Do I have to pay to fix a safety recall?

No. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by an authorized dealer for that brand, whether you bought the vehicle new or used and whether or not the warranty has expired. Check any VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's website, then schedule the repair with a franchised dealer. Parts are sometimes backordered, so ask about timing. On OffLot, Open lot mode reminds you to ask about open recalls before buying.