Recalls Next: Technological Innovations & Safety Recalls

November 5, 2026
8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET

Registration Closed

Despite technological and communication advances, millions of safety-recalled vehicles remain unrepaired. Building on NHTSA’s April 2026 report to Congress, Recalls Next brings together government, industry, and research leaders to boost recall completion rates.

The event will address consumer outreach, automated driving systems, over-the-air updates, state initiatives, and heavy-vehicle challenges. Through cross-sector collaboration, the event aims to turn innovative research into actionable solutions that increase repairs, prevent injuries, and save lives.

Join NHTSA for the Recalls Next: Technological Innovations & Safety Recalls public meeting on November 5, to help shape the future of vehicle safety recalls. Register to attend the summit in person by October 29. You'll receive a follow-up email November 2 with additional details.

More information is available in the Federal Register.

Agenda

7:15 - 8:30 a.m. ET - Arrival & Registration

8:30 - 9 a.m. ET - Opening Remarks

• Speakers:
  • Jonathan Morrison — Administrator, NHTSA
  • Eileen Sullivan — Associate Administrator for Enforcement, NHTSA

9 - 10 a.m. ET - Automated Vehicles & OTA Remedies in the Recall Space

• Moderators: 
  • Tanya Topka — Director, Office of Defects Investigations, NHTSA 
  • Neil Dold — Lead Engineer, Advanced and Emerging Technologies Division, NHTSA
• Speakers: 
  • Stephen Ridella — Director, Safety Planning and Regulatory Reporting Division, Zoox 
  • Matt Schwall — Senior Director, Safety & Incident Management, Waymo 
  • Nancy Bell — Senior Legal Director, Regulatory Affairs & Policy, Rivian 
  • Regina Carto — Vice President, Global Product Safety & Systems, General Motors 
  • Jeff Farrah — CEO, Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association

10 - 10:15 a.m. ET -  Break

10:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET -  Breakout Sessions

Improving Recall Notifications: Data, Design, and Delivery

• Moderators: 
  • Alex Ansley — Division Chief, Recall Management Division, NHTSA 
  • Jennie Kruger — Team Lead, Recall Management Division, NHTSA
• Speakers:
  • Kil-Jae Hong — Director, Office of Traffic Safety Campaigns, NHTSA
  • Scott Alan — CEO, Recall Masters
  • Chris Miller — Founder/Chairman, Recall Masters
  • Neil Steinkamp — Managing Director, Stout

Reducing Recall Barriers

• Moderators: 
  • Tanya Topka — Director, Office of Defects Investigations, NHTSA 
  • Wil Nelson — Team Lead, Vehicle Defects Division (D), NHTSA
• Speakers:
  • Dr. Sheena Mirpuri — Principal Advisor, The Behavioural Insights Team
  • Dr. Jessica Cicchino — Senior Vice President, Behavior and Infrastructure Research, IIHS 
  • Emily Frascaroli — Global Director, Automotive Safety Office, Ford 
  • Patricia Doersch — Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs, NADA

Heavy Truck / Bus Recall Challenges

• Moderators: 
  • Josh Neff — Division Chief, Medium and Heavy Duty Vehicle Defects Division, NHTSA 
  • Bruce York — Division Chief, Vehicle Defects Division (B), NHTSA
• Speakers:
  • Frank Borris, II — Founder, Borris Automotive & Safety Solutions 
  • Chris Harvey — Senior Vice President, Product Innovation & Industry Engagement, Sedgwick
  • William Schott — Head of Product Safety & Certification North America, Volvo Trucks

Noon - 1:30 p.m. ET - Lunch Break

1:30 - 2 p.m. ET - Media Showcase & Knowledge Challenge

2 - 3 p.m. ET - Data & Challenges in the States Panel

• Moderators 
  • Eileen Sullivan — Associate Administrator of Enforcement, NHTSA 
  • Peter Simshauser — Chief Counsel, NHTSA 
• Speakers: 
  • Chris Freeman — Director, Government Investigations & Advocacy, Stellantis
  • Phil Dacey — Deputy Administrator, Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration 
  • Karl Jakobi — Director, Government Relations, Experian Automotive
  • Laura Perrotta — President, New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers 
  • Don Lefeve — Executive Director, American Car Rental Association

3 - 3:20 p.m. ET - Closing Remarks

• Speakers:
  • Alex Ansley — Division Chief, Recall Management Division, NHTSA 

NHTSA is committed to providing access to this event for all participants. People with disabilities can submit an accommodation request to NHTSA.Communication@dot.gov by October 29, 2026.