The number of critical “Do Not Drive” recalls has jumped more than 65 percent since the summer of 2024, to 725,000, according to newly released CARFAX data.

Automakers working with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issue “Do Not Drive” recalls when a vehicle’s defect is so dangerous that it should not be operated under any circumstances — not even for a short trip.

The warning indicates the risk of a crash, fire, or serious injury is so severe that both manufacturers and federal safety regulators advise owners to park the vehicle immediately and have it towed to a dealership for repairs. These recalls often involve critical safety systems, including brake failures or defective airbags that can explode.

“When it comes to safety recalls, overlooking or ignoring them can put lives at risk,” said Patrick Olsen, Editor-in-Chief at CARFAX. “The good news is that checking for open recalls is fast and simple with our free online tools, like at Carfax.com/recall, and repairs are always free for consumers. Every driver should know their vehicle’s status and act without delay.”

Here are the Top 15 states with vehicles that have a “Do Not Drive” recall:

The total number of vehicles in the country with at least one recall has decreased by approximately four million since last year, to 54.6 million vehicles with unrepaired recalls nationwide, the data showed.