects 259,000 vehicles

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

DETROIT, MI—Honda Motor Co. is recalling more than 259,000 vehicles in the United States due to a faulty brake pedal that could increase the risk of a crash or injury, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced this week. The recall addresses a poorly secured pin in the brake pedal assembly, which can cause the pedal to shift out […]

Trump administration’s DOT announces rule to strike down electric vehicle mandate

Posted on June 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), under the Trump administration, announced this week a final rule aimed at “Resetting the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Program,” asserting that the Biden administration improperly used the standards to mandate electric vehicles. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy stated that the move is intended to make vehicles more affordable and easier […]

NHTSA launches 2025 ‘Click It or Ticket’ seat belt campaign

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) kicked off its annual “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement campaign this week, urging drivers and passengers to buckle up. The campaign, running through June 1, will see increased enforcement by state and local law enforcement agencies nationwide, coupled with a national media campaign. “The number of […]

NHTSA estimates 39,345 traffic fatalities across U.S. in 2024, decrease of 3.8%

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—According to a recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, traffic fatalities decreased by 3.8% in 2024, reaching a preliminary estimate of 39,345 deaths. This marks the first time since 2020 that the annual figure has fallen below 40,000. The decline in fatalities is a continuation of a trend that began in the second quarter […]

NHTSA launches ‘Put the Phone Away or Pay’ campaign [VIDEO]

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is putting its foot down on distracted driving this month. With April being Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the NHTSA is launching its “Put the Phone Away or Pay” campaign to highlight the dangers of distracted driving, particularly among young people. The campaign, running from today through April 14th, will feature high-visibility enforcement […]

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