Consumers Can Sign Up for Free Electronic Recall Alerts from NHTSA

Vehicle owners across the nation can be instantly informed of a safety recall under a new automated alert system from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall alerts can be received via e-mail or on personal computers, cell phones or PDA devices-automatically and free-of-charge. According NHTSA, there are about 600 vehicle recalls each year. Historically, one in four motorists ignore these recalls when they are announced. Under the new alert system, consumers can elect to receive all vehicle recalls as they are made public, or personalize the alerts to specific vehicles. To start receiving NHTSA's recall alerts, go to www.safercar.gov and select the “Email recall notifications” option.