Chrysler has alerted the NHTSA about a problem in certain 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and 2012-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles which could result in drivers experiencing longer stopping distances than expected. They will be asking owners to return their SUV’s to a manufacturer approved repair facility to have the problem fixed. Chrysler’s recall number is P05 and the NHTSA campaign number is 14V-104. Continue reading
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2011 Audi A4 California Lemon Law Buyback
A previous client who lives in Los Angeles contacted us a couple of months ago. We helped him 6 years ago with a buyback under the California lemon law because his Chrysler was a lemon. When he started having problems with his 2011 Audi A4, he knew what to do immediately…Call the Law Offices of Delsack and Associates. 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
Brake Assist Problems In Certain 2014 BMW Cars
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
2014 Nissan Pathfinder Increased Braking Distances
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
2012 Chevy Cruze Brake Assist Problem
General Motors will be recalling certain 2011-2012 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles equipped with 1.4L DOHC gasoline turbo engines and 6T40 front wheel drive automatic transmissions because the vehicles could experience an intermittent reduction or loss of brake assist. (The NHTSA Campaign Number is 13V360000) Continue reading
GM SUV Rear Brake Caliper Bolts
General Motors (GM) is recalling a small number of 2014 GMC and Chevrolet SUVs because these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) for vehicle brake systems. The vehicles were manufactured between July 09, 2013 to July 22.2013. GM’s recall number is 13247. Continue reading
