Many car owners don’t understand the process regarding vehicle recalls.

According to the news and the details on how NHTSA gets cars recalled exposed by the federal agency itself, the recalls are triggered by consumer complaints. The agency says that “voluntary” recalls issued by the actual car maker are rare.

While car recalls don’t have an expiration date, car makers claim a “reasonable period” of return. However, NHTSA could be looking out for your best interests as they heed consumer cries over car maker trends.

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How NHTSA Gets Cars Recalled