SaferCar is an app that provides automotive safety recall information directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA manages millions of recalls every year that affect vehicles, tires, car seats, and related equipment. SaferCar notifies users about any safety recalls that may affect their vehicles or equipment as long as the app is running in the background. Users can enter their vehicle identification number (VIN) for multiple vehicles, including cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, and motorcycles. They can also enter any related automotive products that could be subject to safety recalls, such as tires, car seats, and trailers. Users can opt-in to receive notifications on their mobile devices for each of the vehicles and products they’ve entered. SaferCar also provides NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings and online car seat tools to help users find the right seat, understand ease-of-use, and check to make sure it’s installed correctly.

To protect user privacy, NHTSA doesn’t store device or VIN information on a server to send notifications when a new recall is issued. This means SaferCar needs to run in the background to periodically check for recall updates from the user’s device. If the user force stops SaferCar, they should immediately reopen the app to ensure they receive recall notifications.

Overall, SaferCar is a useful app for anyone who wants to stay informed about automotive safety recalls. By entering their VIN and related products, users can receive notifications about any recalls that may affect their vehicles or equipment. The app also provides additional resources, such as NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings and online car seat tools, to help users make informed decisions about their safety.