Posted in Safety, Recalls, Research, Automotive on Jul 4th, 2008
General Motors continues to be under investigation for the reports of engine fires in GM’s full-size SUVs and pickups since early this year.
The NHTSA said recently that it has upgraded the effort to an “engineering analysis” in an estimated 2.7 million vehicles. The investigation, which has not reached the recall stage, includes all of GM’s […]
Posted in Safety, Recalls, Automotive on Jun 19th, 2008
Volkswagen is recalling approximately 4,000 of its 2008 Passats and Passat Wagons, along with the 2009 Tiguan. The automaker will fix engine control module software that can trigger an unexpected increase in engine rpm, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Since the recall is a serious safety concern, dealers have been instructed to […]
Posted in Chrysler, Dodge, Recalls, Automotive on Jun 17th, 2008
Chrysler announced today that it is recalling 6,692 Dodge Journeys for possible engine fires.
The model being recalled has the 3.5-liter engine and the engine’s wiring harness could come into contact with the left transaxle mount and possibly start an engine fire, reports AutoWeek.
The Dodge Journey was released for sale in February and Chrysler sold 17,569 […]
Posted in Safety, Recalls, Automotive on May 20th, 2008
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 650,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks. The recall is to fix a faulty brake hose that could weaken brake power.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the company is officially recalling the 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4-liter three-valve engines. The brake hose […]
Posted in Lincoln, Ford, Recalls, Automotive on May 14th, 2008
Ford is recalling more than 650,000 F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles’ braking power, reports the AP.
Included in the recall are the 2005-2006 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. There have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries related to the problem, says […]
Saab is recalling 57,389 9-5 series cars from the 2002-’08 model years to install new A-pillar trim with “improved energy-absorbing capability.” The federal government reports that the affected vehicles failed to comply with one of the government requirements for occupant protection during “interior impact.”
The recall is not expected to kick off until September, according to […]
Posted in Toyota, SUV, Recalls, Automotive on May 5th, 2008
Toyota is recalling about 90,000 Highlander SUV’s in the U.S. There is a potential problem with the seat belt in a third-row seat. The seat belt might not properly secure a rear-facing child seat.
Toyota spokesman Bill Kwong said Friday the company had issued a stop sale of the 2008 Highlander SUV and hybrid version with […]
Posted in Recalls, Automotive on Apr 14th, 2008
Toyota Motor Corp and General Motors Corp announced that they are both recalling more than 662,000 vehicles sold in the United States. The reason for the recall is due to defects in power windows that are installed in vehicles from both brands.
On cars equipped with power windows, the driver and front passenger glass bolts may […]
Posted in Safety, Recalls, Automotive on Apr 8th, 2008
Chrysler is beginning a recall of 180,963 of its 2007 to 2008 Sebring and Dodge Avenger models in mid-April to fix an electrical problem that could trigger a variety of conditions. According to the federal government, “engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling” are some some of […]
Posted in Safety, Recalls, Automotive on Apr 8th, 2008
Volkswagen Group of America has issued a voluntary recall urging owners of gasoline-powered 1999-2005 Passats to take their vehicles into the dealership immediately, especially “if a fuel smell exists.” The recall involves up to 410,000 vehicles.
The reason official reason for the recall was stated as such: “Some vehicles equipped with 1.8T engines have a fuel […]