An investigation has been opened by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, regarding Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR fuel leaks complaints. This is not the first time the Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR have been investigated for fuel related concerns. But this seems to be unrelated to the first investigation. Details of the investigation into …
Land Rover experienced a frustrating recall failure with its 2013-2016 models of the Land Rover Range Rover and 2014-2016 models of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The failure, however, continued for some owners of these vehicles. CarComplaints.com explains how the Range Rover recall problem began and where we’re at today with it. The original recall …
Recalls are not any fun. When they are announced, consumers have to deal with the hassle of scheduling the repair. On the flip side, manufacturer reputations take a hit because of a problem with their product that can or has caused safety issues for the consumers. Polaris, the manufacturer of ATVs and UTVs, is one …
Recalls and technical service bulletins are important to follow to keep your car up to date. What is the difference between the two?
On Wednesday, Volvo Cars announced their biggest recall ever. Volvo said that over 2.1 million vehicles are affected. The recall is spread amongst multiple models. Volvo Cars says the recall was announced as preventative in nature. Wear on the seat belt wire According to reports on Reuter’s and the Associated Press, a steel wire that …
The 2020 Ford Ranger is one of the most affordable compact pickup trucks on the market, and as 2021 model years begin to arrive at dealership lots those prices will only decrease. There haven’t been any major reliability problems, and even though it doesn’t have the highest owner satisfaction ratings, the Ford Ranger is still …
If you are a frequent Harbor Freight tool-buyer like I am, you’ve probably snagged yourself a handy and inexpensive set of jack stands for your home DIY projects. If you buy tools at Harbor Freight often, you have realistic expectations as to what you are buying, but you may not realize your safety could be …
We can’t overstate how important it is to keep reliability and maintenance costs in mind when car buying. As you’re shopping for a new or used car to purchase, you’re likely to see vehicles with recall notices on them. Car recalls are relatively common, but at the same time, you’ll want to take these notices …
McLaren is known for its high-performing vehicles that can compete with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini. Currently, the British automaker is not in the news for a recent, exotic model announcement but for a concerning safety hazard. McLaren is recalling over 3,000 vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to a fuel leak risk …
The Chrysler Pacifica minivan has completely changed the minivan game. Since its release in 2016 it has brought sleek style, funny commercials, and the first hybrid minivan with its 2017 model year. The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is a popular minivan, selling around one hundred thousand units each year since its release in 2016. When you …
Even some of the most reliable cars on the road can be subject to manufacture recalls. Although usually for mechanical reasons, today software glitches can also prompt a car to be recalled. The Toyota Highlander, for example, has been a part of both a software-related and mechanical recall. The latter case is especially problematic, as …
On Monday, April 20th, Ford Motor Company announced a safety recall. The recall is to replace a seat belt tensioning sensor on select 2020 Ford Expedition vehicles. Ford is not aware of any accidents or injuries resulting from this at this time. Here is what you need to know about this latest safety recall if …
When purchasing a new car, many different elements and variables come into play. However, most consumers and drivers would probably agree on the importance of safety and satisfaction when it comes to buying a new vehicle. However, as everyone knows, sometimes recalls and underlying issues don’t come forward until down the line. That seems to …
Although the Toyota Highlander is more crossover than SUV, it’s one of Toyota’s best-selling models. It has a wide array of standard features, and there’s even a somewhat-sporty XSE trim. Though, the Nightshade Edition is mostly just a cosmetic package. But, while the Highlander is popular, it has had some problems in the past. And …
Ford Motor Company paved the way for vehicles in America with reliable trucks and cars to get from point A to B, however, not all of their innovations have been successful. There have been a few recent major Ford recalls requiring thousands of trucks to be fixed for proper safety on the road. Let’s take …
The thought of your engine catching fire would give any driver pause. When a company known for its reliability like Toyota announces a recall that has “engine” and “fire” in the same sentence, it really raises some eyebrows. The end result is that around 44,000 2019 and 2020 Toyota models, including hybrids models, are being recalled …
Buyers hope to trust the auto manufacturer that sells them a vehicle. Recalls and fraud undermine this faith. With two recalls right in a row for General Motors’ light-duty trucks, owners should check to make sure their 2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks are safe. Since both issues involve the braking systems, these are …
Vehicle recalls are a headache for everyone involved from the manufacturers to the car owners. A particularly headache-inducing recall that is making waves again is the one concerning airbag inflators made by Takata. The company, which has since gone bankrupt and has been bought out by Joyson Safety Systems, first went under investigation for their …
The Ford Ranger has been highly sought after since making its return. However, a recent problem has emerged with the truck.
The Chevrolet Silverado’s going through a bit of a rollercoaster-ride recently. On the one hand, there’s a new limited-edition trim out, and it beat the industry average for resale value. However, recent reviews of both the 2020 model and the latest GMC Sierra both found areas for improvement. And now, there’s news of Silverado seat …
