Automobile Safety – Page 21 – California Lemon Law blog

After receiving complaints of decreased brake effectiveness in certain 2009-2012 Genesis Sedans, Hyundai has identified the problem as corrosion in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module.

The subject vehicles may have been filled with a brake fluid with insufficient corrosion inhibitors. Over time, the problem could lead to a gel buildup on the HECU module’s valves resulting in a soft brake pedal and reduced braking effectiveness. Increased stopping distances can substantially increase the risk of an accident. Continue reading →

A recent investigation by Channel 2 Action News in Atlanta, has found that millions of potentially dangerous recalled tires are still being sold in stores across the United States. Continue reading →

BMW has identified a breaking problem in certain 2014 sedans and sports cars which could lead to the failure of the brake vacuum pump and loss of brake assist. The automobile manufacturer will be contacting approximately 76,000 vehicle owners with information about the issue and how to get it repaired. (NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V-454). Continue reading →

Do you smell gas fumes while driving your car? After receiving several complaints for fuel smells and leaks in certain 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles, Volkswagen has concluded that a safety concern exists. Approximately 3,594 vehicles could be affected by this problem. Continue reading →

Difficult shifting in certain 2008-2013 Mitsubishi Lancer compact cars has lead the automobile manufacturer to notify owners to take their vehicles in for repairs. The problem is being blamed on a failing clutch master cylinder and affects 10,474 cars manufactured between December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. (NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V-446) Continue reading →

Is your 2013 Ford F150 pickup experiencing reduced power during hard acceleration?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have opened a preliminary evaluation (PE13-018) to investigate 95 reports alleging reduced engine power during hard acceleration in certain 2011 through 2013 Ford F150 trucks equipped with 3.5L gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engines. Continue reading →

Nissan has identified a breaking issue in certain Nissan and Infiniti sport utility vehicle’s (SUV’s) and are asking customers to bring in their automobiles to have their Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) reprogrammed. The vehicles experiencing this problem include Infiniti’s 2013 JX35 and 2014 QX60 as well as Nissan’s 2013-2014 Pathfinder. Approximately 152,000 vehicles could be affected. (NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V-445) Continue reading →

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 →

Tag Archives: Automobile Safety

Excessive Brake Pedal Travel In 2012 Hyundai Genesis Sedans

Defective Automobile Tires Could Still Be On The Road

Brake Assist Problems In Certain 2014 BMW Cars

Fuel Smell Safety Concerns In 2014 Audi S6 And S7 Luxury Sedans

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Difficult Shifting

2013 Ford F150 Turbo Power Loss During Acceleration

2014 Nissan Pathfinder Increased Braking Distances

Airbag Warning Lights On Toyota Sedans