recall

If you’ve kept up with all of the recent drama from Kia, you know about the latest, scariest recalls. They have to do with one of every car owner’s biggest fears: cars catching on fire. There is nothing quite as scary as thinking about our car spontaneously bursting into flames, but it might not be …

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is in the business of making the automotive industry and the public aware of dangerous or potentially dangerous things they discover in relation to the vehicles we all use. This means when they issue a recall, it is usually a good idea to examine their findings. The organization recently …

The Takata airbags became the worst product on the market to date, especially with its recalls. Tons of automakers incorporated them into their vehicle designs. Over time, the inflators became a huge issue, and NHTSA, an agency created to keep people safe, got involved.  But an investigation on the NHTSA showed that they failed, in several ways, to …

The Honda Odyssey was first introduced in 1994 as a five-door station wagon. In 1999, the Honda Motor Company gave the Honda Odyssey a significant facelift, including adopting a Chrysler-style minivan format. The original Honda Odyssey fell under the category of Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle (Compact MPV.) The fifth-generation (RL6 2018 to present) Honda Odyssey was introduced in 2017 at the North …

For the better half of a decade, Honda has been embroiled in a highly-debated class-action lawsuit. Hundreds of people experienced serious injuries, and 25 people lost their lives due to Honda’s use of a faulty product. This week, the Japanese automaker agreed to settle the case for $85 million with 46 American states. They also …

Approximately 700 BMW and Mini plug-in hybrid models will soon be recalled due to an increased potential risk of fire. There was a shocking discovery made by the manufacturer concerning the cars’ high-voltage batteries and the way they were welded. It’s an interesting case, however, it could prove to be a serious threat in some …

Front car seats are supposed to give us all the support that we need during our everyday drive and, more importantly, in the event of an accident. The seatback rests and head restraints not only provide comfort but they also there to provide functional support. However, over 4,000 different Audi and Volkswagen models are being …

While the Volvo XC60 is a safe and well-appointed luxury SUV, not everything on it is as tight as it should be. The Swedish automaker just announced a recall for over 87,000 XC60 models built from 2018 to 2020 due to the possibility of an incorrect torque specification used on the windshield wiper bolts during …

No car manufacturer is perfect and with millions of vehicles produced each year, there are bound to be imperfections. But in an effort to ensure safety and keep customers coming back, car companies issue recalls in order to address those imperfections. Unfortunately for the Toyota brand, one giant recall is going come back to haunt …

When it comes to car safety, two well-known organizations come to mind: the NHTSA and the IIHS. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is tasked with crash-testing vehicles and enforcing traffic and car safety regulations. However, a story on Car Complaints suggests that the organization may not be doing its job correctly. Despite all the …

A voluntary recall has been issued for Ram 1500 pickup trucks. It seems that the foot pedals and floor mats do not mix. That is the message out of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles camp. Specifically at issue for the recall are all-weather floor mats and the Ram 1500 pickup trucks equipped with adjustable pedals. They appear to be having …

Recalls are a pain. The manufacturer has to save face by issuing the recall, and the consumer is stuck trying to get an appointment to have an inspection or repair accomplished. But, those are not the hard parts or a recall. The hard part is notifying people after vehicles have change hands quickly. Also, sometimes …

A grand total of 528 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are the subjects of a safety recall. No accidents or injuries have occurred yet in relation to recall. All the models affected by the recall are from the current 2020 model year. These are the vehicles in the recall There are 528 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviators affected by the …

When it comes to reliability and quality at a reasonable price, no company has built up as much of a reputation as Honda. The Honda Odyssey is one of the most popular family vehicles on the road, and Honda has done everything they can to make the minivan good for the entire family. But recent …

The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, or NHTSA, has issued recalls for several popular recreational vehicles and a specific tire. Some of these are minor issues, such as a label. Some, not so much, such as a tire. Please review the recall information below and take action as necessary so that you can enjoy your RV, trailer, or …

The outdoors is supposed to be a place of fun, relaxation, and adventure. However, a defect or missing part in a recreational vehicle can change all that. One bad piece can get a person hurt. So, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, does its best to examine vehicles for possible safety hazards. To …

This morning brought with it an announcement from Ford that it is recalling some of its popular vehicles. Fires, brake issues, and defects are the root of the issues for a total of over 560,000 vehicles. One of the recalls involves the most popular vehicle Ford has, the F-150 pickup truck. The others are for the Ford Edge, Lincoln …

Mention the name Takata, and many people immediately think of airbags. That is because Takata was one of the largest airbag manufacturers in the world. It is their airbags that are typically associated with a recall for flying shrapnel once they are deployed. Some of those incidents have caused deaths. But, new information indicates the …

The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is seemingly preparing for a huge recall that is yet to be announced. Emissions have been a big topic of several industrywide recalls in recent years and may be the subject for the supposed recall action at the Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep brands. Approximately one million vehicles could be affected.  …

If you drive an older model Kia Sorento, you may already be aware that it’s prone to several different problems. One of these issues, failing headlights, is currently the subject of an investigation by the government. Having two working headlights is crucial to safely drive down the road. That could be an issue for the …