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11 Million Takata Airbags Are Like Deadly Tumors, Official Warns
When thinking of car safety, you probably imagine driving defensively, obeying traffic laws, and ensuring your vehicle is properly maintained. You might not consider that your car could kill you in a minor collision. But vehicles with defective Takata airbags are under recall because they’ve caused severe injuries and even death. The Takata airbag recall …
Ford Recall Fixes Could Get Easier Thanks to Google Partnership
Vehicles increasingly use software operating systems to control nearly every aspect of day-to-day operations. And now Ford has partnered with Google to provide remote updates to owners’ vehicle software. The first rumors of a Ford-Google partnership revolved around a ridesharing company using autonomous vehicles as early as 2016. Although that venture is likely scheduled to …
95,000+ Genesis Sedans Join Hyundai and Kia in Fire Risk Recall
Hyundai Motors has seen some challenges with its vehicles lately. The automaker has recalled several Hyundai and Kia models for fire risk. And now, the company’s luxury brand, Genesis, has added two of its models to the growing list of affected vehicles. The automaker has issued a recall for more than 95,000 Genesis G70 and G80 …
Why Does GM Have So Many Recalls?
When you have as many cars and trucks as GM, there are bound to be issues. GM did not act fast enough in some cases, but the company is working towards safer cars overall.
Why Does Toyota Have So Many Recalls?
Toyota sold 2,112,941 vehicles in 2020, but also recalled 1.8 million vehicles. One of the reasons for this is also the reason Toyota is an affordable brand.
1.9M Toyota RAV4 SUVs Are Being Investigated by the US Government for This Scary Reason
The RAV4 is one of the top-selling vehicles in the United States. But these days? Toyota’s bestselling SUV is being faced with some troubling news. Because, according to sources, the U.S. government is currently investigating complaints surrounding engine compartment fires in nearly 1.9 million Toyota RAV4 SUVs. The RAV4 is being investigated for a potential …
Recall Alert: Tesla Finally Caves to the Pressure and Recalls More than 130,000 Vehicles
It was just last month when the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) publicly called on Tesla to recall 158,716 of its electric vehicles. Now, Tesla is finally recalling 134,951 Model S and Model X vehicles for some serious touchscreen display issues that could reportedly result in the loss of several key features. Why are …
Car Companies Might Intentionally Report Recalls Late to Help Stock Prices, Study Shows
Car recalls aren’t uncommon, and most drivers accept them as part of owning a vehicle. However, for car companies and their shareholders, recalls can mean big hits to the bottom line. So it might not be surprising that a recent study shows automakers delay reporting recalls. Doing so skirts negative attention and, thus, avoids stock …
Fatal Volvo Airbag Incident Leads to 54,000-Vehicle Recall
Volvo is commonly known as the manufacturer of some of the safest cars on the road. However, the Swedish manufacturer has just recalled more than 54,000 cars due to a deadly airbag issue. The recall affects 2001-2003 S80 and S60 models sold in the U.S. According to Bloomberg, The faulty airbag equipment has unfortunately resulted …
Ford Recalls 375,000 Explorers After 13 Crashes and 6 Injuries
Got a 2013-2017 Ford Explorer? You may want to listen up because Ford just announced a recall that affects over 375,000 SUVs. The problem isn’t light either, given that suspension failures have been directly linked to at least 13 crashed and six injuries. Excessive corrosion is causing vital suspension components to fracture. According to Car …
Audi Recalls 94,000 Audi Q7 Models Over Head Injury Risk
Recall alert: Audi just recalled more than 94,000 Audi Q7 models. Find out why and what next steps for owners are here.
Recall Alert: Ferrari Has a Window Problem
The NHTSA and Ferrari have announced a recall. The recall involves rear windows are not bonding the way they should. 1,063 units are affected by the recall in the USA. What vehicle is part of the recall The 2018-2020 model years of the 812 Superfast are the subject of the recall. They were made between …
RV Recall Alert: NHTSA Says Some Motorhomes and Travel Trailers Need Repairs
There are a lot of people that enjoy the outdoors. During the global COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, many more people have taken to outdoor activities versus joining the masses in airports, bus depots, or train stations. So, many pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth-wheel, and motorhome have been purchased or cleaned off to get on the road. …
Is Your Boat on This Massive Recall List?
If you have a boat, you naturally want to stay on top of maintenance. Boating is one of those recreational activities that will come to an abrupt halt when there are any issues with your boat. Just like cars, trucks, SUVs, and RVs, boats are also susceptible to issues that require a recall. On the …
Recall Alert: Instrument Visibility and Poor Fuel Tank Attachments
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 …
Recall Alert: Over 87,000 Volvo XC60 Models Recalled Over One Simple Issue
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 …
Recall Alert: 186,233 Ram 1500 Pickup Trucks
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 …
Safety Recall — There’s an App for That
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 …
Recall Alert: Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator
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 …
Recalls: Sprinter Vans, Trailers, and a Tire
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 …
