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• Maserati Recalls Quattroporte and Ghibli Over Fuel Leaks More than 2,700 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli cars recalled to fix leaking fuel line connectors.

  

  Dec 31, 2017 — Maserati is recalling more than 2,741 model year 2018 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli cars at risk of fires due to fuel lines that can leak at the connections. About 1,406 recalled cars are in the U.S, 86 are in Canada and the rest are outside North America. Maserati opened an investigation as a result of two incidents during testing where fuel leaks were discovered. Engineers determined chips on the metal fuel line pipe ends caused leaks where the metal ...

• Toyota and Lexus Vehicles Recalled to Replace Load Labels Toyota recalls Sienna, Tacoma, 4Runner, Tundra, Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX 460.

  

  Dec 31, 2017 — Toyota is recalling nearly 650 vehicles that may have incorrect load carrying capacity labels that can be found in the driver’s door jamb. The label shows the amount of reduced carrying capacity caused by any vehicle modifications. Recalled are the following Toyota and Lexus vehicles and the number of recalled models. 2017 Toyota Sienna - 1 2017 Toyota Tacoma - 34 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner - 24 2017-2018 Toyota Tundra - 543 2018 Toyota ...

• Audi Recalls A5 to Fix Head Curtain Airbag Problems Audi recalls 8,000 A5 coupes because the head curtain airbags have too much fabric on them.

  

  Dec 30, 2017 — Audi is recalling more than 8,000 model year 2018 Audi A5 coupes just days before year 2018 appears on the calendar. The automaker says the cars were built with head curtain airbag assemblies that may fail to unfold properly in a crash. Audi says the curtain airbags can get caught on the trim of the A-pillars due to excess fabric on the airbags. Tests were conducted that showed abnormalities in the way the head curtain airbags deployed even though previous ...

• 2005 Dodge Dakota Recalled Over Heated Seats Chrysler recalls 2005 Dodge Dakota trucks after reports of heated seats causing burn holes and fires

  

  Dec 27, 2017 — Model year 2005 Dodge Dakota heated seats are at the root of a recall of nearly 17,000 trucks at risk of hot spots, burn holes and fires. Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) says the Dakota trucks have driver and passenger heated seats that need to have their seat heating system controls updated to prevent occupants and their clothing from being burned. Owners of the 2005 Dodge Dakota trucks complain about burned clothing and being told by Chrysler to take up the matter ...

• Aston Martin Recalls DB9, DBS, Rapide, Vanquish and Virage Aston Martin recalls 5,500 cars over rollaway dangers and damaged battery cables.

  

  Dec 25, 2017 — Aston Martin has ordered two recalls that include about 5,500 cars, some models that will set you back up to $300,000 each. Aston Martin DB9, DBS, Rapide, Virage and Vanquish Problems that can cause the cars to roll away have caused the recall of about 3,500 of the following vehicles equipped with a 6-speed Touchtronic II automatic transmissions: 2009-2016 Aston Martin DB9 2009-2012 Aston Martin DBS 2010-2015 Aston Martin Rapide 2012 Aston ...

• Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe Sports to Replace Side Airbags Side curtain airbag diffuser can detach from side airbag inflator and become a projectile.

  

  Dec 25, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling more than 1,200 model year 2018 Santa Fe Sport SUVs because of problems with the side curtain airbags. Hyundai joins Ford and Kia in recalling vehicles because of airbag inflator diffusers that weren't manufactured to specification and can detach from the inflators when the side airbags deploy. The side curtain airbag probably won't deploy properly to be able to protect an occupant. In addition, Hyundai says it can't guarantee the ...

• Mazda B-Series Trucks Recalled Again to Replace Airbags Mazda B-series trucks will have their Takata passenger airbag inflators for second time.

  

  Dec 24, 2017 — Nearly 20,000 model year 2004-2006 Mazda B-series trucks are recalled (again) to replace Takata airbag inflators, allegedly for the last time. The trucks have been recalled before because of the airbags, but Mazda replaced the Takata airbag inflators with the same type of inflators that contained ammonium nitrate without a drying agent. Ammonium nitrate is the chemical in Takata airbags that creates what should be a small explosion to deploy the airbags in a ...

• Chrysler Recalls 1.8 Million Ram Trucks To Fix Rollaway Dangers Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks have gear shifters that may accidently move out of PARK.

  

  Dec 22, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling about 1.8 million Ram trucks with gear shifter problems that may be connected to at least seven injuries. Included in the recall are 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 chassis cabs and 2016-2017 Ram 3500 chassis cabs with a gross weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. Additionally, certain 2009-2017 Ram 1500 pickups are also included. However, all 2017 trucks built after December 31, 2016, ...

• Ford Recalls Ranger Trucks To Get Rid of Takata Airbags Ford recalls 361,000 model year 2004-2006 Rangers that were already recalled to fix airbag troubles.

  

  Dec 21, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 361,000 Ranger trucks once again to replace Takata airbags, and this time is supposed to be the last time. All the 2004-2006 Ranger trucks were recalled in the past to replace Takata airbags, but Ford says this latest recall involves the permanent remedy. The passenger-side Takata airbags are dangerous because they contain a chemical called ammonium nitrate, meant to create a small quick explosion to deploy the airbags in a crash. ...

• Ford Recalls 2018 Mustangs to Fix Instrument Clusters More than 2,100 model year 2018 Ford Mustangs recalled to update instrument cluster software.

  

  Dec 20, 2017 — Model year 2018 Ford Mustangs are recalled because of problems with the premium instrument clusters that can fail to illuminate in certain situations. Ford says more than 2,100 Mustangs equipped with automatic transmissions are affected. If a driver turns off the car with the transmission in anything other than PARK, the instrument cluster can fail to illuminate the display. In addition, the driver won't receive a warning chime that should activate to warn a ...

• Ford Recalls Escape SUVs to Fix Side Curtain Airbags Ford recalls 10,150 model year 2018 Escapes after problems found with side curtain airbags.

  

  Dec 19, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 10,150 model year 2018 Escape SUVs to fix problems with the side curtain airbags. Ford was contacted last month by the side curtain airbag supplier (Autoliv) concerning a test that showed a problem, something the supplier believed was caused by something called the "top hat diffuser" located in the airbag module. Ford says the metal wasn't formed properly and can cause the diffuser on the side airbag to detach from the inflator ...

• Kia Sorento Recalled to Replace Side Curtain Airbags Kia recalls 2,000 model year 2018 Sorento SUVs to replace side airbags that can fail in a crash.

  

  Dec 19, 2017 — Kia is recalling more than 2,000 model year 2018 Kia Sorento SUVs to replace the driver and passenger side curtain airbags. The inflator in the side curtain airbag module is equipped with a "top hat diffuser" that may not have been formed properly during manufacturing. If the side curtain airbag deploys in a crash, the airbag may not deploy correctly to protect an occupant in a crash. The diffuser can also detach and hit occupants when the airbags ...

• Audi Recalls A6 and A7 Cars to Fix Gas Line Leaks Audi says A6 and A7 cars have fuel lines that can weaken and leak fuel, leading to fires.

  

  Dec 18, 2017 — Audi is recalling 48,600 model year 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 cars after the automaker received reports of cars leaking fuel. The fuel lines were manufactured with compression points to make it easier to install the lines. But the compression points can weaken and if the lines leak gasoline near ignition sources, complaining about smelling gas may be the least of your problems. The problem goes back to 2013 when A6 and A7 cars with 3-liter TFSI engines started ...

• Hyundai Elantra Brake Light Switch Recall For 390,400 Cars Hyundai recalls 390,400 Elantra cars over brake pedal stop pads and brake light switches.

  

  Dec 14, 2017 — A Hyundai brake light switch and pedal stop pad recall has been ordered as an extension of a 2016 recall for the same problem. The automaker says more than 390,400 model year 2013-2014 Elantra sedan, coupe and GT cars are affected by this latest action. In 2016, Hyundai recalled 64,500 model year 2013 Elantra cars because of the brake light switches and brake pedal stopper pads. The automaker continued to monitor reports from the field and in the second ...

• Southeast Toyota Recalls 4Runners to Fix Grilles SET recalls 431 Toyota 4Runner SUVs because the billet grille overlays can detach.

  

  Dec 14, 2017 — Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) is recalling 431 model year 2015-2018 Toyota 4Runner SUVs equipped with billet grille overlays. The only vehicles affected by the recall had the overlays installed by SET or provided by SET and installed by SET dealers. Southeast Toyota says the U-nuts that attach the overlay grilles can break and cause the grille overlays to detach from the 4Runners. Southeast Toyota expects the recall to begin January 26, 2018. Dealers ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 2018 Atlas to Replace Gas Tanks VW Atlas has gas tanks that aren't thick enough and can leak fuel.

  

  Dec 14, 2017 — Volkswagen says 58 model year 2018 Atlas SUVs are recalled because the gas tanks can leak fuel and cause fires. VW says the tanks were built with walls that aren't think enough, so the tanks will need to be replaced. The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas recall will begin December 29, 2017. If you own one of the SUVs and smell fuel, contact your dealership immediately or call 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 20AQ. CarComplaints.com has complaints you can ...

• Kia Forte Brake Light Switch Recall Issued Kia recalls 134,300 Kia Forte and Forte Koup cars for brake light and pedal problems.

  

  Dec 13, 2017 — A Kia Forte brake light switch recall has been ordered for more than 134,300 model year 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup cars, adding to a list of recalls the automaker has issued in the past related to brake light problems. The problem is caused by the material used to make the brake pedal stopper pad that is located between the brake light switch and the brake pedal arm. Kia says the material can fall apart over time and allow the brake light switch plunger ...

• Bugatti Chiron Recalled: Flying Doctors to the Rescue Paying up to $3 million for your car means no trips to the dealership for recall repairs.

  

  Dec 10, 2017 — Bugatti is recalling 47 model year 2017-2018 Chiron cars because driving with loose front seats at 260 mph could be dangerous. The automaker says the front seat recliner brackets may not be welded properly, which can cause the back of the seats to move around when they shouldn't. The $2.8 million cars can hit about 125 mph in less than 6.5 seconds, but don't think you can simply hit the highway and go as fast as you want because the Chiron has software that ...

• Jeep Compass SUVs Recalled Over Lighting Problem Chrysler recalls 25,800 Jeep Compass SUVs to fix instrument panel backlighting.

  

  Dec 7, 2017 — FCA US (Chrysler) is recalling more than 25,800 model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass SUVs because of problems with the instrument panel backlighting. Chrysler says the lighting cannot be adjusted, a violation of federal safety regulations that say the backlights must have two levels of brightness. The standards were created because drivers may have more difficulty seeing at night if the instrument panel lights are too bright for the driving ...

• BMW Recalls 3,100 Vehicles to Fix Instrument Panel Lights 2018 BMW 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 and X3 xDrive 30i have lighting issues.

  

  Dec 7, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 3,100 vehicles because of problems with the illumination of the instrument panel lights. Just as with many recalls from automakers, this one is because of software that contains coding errors. The 2018 BMW 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2 and X3 xDrive 30i will need to be taken to dealers to have the software updated. The problem was first noticed at a BMW assembly plant concerning the illumination of the instrument ...

• Ram ProMaster Vans Recalled to Fix Airbag Problems Fiat Chrysler recalls Ram ProMaster vans after finding incorrect rivets can cause airbag failures.

  

  Dec 5, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 3,500 model year 2018 Ram ProMaster vans with side airbags that may not deploy correctly in a side-impact crash. FCA found a ProMaster van with a front door impact pressure sensor that had a fractured housing, so engineers opened an investigation and found problems with the installation of the sensor. Chrysler says the rivet expands within the plastic attachment of the sensor and causes the sensor housing to ...

• Mercedes Recalls GLC300, GLC43, G550, G63 and G65 Mercedes-Benz recalls 17,400 vehicles in 2 recalls for sunroof and software problems.

  

  Dec 4, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 17,400 vehicles in two separate recalls, one recall to fix sunroof panels that can fly off the vehicles, and the other recall to fix dangerous problems that could force a driver to shift into NEUTRAL just to get the vehicle stopped. Mercedes-Benz GLC300, GLC300 4Matic and GLC43 AMG Nearly 9,400 model year 2017-2018 GLC300, GLC300 4Matic and GLC43 AMG vehicles are recalled to fix sunroofs that can detach and fly away. The ...

• BMW Recalls 2014-2018 i3 Electric and Hybrid Cars About 32,000 BMW i3 cars have issues with the crash protection for small adult drivers.

  

  Dec 2, 2017 — BMW is recalling 32,000 model year 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid cars because of problems discovered during a crash test. BMW says a small adult driver not wearing a seat belt is at an increased risk of a neck injury in a frontal crash. In April 2017, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted a test of a 2016 BMW i3 concerning how a small adult driver would be protected in a crash if they were not wearing a seat belt. NHTSA ...

• Ford Recalls 202,000 Explorer SUVs and F-150 Trucks Ford Explorer and Ford F-150 recalled to fix problems with loose front seat cushions.

  

  Dec 1, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 202,000 model year 2016 Ford Explorer SUVs and Ford F-150 trucks because the front power seat cushions can loosen and cause problems in a crash. About 177,000 of the recalled vehicles are in the U.S., another 22,620 are in Canada and nearly 2,400 are recalled in Mexico. Ford says upper left-hand pivot bolts can loosen and fall out of the front power seat adjusters, leaving the front seat cushions to move around in a crash. However, ...

• Ford Recalls 2018 Expedition, 2017 F-53 and F-59 2018 Ford Expedition SUVs and Ford F-53/F-59 vehicles included in 2 recalls.

  

  Dec 1, 2017 — Ford is recalling its 2018 Expedition SUVs because of seat and bolt problems on the same day the automaker recalled other models for their own bolt problems . Ford says 566 Expeditions have second-row seat tracks with bolts that weren't installed correctly. The bolts are used to attach the seatbacks to the seat bases. The problem is caused by latches that aren't in the proper position and can allow the second-row seats to be positioned forward of where they ...

• Mazda Recalls 2017 CX-5 SUVs to Fix Trailer Hitch Harnesses Mazda recalls nearly 1,100 CX-5 SUVs because the trailer hitch wire harnesses can short-circuit.

  

  Nov 30, 2017 — A recall of nearly 1,100 model year 2017 Mazda CX-5 SUVs has been issued to fix problems related to trailer hitch wire harnesses. The CX-5s are equipped with accessory trailer hitch harnesses that aren't routed correctly. Mazda says the harness is too close to the main exhaust silencer which can cause the silencer to touch the harness and damage it, possibly causing a short-circuit in the wiring. The attached trailer can lose the tail lights and turn ...

• Mazda Recalls Mazda3 Cars At Risk of Stalling Mazda recalls 144 model year Mazda3 cars equipped with the wrong exhaust valve springs.

  

  Nov 30, 2017 — Mazda is recalling 144 model year 2018 Mazda3 cars that may have the wrong exhaust valve springs installed in the engine cylinder heads. A driver may hear an abnormal noise, feel vibrations and see illuminated warning lights. If the problem continues, the engine will stall when the exhaust valve spring breaks, resulting in a no-start condition. The automaker says no crashes or injuries have been reported and no one has reported they lost control of a ...

• Honda Recalls 2017 Civics With Bad Driveshafts Honda Civics recalled after right driveshaft breaks during routine testing.

  

  Nov 30, 2017 — Honda is recalling more than 5,400 model year 2017 Civics with right driveshafts that can break and leave the cars without propulsion. The Civics are equipped with 1.5-liter engines and automatic continuously variable transmissions with driveshafts that can break and leave the cars without motive power. In addition, not using the parking brake when the car is parked can allow the car to roll away. Honda says the problem was discovered in September during a ...

• Subaru Recalls 2018 Crosstreks Over Floor Mats That Move Subaru recalls 2,300 Crosstreks after floor mats move and interfere

  

  Nov 27, 2017 — A 2018 Subaru Crosstrek recall has been issued to fix floor mats that can move out of position and interfere with the gas or brake pedals. The automaker likely has visions of Toyota's floor mat problems and will want to get the 2,300 recalled Crosstreks repaired as soon as possible. Subaru says the wrong floor mat retention brackets were installed on the vehicles, allowing the mats to trap or interfere with pedal functions. A floor mat stuck under a brake ...

• FCA Recalls 2018 Jeep Compass SUVs to Fix Airbags Chrysler recalls Jeep Compass SUVs because loose fasteners in airbag modules can cause trouble.

  

  Nov 23, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling at least 8,000 model year 2018 Jeep Compass SUVs to replace their front passenger-side airbags. FCA says about 7,000 of the SUVs are in the hands of U.S. customers, 1,000 are outside the U.S. and others are with dealerships. Chrysler says a supplier may have manufactured the airbag modules with loose fasteners and some of those modules were used in 2018 Compass SUVs. The automaker believes less than one percent of the SUVs ...

• Blank Instrument Clusters Cause Jaguar Land Rover Recall Jaguar Land Rover recalls 29,000 vehicles with instrument clusters that go blank while driving.

  

  Nov 22, 2017 — Jaguar Land Rover is recalling about 29,000 vehicles with instrument clusters that can go blank, come back on and go blank again. Recalled are the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport, 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, and the 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE. Jaguar Land Rover opened an internal investigation in October after reports of instrument clusters going blank while driving 2017 Range Rovers and Range Rover Sports. The instruments ...

• Nissan Versa Coil Spring Recall Expanded Nissan Versa hatchback coil spring recall ordered after corrosion causes springs to break.

  

  Nov 19, 2017 — Nissan Versa hatchback coil springs have caused a recall of more than 1,100 model year 2012 cars because of corrosion from road salt. The regional Versa hatchback recall is related to a 2015 recall of 218,000 model year 2007-2012 Nissan Versa sedans for the exact same coil spring problems. The 2015 recall was announced after the government started investigating coil springs in Versa cars . One Nissan Versa owner said the coil spring broke and cut the inner ...

• Honda Odyssey Second-Row Seat Problems Injure 46 Honda recalls 800,000 Odyssey minivans after second-row seat latches cause the seats to move forward

  

  Nov 18, 2017 — A 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey second-row seat recall will see about 800,000 minivans in the U.S. repaired for seat latch problems that have injured at least 46 people. Honda says the rear seat can tip forward if the second-row seat isn't properly latched in place after adjusting it side-to-side or when re-installing a seat that has been removed. The automaker says all that is needed to tip a seat forward is for a driver to moderately hit the brakes. While 46 ...

• Mitsubishi Mirage Recalled Because All 7 Airbags Can Fail Mitsubishi recalls 83,500 Mirage cars because sensor errors can cause all the airbags to fail.

  

  Nov 18, 2017 — Mitsubishi is recalling 83,500 model year 2014-2018 Mirage cars for computer and sensor problems that can keep the airbags (all seven of them) from deploying in a crash. Mitsubishi says the acceleration sensor in the safety restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ECU) can misread vibrations to the car. A flat tire, driving on bad roads or other conditions can cause the system to read things as a sensor error, disabling the airbags. The sensor has a ...

• GM Recalls Chevy Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 About 35,300 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks recalled to fix gas tank issues.

  

  Nov 16, 2017 — General Motors is recalling about 35,300 model year 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The only trucks affected are Silverado 3500 and Sierra 3500 chassis cab trucks without a bed and intended for modifications and commercial use. The trucks have front gas tank fuel sensors used to indicate when fuel levels are low, sensors that can get stuck and cause the rear tanks to overfill from the front tanks. ...

• Nissan Rogues Recalled To Fix Rear Seat Problems Nissan recalls Rogue SUVs after supplier messes up welding job related to rear seats.

  

  Nov 16, 2017 — Nissan is recalling nearly 4,900 Rogue SUVs to repair problems related to the rear seats. The 2016-2017 Nissan Rogues have recliner joints on the lower seat frames of the rear seats that may have bad welds. The supplier of the lower rear seat frame assembly, Faurecia Automotive Systems, had problems during manufacturing when welding the affected parts. The supplier contacted Nissan about the possibility the seat frames might not be legal under federal ...

• Toyota Recalls C-HR SUVs Due to Parking Brake Problems Toyota recalls 28,600 C-HR SUVs with parking brakes that fail to engage or disengage.

  

  Nov 15, 2017 — Toyota is recalling about 28,600 model year 2018 C-HR compact SUVs with electronic parking brakes that may malfunction. The automaker didn't say much about the recall, but engineers determined the parking brakes can fail to disengage once they are engaged. In addition, it's possible the parking brakes won't be able to engage no matter how much drivers try to apply the brakes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) hasn't released details ...

• Toyota Recalls 40,000 Prius Plug-In Hybrids That Can Stall Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid cars can lose power and stall because of electric vehicle fuses.

  

  Nov 15, 2017 — Model year 2012-2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid cars are recalled to repair problems that can cause reduced power, stalling and illuminated warning lights and messages. Nearly 40,000 of the cars have electric vehicle fuses that can malfunction when the cars are repeatedly operated in electric mode under high-load driving, such as when the cars are traveling up long hills. The cars are equipped with plug-in hybrid systems that contain hybrid batteries with ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 2018 Tiguan Long Wheel Base SUVs VW recalls 5,500 Tiguan SUVs made in Mexico with tail lights that are too dim.

  

  Nov 14, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 5,500 model year 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheel base SUVs with backup lights in the tail light assemblies that may not be bright enough. That small problem must be fixed or else the SUVs won't comply with federal safety standards concerning lights and reflective devices. The recalled SUVs were built only in Mexico, the home of the supplier for the tail lights. VW learned of the problem in August when employees in Mexico ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles With Too Much Insulation Mercedes recalls 3,600 vehicles with insulation that can interfere with airbag deployments.

  

  Nov 9, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 3,600 vehicles with passenger frontal airbags that may not deploy correctly in a crash, although the cause is a bit strange and not related to problems associated with Takata airbags. 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG Coupe 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63S AMG 2016 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Cars With Driveshafts That Break Mercedes recalls 2,000 C63 AMG, C63S, C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Cabrio cars.

  

  Nov 9, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 2,000 model year 2015-2016 C63 AMG, 2015-2017 C63S and 2017 C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Cabrio vehicles with driveshafts that can break. The automaker says a rear axle mounting flange can break and cause the rear differential to become out of alignment. This can cause the driveshaft to fail and leave the vehicle unable to continue moving. Mercedes learned of possible problems in February 2016 when a report arrived about a ...

• Mercedes Recalls Metris Vans With Wheels That Can Fall Off About 109 Mercedes Metris vans have wheel bearing problems, and two Sprinter vans have label issues.

  

  Nov 7, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 111 vans in two recalls, with the largest recall ordered to prevent front wheels from falling off the vans. About 109 model year 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans have front axle wheel bearings that may not have been installed and seated properly, leaving the front wheels with the ability to fall away while driving. Mercedes dealers will need to inspect and correct the front axle wheel bearing retaining rings, but the automaker ...

• Audi Recalls A4 Sedan, A4 allroad and A5 Sportback Audi recalls 31,300 vehicles after people keep getting cut on the aluminum trim of the speakers.

  

  Nov 5, 2017 — Audi is recalling more than 31,300 model year 2017-2018 Audi A4 sedan, A4 allroad and 2018 A5 Sportback vehicles after reports of injuries from aluminum trim that detached and cut occupants. The aluminum trim on the front and rear door speaker covers can come loose and bend away from the speaker covers, leaving the sharp edges exposed for someone to get cut or punctured. Audi says the problem is caused by the amount of adhesive used to attach the trim, as ...

• Infiniti Recalls QX30 To Keep Airbags From Accidently Deploying Infiniti recalls 17,500 QX30 SUVs with driver's side airbags that can deploy without a crash.

  

  Nov 5, 2017 — More than 17,500 Infiniti QX30 SUVs are recalled to fix driver's side airbags that can suddenly deploy while driving, no crash needed. The 2017-2018 Infiniti QX30s have the same problems that caused Mercedes-Benz to recall 495,000 vehicles in the U.S. and about 1 million worldwide. The airbag problem isn't related to the Takata airbag recalls but can still cause drivers issues if smacked in the face by a deployed airbag. The airbags can deploy without a ...

• BMW Recalls 740,500 Vehicles To Replace Melting PCV Valve Heaters BMW says PCV valve heaters can overheat and melt, causing engine compartment fires.

  

  Nov 3, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 740,500 vehicles because electrical shorts can cause fires, causing the following models to be recalled to replace the PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve heaters that can melt and burn. 2008-2011 BMW 128i 2007-2011 BMW 328i 2007-2011 BMW 328xi 2007-2011 BMW 328i xDrive 2007-2011 BMW 525i 2007-2011 BMW 525xi 2007-2011 BMW 528i 2007-2011 BMW 528xi 2007-2011 BMW 530i 2007-2011 BMW ...

• BMW Recalls 673,000 Vehicles Due to Overheating Wiring BMW says numerous models have problems with melting wiring related to HVAC systems.

  

  Nov 2, 2017 — BMW says nearly 673,000 vehicles will be recalled because the wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning systems can overheat. 2006-2011 BMW 323i 2006-2011 BMW 325i 2006-2011 BMW 325xi 2006-2011 BMW 328i 2006-2011 BMW 328xi 2006-2011 BMW 330i 2006-2011 BMW 330xi 2006-2011 BMW 335i 2006-2011 BMW 335xi 2006-2011 BMW M3 2007-2011 BMW 328i ...

• Subaru Recalls 2015 WRX Because of Subwoofer Fire Risk Subaru recalls 9,100 WRX and WRX STI cars because subwoofer speakers can overheat.

  

  Oct 31, 2017 — Subaru has audio speaker problems as the automaker announces a recall of more than 9,100 cars to repair subwoofer speakers that can catch on fire. The 2015 WRX and WRX STI cars have factory-equipped subwoofers located in the trunks, but Subaru says luggage in the trunk could contact the subwoofer wires and move the wires out of position. A short-circuit can occur if the wire touches the metal frame of the subwoofer, causing the integrated circuit in the ...

• Maserati Recalls Quattroporte GTS Cars That Can Stall About 430 Maserati Quattroporte GTS cars can suffer fuel pump resistor failures.

  

  Oct 30, 2017 — Maserati is recalling about 430 model year 2015-2017 Quattroporte GTS cars equipped with V8 3.8-liter engines at risk of stalling. Maserati discovered a low-pressure fuel pump resistor can fail when the current hits the maximum allowed by the resistor. The resistor will fail and the low-pressure fuel pump will stop working and without a working fuel pump, the engine loses power and will eventually stall. The automaker says the recall will begin November 13, ...

• GM Recalls GMC Canyon, Chevy Colorado and Chevy Volt General Motors recalls 16 trucks and cars to fix driver's airbags that can fail in a crash.

  

  Oct 30, 2017 — General Motors is recalling 16 model year 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado trucks, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt cars because the driver-side frontal airbags may not deploy properly in a crash. GM says the airbags have trouble with the second-stage of inflating and deploying, leaving a driver unprotected in a crash. The automaker expects to recall the 16 vehicles on November 10, 2017, when dealers will begin to replace the frontal airbag ...

• Ford Recalls 2017 F-150 Over Transmission Problems Ford recalls 15,000 model year 2017 F-150 trucks that could roll away over transmission issues.

  

  Oct 26, 2017 — The same day Ford recalled 15,000 model year 2018 F-150 trucks for problems related to gear shift levers, the automaker also announced a recall of 15,000 model year 2017 F-150s for their own shift lever problems. The 2017 trucks are equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions that can remain in gear no matter where the gear shift levers are positioned. Ford says a pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission can come out, leaving the ...

• Ford Recalls Transit Vans After Reports of Fires Ford recalls 73,400 Transit vans with trailer tow modules and wiring that can short-circuit.

  

  Oct 26, 2017 — Don't park your 2015-2017 Ford Transit van indoors or in a location where fire could harm buildings, people or animals, as two reports from Canada suggest the vans can burn from damage to wiring related to the trailer tow modules. Ford says all kinds of features can fail on 73,400 model year 2015-2017 Ford Transit vans equipped with trailer tow modules that can be harmed by water intruding into the modules and connectors. The water will damage the trailer tow ...

• Ford Recalls 2018 F-150 Trucks For Shift Lever Problems Ford recalls 15,000 model year 2018 F-150s that can mistakenly shift into reverse.

  

  Oct 25, 2017 — Ford is recalling about 15,000 new F-150 trucks equipped with 3.3-liter engines and six-speed transmissions and with shift levers mounted on the steering columns. If a driver quickly moves the shift lever from PARK to DRIVE in the 2018 model year trucks, the gear indication in the instrument panel can fail to work. But the larger problem occurs when reverse gear engages before the truck starts moving forward in DRIVE. Ford doesn't know of any crashes or ...

• Audi Recalls A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 allroad and Q5 Audi recalls 216,440 vehicles to fix overheating and melting heater wires.

  

  Oct 20, 2017 — Audi is recalling the 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 allroad and Q5 to keep the 216,440 vehicles from catching on fire due to overheating and melting wires. Audi says corrosion inside the electrical connectors for the auxiliary heaters can cause the heater wires to melt from overheating. In addition to the heater failing, there is a chance of a fire from the melting wires. Only vehicles with auxiliary heaters produced between April 2011 ...

• Toyota Recalls Sienna Minivans Over Rollaway Risk Toyota recalls 310,000 Sienna minivans because shift lever grease can alter other components.

  

  Oct 19, 2017 — Toyota is recalling about 310,000 model year 2005-2007 and 2009-2010 Sienna minivans in the U.S. to fix problems that can cause the minivans to unintentionally roll away. The Sienna is equipped with a shift lever assembly that contains a shift interlock system which uses a shift lock solenoid that includes a slider and a stopper. Those parts are used to prevent the shift lever from moving out of the PARK position unless the ignition is on and the brake pedal is ...

• Kia Recalls Soul and Soul EV Cars, 3rd Time, Same Problem Kia recalls 342,000 Soul and Soul EV cars for pinion plug problems that cause loss of steering.

  

  Oct 19, 2017 — For the third time, Kia is recalling Soul and Soul EV cars for problems that cause a loss of steering control. Recalled are more than 342,000 model year 2014-2016 Kia Soul and Soul EV cars with pinion plugs that can allow the pinion gears to separate from the steering gear assemblies. That's king-size trouble for a driver because all steering control will be lost while traveling at any speed. Once the problem hits, a driver will hear a clunking noise from the ...

• Hyundai Recalls Sonatas and Sonata Hybrids For 2nd Time Hyundai recalls 443,500 Sonata and Sonata Hybrids with seat belts that can detach in a crash.

  

  Oct 19, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling 443,500 model year 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid cars that have already been recalled before for the same seat belt problems. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation in January 2017 to determine why seat belts failed in a Sonata crash. NHTSA received a report about a 2013 Hyundai Sonata that was hit by another vehicle at an intersection. It was reported the Sonata driver-side seat ...

• Ford Recalls 1.3 Million F-150 and Super Duty Trucks Ford recalls trucks to fix door latches that can freeze and fail to open or close.

  

  Oct 18, 2017 — Ford F-150 door latch problems have caused the automaker to recall more than 1.3 million 2015-2017 Ford F-150 and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty trucks after years of complaints about door latches freezing, causing the doors to open while driving. In addition, the door latches could fail and leave customers unable to open the doors. The automaker says a frozen door latch or a kinked actuation cable can cause the door problems, causing a ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 495,000 Vehicles in the U.S. Mercedes recalls 1 million vehicles worldwide after driver's side airbags start suddenly deploying.

  

  Oct 16, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 495,000 vehicles in the U.S., and about 1 million worldwide, to fix driver-side airbags that can suddenly deploy without need of an impact or crash. The problem is not related to exploding Takata airbags that have dominated auto news for a few years. As can be seen, numerous models are affected by the recall: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, ...

• Kia Recalls 2017 Sorento SUVs Over Crankshaft Problems Kia says 62 Sorentos may have problems that cause the crankshafts to fail.

  

  Oct 14, 2017 — Kia is recalling 62 of its 2017 Kia Sorento SUVs because the crankshafts can fail and leave the Sorentos stalled and the drivers stranded. Kia also says it's possible failed crankshafts could cause fires, so dealers will need to inspect the crankshafts and if needed, replace the engine sub assemblies. The Kia Sorento crankshaft recall will begin November 6, 2017, but owners with questions may contact the automaker at 800-333-4542 and request information about ...

• Chrysler Recalls 470,000 Cars and SUVs to Fix Head Restraint Issues Jeep Liberty, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200 vehicles have occupant restraint module problems.

  

  Oct 13, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling 470,000 cars and SUVs to repair possible problems with the active head restraints that should automatically move forward in certain rear impact crashes. The restraints are "active" because they help to prevent whiplash injuries in rear-end collisions. FCA says the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) inquired about possible problems with the head restraints in 2012 Jeep Liberty SUVs and 2012-2013 Chrysler ...

• Tesla Recalls Model X SUVs to Fix Seatback Problems Tesla recalls 11,000 Model X SUVs to repair seatbacks that could unintentionally move in a crash.

  

  Oct 12, 2017 — Tesla is recalling about 11,000 Model X SUVs to fix possible problems with second-row folding seats that may need adjustments to the cables. The 2016-2017 SUVs have cables in the second-row seats that may allow the seatbacks on the left side of the seats to move forward during a crash. Tesla says it doesn't know of that happening in the field, but internal testing shows the problem needs to be fixed before anything bad occurs. Affected owners will receive ...

• Ram ProMaster City Vans Recalled to Replace Tire Placards Chrysler recalls 11,300 Ram ProMaster City vans with incorrect van capacity and tire pressure info.

  

  Oct 12, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling nearly 11,300 model year 2015-2017 Ram ProMaster City vans to replace incorrect tire placard labels. The current placards have the wrong information about van capacity weight and what the total number of occupants should be. But the placards are really off-base with incorrect tire pressure information and/or a "None" designation for the spare tire size even though the vans have full-size spare tires. The incorrect labels ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 115 Vehicles in 3 Recalls Mercedes recalls Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans with driveshafts that can puncture the gas tanks.

  

  Oct 12, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 115 vehicles in three recalls, with the largest recall issued to fix problems that can cause fuel leaks and fires. About 110 model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans are recalled because they were built without driveshaft catch straps, something that will allow loose driveshafts to hit and puncture the gas tanks. Leaking gas near an ignition source equals trouble, so dealers will need to install the missing ...

• BMW Recalls X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Over Airbags BMW recalls 85,300 vehicles with passenger airbags that can deactivate from damaged seat mats.

  

  Oct 12, 2017 — BMW is recalling 85,300 vehicles to repair passenger airbag problems that can cause the airbags to fail in a crash. The 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles are equipped with front passenger seat occupant detection mats manufactured by Continental Automotive Systems. Those mats are used to determine if and how the frontal airbags deploy in a crash, but BMW says tiny cracks can occur in the mats because of people getting in and out of the ...

• Mitsubishi Lancers Recalled to Replace Takata Airbags Mitsubishi recalls 66,000 Lancer, Lancer Sportback and Lancer Evolution cars to fix airbags.

  

  Oct 5, 2017 — Mitsubishi is recalling 66,000 Lancer cars to permanently replace passenger-side Takata frontal airbags at risk of rupturing during a crash. The 2004-2006 Lancer, Lancer Evolution and the 2004 Lancer Sportback are included in the recall meant to be the final recall for the passenger Takata airbags. The airbags currently in the cars are equipped with Takata airbags, even the Lancer cars that already had their passenger airbags replaced. Those replacements also ...

• Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe SUVs That May Need New Engines Hyundai recalls 620 Santa Fe SUVs, most of them because the engines could fail.

  

  Oct 5, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling 420 model year 2017 Santa Fe SUVs equipped with 3.3-liter engines. The automaker says the crankshaft assemblies may have been manufactured with irregularities in the crankshaft pins, something that can cause the engine bearings to wear down. If the SUV continues to be driven with a worn engine bearing, the engine could become damaged to the point of stalling. Hyundai first learned of possible problems in May when it received a report ...

• Lexus HS 250h Cars Recalled to Replace Transaxle Assemblies Lexus recalls 18,000 HS 250h hybrid cars that can stall or suffer from hybrid system shutdowns.

  

  Oct 5, 2017 — Lexus is recalling about 18,000 model year 2010 Lexus HS 250h hybrid cars that could enter fail-safe mode because of problems with the transaxle assemblies. The Lexus cars are equipped with hybrid vehicle transaxle assemblies which contain one generator for generating electrical power and starting the engine, and a second generator for driving the vehicle. Lexus says the crimping of a plate which holds the magnets on the first generator motor shaft wasn't ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Older Touaregs Over Gas Leak Concerns VW recalls 74,000 model year 2004-2007 Touareg SUVs to fix fuel filter flange problems.

  

  Oct 4, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling nearly 74,000 model year 2004-2007 Touareg SUVs that can leak fuel that could possibly start fires. The SUVs are gasoline-powered and have fuel filter flanges that can crack and cause gas to leak. That will be trouble if it occurs near any kind of ignition source. The SUVs have 4-bar fuel pumps used with gasoline engines only, so diesel SUVs aren't affected by the recall. Federal safety regulators contacted VW in February about ...

• Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs Recalled for Second Time Chrysler recalls 646,000 SUVs to fix brake boosters that should have been fixed years ago.

  

  Oct 2, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 646,000 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs in the U.S. that were already recalled in 2014 for the same problems. Another 42,000 SUVs are recalled in Canada and about 21,000 are in Mexico. The 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs had brake booster shields installed under the 2014 recall that was issued to prevent water from entering the brake boosters. If your SUV had repairs performed from ...

• Infiniti Recalls Q50 and Q50 Hybrid Cars to Fix Airbags More than 800 Infiniti Q50s and Infiniti Q50 Hybrids recalled due to driver-side airbags.

  

  Oct 1, 2017 — Infiniti is recalling more than 800 model year 2017 Infiniti Q50 and Q50 Hybrid cars that have problems with their front airbag inflators. The inflators, manufactured by Daicel, may not have been welded properly and could crack when the airbags deploy in a crash. Specifically, the airbag inflator may have bad welds between the second-stage initiator collar and the closure plate which could cause a crack to form along the welds when the airbag deploys. This ...

• Ford Recalls F-150, F-650 and F-750 Trucks in 3 Recalls About 780 Ford trucks have problems with seat belts, tie rods and roof rivets.

  

  Sep 27, 2017 — Ford is having truck problems, enough problems to cause the automaker to issue three recalls for three separate problems. However, the combined number of recalled trucks is only about 780, with the majority of the trucks recalled to fix problems that could cause the seat belts to fail in a crash. Ford F-150 and Super Duty About 624 model year 2017 Ford F-150 and Super Duty trucks have weld problems that can affect the seat belt buckle attachment brackets on ...

• Porsche Recalls Older Cayenne SUVs Over Fuel Leaks Porsche recalls 50,000 Cayenne SUVs to fix fuel pump filter flange leaks.

  

  Sep 25, 2017 — Porsche is recalling more than 50,000 Cayenne SUVs because the fuel pump filter flanges could leak gas and at the least create an odor of fuel, and at the most create a fire hazard if fuel hits a hot ignition source. The recalled gas-powered vehicles include the 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2006 Cayenne and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" edition vehicles. Some Cayenne owners say they looked into doing the work on their own, but were told of the ...

• Toyota Recalls Land Cruiser, Lexus LX470 and LX570 Toyota recalls 21 vehicles that may be equipped with the wrong airbags.

  

  Sep 22, 2017 — Toyota is recalling 21 vehicles because they may be equipped with the wrong airbags, leaving occupants unprotected in a crash. Recalled are the 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX 470 and 2008-2013 Lexus LX 570. Toyota filed a recall in Japan earlier this year concerning Toyota Corolla Rumion vehicles that had the wrong airbags installed at the plant. Toyota checked records going back to 2002 and learned about the 21 vehicles affected in the ...

• Mazda Recalls Mazda6 Cars Because of 'Weld Spatter' Mazda recalls 58,000 Mazda6 cars that can lose power steering and airbag function.

  

  Sep 22, 2017 — Mazda is recalling nearly 58,000 Mazda6 cars because of problems with the front passenger seat frames. The 2015-2016 Mazda6 cars can lose their power steering and disable the ability of the passenger airbags to deploy. Mazda says on the front passenger seat, there may be too much weld spatter on the seat from when the cars were manufactured. That welding material can make contact with the occupant classification sensor wire harness each time someone sits in the ...

• Chrysler Recalls 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee SUVs Jeep Cherokees recalled after FCA discoveres the correct tire/rim infomation is missing.

  

  Sep 22, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 22,000 model year 2017-2018 Jeep Cherokee SUVs because they are missing information that could lead people to mismatch the tires and rims. Using the wrong combination of tires and rims may cause the Cherokee to go out of control without warning. The missing information is a violation of federal safety standards because the certification labels for the SUVs were manufactured with labels for passenger car tires and ...

• FCA Recalls Chrysler Pacifica Minivans To Fix Seat Belt Buckles About 48,000 Chrysler Pacifica minivans recalled because seat belt buckles could accidently unlatch.

  

  Sep 20, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling nearly 50,000 Pacifica minivans in the U.S. and Canada, all equipped with 8-passenger seating. The recall affects 2017-2018 Pacifica minivans with second-row center seating seat belt buckles that can cause the left outboard seat belts to unlatch. Chrysler says owners of Pacifica vans with 7-passenger seating are not affected by the problem because these versions do not have second-row center seating positions. FCA learned ...

• Chrysler Recalls 500,000 Ram Trucks Over Fear of Fires FCA recalls Ram 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 due to water pumps that can overheat and cause fires.

  

  Sep 19, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling about 500,000 model year 2013-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups, plus 3500, 4500 and 5500 chassis cabs because the water pumps could overheat. The Ram trucks, all equipped with 6.7-liter engines, have water pump bearings that can overheat, a type of water pump no longer used on Ram trucks. The automaker learned about the problem through truck owners complaining about the water pumps and the dangers of engine-compartment fires. ...

• Hyundai Recalls Ioniq Electric Cars To Prevent Stalling Hyundai recalls 218 Ioniq electric vehicles that can be damaged by engine coolant.

  

  Sep 19, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling 218 model year 2017 Ioniq Electric cars that can stall while driving because problems occurred during manufacturing of certain parts. The Hyundai Ioniq Electric uses an electronic power control unit (EPCU) to supply power to the AC motor and then transform that AC power to DC power to charge the high-voltage battery system. Hyundai blames the defect on the mold used for the EPCU casting caused small voids in the unit’s casting. The ...

• Ford Explorer Wheel Hub Bearing Assemblies Recalled Ford Component Sales recalls wheel hub bearings sold by parts resellers Timken and SKF.

  

  Sep 16, 2017 — Ford is recalling 630 wheel hub bearing assemblies sold by Ford Component Sales to aftermarket parts resellers Timken and SKF. The wheel hub bearing assemblies were shipped between March 6, 2017, and March 23, 2017, as replacements for certain 2011-2017 Ford Explorer front-wheel-drive SUVs. However, the assemblies aren't compatible for the rear wheel hubs of front-wheel-drive Explorers. The hubs of drive axles rely on halfshaft retaining nuts to secure the ...

• Honda Recalls Cars With Airbags That Weren't Installed Correctly Two Honda technicians messed up and installed replacement airbags incorrectly in 646 cars.

  

  Sep 14, 2017 — Honda is recalling 646 vehicles because one dealership somewhere messed up when replacing Takata airbag modules. Honda didn't say which dealer is responsible, but did indicate two technicians installed replacement inflators incorrectly. Affected vehicles include the following: 2008-2012 Honda Accord 2010-2012 Honda Accord Crosstour 2006-2011 Honda Civic 2007-2011 Honda CR-V 2009-2012 Honda Fit 2010-2012 Honda Insight 2009-2012 ...

• Gulf States Toyota Recalls Highlanders and Highlander Hybrids Toyota Highlanders and Highlander Hybrids have roof rails that may fly off and away.

  

  Sep 9, 2017 — Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling more than 1,120 model year 2017 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid SUVs equipped with accessory roof rail cross bars. Gulf States Toyota Distributors is the second largest franchised Toyota distributor with 154 dealers. The company handles its own recalls which its dealerships are responsible for rectifying. GST says the roof rails can loosen and fly off the SUVs because the fasteners may not be tight enough. GST ...

• Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SUVs Recalled Over Fuel Leaks Acura MDX Sport Hybrid engine fuel feed hoses and fuel purge hoses may have been misrouted.

  

  Sep 7, 2017 — Acura is recalling nearly 200 model year 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SUVs to fix fuel leaks that may cause the vehicles to catch on fire. Acura says the engine fuel feed hoses and fuel purge hoses may have been misrouted by assembly employees. The crossed hoses can contact other components and damage the hoses, possibly causing the hoses to leak gas. Acura doesn't know when the recall will begin, but dealers will inspect the routing of the fuel feed hoses ...

• Audi Recalls A3 Cars Because the Engines Can Stall Audi recalls 8,300 A3 cars that can lose power when moving from a stop or a slow roll.

  

  Sep 7, 2017 — Audi is recalling more than 8,300 A3 cars after reports the engines can stall. The 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and sedan engines can experience a knocking condition because of incorrect engine control unit software that can misread the flywheel rotation when starting the engines. This will cause the system to adjust the air and fuel mixture and lead to engine stall. The automaker started receiving complaints in April and May about new A3 cars losing power, ...

• Mazda Recalls RX-8, Mazda6 and MazdaSpeed6 Cars Over Airbags Mazda recalls 309,000 cars originally recalled in 2015 to replace Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Sep 2, 2017 — Mazda is recalling 309,000 cars to finish a Takata airbag inflator that started in 2015 involving the 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2004-2008 RX-8 and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6. The cars are equipped with Takata dual-stage driver's side frontal airbags that can explode in a crash, even a fender-bender. Mazda recalled the cars in June 2015 and warned owners they would need to make second trips to dealers once permanent driver-side inflators were available, and that time is ...

• Ford Recalls 2017 Focus to Replace Seatback Frames Ford recalls 835 Focus cars because the welds in the seatback frames may not be strong enough.

  

  Aug 31, 2017 — About 835 model year 2017 Ford Focus cars are recalled in North America to replace the second-row left-side seatback frames if there are problems noticed with the welds. The automaker didn't release much information, but did say the seatbacks may have welds that aren't deep enough between the outboard pivot brackets and the pivot nut joints. If the weld penetration isn't enough, the frame may not hold in a crash, although Ford isn't aware of any related ...

• Ford Recalls 141,000 F-150, F-250 and F-350 Trucks Ford recalls trucks to fix problems with the rear inflatable seat belt buckles.

  

  Aug 31, 2017 — Ford is recalling about 141,000 trucks because of problems with rear inflatable seat belt buckles. The 2015-2017 Ford F-150 Crew Cab, 2017 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty Crew Cab trucks may have inadequate thickness of the rivet heads of the seat belt assemblies. Because the rivet heads aren't strong enough, the left rear inflatable seat belt buckles can separate from the mounting brackets in a crash. A passenger won't be protected in a crash, but Ford says it's ...

• Ford Recalls Explorer, Taurus and Police Interceptors Ford recalls vehicles that can lose power steering due to corrosion of steering gear heat shields.

  

  Aug 31, 2017 — Ford says about 263 model year 2017 Ford Explorer, Taurus, Police Interceptor Utility and Interceptor sedans need to come back to dealers to fix steering gear heat shield fasteners. Ford says the steering gear heat shield fasteners may not be protected enough from corrosion. This can cause the shields to corrode and detach from the steering gears and expose the parts to high temperatures. Power steering can be lost if the electrical connectors for the ...

• Ford Recalls F-150 and Mustang Over Deadly Airbags Ford says 935 model year 2017 F-150 and Mustang vehicles have defective ARC airbag inflators.

  

  Aug 31, 2017 — Ford is recalling about 935 model year 2017 Ford F-150 and Mustang vehicles because the passenger airbag inflators can explode. As expected, Takata is involved in the problem, but the dangerous inflators are supplied by ARC Automotive, a company that is the focus of a federal investigation . Takata uses the inflators in airbag modules and contacted Ford about an abnormal deployment of a passenger-side ARC airbag inflator. The ARC inflator can explode when ...

• Chevy Bolt Batteries May Have Cell Problems GM says some Chevrolet Bolt electric cars can stop moving because of low-voltage problems.

  

  Aug 30, 2017 — Chevrolet Bolt battery problems have caused General Motors to contact certain model year 2017 owners telling them dealerships will need to make repairs to keep the electric cars moving forward. The Chevy Bolt is marketed as an affordable electric car (starting at $35,000) capable of long-distance driving on a single charge of its 60 kWh 350 V lithium-ion battery pack. In testing conducted by Consumer Reports, the Bolt traveled 250 miles on a single charge even ...

• One Jaguar F-PACE Recalled, One Land Rover Range Rover Recalled Jaguar recalls two vehicles to fix fuel line cracks and leaks.

  

  Aug 30, 2017 — Jaguar Land Rover is recalling two vehicles in two recalls to fix problems with fuel pump bolts. One 2017 Jaguar F-PACE is recalled and one 2017 Land Rover Range Rover is recalled because the bolts used to attach the fuel pumps may be too long. The automaker says this will cause the fuel pumps to remain unsecured, possibly causing the fuel lines to crack and leak. Dealers will replace both fuel pumps and fuel lines when both recalls begin on September 26, ...

• Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 Vehicles Recalled For Engine Shutdowns Mercedes recalls 12,300 AMG GLE43 vehicles because the engines shut down when slowing down.

  

  Aug 29, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 12,300 model year 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe and 2017 AMG GLE43 vehicles with engines that can shut down while driving. Mercedes recalled vehicles in 2016 to update the engine control unit software because of unintended engine shutdowns. However, customers who had the updates kept complaining about their engines shutting down, so the automaker opened an investigation. Mercedes believed the problem was related to the ...

• GM Recalls Vehicles With Driveshafts That Break Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and GMC Acadia recalled to fix intermediate driveshaft assemblies.

  

  Aug 29, 2017 — General Motors is recalling nearly 3,000 SUVs that can lose propulsion because the front intermediate driveshafts can break and separate while driving. In addition to losing forward movement while driving, the SUV could roll away if the driveshaft assembly separates while parked on a grade without the parking brake engaged. Included in the GM recall are 2018 Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia SUVs. In July 2017, an assembly plant ...

• Volkswagen Recalls CC and Passat For Fuel Pump Failures VW recalls 280,000 cars that can stall because the fuel pumps fail from electrical problems.

  

  Aug 28, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 280,000 model year 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon cars that can stall because of fuel pump failures. Volkswagen learned of a Chinese investigation related to fuel pump control modules on 4-cylinder gasoline engine cars that caused the automaker to order a recall for the affected cars in China. Volkswagen ordered the U.S. recall after learning similar cars with the same fuel pumps are sold in the ...

• BMW Recalls X3 and M6 Vehicles to Fix Takata Airbags BMW recalls about 6,800 vehicles because the metal inflator housings can separate from base plates.

  

  Aug 24, 2017 — BMW and airbag manufacturer Takata are once again in a close slow dance with each other over airbag problems, but not based on metal airbag inflators exploding. The recall of nearly 6,800 vehicles is tied to a September 2016 recall to repair problems with improper welds on driver-side frontal airbag inflators. The issue is separate from the chemical ammonium nitrate that explodes and kills occupants with shrapnel from the inflators. Recalled are the 2012-2013 ...

• Chrysler Recalls Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger Cars Dodge Challenger and Charger oil cooler hoses can separate, sending oil everywhere.

  

  Aug 22, 2017 — Chrysler is recalling more than 1,200 cars because oil could spray all over the windshields and hot engine parts, possibly causing fires, or stalled engines if enough oil is lost. Additionally, a driver will have a tough time seeing through a windshield coated with motor oil. Recalled are 2017 Dodge Challenger and 2017 Dodge Charger cars equipped with Hellcat engines and defective engine oil cooler hoses. Chrysler received three warranty part returns in a ...

• Mazda Recalls CX-7, CX-9 and Mazda6 Over Takata Airbags Mazda recalls 80,000 cars that were recalled in January, this time to permanently replace airbags.

  

  Aug 15, 2017 — Mazda is recalling nearly 80,000 vehicles to replace passenger-side Takata airbag inflators, a recall that supersedes a confusing January 2017 recall. The January recall saw dealers replacing Takata airbag inflators with the same inflators that contained ammonium nitrate, the explosive chemical responsible for blowing apart the metal inflators and sending shrapnel into occupants. The inflators have injured at least 180 people and killed at least 19 worldwide ...

• Daimler Recalls Sprinter 2500 and 3500 Vans Over Takata Airbags About 82,000 Freightliner, Mercedes-Benz and Dodge Sprinter vans need airbag inflators replaced.

  

  Aug 12, 2017 — Daimler Vans is recalling about 82,000 Sprinter vans to replace Takata airbag inflators at risk of exploding into shards of metal. Those vans include the following: 2010-2012 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 2010-2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 2007-2009 Freightliner 2500 and 3500 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500 Owners of the vans won't exactly be surprised by the recalls because customers were sent interim letters in ...

• GM Recalls 2017 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks GM recalls nearly 30,000 trucks because child restraint instructions are missing from manuals.

  

  Aug 10, 2017 — General Motors is recalling nearly 30,000 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks because the owner’s manuals for the trucks may be missing instructions for using tether anchorages and child restraint anchorage systems in the vehicle. GM says the owner's manuals for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 trucks can cause child seats to be installed incorrectly, leaving the seats unsecured and children unprotected in a crash. A GM engineer ...

• Nissan Recalls Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab About 44,000 Nissan Titan trucks have rear seat belts that may not protect occupants in a crash.

  

  Aug 9, 2017 — Nissan is recalling more than 44,200 Titan trucks because of problems with the rear seat belts. Nissan says 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab trucks have rear seat belt assemblies that may not work good enough to protect an occupant's head. The automaker says the head area is vulnerable because it is the part of the body that can hit the truck's D-ring bolt trim cap due to the seat belt assemblies. On May 16, 2017, Nissan submitted a ...

• Jeep Renegades Recalled Due to Overactive Warning Lights Chrysler recalls 3,000 Jeep Renegade SUVs because the telltale lights can all activate at once.

  

  Aug 9, 2017 — Chrysler is recalling more than 3,000 model year 2017 Jeep Renegade SUVs because numerous warning lights can activate even though no malfunctions exist. In this condition, a driver would never know if a real problem occurred if all the warning lights activate on the instrument panel. These warning lights are called "telltale" lights to warn a driver when various functions or systems of the SUV are malfunctioning. The warning light problem was discovered in ...

• Infiniti Recalls Q50 and Q60 to Fix Fuel Pump Problems Infiniti recalls 14,200 Q50 and Q60 cars that can stall due to fuel pump problems.

  

  Aug 7, 2017 — Infiniti is recalling nearly 14,200 model year 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with 2-liter engines. The automaker says the wrong fuel pump control module software may allow gas in the main tank to be too low to keep the engine from stalling. In December 2016, Nissan received a report from the U.S. about possible problems with a fuel pump. Nissan investigated and collected parts from the field and was able to duplicate the fuel ...

• GM Recalls Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 General Motors recalls 690,000 Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks over power steering.

  

  Aug 4, 2017 — General Motors has truck problems, enough so to cause the automaker to recall more than 690,000 model year 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks in the U.S. In addition to the 690,000 recalled trucks in the U.S., another 80,000 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks will be repaired in Canada and about 25,000 trucks are recalled in other areas. The trucks can lose their electric power steering for very short amounts of time, then start ...

• Smart Fortwo Cars Recalled Over Rollaway Dangers More than 5,000 smart fortwo minicars are recalled to fix parking brake problems.

  

  Aug 3, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 5,000 model year 2016 smart fortwo cars to fix parking brake problems. Mercedes learned of a report outside the U.S. in 2016 where a smart fortwo experienced a problem with the parking brake. Engineers investigated the issue and initially believed there were problems with the lock nut at the parking brake bowden cable. The automaker says adjustments at the factory were wrong and testing shows the nut loosened because of ...

• BMW Recalls Older 3-Series and 5-Series Cars BMW recalls model year 2006 3-Series and 5-Series cars because passenger airbags can shut off.

  

  Aug 1, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 2,150 older vehicles because the airbags can fail in a crash. Recalled are the following: 2006 BMW 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi and 550i (With sport seat option) 2006 BMW 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i (With standard seats) The problem involves the front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines how the passenger frontal airbag should deploy in a crash, and if it should deploy at ...

• Ford and Mazda Want Out of Takata Recall of 2.7 Million Airbags Takata recalls 2.7 million airbag inflators, but Ford and Mazda say the recall isn't necessary.

  

  Jul 30, 2017 — Takata is recalling 2.7 million airbag inflators originally thought to be safe, with all the inflators installed in Ford, Mazda and Nissan vehicles. While Nissan has already ordered recalls, Ford and Mazda say their vehicles don't need to be recalled or repaired, at least not yet. Both automakers have petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to be exempted from the Takata recall. Unlike the tens of millions of airbag inflators ...

• Failing Windshield Wipers Need Fixed in Mitsubishi Outlanders Mitsubishi recalls 100,000 Outlander SUVs with windshield wiper motors that fail.

  

  Jul 28, 2017 — Mitsubishi is recalling more than 100,000 model year 2007-2013 Outlander SUVs with windshield wiper motors that can fail and cause the wipers to stop working. According to the automaker, water can fall between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. Mitsubishi says water can drop down onto the front wiper motor through a gap between the front deck garnish (the body piece between the hood and windshield) and the front ...

• Honda CR-V Recalled To Prevent Fires From Fuel Leaks Honda recalls 24,000 model year 2017 CR-Vs after finding gas can leak from the fuel feed pipes.

  

  Jul 28, 2017 — Honda is recalling about 24,000 new CR-V SUVs because gas could leak from the fuel pipes and start fires. Honda says no reports of fires have been received, but the fuel feed pipes will be replaced to make sure the gas stays in the SUVs. Honda didn't say much about the recall and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) hasn't announced the recall, but the automaker did say a supplier made mistakes with the ends of the fuel feed pipes. The ...

• GM Orders Second Recall Over Sensing and Diagnostic Modules General Motors recalls 41,000 vehicles for a second time to fix airbag and pretensioner issues.

  

  Jul 27, 2017 — General Motors is recalling nearly 41,000 vehicles that were already recalled once before to fix problems with frontal airbags and seat belt pretensioners that can fail in a crash. 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse 2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV 2014-2016 Chevrolet Caprice PPV 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS 2014-2017 Buick Encore 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette 2014-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2014-2017 GMC Sierra 1500 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade ...

• Ford Recalls 117,000 F-150, E-Series, Escape and Lincoln MKC Vehicles Bad bolts related to the seats may not hold occupants in a crash or a sudden stop.

  

  Jul 26, 2017 — Ford is recalling nearly 117,000 model year 2014 Ford F-150 and E-Series trucks and vans, and 2014-2015 Ford Escape and 2015 Lincoln MKC SUVs to replace bolts used for the seats, seatbacks, seat belts and/or seat belt buckles. The bolts may not be up to specification and could fail during sudden stops or crashes, although Ford says no injuries have been reported. Included in the recall are 94,605 vehicles in the U.S., 20,681 in Canada and 1,510 vehicles in ...

• Mazda Recalls Mazda6, CX-7 and CX-9 to Fix Takata Airbags Mazda recalls 205,000 vehicles to permanently replace Takata passenger-side airbag inflators.

  

  Jul 24, 2017 — Mazda is recalling more than 205,000 vehicles to replace Takata frontal passenger-side airbag inflators, a recall that is meant as a permanent fix to a May 2016 recall. Included in the Takata recall are 2009-2011 Mazda Mazda6, 2007-2011 Mazda CX-7 and Mazda CX-9 vehicles that will have their passenger airbag modules replaced. The recall is part of the ongoing saga of Takata airbags at risk of exploding due to the explosive chemical, ammonium nitrate. The ...

• Chrysler Recalls Dodge Challengers That May Roll Away More than 8,000 Dodge Challengers recalled because the transmissions may fail to engage PARK.

  

  Jul 22, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 8,000 model year 2017 Dodge Challenger cars equipped with 5.7-liter V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. Chrysler says a driver can put the shift lever into PARK while the engine is running, but the car won't really be in PARK. The Challenger could roll away if the driver exits the car believing it's in PARK. The automaker says the transmission won't stay in PARK even if the shift lever is moved to ...

• Toyota Recalls Avalon Hybrid and Camry Hybrid Toyota Avalon Hybrid and Camry Hybrid recalled because the driveshafts were misassembled.

  

  Jul 22, 2017 — Toyota is recalling more than 670 model year 2016 Avalon Hybrid and Camry Hybrid cars in the U.S. to make sure the front driveshafts are installed correctly. Toyota says up to 42 cars have driveshafts that weren't assembled properly and the only way to find those cars is to recall 671 hybrids. The misassembled driveshafts can cause the cars to vibrate and lead to separation of components inside the driveshaft assemblies, causing the cars to lose propulsion ...

• Nissan Recalls 515,000 Versa Cars Due to Takata Airbags Nissan Versa sedans and hatchbacks recalled after Nissan finds problems with Takata inflators.

  

  Jul 21, 2017 — Nissan is recalling 515,400 model year 2007-2011 Versa sedans and 2007-2012 Versa hatchbacks to replace driver-side Takata airbag inflators at risk of exploding. Although tens of millions of vehicles from numerous automakers have already been recalled to replace Takata airbag inflators, this Nissan recall is the first of its kind. Nissan says the problem is unique to a specific type of Takata airbag inflator that contains the drying agent (desiccant), calcium ...

• Jeep Compass Recalled to Keep Batteries From Exploding Chrysler recalls 13,000 Jeep Compass SUVs with wrong instructions about jump starting the batteries.

  

  Jul 21, 2017 — Owners of 2017 Jeep Compass SUVs should be careful about following Jeep's instructions for jump starting the SUVs. According to Chrysler, about 13,000 model year 2017 Jeep Compass SUVs have user's guides that are wrong. Included in the instructions is a picture graphic showing how to connect to the battery terminals, but the graphic is reversed and will cause the polarity to be reversed. Following the instructions could fry any number of computers in the ...

• Ford Expands Chrome Door Handle Cover Recall Ford recalls F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 trucks to remove exterior door handle covers.

  

  Jul 20, 2017 — Ford is expanding a chrome door handle recall to include an additional 14,410 model year 2015-2017 F-150 and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 trucks. The original May 2017 recall involved about 550 trucks after the automaker learned the doors could unlatch and open in a side collision. Ford says the trucks are manufactured with black handles or exterior door handles that match the body color, but Ford dealerships sell accessory kits that cover the original ...

• Southeast Toyota Distributors Recalls Tacoma and 4Runner SET says 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles have hood scoops that can detach.

  

  Jul 20, 2017 — Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) is recalling more than 3,500 model year 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or its dealers. Southeast Toyota says the adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle. The hood scoop could detach at any time, including while driving, leaving a serious road hazard for other drivers and vehicles. Toyota and the ...

• Honda Recalls CR-V to Fix Passenger Frontal Airbags Honda recalls 630 model year 2007-2011 CR-V SUVs with the wrong airbag wire harnesses.

  

  Jul 17, 2017 — Honda has more airbag problems, this time in CR-V SUVs, but this time none of the problems are related to airbags that explode. Honda says it's recalling about 630 model year 2007-2011 CR-V SUVs because the passenger frontal airbag inflator repair kits were built with the wrong wire harnesses. The automaker says all the recalled vehicles have had the passenger frontal airbags replaced in the past. In May 2017, Honda opened an investigation after the automaker ...

• Ford Recalls Edge, Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Over Torque Converters Ford recalls 6,000 cars and SUVs to replace torque converters that aren't welded properly.

  

  Jul 16, 2017 — Ford is recalling about 6,000 model year 2017 Ford Edge, Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles to fix problems with the torque converters. The automaker says the cars and SUVs are equipped with 2-liter engines and 6F35 transmissions with torque converters that weren't welded correctly. The torque converters will lose their connections to the engine flexplates if the welded studs detach, causing the vehicles to lose power without any warning to drivers. However, ...

• BMW Recalls 14,000 Vehicles to Replace Reflectors BMW recalls cars because the rear reflectors may not reflect enough light.

  

  Jul 15, 2017 — BMW is recalling nearly 14,000 to fix problems with the rear reflectors that may not reflect enough light. Recalled are the 2013-2014 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive and M5, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and 2014 BMW 525d xDrive. The reflector problem goes back to 2014 when Korean authorities tested parts purchased from a BMW dealer. Testing showed possible non-compliance issues with the reflectors because they didn't meet ...

• Chrysler Recalls 442,000 Cars and SUVs Over Alternator Failures Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles have alternators that can short-circuit and catch on fire.

  

  Jul 15, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 442,000 cars and SUVs because the alternators can suddenly fail and cause the vehicles to stall, or the alternators could experience a short-circuit and possibly catch on fire. Affected by the recall are the following cars and SUVs: 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger 2011-2014 Dodge Charger 2011-2014 Chrysler 300 2011-2014 Dodge Durango 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee All the vehicles are equipped with ...

• Honda Recalls 1.15 Million Accords After Engine Compartment Fires Honda Accords have battery sensor problems that can cause electrical shorts and fires.

  

  Jul 14, 2017 — Honda is recalling 1.15 million Accords in the U.S. over a risk of fires from electrical shorts, something that has already caused four engine compartment fires. In addition, Honda says about a million more Accords are recalled outside the U.S. Recalled are 2013-2016 Honda Accords with battery sensors that can allow water to enter and cause electrical shorts. This is what caused the four known fires, all from the “salt belt” states where corrosion is ...

• Chrysler Recalls 363,000 Dodge Journey SUVs Dodge Journeys recalled to fix driver-side airbags that can deploy without a crash.

  

  Jul 14, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 363,000 model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey SUVs because the driver-side frontal airbags might suddenly deploy without need of a crash. Chrysler says the problem goes back to 2014 when an airbag deployed for no good reason in a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. Engineers examined the returned parts and initially believed the steering column clockspring conductor tape had failed. In 2015, reports came in about unintentional ...

• Audi Recalls Q3 SUVs Over Brake Light Problems Audi recalls 24,700 Q3 SUVs to fix parking brakes that don't activate the brake lights.

  

  Jul 9, 2017 — Audi is recalling more than 24,700 model year 2016-2017 Audi Q3 compact crossover SUVs to repair problems with the parking brakes and lights. Audi says the brake lights won't activate if the parking brake is used during emergency braking. Audi says if the parking brake is used for emergency braking, people behind the vehicle won't know because the brake lights will fail. However, the braking system will function as normal and only the brake lights will be ...

• Buick Envision Recall: Head Restraints Can Dislodge Buick Envision SUVs recalled if equipped with universal tablet holders attached to head restraints.

  

  Jul 9, 2017 — General Motors is recalling 768 model year 2016-2017 Buick Envision SUVs because of problems with the head restraints. Buick says an accessory universal tablet holder made by a company called NSV may have been installed incorrectly by GM dealers onto the front seat head restraints. The incorrect installation can prevent the head restraint posts from fully engaging in the seat back. A GM employee first noticed a problem in March 2017 concerning a front head ...

• Honda Recalls Odyssey Minivans to Fix Seat Belts Honda recalls 3,900 Odyssey minivans after a supplier used the wrong seat belt parts.

  

  Jul 8, 2017 — Honda has minivan problems and has ordered a recall of more than 3,900 Odysseys to fix those problems. The 2018 Honda Odyssey minivans have third-row seat belt tongues that may not be compatible with the latches. Honda learned of a possible problem in May 2017 when it received a report of a third-row center seat belt that refused to buckle. The automaker opened an investigation and tracked the issue to a supplier and determined the third-row seat belts use ...

• BMW Recalls M760Li and Other Models in 2 Recalls BMW recalls about 300 vehicles to fix oil leaks and rear tail light assemblies.

  

  Jul 5, 2017 — BMW has ordered two recalls involving nearly 300 vehicles, with most of the recalled cars needing repairs to stop dangerous oil leaks that could cause fires. Engine Oil Cooler Line Recall BMW says 206 model year 2017-2018 M760Li xDrive cars have the wrong engine oil cooler lines installed that will cause oil leaks in the engine compartments. Oil leaking onto a hot ignition source will be trouble, not to mention what will happen to braking ability if oil ...

• Jaguar Recalls XJ Over Airbag Software Issues Jaguar recalls nearly 5,000 XJ cars with frontal airbags that may not deploy correctly in a crash.

  

  Jul 4, 2017 — Jaguar is recalling nearly 5,000 model year 2010-2011 XJ cars to fix airbag problems. The XJ cars may have incorrect airbag-related software if dealers updated the systems incorrectly. The automaker opened an investigation in May after receiving a report from a dealer concerning frontal airbags that failed to deploy properly. Engineers determined the restraint control module had incorrect software, yet the supplier showed the original software installed in the ...

• Ford Recalls Escape and Police Interceptors Ford issues two recalls for two separate problems in 7 Escapes and Police Interceptors.

  

  Jun 29, 2017 — Ford is recalling seven SUVs in two recalls to fix two separate problems. 2017 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle Ford says four model year 2017 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles are recalled to repair second-row seat attachment studs on seats with missing inboard attachments that may not hold occupants in a crash. Ford doesn't know of any crashes or injuries related to the vehicles that were built in Chicago on January 20, 2017. Dealers are ...

• Recall: Lexus ES 350 Cars Can Lose Steering Control Toyota recalls Lexus ES 350 cars that can drift or lose control due to tie-rod problems.

  

  Jun 29, 2017 — Toyota is recalling about 1,760 model year 2017 Lexus ES 350 cars that may experience a loss of steering control while driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hasn't released information about the recall, but Lexus says the cars have right side tie-rod assemblies that may not be installed correctly. The automaker says the ES 350 can drift to the right or left or lose the ability to be steered, but the problem can take time to develop and a ...

• Mazda Recalls Mazda3 and Mazda6 Over Rollaway Risk Mazda recalls about 228,000 Mazda3 and Mazda6 cars with parking brakes that can fail.

  

  Jun 29, 2017 — Mazda is recalling nearly 228,000 Mazda3 and Mazda6 cars to fix parking brake problems that may cause the cars to roll away. The 2014-2015 Mazda6 and 2014-2016 Mazda3 cars have brake calipers where water can enter and cause the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and bind. This can cause the parking brakes to not engage or completely disengage. Mazda first learned about possible problems in April 2015 when a Canadian owner reported the brakes dragged on ...

• Aston Martin Recalls V8 Vantage Cars Over Transmission Problems Aston Martin recalls 315 V8 Vantage cars that can unexpectedly shift into neutral.

  

  Jun 28, 2017 — Aston Martin is recalling 315 model year 2011-2012 V8 Vantage cars to fix transmissions that shift into neutral for no necessary reason. In 2012, the automaker updated the transmission software and engine control software, but the stored settings for the automatic clutch were not deleted and "re-taught." These stored settings are not compatible with the updated software. For the system to work correctly, the automatic clutch must be "taught" the correct ...

• Ford Recalls 402,000 Transit Vans For Driveshaft Problems Ford recalls Transit vans, but owners may wait a long time for permanent driveshaft repairs.

  

  Jun 28, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 402,000 Transit vans in North America to replace the driveshaft flexible couplings, a recall that apparently could take a while to complete. The 2015-2017 Transit vans can stop moving if the flexible couplings crack and separate from the driveshafts. In addition, a separation can cause the Transit to roll away when parked if the parking brake isn't applied. Ford also says a separation can damage brake and fuel lines, possibly ...

• Volvo XC90 Recalled to Fix Seat Belt Problems Volvo recalls 2017 XC90 SUVs with seat belt parts that can detach and become projectiles.

  

  Jun 27, 2017 — Volvo XC90 SUVs have seat belt problems, enough to cause a recall of 1,300 of the model year 2017 vehicles to fix third-row seat belts. Volvo says a small component inside the right-hand seat belt retractor called a micro gas generator can detach after the seat belt retractor pretensioner is deployed. The automaker says the seat belt will still work in a crash, but the gas generator can become a projectile inside the cabin if the generator detaches. In ...

• GM Recalls Chevrolet SS Cars Over Loss of Power Steering General Motors recalls 6,200 Chevy SS cars after increase in warranty claims about power steering.

  

  Jun 27, 2017 — General Motors is recalling more than 6,200 model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS cars that can lose power steering while driving due to steering gears. GM says manual steering will still function, but owners who have lost power steering while driving will tell you it's no picnic, especially when it happens while driving at slow speeds or around curves. GM says an employee reported an increase in warranty claims related to the steering gears on Chevy SS cars. The ...

• Chrysler Recalls Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric Minivans Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid minivans have labels with incorrect seating and weight info.

  

  Jun 21, 2017 — Chrysler is recalling 100 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid minivans because the seating and weight labels are wrong. The recall of the 2017 model year minivans comes shortly after the automaker recalled the same minivans for problems that cause a loss of propulsion. The 100 recalled minivans have tire labels that incorrectly say the minivans seat six occupants rather than the correct seven occupant capacity. In addition, the current labels say the combined weight ...

• Porsche Recalls Cayenne and Panamera Porsche recalls 18,000 Panamera and Cayenne vehicles over camshaft problems that stall engines.

  

  Jun 14, 2017 — Porsche is recalling nearly 18,000 vehicles because the engines can stall. Recalled are the 2010-2012 Panamera S, Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo, 2011-2012 Panamera and Panamera 4 and 2011 Porsche Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo. Porsche says the camshaft controllers in the cars may come loose inside the engines and cause the engines to stall. Porsche didn't say more about the recall and neither has the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, other than ...

• Chrysler Recalls Dodge Grand Caravans Over Airbag Problems More than 209,000 Dodge Grand Caravans have driver airbags that may deploy without a crash.

  

  Jun 14, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 209,000 model year 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan minivans because the driver's side airbags can suddenly deploy without a crash. The recall includes 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravans with steering wheel back cover designs with tabs, all built between August 23, 2010, to July 25, 2012. Chrysler says some 2012 Grand Caravans aren't included because the assembly plant started using protection for the instrument panel ...

• Sprinter 2500 and 3500 Vans Recalled Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans have wrong tire pressure labels.

  

  Jun 13, 2017 — Daimler Vans is recalling more than 1,200 model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans, all equipped with reinforced front axles. Daimler says the labels on the B pillars have tire pressure information that is too low for the tires. Running the vans with low tire pressure levels can increase the temperature of the tires and damage the tires. Daimler discovered the problem at an Argentina assembly plant in March 2017 after ...

• Chrysler Recalls Pacifica Hybrids That Stop Moving Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans have module and diode problems that cause loss of propulsion.

  

  Jun 13, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling nearly 1,700 model year 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans because customers are complaining about diodes that fail and cause the minivans to stop moving. Chrysler received reports in February about two minivans that experienced failures of the diodes in the power inverter modules at an assembly plant, then another report arrived in March. Between May 1 and May 12, six more Pacificas experienced diode failures, and by ...

• Jaguar Recalls F-TYPE Cars to Fix Turn Signal Problems Eighteen Jaguar F-TYPE cars recalled because drivers won't know if the turn signals fail.

  

  Jun 10, 2017 — Jaguar is recalling 18 model year 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE cars equipped with Highline headlights. Jaguar says if a front turn signal indicator stops working, the driver won't receive visual and audio turn signal warnings. Those turn signal reminders are supposed to flash or chime faster if the turn signals aren't working. It's a federal safety violation if the warnings aren't provided because a driver won't know that other drivers can't tell which way the F-TYPE ...

• BMW Recalls 2017 X5 M and X6 M Cars BMW X5 M and X6 M cars have 21-inch tires with tire labels that say 20-inch tires.

  

  Jun 10, 2017 — BMW is recalling 24 model year 2017 BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M cars equipped with 21-inch tires but with tire information labels that say the tires are 20-inch. The wrong tire size information could cause an owner to buy the wrong tires for the car. BMW is mailing affected owners corrected tire information labels, but with questions, contact the automaker at ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Jettas With Mismatched VINs Volkswagen Jetta cars have mismatched vehicle identification numbers.

  

  Jun 10, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling two model year 2017 Jetta cars that have vehicle identification number markings that don't match the VIN numbers printed on the plates near the windshields. This makes the two cars illegal according to regulatory requirements. The problem is so severe that Volkswagen must replace both the cars, something the automaker has already completed. CarComplaints.com has complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars and many other models of VW ...

• Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe Sports With Seat Belt Problems Hyundai recalls 17,000 Santa Fe Sport SUVs with seat belts that can detach in a crash.

  

  Jun 10, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling more than 17,000 model year 2017 Santa Fe Sport SUVs days after the automaker recalled the same vehicles, although for different problems. The previous recall involves more than 437,000 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport SUVs to fix hoods that can open while driving. The latest recall includes 2017 Santa Fe Sport SUVs to fix issues with the driver's side seat belt anchors that may not have been tightened properly during assembly. Bolts that ...

• Mazda Recalls RX-8 Cars Over Steering and Fire Risk Problems Mazda recalls 105,000 RX cars in two recalls, one recall a repeat of a previous recall.

  

  Jun 7, 2017 — Mazda is recalling nearly 105,000 RX-8 cars in two U.S. recalls, both to fix defects that can cause serious problems for drivers, occupants and property. 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 Recall The largest recall includes about 69,450 model year 2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 cars to fix gas leaks that can cause the cars to burn. The automaker says the main fuel pump pipe can crack due to heat from the engine and the exhaust. That crack will allow gas to leak, and from there any ...

• Hyundai Recalls Sonata and Genesis Over Parking Brake Switches Hyundai recalls 161,000 Sonata and Genesis cars with parking brake switches that can fail.

  

  Jun 7, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling more than 161,000 model year 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis cars because of parking brake problems. According to Hyundai, the warning light used to indicate when the parking brake is applied may not illuminate due to corrosion of the parking brake switch. This could cause a driver to possibly leave the parking brake engaged while trying to drive the car. In May 2017, Hyundai heard from regulators in South Korea about possibly ordering a ...

• Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe SUVs With Hoods That Can Fly Open Hyundai recalls 437,400 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport SUVs to fix hood latch cables.

  

  Jun 7, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling 437,400 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport SUVs because the hoods could open while driving. Hyundai says the 2013-2017 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport SUVs have secondary hood latch actuating cables that can corrode and bind, causing the secondary latch to stay unlatched when the hood is closed. If the primary latch fails or is opened for any reason, the secondary latch will fail to keep the hood closed. The recall will begin June 30, 2017, when ...

• Toyota Recalls Tacoma Trucks For Stalling Problems Toyota recalls 36,000 Tacoma trucks with engines that can misfire and stall at any speed.

  

  Jun 2, 2017 — Toyota Tacoma trucks are recalled to fix problems that can cause the engines to misfire and stall. Toyota is recalling about 36,000 model year 2016-2017 Tacoma trucks equipped with 6-cylinder engines, with about 32,000 of those trucks located in the U.S. The automaker says the crankshaft timing rotor may have been built with too much of the coating used to protect against corrosion. The extra coating can cause a sensor to malfunction and let the driver know ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles With Smoking Brakes Mercedes recalls 5,800 vehicles with brake pads that can stay in contact with the rotors.

  

  May 29, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 5,800 vehicles with brake problems that can cause smoke to be seen near the wheels. The vehicles can also feel as though they are trying to slow down due brake pads touching the rotors. The recalled vehicles include the following: 2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK 250 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC 300 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC 43 AMG Mercedes learned of incidents of brake systems heating up in ...

• BMW Recalls 45,400 Vehicles With Soft Close Doors BMW says soft close doors can open while driving or fail to shut when owners try to shut them.

  

  May 26, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 45,400 vehicles because the doors may look to be closed and latched when they aren't, meaning the doors can open while driving. All the vehicles are equipped with "comfort access" and "soft close automatic" doors that can experience two problems. Owners complain about doors that cannot be closed, and doors that unexpectedly open when driving. Recalled are 2005-2008 BMW 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li and B7 Alpina vehicles, ...

• Toyota Recalls Tundra and Sequoia Over Cracked Lug Nuts Southeast Toyota Distributors recalls Tundra trucks and Sequoia SUVs with Rockstar wheels.

  

  May 26, 2017 — Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling more than 1,300 trucks and SUVs to replace lug nuts that can break. The 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra trucks and Sequoia SUVs are equipped with 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. In February 2017, Southeast Toyota Distributors received a report from a dealer about a vehicle with four cracked lug nuts. Southeast gathered the lug nuts for an independent lab to test, finding ...

• Ford Recalls Trucks With Aftermarket Door Handle Covers Ford recalls F-150, F-250 and other trucks with aftermarket chrome door handle covers.

  

  May 25, 2017 — Ford is recalling 551 model year 2015-2017 Ford F-150 and 2017 F-250 to F-550 trucks equipped with Ford aftermarket chrome exterior door handle covers. The covers were sold as accessories from Ford dealers but don't pass federal safety standards. Ford says the chrome covers can experience inertial loads that could cause the doors to unlatch if the trucks are hit from the side. Although the doors could open in a crash, the automaker says it doesn't know of any ...

• Ford Recalls F-150, Explorer and Super Duty Over Bad Welds Ford says seatbacks may not hold in the 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550.

  

  May 25, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 2,400 vehicles because the seatbacks may not hold in a crash. Recalled are 2017 Explorer, Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles with bad welds used in the driver's side seatback frames. The welds are located between the seatback and the seatback recliner mechanism and will leave a driver's seatback unsecured in a crash, although Ford says no crashes or injuries have been reported. There are 2,195 recalled vehicles in ...

• Chrysler Recalls Jeep Compass SUVs That May Roll Away About 1,200 Jeep Compass SUVs have halfshafts that may break from the transmissions.

  

  May 23, 2017 — Chrysler is recalling nearly 1,200 model year 2017 Jeep Compass SUVs because they could quit moving while driving or roll away when parked. The problem is a left front halfshaft that can break or disengage from the transmission. In February 2017, Chrysler learned about an incident on a 2017 Jeep Compass where the left front halfshaft broke during assembly at the plant. The automaker sent the busted part to the supplier for testing, but the supplier couldn't ...

• Audi Recalls A7 Cars to Fix Head Curtain Airbags Audi recalls more than 17,000 A7 cars because the head curtain airbags weren't folded correctly.

  

  May 23, 2017 — Audi is recalling nearly 17,700 model year 2015-2017 A7 cars because of head curtain airbags that may fail to deploy properly in a crash. Audi says the problem is caused by the way the head curtain airbags were folded at the supplier, something the automaker learned about in September 2016 during routine monitoring of the cars. If the head curtain airbag doesn't unfold properly in a crash, a passenger will have an increased chance of injury, especially if ...

• Gulf States Toyota Recalls 4Runner, Camry and Other Models Gulf States Toyota recalls numerous models for loose roof racks and spare tire problems.

  

  May 22, 2017 — Gulf States Toyota is recalling more than 1,400 vehicles in two recalls, one simply because the spare tires may not have enough air in them. But in the largest recall, Gulf States says more than 1,000 model year 2016-2017 Toyota 4Runner SUVs are recalled if they are equipped with the TFORCE accessory package. If the 4Runner is equipped with that package, there is a chance the roof rack could detach and cause problems on the road. Gulf States says it installed ...

• TRW Ball Joints Recalled on Toyota Trucks and SUVs Toyota 4Runner, Sequoia and Tundra have aftermarket ball joints that can cause a loss of steering.

  

  May 20, 2017 — More than 6,200 TRW ball joints for use on Toyota vehicles are recalled because drivers could lose steering control. TRW Automotive sold the lower ball joints for Toyota 4Runner, Sequoia and Tundra trucks and SUVs, but those ball joints weren't built correctly. TRW told Toyota the left and right lower ball joints were equipped with vented dust shields on the ball joint studs that can allow all kinds of contaminants to enter. The ball joints will start to wear ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Passats Due to Fires From Grease Leaks VW recalls 84,000 Passat cars at risk of fires caused by faulty driveshaft heat shields.

  

  May 19, 2017 — Volkswagen Passat cars are recalled after VW received reports of car fires caused by leaking grease. More than 84,000 model year 2012-2014 Passats are included in the recall and all equipped with diesel engines and direct-shift transmissions. The fire risk is caused by an underbody heat shield that may not be long enough to protect parts from grease leaks. VW knew in July 2016 about fires that were damaging the half-shaft grease boot pipes. Engineers ...

• Honda CR-V and Acura RDX Recalled For Invisible Ink Honda and Acura SUVs have labels with ink that can be removed with common cleaning chemicals.

  

  May 18, 2017 — Honda is recalling more than 1,400 vehicles because of the dreaded label problems that cause more recalls than anyone wants to admit. However, most label recalls involve incorrect text printed on the labels, not text that disappears for eternity. Honda says 1,425 model year 2017 Honda CR-V and Acura RDX SUVs in the U.S. are recalled to replace the certification labels attached to the driver-side doorjambs. Honda says the labels on the CR-V and RDX vehicles ...

• Honda Recalls CR-V Engines With the Wrong Pistons Honda says replacement engines in 16 CR-V SUVs have the wrong pistons that can cause stalling.

  

  May 18, 2017 — Nothing like finding out your replacement engine needs to be replaced, but that's the case for 16 model year 2015-2016 Honda CR-V SUVs. The vehicles previously had their engine short blocks replaced in the U.S., but the short blocks may have been built with pistons specifically for markets outside the U.S. The automaker can thank a technician at a dealership for realizing the wrong pistons were used in the engine short blocks. Honda learned about the problem ...

• GM Recalls Chevy Spark to Fix Passenger Airbags Chevrolet Spark recalled to fix airbags that could harm young children in the passenger seats.

  

  May 18, 2017 — General Motors is recalling more than 55,000 model year 2016-2017 Chevy Spark cars because the front passenger airbags could harm occupants. If the front passenger seat is occupied by a young child not wearing a seat belt, the airbag may cause neck injuries. GM didn't release more details and neither did the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, other than the automaker doesn't know how to fix the problem and is currently working on a solution, so ...

• Chrysler Recalls 1.2 Million Ram Trucks Over Deadly Defect More than 1.2 million Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks recalled after one death and two injuries.

  

  May 15, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 1.2 million Ram trucks to fix side airbags and seat belt pretensioners that may fail in a crash. The problem is serious as the automaker says it knows of one death, two crashes and two injuries that may be related to the airbags and pretensioners failing to deploy. Affected trucks include the 2013-2016 Ram 1500 and 2500 and the 2014-2016 Ram 3500 that may experience problems in rollover crashes. Chrysler learned ...

• Audi Recalls 240,000 Q5 and Q7 SUVs to Prevent Gas Leaks Audi expands previous recall of Q5 and Q7 SUVs because the fuel pump flanges can crack.

  

  May 15, 2017 — Audi is expanding a previous recall involving 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles with fuel pump flanges that can leak gas, leading to the possibility of fires. More than 240,000 vehicles are part of the recall, expanding upon the 2016 recall of 143,200 SUVs . In the 2016 recall, Audi said Q5 and Q7 owners were complaining about the smell of gas in the SUVs. Engineers found that small cracks in the fuel pump flanges could leak fuel, but the ...

• Jaguar Recalls 7 XE Cars For Possible Fuel Leaks Jaguar XE recalled to replace diesel fuel return hoses that can leak.

  

  May 11, 2017 — Jaguar is recalling seven model year 2017 XE cars to fix possible fuel leaks that can cause fires. Jaguar says the seven cars are equipped with 2-liter diesel engines that have fuel return hoses that can leak diesel fuel onto the roads or onto hot engine components. The recall will begin June 19, 2017. Jaguar dealers will replace the fuel return hoses on the affected XE cars. If you own a 2017 Jaguar XE and have questions, contact the automaker at ...

• Volkswagen Recalls CC Cars Over the Wrong Headrests VW says 23 CC mid-size cars were equipped with the wrong head restraints.

  

  May 11, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling 23 model year 2016-2017 CC vehicles because they may have the wrong seat headrests. The wrong headrests can fail to protect the head of an occupant in a crash and is a violation of federal safety regulations. The head restraints that were installed are used for all locations outside the U.S. because the standards are different. VW calls these the RoW headrests, meaning "rest of the world." The RoW head restraint is adjustable in six ...

• Three Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans Recalled Daimler recalls 3 vans due to computer problems that can affect vital systems.

  

  May 10, 2017 — Daimler Vans is recalling three vans because computer problems can cause all kinds of systems to malfunction, including the electronic stability control systems, the airbag control units and the engine management software. Recalled are 2013-2014 Freightliner Sprinter and 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans with software that can conflict with some of the systems. It seems the three vans received software updates in the past that caused the conflicts with the ...

• Chrysler Recalls 114,000 Ram ProMaster Vans Ram ProMaster vans recalled because labels say airbags are 'advanced' when they are not.

  

  May 7, 2017 — Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling nearly 114,000 Ram ProMaster vans because they are equipped with the wrong airbag labels. Chrysler says 2014-2017 ProMaster vans may have incorrect sun visor and dashboard labels, as well as owner's manual information, concerning the frontal driver and passenger airbags. The incorrect information can cause an occupant to sit closer to the airbags than they should, increasing the risk of injuries if the airbags deploy in a crash. ...

• Nissan Recalls Versa and Versa Note Over Takata Airbags Nissan Versa and Versa Note passenger airbags can fail to deploy properly in a crash.

  

  May 7, 2017 — Nissan is recalling about 510 model year 2017 Versa and Versa Note cars for Takata airbag trouble, but the automaker says it's not related to the millions of vehicles at risk of the airbags exploding. Working with Takata, Nissan engineers determined a ring plate used to secure the airbag cushion to the passenger frontal airbag assembly can fail. The failure won't cause a rupture of the airbag inflator, but in a crash the airbag won't deploy properly. The ...

• Buick LaCrosse Recalled To Fix Rear Suspension Problems GM recalls 2017 Buick LaCrosse after finding loose bolts can cause a loss of vehicle control.

  

  May 6, 2017 — General Motors is recalling more than 11,200 model year 2017 Buick LaCrosse cars that can go out of control because of rear suspension toe links. In October 2016, GM was notified about a toe link that was installed incorrectly on a rear suspension module and an inspection discovered 1.5 percent of the 1,645 vehicles inspected had the toe links installed backward. However, GM treated the subject as minor because engineers determined that even with the backward ...

• Porsche Recalls 51,500 Macans to Fix Fuel Pump Problems Porsche Macan recalled after automaker discovered fuel can leak from the fuel pump filter flanges.

  

  May 5, 2017 — Fuel pump problems and gas leaks have caused Porsche to recall nearly 51,500 model year 2015-2017 Macan S, Macan Turbo, 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the Performance Package and Macan GTS SUVs. The Porsche recall stems from a 2016 recall of Audi vehicles for the same fuel pump problems. Porsche had been monitoring any possible problems in models equipped with the same fuel pump parts looking for hairline cracks that can appear on the fuel filter flanges of the ...

• Acura TLX Recalled to Fix Transmission Problems About 8,300 model year 2015 Acura TLX cars recalled that can go into 'failsafe' mode.

  

  May 3, 2017 — Acura is recalling about 8,300 model year 2015 Acura TLX V6 cars equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. In September 2016, Acura informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) about plans to recall the cars to update the transmission software, but there was a delay of sorts. Acura says it couldn't reach an agreement with NHTSA on the language of the recall, so the automaker went ahead and notified owners and started recall ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles With Seat Belt Problems Mercedes recalls 12,700 vehicles with bad seat belt pretensioners that can fail during a crash.

  

  May 1, 2017 — Seat belts and seat belt pretensioners have been listed as the cause of many vehicle recalls and the latest Mercedes-Benz recall adds to the list. The automaker says more than 12,700 vehicles are equipped with seat belt pretensioners that may fail in a crash. Mercedes says the following vehicles are affected: 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe 4Matic 2017 ...

• Nissan Recalls LEAF and Sentra to Fix Airbags Nissan recalls 25,280 LEAF and Sentra cars to replace passenger airbag inflators.

  

  Apr 30, 2017 — Nissan has recalled more than 25,280 cars to fix passenger frontal airbags that can fail in a crash, although it's not related to Takata or Autoliv, two airbag companies that have experienced problems recently. Recalled are 2015-2017 Nissan LEAF and 2014, 2015 and 2017 Nissan Sentra cars with airbags that may have trouble with components inside the airbag inflators. Nissan says this recall involves Daicel, a tier 5 supplier that made errors when manufacturing ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls SUVs That May Lose Steering Ability About 10,800 Mercedes-Benz G550, G63 AMG and G65 AMG SUVs recalled to fix steering.

  

  Apr 29, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 10,800 SUVs at risk of losing the ability to be steered. Recalled are 2013-2016 G550, G63 AMG and 2016 G65 AMG SUVs with steering couplings that may not be tight enough. If the steering coupling is loose, the steering coupling interlock can wear down due to an increased force on the parts and a driver can lose steering function. In March 2015, a failed steering coupling was reported to Mercedes-Benz, something the ...

• Toyota Recalls 228,000 Tacoma Trucks to Fix Rear Differentials Toyota recalls 2016-2017 Tacoma trucks to fix rear differentials that leak oil.

  

  Apr 27, 2017 — Toyota Tacoma trucks are recalled after the automaker discovered the rear differentials on 2016-2017 Tacomas can leak oil and possibly cause drivers to lose control. Toyota says about 228,000 Tacoma trucks have rear differentials that can be damaged if oil starts to leak. A driver may hear noise once damage occurs and feel reduced propulsion, and the differential could seize if enough damage is done. The recall is good news for consumers who have experienced ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls E300, E300 4Matic and C300 Mercedes-Benz recalls 430 vehicles in three recalls for three safety defects.

  

  Apr 27, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 430 vehicles in three separate recalls for three separate safety defects. Most of the vehicles (411) are recalled because the roof-mounted spoilers can detach while driving. Mercedes-Benz E300 and E300 4Matic The 411 vehicles include the 2016-2017 E300 and 2017 E300 4Matic that can cause a circus while in front of other vehicles on a road. Mercedes says the roof-mounted spoilers may not have been attached properly and can ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 58,300 Cars to Fix Power Steering Problems Mercedes-Benz recalls vehicles at risk of water entering the power steering control units.

  

  Apr 22, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 58,300 vehicles at risk of losing their power steering while driving. The automaker names the following models: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz E400 4Matic Coupe 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350d 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG Coupe 4Matic 2016 ...

• Tesla Recalls Model S and Model X to Replace Parking Brakes Tesla recalls 53,000 cars and SUVs to replace electric parking brakes that won't disengage.

  

  Apr 20, 2017 — Tesla is recalling about 53,000 Model S cars and Model X SUVs worldwide to replace electric parking brakes that may have trouble releasing after the brakes are engaged. Tesla says the recalled model year 2016 vehicles were manufactured between February and October of 2016 and equipped with electric parking brakes with gears inside that can break. A broken gear means a broken parking brake that will get stuck after it's engaged, not exactly causing a safety ...

• Subaru Recalls Imprezas to Fix Stalling Problems 2017 Subaru Impreza cars recalled after reports of rough idling and stalling engines.

  

  Apr 18, 2017 — The 2017 Subaru Impreza is recalled for the second time in about five weeks, this time involving more than 33,000 Impreza cars that can stall because of a lack of fuel pressure. Subaru blames the problem on winter fuels used in North America that may vaporize prematurely in the fuel lines, causing a loss of fuel pressure. The fuel may begin to vaporize in the fuel line under higher ambient temperatures, at low speeds or while the car is stopped. Premature ...

• Mitsubishi Recalls Outlanders to Fix Door Latch Problems Mitsubishi recalls 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport SUVs with door latches that can fail.

  

  Apr 15, 2017 — Mitsubishi is recalling more than 35,600 model year 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport SUVs with doors that may open while the vehicles are moving. Mitsubishi says components inside the door latches may be out of specification and cause the latches to fail in high temperatures. The automaker learned about the problem in July 2016 when a report came in from Japan about a problem closing a rear Outlander door. Mitsubishi opened an investigation and by December ...

• Ram 1500 Recalled to Fix Differential Problems Chrysler recalls 30 Ram 1500 trucks that can go out of control without warning.

  

  Apr 12, 2017 — About 30 Ram 1500 truck owners should pay attention to this recall if you own a 2016-2017 Ram 1500. Fiat Chrysler says the differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up. A broken or locked-up differential can send the truck out of control while it loses torque to move forward. The Ram 1500 truck recall will begin around May 7, 2017, when dealers will replace the differential retaining ...

• Hyundai Recalls Elantra Cars That Lose Power Steering About 99 Hyundai Elantras are at risk of suddenly losing power steering without warning.

  

  Apr 12, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling 99 model year 2017 Hyundai Elantra compact cars because they can suddenly lose power steering. Hyundai says damaged electronic power steering connectors are the cause of the problem, a problem that won't be fun if it happens while driving at slow speeds or around a curve. Hyundai dealers will need to replace the power steering motors, something that should get underway toward the end of April 2017. If you own a 2017 Hyundai Elantra and ...

• Honda Pilots Recalled to Replace Gas Tanks Honda recalls 136 Pilot SUVs to replace gas tanks that can crack and leak fuel.

  

  Apr 8, 2017 — Honda Pilot SUVs need new gas tanks, at least for 136 model year 2016 Honda Pilots. The automaker says problems occurred during manufacturing where the wrong material was used to form the fuel tanks and causing a bond that isn't strong enough. That weak bond won't hold after enough heat exposure, time and vibrations, eventually causing the gas tank walls to separate. From that point the gas will leak, and leaking gas near any ignition source is nothing but ...

• Honda Recalls 2003 Accord to Replace Takata Airbags About 37,400 model year 2003 Honda Accords recalled over Takata passenger airbag inflators.

  

  Apr 7, 2017 — Honda is recalling more Accords to replace Takata airbags at risk of exploding when they deploy. More than 37,400 model year 2003 Honda Accords equipped with four-cylinder engines will be called back to dealers to determine if original passenger frontal airbags were replaced with dangerous Takata airbag inflators. In December 2016, Honda was notified of an abnormal airbag deployment in a 2003 Honda Accord that occurred to both frontal airbags. The automaker ...

• Recall: MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman Nearly 17,000 MINI Cooper vehicles recalled to fix brake lights that don't work when they should.

  

  Apr 7, 2017 — BMW is recalling nearly 17,000 MINI Cooper vehicles with brake lights that go out when they should go on. BMW says the 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman have bumper-mounted brake lights that stop working when the brakes are applied at the same time the turn signals are activated. The vehicles are equipped with brake lights embedded within the rear bumpers on the left- and right-end of the vehicles. Each brake light consists of ...

• Hyundai Recalls Sonata and Santa Fe Sport After Engines Seize Hyundai recalls 572,000 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles to replace the engine short blocks.

  

  Apr 6, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling 572,000 model year 2013-2014 Hyundai Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles because the engines can seize. Hyundai says machining errors occurred when the engines were built and those errors can cause the engine bearings to wear out early. Those prematurely worn bearings will cause the engine to lock up, something a dealer will need to fix by replacing the engine short block. This is a problem Hyundai has been forced to deal with for years, ...

• Kia Recalls Optima, Sorento and Sportage After GDI Engines Seize Kia recalls 618,000 Optima, Sorento and Sportage vehicles to replace the engine assemblies.

  

  Apr 6, 2017 — Kia is recalling more than 618,000 model year 2011-2014 Kia Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles because the engine bearings can wear out too early and cause the engines to seize. Kia says machining problems occurred during manufacturing, something dealers will need to fix by replacing the engine assemblies. Theta GDI Engine Problems Kia says the problem goes back to at least 2015 when the automaker learned Hyundai had ordered a recall ...

• Audi Recalls A3 and S3 to Repair Airbag Problems About 11,600 Audi A3 and S3 sedans are recalled to fix airbags that can deploy with too much force.

  

  Apr 5, 2017 — Audi is recalling more than 11,600 model year 2017 Audi A3 and S3 sedans after the automaker found problems with the passenger frontal airbags. In a lower-speed crash, the passenger airbag control unit software can deploy the airbag incorrectly if the front passenger is sitting on the edge of the seat or lying in the seat in a reclined position. Continental Corporation, the supplier of the affected airbag components, determined the cause of the problems after ...

• Kia Recalls Niro To Fix Power Steering Problems Kia recalls 135 Niro SUVs that can lose their electric power steering.

  

  Apr 2, 2017 — Kia is recalling 135 model year 2017 Niro crossover SUVs that can lose power steering due to damaged motor driven power steering connectors. Losing power steering can be trouble while driving at slow speeds or around curves, so Kia dealers will need to replace the motor driven power steering connectors when the recall begins on April 7, 2017. Concerned 2017 Kia Niro owners should call the automaker at 800-333-4542 and ask for information about recall number ...

• Ford Recalls F-250 Trucks Over Rollaway Dangers More than 52,600 Ford F-250 gas-powered trucks recalled to keep them from rolling away.

  

  Apr 1, 2017 — Ford is recalling about 52,600 of its 2017 Ford F-250 gasoline-powered 6.2-liter trucks to fix problems that can cause the trucks to roll away and hit anything the trucks want to hit. Ford says the F-250 trucks run on gasoline (not diesel) and can roll away even when the trucks are in PARK. The automaker blames the rollaway risk on a damaged park rod actuating plate that may not move the automatic transmission into PARK. Although the trucks can move with the ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2,300 Vehicles in 4 Recalls Mercedes recalls numerous models for airbag, headlight and door problems.

  

  Mar 31, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz has ordered four recalls involving about 2,300 vehicles for four different safety defects. The largest recall involves about 2,213 model year 2016 smart fortwo minicars to adjust the headlights. Mercedes says the horizontal headlight adjustment mechanism may not have been sealed to prevent consumers from adjusting the headlights. Owners are not legally able to adjust the horizontal headlights because the lights could be adjusted in a way that ...

• Kia Cadenza Recalled to Fix Brake Vacuum Hoses Kia recalls Cadenza after finding the brake vacuum hoses can kink and decrease braking ability.

  

  Mar 31, 2017 — Kia is recalling 47 model year 2017 Kia Cadenza cars with brake vacuum hoses that can kink and cause problems with braking performance. At the least, a kinked hose can cause longer stopping distances and do it without any warning. The recall is scheduled to begin April 17, 2017, when dealers will replace the affected brake vacuum hoses. If you own a 2017 Kia Cadenza and have questions about the recall, please call the automaker at 800-333-4542. Kia's number ...

• Ford Door Latch Recall For Fiesta, Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Ford Fiesta, Fusion and Lincoln MKZ have more door latch problems, about 211,000 of them.

  

  Mar 30, 2017 — Ford door latch problems have caused another recall, this time for about 211,000 model year 2014 Ford Fiesta, 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The recall is part of an ongoing problem with Ford vehicles that have already caused the recalls of millions of vehicles. Ford door latch problems are caused by pawl spring tabs that can break in the side door latches. A busted pawl spring tab will prevent a door from being closed or possibly ...

• Ford Recalls Escape, Fiesta ST, Fusion and Transit Connect After 29 Fires Ford recalls 230,000 vehicles at risk of catching on fire due to overheating engines.

  

  Mar 30, 2017 — Ford is recalling 230,000 1.6-liter GTDI vehicles because they could catch on fire under the hoods, something that has occurred at least 29 times. Recalled are 2014 Ford Escape, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and 2013-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles that can overheat due to a lack of antifreeze. Ford says a lack of coolant circulation could cause the engine to overheat and experience a crack in the cylinder head. A cracked head can cause ...

• Chrysler Recalls 2014 Fiat 500L For Hesitation Problems About 30,000 Fiat 500L cars have problems associated with the gas pedals and acceleration.

  

  Mar 30, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling nearly 30,000 model year 2014 Fiat 500L cars with problems related to the gas pedals. The Fiat 500L can hesitate when the driver eases off the accelerator pedal and then pushes the pedal. The automaker says the hesitation only occurs momentarily and can be resolved by completely releasing the gas pedal, then pressing on the pedal. FCA says it found the problem during a review of data received from the field. "Twice ...

• Ford Recalls 2017 Edge SUVs to Fix Windshield Headers Ford Edge recalled after automaker discovers missing welds in the windshield header areas.

  

  Mar 29, 2017 — The 2017 Ford Edge is recalled because about 111 SUVs may have been built without welds in the windshield header portions of the sheet metal. Those welds are important because the structural integrity can be compromised in a side-impact crash. However, Ford says it doesn't know of any accidents or injuries related to the missing welds. The Edge SUVs were built February 21 and 22, 2017, with about 84 of those SUVs located in the U.S., 26 in Canada and just one ...

• Ford Recalls F-450 and F-550 Trucks to Replace Driveshafts 2017 Ford F-450 and F-550 trucks recalled to repair severe problems with driveshafts that can break.

  

  Mar 29, 2017 — Ford is recalling nearly 550 model year 2017 Ford F-450 and 550 trucks to replace the driveshafts, not a good sign for brand new trucks. In fact, the problem is so serious that all kinds of components can break, including the transmission and driveshaft components. The automaker says the F-450 and F-550 trucks can experience driveshaft vibrations caused by a condition that occurs in the powertrain systems at speeds above 75 mph. The problem is caused by a ...

• Fiat 500X Recalled to Fix Tire Pressure Monitoring System Fiat recalls 280 model year 2017 Fiat 500x SUVs to repair TPMS warning lights.

  

  Mar 28, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler is recalling about 280 model year 2017 Fiat 500X compact SUVs to repair tire pressure monitoring system warning lights that may not illuminate. This means a person who can't check their tires by looking at them or using a tire pressure gauge may not know the tire is underinflated. Nevertheless, the government requires tire pressure monitoring systems to work, so dealers will need to update the instrument panel software. Fiat didn't say much ...

• Jaguar F-PACE and Land Rover Range Rover Recalled About 230 Land Rover Range Rovers and Jaguar F-PACE vehicles recalled.

  

  Mar 28, 2017 — Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 205 model year 2016 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport SUVs because the passenger frontal airbag inflator initiators may fail to ignite during a crash, causing the airbag to fail. The recall is expected to begin May 1, 2017. Land Rover dealers will need to replace the front passenger airbags, but until then, owners with questions should call Land Rover at 800-637-6837 and use recall number N026. In a separate recall, ...

• Nissan Murano Recalled to Fix Power Steering Hoses Nissan recalls over 56,000 Murano SUVs to fix power steering hoses that can leak fluid.

  

  Mar 25, 2017 — About 56,800 Nissan Murano SUVs are recalled to fix power steering hose leaks that could cause the 2013-2014 Muranos to catch on fire. The automaker says it learned of an incident in 2016 that occurred outside the U.S. where a Murano owner had trouble with a leaking power steering hose. Engineers for the supplier (LS-Mtron) looked into the issue and found the power steering hose separated due to abnormal usage in high temperatures, but they couldn't duplicate ...

• Mercedes-Benz Vans Recalled Over Risk of Fires Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans recalled to fix driveshaft brackets.

  

  Mar 24, 2017 — Daimler Vans is recalling more than 1,300 vans in two recalls, the largest recall ordered to fix vans at risk of catching on fire. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500/3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 2500/3500 About 1,250 model year 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans have serious problems that can cause damage to the fuel systems and result in fires. Daimler determined the bracket bearing of the driveshaft may not ...

• Maserati Recalls Levante SUVs to Fix Transmission Problems Maserati Levante owners complain that driving slow causes transmissions to shift into neutral.

  

  Mar 22, 2017 — Maserati is recalling 3,300 model year 2017 Levante SUVs to fix problems that cause the transmissions to shift into neutral or possibly cause the engines to shut down. In January 2017, Maserati recalled Levante S vehicles for the same problems, but the automaker learned of more reports and attempted to replicate the symptoms and found the process difficult. Engineers finally created and validated new software and started using it in production on February 21, ...

• Volkswagen Touareg, Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet Recalled Nearly 21,000 VW and Audi vehicles recalled for seat belt problems and fuel leaks.

  

  Mar 18, 2017 — Volkswagen has ordered two recalls involving Audi and VW vehicles with problems related to fuel filters and seat belt retractors and pretensioners. Volkswagen Touareg Recall Nearly 21,000 model year 2007-2010 VW Touareg SUVs are recalled, all with fuel filter flanges that may crack and allow fuel to leak out, leading to the possibility of fires. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration contacted Volkswagen about consumers making complaints about ...

• Hyundai Recalls 978,000 Sonata and Sonata Hybrids Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid cars recalled to fix seat belts that may detach in a crash.

  

  Mar 15, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling nearly 978,000 Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid cars to fix seat belts that can detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners. Recalled are 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid cars after an investigation was opened by federal safety regulators in January. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened the Sonata investigation after two crash reports of seat belts that detached. The investigation was originally ...

• Ford Recalls 2017 Mustangs to Repair Door Handles Ford says about 5,700 Mustang cars have doors that could open during a crash.

  

  Mar 15, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 5,750 model year 2017 Ford Mustangs to repair problems with the return springs on the left-hand interior door handles. Ford says the Mustangs have left-hand door handles that may have been built with return springs that are out of position. The door could unlatch in a side impact if the interior door handle return spring is unseated, primarily due to loads placed on the door handle. Although a door opening during a crash is never a ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Beetle and Jetta For Wrong Tire Labels VW recalls more than 5,600 Beetle and Jetta cars with incorrect tire pressure load rating labels.

  

  Mar 13, 2017 — Volkswagen has ordered two recalls that involve incorrect tire labels that could cause drivers to overload their vehicles. One recall has 4,875 model year 2017 Jettas being called back to install tire information labels and another 800 model year 2017 Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles are recalled to do the same. VW didn't go into details, but both recalls involve tire pressure labels with maximum vehicle load ratings printed on the labels that are too high. This ...

• BMW Recalls X5 and X6 to Replace Driveshafts BMW recalls 122,000 X5 and X6 vehicles to fix driveshaft and U-joint problems, again.

  

  Mar 11, 2017 — BMW is recalling nearly 122,000 vehicles to replace the front driveshafts, an expansion of a 2016 recall for the same problems. Affected are the following 2011-2014 models: 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i 2011-2013 X5 xDrive50i 2011-2013 X5 M 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35d 2011-2014 X6 xDrive35i 2011-2014 X6 xDrive50i 2011-2014 X6 M 2011 x6 ActiveHybrid Since the first recall in 2016, BMW monitored the problem and noticed an increase in ...

• Subaru Recalls 2017 Impreza After Rear-View Camera Screens Fail Subaru Impreza recalled after owners complained about backup camera screens going blank.

  

  Mar 11, 2017 — Subaru is recalling more than 25,500 model year 2017 Impreza cars to fix rear-view camera display screens that can go blank or freeze, leaving owners without the ability to know what is happening behind them when backing up. Subaru opened an investigation in December 2016 after receiving a report about a blank screen on the infotainment unit while the vehicle was in reverse. The automaker spent the next few months collecting parts from the field, and ...

• Nissan Versa Recall: Airbags Deploy From Shutting Doors Nissan recalls 2012 Versa cars to fix side airbags that can deploy when the doors are shut.

  

  Mar 11, 2017 — Nearly 55,000 model year 2012 Nissan Versa cars are recalled following a federal investigation into side airbags that deploy when the car doors are slammed. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)  opened an investigation in October 2016 after Versa owners complained about driver and passenger curtain and seat-mounted side airbags that deployed when shutting the front doors. Owners of 2012 Nissan Versa cars have told NHTSA the same stories ...

• Porsche Recalls 19,000 Vehicles in 3 Recalls Porsche recalls 911, Macan, Carrera, Targa, Boxter, GT3 and Cayman

  

  Mar 9, 2017 — Porsche is recalling more than 19,000 vehicles in three recalls, two that involve airbag problems and the other to fix windshields that can detach in a crash. Porsche Macan About 17,871 model year 2015-2016 Macan S, Macan Turbo and 2017 Macan GTS SUVs with front passenger airbags that can fail in a crash. In October 2016, Porsche noticed incidents related to activated airbag warning lights. Porsche investigated and engineers found defective sensor mats for ...

• BMW Recalls Vehicles to Replace Autoliv Airbag Modules BMW recalls nearly 300 vehicles with seat-mounted side airbags that can fail in a crash.

  

  Mar 8, 2017 — BMW is recalling nearly 300 vehicles to replace airbag modules in 2017 BMW 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4 and Rolls-Royce Dawn vehicles. The problematic airbags are the seat-mounted side airbags with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite. BMW says the generant mix ratio in some igniters, manufactured by Autoliv, does not meet specifications, causing the igniters to malfunction and the airbags to fail in a crash. The recall is expected to begin ...

• Jaguar Recalls 9 XF Cars to Look For Cracked Inner Sill Panels Jaguar XF cars at risk of fires in a side crash due to leaking underfloor fuel lines.

  

  Mar 8, 2017 — Jaguar is recalling nine model year 2017 Jaguar XF sedans to fix problems that could cause the cars to catch on fire in a crash. Jaguar says the XF cars may have cracked left-hand inner sill panels that can allow the underfloor fuel lines to rupture and leak gas. A crash on the left-hand side of the car can be too much for the inner sill panels to handle if they are cracked. Any fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could send the XF up in ...

• Ford Recalls Edge, Lincoln MKX and Lincoln Continental Ford recalls 32,000 cars and SUVs to replace Takata airbag modules.

  

  Mar 3, 2017 — Ford is recalling nearly 32,000 cars and SUVs due to airbag manufacturer Takata, although this Ford recall isn't related to the ongoing saga with Takata airbags that explode . Recalled are the 2016-2017 Ford Edge, 2016-2017 Lincoln MKX and 2017 Lincoln Continental with driver-side frontal airbags that may not inflate correctly in a crash. Takata contacted the automaker about problems with the airbag cushions that can detach from the airbag modules. In ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 354,000 Vehicles Over Fire Risk Mercedes says overheating problems related to the starter can melt components and cause fires.

  

  Mar 3, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 354,400 vehicles in the U.S. at risk of catching on fire due to starter components overheating and melting. More than 51 fires have been reported, 30 of those in the U.S., and more than 1 million cars and SUVs need repairs worldwide. Mercedes says the following cars and SUVs will need additional fuses installed in the electrical lines to the starters: 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz ...

• GM Recalls 2017 Buick LaCrosse to Fix Power Steering Problems More than 2,000 model year 2017 Buick LaCrosse cars can lose power steering.

  

  Mar 3, 2017 — General Motors is recalling more than 2,000 model year 2017 Buick LaCrosse cars that could lose power steering while driving. GM says the electrical connectors for the electronic power steering can become corroded by water, a problem caused by improper sealing. General Motors discovered the problem in October 2016 when employees were checking wire harnesses on two Buick LaCrosse cars and noticed the connectors were not seated properly in the electronic power ...

• Volvo Recalls XC90, S90 and V90 Cross Country Problems with inflatable curtain airbags cause Volvo to recall XC90, S90 and V90 Cross Country.

  

  Feb 26, 2017 — Volvo is recalling more than 5,500 model year 2017 XC90, S90, and V90 Cross Country cars and SUVs because of inflatable curtain airbags that may fail to deploy properly in a crash. Volvo recently received a report about repairs made to a courtesy handle located on the top side of the car where the technician found the top of a broken bolt from the inflatable curtain. Volvo found that bolts holding the inflatable curtain in place may have been subjected to ...

• Mazda Recalls 460,000 CX-5, MAZDA3 and MAZDA6 Vehicles Mazda orders worldwide recall of vehicles for problems with their diesel engines.

  

  Feb 26, 2017 — Mazda is recalling about 460,000 MAZDA3, MAZDA6 and Mazda CX-5 diesel vehicles worldwide at risk of stalling engines, gas leaks and fires. Information about the recall is limited as Mazda has not named where the vehicles are located and specific model years haven't been named. However, the automaker says all the vehicles were built between 2008 and 2017. Mazda Japan says the MAZDA3, MAZDA6 and Mazda CX-5 vehicles have problems in the fuel systems of the ...

• McLaren MP4-12C Recalled to Fix Takata Airbags McLaren recalls 360 MP4-12C cars after data shows Takata passenger airbags are dangerous.

  

  Feb 23, 2017 — McLaren Automotive is recalling nearly 360 model year 2012 MP4-12C cars to replace passenger-side Takata airbag inflators that may explode during a crash. The recall includes cars in the following locations only: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. McLaren says the passenger-side airbag modules are ...

• Sprinter 2500 and 3500 Vans Recalled Over Missing Parts More than 15,300 Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans were built without neccessary safety components.

  

  Feb 22, 2017 — Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans are part of three recalls involving more than 15,300 vans, but two of the recalls include only four Sprinter vans. The largest recall is for 15,338 model year 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans. Daimler Vans says the vans were built without reinforcement plates and brackets on the airbag control units used to protect the units in a crash. Engineers discovered the ...

• BMW Recalls i3 REx to Fix Leaking Fuel Tank Lines BMW recalls 20,000 vehicles to fix gas lines that can leak gas fumes, and to fix electrical problems

  

  Feb 21, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 20,000 vehicles in two recalls to fix stalling engines and to prevent fires caused by gas vapors. BMW i3 REx Recall About 19,130 model year 2014-2017 i3 REx vehicles have serious problems that could cause gas odors and fires. The REx in the name stands for "range extender," an option for the electric i3 that extends the range of the vehicle by using a gasoline-powered engine to power the electric motor once the battery level drops ...

• Chrysler Recalls Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 FCA recalls 75,000 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger cars due to loose driveshaft bolts.

  

  Feb 19, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling about 75,000 model year 2014-2017 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger all-wheel-drive cars that can suffer from disconnected front driveshafts. A disconnected front driveshaft can do many things, such as grind on the road, detach from the car while driving or damage the transmission and underbody components. It will also cause a car to stop forward movement, even in the middle of a busy highway. Chrysler received a report in ...

• Suzuki Grand Vitara Recall Ordered to Replace Gear Shifters Suzuki recalls 2009-2013 Grand Vitara because the gear shift levers keep breaking.

  

  Feb 19, 2017 — Suzuki is recalling nearly 800 model year 2009-2013 Grand Vitara SUVs in the U.S. to fix gear shifters that can break and make it impossible to shift gears. The gear shift rear shaft, which connects the shift lever and the manual transmission, can break due repeated right-to-left and left-to-right movement of the shift lever. The gear shifter problem was first discovered in July 2012 when Suzuki received a report from Nigeria about a customer who couldn't shift ...

• Mercedes-Benz Orders 5 Recalls For Numerous Defects Bolt, airbag, center console and windshield problems cause 5 Mercedes recalls.

  

  Feb 18, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz has ordered five recalls affecting numerous models for everything from airbag problems to windshields that can fly off the vehicles. Airbag Problems First up is a recall of more than 12,400 vehicles because the passenger airbags can deactivate and fail in a crash. Recalled are the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, E300 4Matic and E43 AMG with front passenger occupant detection control units that may not have been installed correctly. The problem can ...

• BMW Recall: Broken CV Joints and Damaged Cars BMW recalls 8,750 cars with rear driveshaft CV joints that can break and strand drivers.

  

  Feb 16, 2017 — BMW cars have CV joints that can break and leave drivers and their cars on the side of the road. The rear driveshaft CV (constant velocity) joint transfers torque between the transmission output shaft and the rear driveshaft. BMW says a busted CV joint means no power to the rear wheels, something that could occur at any time and has occurred to owners more than once. Recalled are about 8,750 of the following models: 2011-2012 BMW 135i Coupe 2011-2012 ...

• Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Cars Recalled, All 2,840 of Them Toyota recalls its hydrogen-powered Mirai to update the software for the fuel cell system.

  

  Feb 16, 2017 — Note: Original story appears below. Toyota is emphasizing the action for U.S. Mirai owners is not a recall, but a "customer satisfaction campaign." Toyota is recalling all 2,840 Mirai fuel cell cars due to problems that could cause the hydrogen-powered cars to stop moving. Although all-electric and hybrid cars are growing in popularity, Toyota markets fuel cell cars as the real cars of the future. While electric motors are used to move a fuel cell car, the ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 2017 Passat For Leaking Brake Lines Model year 2017 VW Passat cars recalled to replace brake lines that may leak brake fluid.

  

  Feb 15, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 1,000 model year 2017 Passat cars that can leave drivers with brake problems due to a lack of brake fluid. VW says it learned of the problem in January 2017 during routine testing at the assembly plant. Engineers traced the brake fluid leaks to end flares of the brake lines that were damaged during manufacturing, causing the seals to be faulty. A low brake fluid warning light will activate when the fluid reaches a certain ...

• Mazda Recalls MAZDA2, MAZDA3 and MAZDASPEED3 Mazda recalls 174,000 cars that can leave drivers sitting at an angle and incline.

  

  Feb 14, 2017 — Mazda has seat problems, enough so that the automaker is recalling nearly 174,000 cars to fix the problems. Mazda says the 2011 MAZDA2, 2010-2011 MAZDA3 and MAZDASPEED3 cars have seat height adjustment lifter links that can break and send drivers sitting at an angle. The automaker says the problem can be caused by a lack of strength of the lifter links or an incorrect method of attaching the lifter link push nuts. A driver may first notice noise and rattling ...

• Lamborghini Aventador Recalled Over Fire Dangers Lamborghini recalls $400,000 Aventador cars that can leak gas and catch on fire.

  

  Feb 14, 2017 — Lamborghini is recalling more than 1,450 model year 2012-2017 Aventador cars that can catch on fire due to gas leaks. The $400,000 cars have faults in the fuel tank's evaporative emissions systems that can cause gas vapors to not be treated properly. A driver will hear the engine idle at abnormally high speeds, something that can occur if the gas tank is overfilled. The automaker says fuel can reach the purge valves and cause the valves to malfunction, ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Two 2017 Jetta Cars VW recalls 2 Jettas because the engines can seize while driving.

  

  Feb 13, 2017 — The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta is recalled, at least for two vehicles somewhere in the U.S. VW says the two Jettas are equipped with 1.4-liter engines that can seize due to an improper casting of the blocks. A driver will have a tough time controlling the Jetta if the wheels suddenly lock up while driving at highway speeds. Volkswagen is giving two choices to the two owners (or one owner if they own both Jettas): VW will replace the engine block in the vehicle or ...

• Nissan Recalls Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4 SUVs Nissan recalls 46 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4 SUVs to replace Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Feb 13, 2017 — Nissan is recalling 46 model year 2002 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4 SUVs to replace front passenger-side Takata airbag inflators, less than a month after Nissan recalled more than 150,000 vehicles for the same problem . The inflators are at risk of exploding if the airbags deploy, leaving Nissan no choice but to replace the inflators in the older SUVs. Concerned owners should call 800-647-7261. CarComplaints.com created an online guide about the Takata ...

• Kia Recalls One (1) Optima to Fix Airbag Problems Kia recalls 1 model year 2016 Kia Optima to fix an airbag that won't inflate in a crash.

  

  Feb 13, 2017 — Kia is recalling one (1) model year 2016 Kia Optima to fix the end seal for the driver-side frontal airbag inflator that may not have been installed correctly. The problem won't cause the airbag to explode, but instead the airbag won't inflate properly. A Kia owner shouldn't be jumping up to look at their Optima because the one recalled vehicle is in the inventory of a Kia dealer. CarComplaints.com has complaints about the Kia Optima ...

• Porsche Recalls Boxster, Carrera, Cayman and Targa Porsche recalls cars and engines at risk of fires from gas leaks.

  

  Feb 9, 2017 — Porsche is recalling about 4,100 cars and 37 engines to repair problems that can cause gas leaks and fires. The recalled cars include the: 2017 911 Carrera 2017 911 Carrera S 2017 911 Carrera 4 2017 911 Carrera 4S 2017 911 Targa 4 2017 911 Targa 4S + GTS 2017 911 Carrera Cabriolet 2017 911 Carrera S Cabriolet 2017 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet 2017 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet 2017 718 Boxster 2017 718 Boxster S 2017 718 ...

• General Motors Recalls Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky GM says Saturn Sky and Pontiac Solstice passenger airbags may fail in a crash.

  

  Feb 9, 2017 — General Motors has airbag system problems, something that has led to the recall of 91,000 model year 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky cars. The cars have passenger airbag suppression systems designed to determine whether the passenger seat is occupied by a child and whether the front passenger airbag should be suppressed during a crash. The system uses a flexible sensor mat inside the passenger seat and pressure on the seat from an occupant ...

• Hyundai Recalls 2017 Elantra For Bad Brake Boosters 2017 Hyundai Elantra cars recalled after owners complain about a loss of power brakes.

  

  Feb 9, 2017 — Hyundai is recalling about 33,800 Hyundai Elantra cars to fix problems with the brake boosters because they can fail due to vacuum leaks and cause a loss of power braking. Hyundai was notified in December 2016 that a supplier was receiving an increase of orders for replacement brake boosters for 2017 Elantras. Four customers complained about the effort it took to use the brake pedals, so Hyundai collected the parts and started an investigation with the brake ...

• General Motors Recalls Chevrolet Cruze Cars to Fix Seats GM says about 17,000 Chevy Cruze cars have front seats that can break during a crash.

  

  Feb 8, 2017 — General Motors is recalling more than 17,190 Chevrolet Cruze cars to fix problems with the seatback recliner mechanisms. Recalled are 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles after the automaker learned certain suppliers experienced problems but didn't tell GM about the problems. In September 2016, GM learned of warranty claims concerning loose seatbacks in two Cruze cars, then a third report arrived and caused GM to investigate warranty claims by collecting ...

• GM Recalls 2017 Chevrolet Suburban HD Vehicles General Motors says 2017 Chevy Suburbans have the wrong outside mirrors.

  

  Feb 5, 2017 — General Motors is recalling more than 200 model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Suburban HD vehicles because they were assembled with a convex right-hand outside mirror, instead of a non-convex (flat) right-hand outside mirror. This is a violation of federal safety standards because the driver may misjudge the distance of other vehicles. GM doesn't know when the mirror recall will begin, but dealers will eventually replace the convex mirror with a non-convex mirror ...

• BMW Recalls 230,000 Vehicles to Replace Takata Airbag Modules BMW recalls cars that may have defective driver-side replacement airbag inflators.

  

  Feb 4, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 230,000 vehicles to replace driver-side Takata airbag modules to make sure the airbags don't explode during a crash. The recalled vehicles include the following: 2000-2002 BMW 320i 2000-2002 BMW 323i 2000-2002 BMW 325i 2000-2002 BMW 325xi 2000-2002 BMW 330i 2000-2002 BMW 330xi 2000-2002 BMW 323Ci 2000-2002 BMW 325Ci 2000-2002 BMW 330Ci 2000-2002 BMW M3 2000-2002 BMW 323iT 2000-2002 BMW ...

• Maserati Recalls 50,000 Cars to Prevent Fires Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli and Levante cars at risk of fuel leaks, electrical shorts and fires.

  

  Feb 4, 2017 — Maserati is recalling more than 50,000 cars in two recalls to fix problems that can cause fires. Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli and Levante Recall Maserati is recalling more than 39,300 cars after at least one car fire was reported. Recalled are 2014-2017 Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante cars with front seats that can rub against wiring and cause electrical shorts and fires. In December 2015, Maserati opened an investigation due to a report from Korea about ...

• Nissan Altima Recalled After Rear Doors Kept Opening Nissan recalls 341,000 Altima cars after consumers keep reporting the rear doors open while driving.

  

  Feb 3, 2017 — Problems with Nissan Altima rear doors suddenly opening have caused the recall of 341,000 model year 2015-2017 Altima cars after consumers complained the doors opened while the cars were moving. In 2016, Nissan was notified about an incident that involved a rear door unexpectedly opening in an Altima, causing engineers to open an investigation. Testing couldn't replicate the problem, but another car experienced the problem in the field and this time engineers ...

• Daimler Vans USA Recalls Vans Over Takata Airbags Daimler recalls 11,279 vans to replace Takata airbag modules with bad inflators.

  

  Jan 30, 2017 — Daimler Vans USA is once again caught up in the Takata recall mess that has dominated the lives of too many people. Daimler says 11,279 vans are recalled to replace passenger frontal airbag modules that hold dangerous metal inflators that can explode. Takata recently expanded the recalls of millions of airbag inflators by adding another 5.7 million to the list, and this Daimler Vans recall is part of that expansion. As with Takata recalls of the past, the ...

• Infiniti Recalls 2017 QX30 SUVs to Fix Autoliv Airbags Infiniti says Autoliv airbags installed in 2017 QX30 SUVs can fail to deploy in a crash.

  

  Jan 28, 2017 — Infiniti is recalling more than 500 model year 2017 QX30 SUVs due to defective airbags made by Autoliv, a company that has been having problems lately, not nearly as much as Takata, but still enough problems to cause concern. Infiniti is warning owners to not allow passengers to ride in the front passenger seats until the cars are repaired. Replacement parts won't be available until February 2017, so Infiniti has authorized "alternate transportation" for owners ...

• Audi Recalls Cars to Prevent Engine Compartment Fires Audi recalls 343,000 A4, A5, A6, Q5 and allroad vehicles after coolant pumps overheat.

  

  Jan 28, 2017 — Audi is recalling nearly 343,000 cars to fix serious problems that could cause fires in or near the engine compartments. The recalled vehicles include the: 2013-2017 Audi A5 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet 2013-2017 Audi Q5 2013-2016 Audi allroad 2013-2016 Audi A4 2012-2015 Audi A6 All the cars are equipped with 2-liter turbo fuel stratified injection (FSI) engines with electric coolant pumps that can overheat and catch on fire due to ...

• Audi Q5 SUVs Recalled After Side Airbags Explode Into Pieces Audi recalls 234,000 Q5 SUVs after reports that side head airbag inflator canisters ruptured.

  

  Jan 28, 2017 — Audi Q5 SUVs are recalled because the side head airbag inflators can explode and send metal fragments into the passenger compartments and the occupants, but it has nothing to do with the recalls of millions of Takata airbag inflators. Affected are more than 234,000 model year 2011-2017 Audi Q5 SUVs with panoramic sunroofs that can leak and damage the foam surrounding the airbag inflator canisters. If the water drainage system of the panoramic sunroof becomes ...

• Volkswagen and Audi Recall Cars With Autoliv Airbags Volkswagen and Audi recall 5,900 vehicles with Autoliv airbags that can fail in a crash.

  

  Jan 28, 2017 — Volkswagen and Audi vehicles are recalled as part of a series of recalls from automakers due to a company called Autoliv, the supplier of the airbags. Recalled Audi and VW vehicles include the 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf, Tiguan and the 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf. About 5,900 vehicles are affected by front passenger and side head airbags that may not deploy during a crash. In addition, the seat belt pretensioners may not activate during a crash if ...

• Jaguar Land Rover Recalls XF and Range Rover About 17,000 Jaguar XF cars and Land Rover Range Rover SUVs over Takata airbags.

  

  Jan 26, 2017 — Jaguar Land Rover is recalling about 17,000 vehicles in two recalls involving different "Zones" of the country, all because airbag maker Takata ordered 5.7 million inflators recalled to keep occupants safe from exploding airbags. Jaguar XF More than 8,190 model year 2012 Jaguar XF cars are recalled if they were originally sold or ever registered in the following Zone A locations: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South ...

• Ferrari Recalls California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider and FF Ferrari recalls cars to replace deadly passenger-side frontal airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 26, 2017 — Ferrari is recalling about 825 cars to fix front passenger Takata airbags that need new inflators before the current inflators explode into shrapnel. Takata recently recalled an additional 5.7 million airbag inflators and this small Ferrari recall is part of the larger Takata recall. Recalled are the 2012 Ferrari California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider and FF cars if they were originally sold or ever registered in the following areas: Alabama, California, Florida, ...

• Fisker Karma Recalled to Replace Takata Airbag Inflators Takata airbag disaster strikes Karma Automotive and the 2012 Fisker Karma.

  

  Jan 26, 2017 — A recent recall of 5.7 million Takata airbag inflators has hit just about every automaker out there, including Karma Automotive that is recalling 811 model year 2012 Fisker Karma vehicles originally sold or ever registered in these states: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Texas. Karma says the passenger-side frontal airbag inflators are the problem as those inflators can explode during a simple airbag ...

• Toyota Tundra Recalled to Fix Step Bumpers Toyota recalls 73,000 Tundra trucks with step bumpers that can break when stepped on.

  

  Jan 26, 2017 — Toyota is recalling 73,000 Tundra trucks for step bumpers that may break when stepped on. Affected are 2016-2017 Toyota Tundra trucks equipped with rear step bumpers made of resin, with resin reinforcement brackets at the corners. If something comes into contact with a corner of the bumper, the impact can damage the resin brackets and cause part of the bumper to break away. Trucks with chrome step bumpers are not affected by the recall. Toyota dealers will ...

• Ford Recalls F-150, Focus and C-MAX Ford recalls 8,000 F-150 trucks to fix instrument panels that go dark.

  

  Jan 26, 2017 — About 8,000 Ford F-150, C-MAX and Focus vehicles are recalled in two separate recalls for front-end problems and instrument panels that can fail to provide important warnings. 2017 Ford F-150 Recall Nearly 8,000 of the recalled vehicles involve 2017 Ford F-150 trucks after the automaker learned the instrument panels can go dark and fail to provide warning lights, messages and chimes. Ford says about 6,792 of the trucks are in the U.S., 1,057 are in Canada and ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Cars to Fix Takata Airbags Mercedes recalls 103,000 vehicles to replace passenger Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 25, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 103,400 vehicles as part of a new expanded group of recalls of Takata airbags, this time totaling 5.7 million airbag inflators spread out among many automakers. For Mercedes, as with others, different "Zones" of the country are involved based on models. Zone A areas include Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands ...

• Nissan and Infiniti Vehicles Recalled Over Takata Airbags Nissan Versa, Infiniti M35, M45, FX35 and FX45 recalled to fix passenger Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 22, 2017 — Nissan says more than 152,500 of its vehicles will be recalled to replace passenger frontal Takata airbags inflators that are part of the airbag modules. Nissan owners shouldn't feel alone as numerous automakers have been forced to recall vehicles after Takata recently announced an additional 5.7 million inflators need replaced. Nissan is doing things in "Zones" based on locations of the country, but the automaker hasn't said when the recall will ...

• BMW Recalls More Vehicles to Replace Takata Airbag Inflators BMW recalls 48,300 vehicles in different "Zones" of the country due to Takata airbags.

  

  Jan 22, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 48,300 vehicles as part of a massive new group of recalls to replace 5.7 million Takata airbag inflators in the U.S. BMW joins many other automakers that must expand recalls as well as add new Takata recalls, with the latest recall involving different "Zones" of the country. The automaker says the following vehicles will be recalled in Zone A: 2012 BMW X5 xDrive30i 2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i 2012 BMW X5 xDrive48i 2012 ...

• Audi Recalls A4, A6, S4 And RS4 to Fix Takata Airbags Volkswagen says 33,400 Audi vehicles need new passenger frontal Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 22, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 33,400 Audi vehicles as part of massive new recalls from Takata to replace passenger frontal airbag inflators. Just like what other automakers are facing concerning Takata airbags, VW says different Zones of the country are affected. First off are the following vehicles that are recalled if they were originally sold or ever registered in Zone B locations: 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet 2009 Audi S4 Cabriolet 2009 Audi A6 ...

• Mitsubishi i-MiEV Recalled to Replace Takata Airbag Inflators Mitsubishi recalls 2,000 i-MiEV electric cars as part of new Takata airbag recalls.

  

  Jan 22, 2017 — Mitsubishi is recalling almost 2,000 i-MiEV electric cars to replace passenger-side Takata airbag inflators. Takata recently expanded its recalls by another 5.7 million airbags, and this Mitsubishi recall is a small part of that expansion. The automaker says the recall will see 2012 and 2014 Mitsuibishi i-MiEV electric cars called back to dealerships, but the automaker doesn't know when that will occur. Dealers will eventually replace the front passenger ...

• Mazda Recalls 94,000 Vehicles to Fix Takata Airbags Mazda says Takata airbag inflators used in Mazda vehicles are dangerous and will be replaced.

  

  Jan 21, 2017 — Mazda says Takata airbags have forced additional recalls of nearly 94,000 vehicles to replace passenger-side airbag inflators at risk of exploding in a crash, even a minor fender-bender. Mazda ordered three recalls where the recalled vehicles are separated by "Zones," a common theme among Takata airbag recalls. Mazda B-Series Trucks Mazda says 696 model year 2009 Mazda B-Series trucks need their passenger frontal airbag inflators replaced, but only if the ...

• Tesla Recalls Model S to Fix Takata Airbags Tesla Model S passenger Takata airbags deemed dangerous and must be replaced.

  

  Jan 20, 2017 — Tesla may be celebrating being cleared in a federal investigation of its autonomous Autopilot technology, but at the same time the automaker is still having to do with other automakers seem to continuously do: Order Takata airbag recalls. Tesla has not been a major player in the midst of tens of millions of vehicle recalls, but a recent expansion that adds another 5.7 million recalled airbag inflators has sucked in Tesla. About 3,000 model year 2012 Tesla ...

• Subaru Recalls 186,000 Vehicles to Replace Takata Airbags Subaru Baja, Forester, Legacy, Outback, Impreza, Tribeca and Saab 9-2X need repaired.

  

  Jan 20, 2017 — Subaru is recalling nearly 186,000 vehicles in three recalls to replace Takata airbags after the airbag maker announced new massive recalls totally 5.7 million airbag inflators. The recalls are broken down by different locations, but all three recalls involve passenger-side frontal airbags only. Subaru Baja, Forester, Legacy, Outback, Impreza, Tribeca Included are more than 69,000 model year 2005-2006 Baja, 2009 Forester, Legacy and Outback and 2006-2009 ...

• Maserati Recalls 2017 Levante S to Fix Shifting Problems Maserati Levante S SUVs have problems that cause them to shift into neutral at slow speeds.

  

  Jan 16, 2017 — Maserati is recalling 1,515 model year 2017 Levante S SUVs to fix problems with the transmissions shifting into neutral when they shouldn't. Maserati says if the SUV is operated at speeds of about 2 miles per hour (low engine RPM), such as during slow bumper-to-bumper traffic, the transmission may shift into neutral or the engine may shut down. Maserati received a report from China in October 2016 about a 2017 Levante S shifting to neutral while the engine ...

• Volvo Recalls S60, V60 and XC60 Vehicles to Fix Side Airbags Volvo recalls 377 cars and SUVs to fix seat-mounted side airbags that may fail during a crash.

  

  Jan 16, 2017 — Volvo is recalling 377 cars and SUVs to fix airbags that may fail to deploy in a crash. Recalled are the 2017 Volvo S60 and S60 Cross Country, Volvo V60 and V60 Cross Country and the Volvo XC60. The automaker says both front seat-mounted side airbags have inflator initiators that may not ignite during a crash, causing failures of the airbags to deploy. The recalled Volvo cars and SUVs were built August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. Volvo doesn't know ...

• Ford Recalls 816,000 Vehicles to Replace Takata Airbag Inflators Takata airbags force more Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles to be recalled.

  

  Jan 13, 2017 — Ford is recalling more than 816,000 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles to replace passenger-side frontal Takata airbag inflators as part of a recent Takata recall of 5.7 million inflators. Ford Fusion and Mustang, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ Ford is recalling the 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang, and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ if the vehicles were originally sold or ever registered in the following Zone A locations: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, ...

• Toyota Recalls 543,000 Vehicles to Replace Takata Airbag Inflators More Lexus, Pontiac, Scion and Toyota vehicles fall victim to defective Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 13, 2017 — Editor's note: You can find information on the latest Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Takata recall here . Toyota says about 543,000 vehicles are recalled to replace front passenger-side Takata airbag inflators, but owners should pay close attention because the recall involves only certain vehicles in certain "zones." 2012 Toyota 4Runner 2012 Toyota Corolla 2012 Toyota Corolla Matrix 2012 Toyota Sienna 2012 Toyota Yaris 2012 Scion xB 2012 ...

• BMW Recalls 3,500 Vehicles To Fix Autoliv Airbags Numerous BMW vehicles have Autoliv seat-mounted airbags that may not inflate in a crash.

  

  Jan 10, 2017 — BMW is recalling more than 3,500 vehicles to replace seat-mounted side airbag inflator modules that may fail to ignite during a crash. BMW names the recalled vehicles as the following: 2017 BMW 640i and 640i xDrive 2017 BMW 650i and 650i xDrive 2017 BMW M6 2017 BMW 535i and 535i xDrive 2017 BMW 430i and 430i xDrive 2017 BMW 440i and 440i xDrive 2017 BMW M4 2017 BMW X1 sDrive28i 2017 BMW X1 xDrive28i 2017 BMW i3 2017 ...

• Honda Recalls Nearly 1.3 Million Vehicles to Fix Takata Airbags Honda recalls more Takata airbags to replace the metal inflators at risk of exploding.

  

  Jan 10, 2017 — Honda is recalling nearly 1.3 million vehicles to replace Takata airbag inflators, with some of those for vehicles already included in prior Takata airbag recalls. The automaker says the recall involves Takata airbag inflators that don't contain a desiccant, a chemical used to absorb moisture. It's moisture that is the main enemy of ammonium nitrate, the propellant used to deploy the airbags in a crash. Due to age, heat and humidity, the metal airbag ...

• Fiat Chrysler Recalls Trucks and SUVs to Fix Takata Airbags Chrysler recalls 100,700 trucks and SUVs to replace deadly Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 8, 2017 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 100,700 older vehicles to replace Takata airbag inflators at risk of causing injury or death, with some vehicles needing driver-side inflators and others requiring new passenger-side inflators. The recall includes the 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango and the 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 chassis cab, with 86,403 of those vehicles located in the U.S. The Takata airbags are at risk of exploding ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Jetta, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Golf Cars Volkswagen and Audi cars have problems that may cause the cars to lose control.

  

  Jan 7, 2017 — Volkswagen is recalling certain more than 135,600 model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 sedans, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagens, Eos, GTI, Rabbit, Audi A3 and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles to fix stability control problems. VW says the control unit for the anti-lock brake system (ABS) can fail when the electronic stability control and ABS activates. Volkswagen engineers found a fault inside the anti-lock brake system control module that can cause the ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 48,000 Cars in 3 Recalls Mercedes recalls cars to fix axle bolts, airbag issues and braking problems.

  

  Jan 5, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 48,000 cars in three recalls to fix problems with airbags, axle bolts and brakes. The largest of those recalls involves 47,799 of the following models: 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GL350 4Matic Bluetec 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4Matic 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG Coupe 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d 4Matic 2016 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque Recalled Land Rover recalls SUVs that can suddenly go out of control from bad lower control arm fasteners.

  

  Jan 3, 2017 — Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 220 model year 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque SUVs to keep them from going out of control on the roads. Land Rover says the front lower control arm fasteners can fail due to problems that occurred during assembly. A bad fastener can cause a separation of the steering knuckle and leave the driver trying to handle a vehicle that shouldn't be on the road. The recalled 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery ...

• Porsche Recalls 918 Spyders to Replace Lower Control Arms Porsche recalls 306 Porsche 918 Spyders because lower control arms can crack at ball joints.

  

  Jan 3, 2017 — Porsche is recalling 306 of its $850,000 model year 2015 918 Spyder supercars to make sure the lower control arms don't crack. The automaker says the 918 Spyders, built from November 6, 2013, to July 27, 2015, have front lower control arms that can crack at the ball joints. Porsche doesn't know when the recall will begin, but dealers will need to replace the front lower control arms. Affected 918 Spyder owners with questions should call Porsche at ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Cars to Fix Electric Power Steering Mercedes-Benz recalls 70 cars at risk of losing power steering or possibly catching on fire.

  

  Jan 3, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 70 cars to fix problems related to the electric power steering systems. The recalled cars include the following: 2013-2015 Mercedes-Benz SL550 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 Cabriolet 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 Coupe 2014-2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 Bluetec 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz E400 2016 Mercedes-Benz E550 Coupe 2016 ...

• Buick Envision Recalled to Replace Leaking Brake Lines GM recalls 2016 Buick Envision SUVs to replace master cylinder brake lines that can leak fluid.

  

  Jan 3, 2017 — General Motors is recalling 327 model year 2016 Buick Envision SUVs because the master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak brake fluid. Losing enough brake fluid means losing the brakes, causing longer stopping distances and warning lights on the dash. The recalled Buick Envision SUVs were built January 19, 2016, to March 18, 2016. GM doesn't know when the Envision recall will begin, but Buick dealers will need to replace the master cylinder brake lines ...

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