Mitsubishi has announced a recall for certain 2011 Outlander Sport SUVs manufactured between August 26, 2010 – March 29, 201. The recall comes after an investigation into customer complaints of the panoramic glass roof on their vehicles becoming detached. Continue reading
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Fire Hazard In Honda Fit Doors
Honda will be recalling certain 2007-2008 Honda Fit hatchback vehicles after investigating consumer complaints of door window switches overheating and catching fire.
The problem is the result of a previous recall repair that required attaching a protective plastic cover with butyl rubber adhesive to the exterior of the power window master switch. The cover was installed to provide protection from water intusion into the doors, but over time the plastic cover could start separation from the window switch surface allowing water to enter the switch. Water intrusion of the switch will cause it to overheat and could catch fire. Continue reading
Tesla Model S EV Recalled For Seats
Tesla has announced their first recall affecting certain 2013 Model S sports cars because of a possible installation defect that could cause the passenger seat to not stay in the upright position during hard braking or an accident. Continue reading
Honda Odyssey Airbags Investigated
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have opened a preliminary investigation into whether certain 2003-2004 Honda Odyssey Minivans should be recalled. There have already been six consumer complaints of sudden airbag deployment and forty one complaints alleging the vehicle’s air bag warning light illuminates intermittently. Continue reading
GM Airbag Recall Investigated Again
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are investigating whether General Motors (GM) should expand a recall for certain Buick and Chevrolet vehicles with airbags that do not deploy properly. Continue reading
Ford And Lincoln Fuel Tank Leaks
Ford has announced a recall for certain Ford and Lincoln vehicles after receiving 600 consumer complaints of fuel tank leaks. Approximately 400,000 vehicles are affected by the problem. Continue reading
Automakers and Dealers Oppose Rental Recall Bill
A Tuesday meeting of the senate, automobile manufacturers, and auto dealers resulted in a negotiation stalemate with the proposed new rental recall legislation that would prohibit automobile rental companies from renting or selling vehicles that have recalls on them. Continue reading
NTSB Recommends Lower Blood Alcohol Levels
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), approximately 10,000 people die in drinking and driving related crashes every year. In an attempt to reach a goal of zero alcohol and impaired related deaths, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are recommending that states implement laws that will work toward that goal. Continue reading
