PETERS, MO., March 2, 2026 – In recognition of National Vehicle Safety Recalls Week (March 2-8, 2026), BizzyCar is encouraging both drivers and dealerships to take action on millions of open recalls that remain unresolved across the country.
According to BizzyCar’s 2025 recall analysis, 28.4 million vehicles were affected by recalls last year. Despite required manufacturer notifications, completion rates continue to lag behind overall recall totals, leaving millions of vehicles unrepaired months after notices are issued.
Unaddressed recalls can impact critical vehicle systems, including advanced driver-assistance features, connected software, and other integrated safety technologies. Industry data shows that roughly 20-30% of recalled vehicles remain unrepaired months after a recall is announced, which means millions of cars on the road still carry open safety defects.
During National Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, BizzyCar recommends that drivers:
- Check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov/recalls and entering their VIN
- Schedule repairs promptly, as they are performed at no cost
- Confirm recall status during routine service visits
- Verify recall history before purchasing a used vehicle
“Many drivers assume a recall notice isn’t urgent, but these repairs are often tied to safety systems that are designed to protect them every day,” said Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar. “When recall repairs are delayed, those safety systems may not perform as intended. The priority should be removing friction – making it simple for owners to schedule and seamless for dealerships to execute.”
For dealerships, recalls represent a safety responsibility and a chance to bring customers back into their stores. Stores that consistently flag affected vehicles and schedule repairs efficiently often see stronger completion rates. Once vehicles return, recall visits can also uncover additional maintenance needs that may be addressed within the same appointment.
As recall activity continues at elevated levels, BizzyCar encourages dealerships to evaluate whether they are:
- Regularly identifying vehicles with open recalls, both within their customer base and across their broader market area
- Proactively contacting affected owners to schedule repairs
- Integrating recall appointments smoothly into service workflows to reduce friction for staff and customers
Many dealerships still depend on OEM mailers or manual outreach to notify customers. Those methods can be slow, inconsistent, and resource-intensive, often delaying repairs and limiting visibility into affected vehicles. Moving to continuous identification and customer engagement can shorten repair times, reduce administrative strain on service teams, and help address safety issues more quickly.
BizzyCar’s AI-driven recall management platform continuously identifies vehicles with open recalls, contacts owners via two-way SMS, and writes confirmed appointments directly into the dealership’s scheduling system. The platform also identifies recall opportunities beyond a dealership’s active customer base, including vehicles not originally sold or serviced by the store.
For additional recall insights and manufacturer-level data from 2025, visit BizzyCar’s 2025 Recall Report here: https://www.bizzycar.com/blog/automotive-recall-alert-8.6-million-vehicles-recalled-in-q4-2025
About BizzyCar
BizzyCar is an AI-driven, automated Service Recall and Mobile Service Management Platform for auto dealers. It leverages the most accurate recall data available to identify vehicles with open recalls and utilizes artificial intelligence to proactively schedule appointments for customers to bring their vehicles into the dealership or have service completed through mobile and valet offerings. BizzyCar helps dealerships win back lost customers, increase retention, and drive incremental service revenue while making vehicle ownership safer and more convenient. For more info, visit www.bizzycar.com.