General Motors (GM) will be recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Malibu sedans because the airbags may deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy at all. According to the recall report, the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) could reset itself after an event of hard breaking. If this occurs during an aggressive turning maneuver and then there is a rollover sensed, the roof rail airbags could deploy. The reset SDM could also impede the air bags and seat belt pretensioner from deploying during a severe crash. GM will be notifying customers starting in June, and dealers will reprogram the SDM to correct the problem. Owners wanting more information can contact Chevrolet at 1-800-263-3777 .
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Ford F150 Airbag Problem
Ford will be recalling certain 2012 F-150 trucks to replace the Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM). The OCSM is a system that classifies the size of the occupant in the passenger seat and deploys the airbag accordingly. In certain F-150 trucks, the incorrect software for the system may have been installed. The result would be the airbag not deploying properly increasing the risk of injury to the passenger. Ford will notify owners of the problem and will replace the OCSM free of charge. Owners wanting more information can contact the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
Nissan Quest Stalling Engine
Nissan is recalling certain 2011-2012 Nissan Quest minivans because the engine could stall unexpectedly. According to the recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), while idling or driving at slow speeds on an incline with ¼ tank or less of fuel, the engine could stall due to an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine. Nissan will be notifying owners starting in March, and dealers will correct the problem by reprogramming the fuel pump control module. Owners wanting more information on the problem can contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Hyundai And Kia Report Airbag Problems
Hyundai is recalling some 2007-2008 Veracruz and 2007-2008 Santa Fe vehicles for a problem with the drivers side air bag. In the report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Hyundai said that over time, the clock spring contact assembly in the system could develop a high resistance. The high resistance could result in the air bag not deploying properly or not deploying at all. Owners wanting more information can contact Hyundai customer connect center at 1-800-633-5151.
Kia has also reported problems with air bags in some 2007-2008 Sorento cars. The problem is being blamed on the programming of the occupant classification system (OCS). The system is set up to turn the air bags off when there is a child stitting in the seat. The OCS could misclassify the size of the occupant in the passenger seat, leaving them without air bag protection. Owners wanting more information can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.
GM Recalls 2011 Cadillac SRX For Air Bags
General Motors has announced a recall for certain 2011 Cadillac SRX crossover vehicles for failing to meet the requirements of the vehicle safety standards for occupant crash protection. The problem is being blamed on a programing error that turns off the right side roof rail airbag if the passenger sensing system does not sense that the front passenger seat is occupied. Safety standards state that in the event of an accident, the front passenger seat airbag should deploy to protect the rear occupant. Cadillac SRX owners receiving the recall can bring in their vehicles to dealers who will reprogram the sensing and diagnostic module free of charge. For more information contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or go to the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Volvo Recalls S60 For Fuel Issues
Volvo has announced a recall that will affect some 2012 S60 passenger cars manufactured between November 2010 to May 2011. The fuel pump software may not be compatible with the installed fuel pump resulting in insufficient fuel transfer in the pump unit. Volvo S60 owners may notice engine hesitation and possible stalling under certain driving conditions. Owner wanting more information about this recall can contact Volvo at 1-201-768-7300.
In 2009 Volvo has issued recalls for their 2010 XC60, 2009-2010 XC70, and 2008-2010 S80 models for similar problem with the fuel pump and the fuel pump software.
Nissan Leaf Electric Car Experiences Restart Problems
Complaints of starting issues for the Nissan Leaf has prompted an investigation into the electronics of this all electric car. The problem has been traced back to the Leaf’s air conditioning unit, but it is not known if it is a defective component or a problem with the programming of the system. Because the safety of the vehicle is not affected, the decision to issue a recall will not be made until the source of the problem has been identified.
