Has Your Vehicle Been Recalled? Here’s How You Can Find Out
A record 51.26 million vehicle recalls were issued in 2015, led by notices for defective Takata airbags.That number may continue to rise, as industry experts have forecast more frequent and larger auto recalls in the future due to increased scrutiny by federal regulators and an increase in the number of public complaints.While manufacturers are required … Continue reading Has Your Vehicle Been Recalled? Here’s How You Can Find Out
Airbag Recall Rises to 34 Million; How to Check If Yours Is Affected
Japanese airbag maker Takata announced in mid-May that it is almost doubling the size of its recall for faulty airbags to a total of about 34 million vehicles — equal to roughly 1-of-7 vehicles on U.S. roads.According to CNN, it’s now the largest auto recall in history and one of the largest consumer products recalls … Continue reading Airbag Recall Rises to 34 Million; How to Check If Yours Is Affected
Do Your Vehicle’s Air Bags Need to be Replaced?
As many as 11 million vehicles in the U.S. could have potentially dangerous air bags. Are you driving one of them?If you’re not sure, that’s understandable.It’s been more than 19 months since Japanese auto parts manufacturer Takata first announced the potentially life-threatening fault with air bags it manufactured 2002-08, and a lot of information — some … Continue reading Do Your Vehicle’s Air Bags Need to be Replaced?
Chrysler Recalls 503,000 Vehicles
Dodge and Jeep announced two recalls today affecting 503,000 vehicles: 2010-2014 model year Dodge Ram diesel trucks with 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engines are being recalled due to an overheating problem; and 2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs are being recalled due to stability controls that might not work. Learn more: https://usat.ly/1E1sWu
Chrysler Recalling Jeep Patriot, Compass and Wrangler SUVs
Chrysler is recalling model year 2010-2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass SUVs to fix a sensor-activated restraint system and model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wrangler SUVs to address concerns that a power steering component may cause premature wear by rubbing against a transmission oil cooler line.\n\nThe company is challenging the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recent request … Continue reading Chrysler Recalling Jeep Patriot, Compass and Wrangler SUVs
Ford Recalling 465,000 of Its 2013 Model Year Vehicles
Ford is recalling 465,000 of its 2013 model year cars due to concerns that a fuel tank leak could result in a fire. The recall includes Ford Explorer, Flex, Fusion, Interceptor Sedan, Interceptor Utility, and Taurus; and Lincoln MKZ, MKS and MKT.\n\nFord said some owners won’t be notified about replacement parts until September due to … Continue reading Ford Recalling 465,000 of Its 2013 Model Year Vehicles
More Frequent Oil Changes Needed, GM Tells 778,956 Car Owners
General Motors is notifying owners of almost 779,000 vehicles that their vehicles may need oil changes more frequently than their onboard oil monitoring systems are telling them. The company is asking owners of 2010-12 Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and Buick Lacrosse and Regal models with 2.4-liter LAF and LEA four-cylinder engines to take those vehicles … Continue reading More Frequent Oil Changes Needed, GM Tells 778,956 Car Owners
Toyota, Honda and Nissan Recalling 3.4 Million Vehicles
Six automakers, including Toyota, Honda and Nissan, are recalling almost 3.4 million vehicles due to concerns about defective passenger side airbags. Learn more: https://cbsn.ws/YetWp7
Honda Recalling 2002-2006 CR-V for Fire Risk
Honda is recalling certain model year 2002 – 2006 CR-V vehicles. In announcing the recall, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) noted that the “driver-side power window switch may fail or melt.”\n\nAccording to BloombergBusinessweek, “Honda said rain or other liquids could enter through a driver’s open window and damage the master power switch on … Continue reading Honda Recalling 2002-2006 CR-V for Fire Risk
NHTSA Investigating Potential Nissan Versa Air Bag Problem
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a potential problem with air bags in the 2012 Nissan Versa. According to reports, a damaged cable assembly cable could prevent the air bag from deploying in a crash.\n\n”Such investigations can lead to recalls,” CBS MoneyWatch notes. “The Versa has not been recalled so far.” The … Continue reading NHTSA Investigating Potential Nissan Versa Air Bag Problem
