Drivers of certain 2012-2013 Toyota sedans could experience unexpected airbag warning lights and the possible loss of power steering assist function, due to water from the air conditioning condenser unit leaking onto the vehicles airbag control module. According to an announcement on Toyota’s website, approximately 803,000 vehicles could be affected by this problem. Continue reading
Is Your Jeep Experiencing Transmission Problems?
It has been over three months since Chrysler’s new 2014 Jeep Cherokee crossover vehicle went into production, but if you are looking to purchase one, you will not find it at any of your local Jeep dealerships. According to the automobile manufacturer, technicians are still trying to resolve transmission problems with the programming of the new nine speed system. The company said they will not be shipping any Cherokee’s until they are fully satisfied that the vehicle will meet customer’s expectations for performance and quality. Continue reading
Japanese Auto Parts Manufacturers Fined For Price Fixing
Japanese auto parts maker, Takata Corporation, is the latest parts manufacturer to be charged in one of the largest criminal antitrust investigations, according to the U.S. Justice Department. The inquiry into price-fixing auto parts between worldwide manufacturers began back in January 2000 and is estimated to have resulted in more than $1.6 billion in fines since 2011. The investigation covers over a dozen separate conspiracies involving over thirty different auto parts affecting Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru and Toyota. Continue reading
Toyota Sedan Faulty Wiper Switches
Toyota will be recalling approximately ten thousand 2013 and 2014 model sedans for faulty windshield wiper switches that could short and leave drivers without windshield wipers. Continue reading
GM Pickup Truck Seat Failure
General Motors is recalling almost twenty thousand 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and 2014 GMC Sierra full size pickup trucks because the front seats may not meet the federal safety standards for seat protection. Continue reading
2014 Chevy Sonic Fuel Tank Problem
General Motors will be recalling certain 2013-2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles for a problem with the gas tank mounting straps that could lead to the fuel tank separating from the vehicle. There have been no accidents, fires, or injuries related to the issue. Approximately 1,600 vehicles are affected by this problem. Continue reading
Tesla Model S Fire Hurts Shares
As Tesla prepares to increase production of their Model S sports car as well as introduce other electric vehicles, a fire that destroyed a Model S on Tuesday outside Seattle, has Tesla Motors chairman, CEO and co-founder Elon Musk defending the safety of electric cars. Continue reading
Mazda6 Loose Door Latches
Mazda is recalling certain 2009-2013 Mazda6 family cars manufactured February 4, 2008 to August 24, 2012 because the door latch mounting screws could become loose. The NHTSA campaign number is 13V-425. Approximately 161, 400 vehicles could be affected by the problem. Continue reading
