Merecedes Benz will be recalling seventy one 2013 SLK250 and SLK350 compact roadster automobiles manufactured between October 2012 to November 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with an occupant classification system (OCS) that does not properly detect whether a child seat or a small person is sitting in the passenger seat. Continue reading
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Dodge Dart Stalling Problem
Chrysler will be recalling certain 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles equipped with 1.4L MultiAir turbo engines and dual dry clutch transmissions, because certain vehicles could experience engine stalls at start up and in cool weather. 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
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
Subaru Steering Could Disengage
Subaru will be asking approximately five thousand 2013 Legacy and 2013 Outback owners to bring their vehicles in for repairs to fix a problem with the steering column. 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
Lemon Alert! Maserati Suspension Problem
Maserati North America is recalling 7,438 luxury sport sedans, two door coupes, and sports cars for a problem with the suspension that could lead to the rear tie rod assemblies weakening and possibly failing. Continue reading
Toyota FJ Cruiser Lighting Problem
Toyota will be recalling approximately fifteen hundred 2007-2013 FJ Cruiser vehicles sold with Toyota’s auxiliary driving lamp kits mounted to the front bumper. These lights include two 55 watt bulbs which can be illuminated only with the vehicle’s upper headlamp beams, at the option of the driver. Continue reading