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
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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
Electrical Short Reduces Visibility In Toyota Avalon, Camry, & Corolla Cars
During a routine manufacturing inspection of certain Avalon, Camry, and Corolla cars, Toyota found a number of the vehicles in which the wiper function would become inoperative. After an investigation, Toyota has identified a problem with the windshield wiper switch and will be asking owners to take their vehicles into their nearest Toyota repair facility to have the problem fixed. Approximately 9,795 vehicles could be affected by this problem. Continue reading
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Electrical Problem
General Motor’s have identified an electrical installation error in certain 2013 Chevy Malibu sedans equipped with an eight way power front seat and passenger seat options. The wiring harness in these vehicles may have been installed poorly and could chafe against the seat frame, eventually wearing through the wires insulation. A short in the electrical system could result in unintended movement of the seat, sparking, intermittent lighting, melted wiring, smoke or a fire. Continue reading
Dodge Ram Truck Tie Rod Failure
Chrysler has identified a problem in certain 2006-2012 Dodge Ram trucks that could lead to failure of the tie rod assembly and loss of steering control. The automobile manufacturer is aware of six accidents and two injuries involving 2008-2012 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups. Continue reading
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan Exterior Lighting Malfunction
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have opened a preliminary investigation into certain 2009-20111 Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUV’s after receiving twenty six (26) complaints of exterior lighting problems. Continue reading
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Loss Of ABS And ESC
Chrysler will be notifying owners of certain 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV’s about a problem that could lead to loss of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) functions. Chrysler’s recall campaign number is N58 and the NHTSA Campaign Number is 13V-483. Approximately 91,559 vehicles could be affected by this problem. Continue reading
Excessive Brake Pedal Travel In 2012 Hyundai Genesis Sedans
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
