> This usage and definition by NHTSA predates the colloquial definition I don't think that's right, because countries could "recall" ambassadors, or parliament

> This usage and definition by NHTSA predates the colloquial definition I don't think that's right, because countries could "recall" ambassadors, or parliament could be "recalled." Essentially, "recall" means "to bring back." If you aren't bringing something back, it isn't a recall. I don't have time to do the etymological research, so this could be wrong, but it isn't likely. (IIRC I used to be able to access the Oxford English Dictionary for free online, but I'm finding that now I can't.)