Chrysler Group LLC have filed a defect and noncompliance report with the NHTSA for a safety defect found in certain 2013 Chrysler 300, 2013 Dodge Charger, and 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 cars and trucks. The vehicles affected are equipped with ZF all wheel drive (AWD) 8HP45 transmissions. Continue reading
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2013 BMW X3 Airbag Safety Problem
BMW will be contacting a small number of 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicle owners to alert them about a manufacturing error affecting airbag deployment. According to reports filed with the NHTSA, three of the crossover vehicles, assembled between February 11, 2013 through February 27, 2013 were fitted with an instrument panel that may have been incorrectly manufactured. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 13V-570. Continue reading
2014 Acura MDX Drive Shaft Failure
Honda has identified a problem with certain 2014 Acura MDX AWD mid-size luxury crossover SUV’s, which could result in the drive shaft bolts loosening, possibly allowing the shaft to detach. In support of this recall, service bulletin 13-042 has been posted on Honda’s Integrated Service Information System (ISIS) which includes inspection, repair, parts, and warranty information related to this campaign. Continue reading
Engine Failure In Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep Vehicles
Warranty claims over engine durability of certain 2014 Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles has resulted in Chrysler identifying a problem in certain 2.4L engines. The problem could lead to loss of engine oil pressure and failure of the engine’s main bearings. Chrysler’s campaign number is N52 and the NHTSA Campaign Number is 13V-552. Continue reading
Harley Davidson Motorcycle Clutch Does Not Disengage
Harley Davidson (HD) has identified two problems affecting the power train in certain 2014 FLH-Series motorcycles. According to the report filed with the NHTSA, certain units may have an incorrectly manufactured clutch master cylinder that could allow air to to get into the system. Additionally, the motorcycles may have been fitted with the incorrect clutch release plate. Both problem could prevent the clutch from disengaging, making it difficult for the rider to slow or stop the motorcycle. Continue reading
Porsche Deactivated Airbags And Inaccurate Fuel Readings
Owners of certain Porsche sports cars and mid-size luxury crossovers will be notified by the automobile manufacturer to take their automobiles in for repairs. Porsche has identified two separate problems affecting airbags and the fuel systems in approximately 288 vehicles. Continue reading
Ford Repairs Focus Electric Vehicles For Stalling
After a short investigation into stalling Ford Focus electric vehicles, the automobile manufacturer has identified a problem that will have 2,456 owners taking their cars in for repairs. The investigation began last month after drivers complained about vehicles unexpectedly shutting down at speeds of 30 mph or more. Continue reading
2013 Ford Escape Fuel And Oil Leaks
Ford has identified two problems affecting certain 2013 Escape sport utility vehicles (SUV’s) equipped with 1.6L engines. According to reports filed with the NHTSA, the defects could lead to fuel leaks and oil leaks which could result in fire in the presence of an ignition source. Continue reading
