Driver side window shade may lower without warning
Defect Summary
Irvine shade & door, inc. (irvine) is recalling certain windshield motor shades. the motorized windshield roller shade at the driver's seating position may unroll without warning while driving.
Safety Consequence
If the windshield roller shade unrolls while driving, it could block the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Irvine will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the shades, and dealers for those manufacturers will install a fastener to ensure the motor will not allow the shade to roll down while driving, free of charge. owners may contact irvine customer service at 1-574-522-1446.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Irvine Shade & Door, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 18E106000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18E106000?
NHTSA recall 18E106000 was issued by Irvine Shade & Door, Inc. on November 26, 2018. It addresses: Driver side window shade may lower without warning. The recall affects approximately 5,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Irvine Shade & Door, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E106000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.