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• Ford Soft Brake Pedal Recall Issued For 600,000 Vehicles Ford owners report soft brake pedals were caused by anti-lock braking hydraulic control units.

  

  Dec 22, 2019 — A Ford soft brake pedal recall has been announced after problems were discovered with the anti-lock braking hydraulic control units. After multiple crashes and at least three injuries, the Ford soft brake pedal recall includes more than 600,000 of these vehicles: 2006-2010 Ford Fusion 2006-2010 Mercury Milan 2006-2010 Lincoln Zephyr 2006-2010 Lincoln MKZ Extended brake pedal travel may cause a driver problems when trying to come to a stop in ...

• 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera Recalled For Hazard Light Failures Porsche recalls more than 2,000 cars with emergency warning light software errors.

  

  Dec 22, 2019 — A Porsche 911 Carrera recall has been ordered because the hazard emergency warning lights may fail when drivers activate the lights. More than 2,000 of these Porsche vehicles may be affected by software errors. 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabrio 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupe 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabrio 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van Recall Issued For Diesel Fuel Leaks Daimler recalls more than 5,000 Sprinter diesel vans to fix fuel tank bayonet locks.

  

  Dec 22, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter van owners will be receiving more recall notices before 2019 ends, this time because diesel fuel may leak. The 2019 Sprinter diesel vans may have bayonet locks between the fuel pumps and the fuel tanks that weren't closed and locked during manufacturing. In addition to fuel leaks, it's possible a gas station fuel nozzle won't automatically shut off when the tank is full. Mercedes learned of a problem from field ...

• Ford Recalls 2020 F-150 Trucks To Replace Spare Tires Ford recalls 84 trucks that may have cuts or tears on the spare tires.

  

  Dec 21, 2019 — Ford is recalling its 2020 F-150 trucks because the spare tire bead areas may have been damaged when it was mounted onto the wheel assemblies. Ford says the 84 truck spare tires may have cuts or tears that may damage the bead wires, leading to corrosion over time. Corrosion can cause separation of the bead wire and lead to a rapid loss of air pressure and the tire detaching from the wheel. There are 33 recalled F-150s in the U.S. and 51 in Canada, and all ...

• Mazda3 Automatic Emergency Braking Recall Issued Mazda recalls more than 35,000 vehicles with 'Smart Braking Systems' that unintentionally activate.

  

  Dec 21, 2019 — A Mazda3 automatic emergency braking recall for more than 35,000 vehicles is needed because the vehicles can suddenly come to a halt even though no objects have caused the braking systems to activate. The 2019-2020 Mazda3 recall involves the "Smart Braking System," a currently-not-so-smart automatic emergency braking system with software errors. Mazda says the software wasn't programmed correctly and may cause the Mazda3 to falsely detect objects in the front ...

• BMW Recalls M-Series Vehicles That Unexpectedly Shift Into NEUTRAL BMW recalls more than 3,000 M-Series vehicles with transmission wiring harness problems.

  

  Dec 21, 2019 — BMW is recalling more than 3,000 model year 2019-2020 M5 and 2020 M8 Gran Coupe, M8 Coupe and M8 Convertible vehicles because of short circuits in the transmission wiring harnesses. This will cause the transmission to shift into NEUTRAL while driving and without warning. BMW says it received a report in September about a vehicle that suddenly shifted into NEUTRAL at the assembly plant. The vehicle couldn't be shifted to DRIVE, but when trying to restart the ...

• Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 Recalled After Fire General Motors says a truck caught fire because of electrical problems related to battery cables.

  

  Dec 20, 2019 — General Motors is recalling more than 350,000 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks after a fire was caused by too much glue that was used during production. The 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks have battery positive (B+) cable rings that may have been manufactured with excessive glue. The glue may soften and cause the nut that attaches the B+ battery cable to the alternator to loosen over time, causing an intermittent electrical ...

• Porsche Recalls 911 and Cayman Vehicles For Child Seat Issues Porsche recalls 15,500 vehicles because instructions about child seats may not be clear enough.

  

  Dec 20, 2019 — A Porsche recall of 15,500 cars has been issued because the owner's manuals may not provide clear instructions concerning the use of child restraint systems in these vehicles. 2014 Porsche Cayman and Cayman S 2014-2016 Porsche 911 GT3 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2016 Porsche 911 R 2018 -2019 Porsche 911 GT3 2018-2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS According to Porsche, the owner's manual instructions may not provide enough " specificity " to properly ...

• Ford Recalls Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ After 15 Crashes Ford recalls 600,000 vehicles after 15 crashes and two injuries were caused by braking problems.

  

  Dec 20, 2019 — A Ford hydraulic control unit recall has been ordered after 15 crashes and two injuries were caused by braking problems. More than 600,000 model year 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ vehicles are affected. Ford says a normally closed valve inside the hydraulic control unit may stick open and cause brake pedal problems. Extended brake pedal travel may cause a driver problems when trying to come to a stop in the vehicles which were built ...

• Mercedes Recalls E53, E63 and E63S AMG 4Matic Wagons Mercedes-Benz recalls 99 vehicles with driver's side airbags that may fail.

  

  Dec 19, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 100 model year 2019 E53 AMG 4Matic, E63 AMG 4Matic Wagon, and E63S AMG 4Matic Wagon vehicles because the airbags may fail. The automaker says the incorrect driver airbag and software version may have been installed. The recall will begin in February 2020 when dealers will replace the driver-side airbags and update the software. Customers with questions should call 800-367-6372. CarComplaints.com has complaints from ...

• Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Cadillac CT6 and GMC Sierra 1500 Recalled GM recalls 464,000 vehicles that may lose electronic stability control and anti-lock braking.

  

  Dec 19, 2019 — General Motors is recalling nearly 464,000 model year 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Cadillac CT6 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles because of software problems. The software errors are in the electronic brake control modules, and the defects can leave the vehicles without the electronic stability control and anti-lock brake systems. In addition to losing those systems, the diagnostics won't illuminate the malfunction warning lights for those systems even though ...

• Honda Recalls CR-Vs Over Loose Subframe Bolts Honda recalls 358 CR-V SUVs that may have subframe bolts missing important wax coatings.

  

  Dec 18, 2019 — Honda CR-V subframe bolts have caused a recall of 358 model year 2019-2020 CR-Vs because the bolts may not have the required wax coating on them. The bolts are used to secure the rear subframes, but without the wax coating the bolts can loosen over time. This could cause the subframe to separate and a driver to crash, although Honda says no reports of crashes or injuries have been received. The automaker says it discovered the bolt problem while the SUVs were ...

• Ford Super Duty SuperCrew Recall Issued After Fire Report Ford recalls 548,000 trucks with seat belt pretensioners that may cause fires after crashes.

  

  Dec 13, 2019 — A 2017-2019 Ford Super Duty SuperCrew recall has been ordered because the front seat belt pretensioners used in crash events can create an excessive amount of sparks when the pretensioners deploy. Those sparks can hit the carpet or carpet insulation in the B-pillar areas and start fires. Nearly 548,000 Ford Super Duty SuperCrew trucks are recalled, with 490,574 vehicles in the U.S., 56,112 in Canada and 852 in Mexico. Ford knows of one fire caused by a ...

• Subaru PCV Valve Recall Issued For Crosstreks, Foresters and Ascents Subaru recalls 57,000 vehicles that could lose power due to PCV valve separations.

  

  Dec 12, 2019 — A Subaru positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve recall has been issued for more than 57,000 vehicles that may need new engines. Recalled are 2019 Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent vehicles with aluminum PCV valves that may separate and allow engine oil into the combustion chambers. Subaru also says components of the PCV valves may enter the combustion chambers, resulting in vehicles that lose power. Subaru recalled more than 228,000 Crosstrek and ...

• Volvo Door Latch Recall Includes S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and V60CC Volvo recalls 145,000 vehicles with defective latches that can allow the doors to open while driving

  

  Dec 12, 2019 — A Volvo door latch recall has been issued for nearly 145,000 model year 2011-2017 Volvo S60, S60I, V60, S60CC and Volvo V60CC vehicles. The automaker says a component within the door latch may break and give people a tough time when trying to latch the doors. Occupants may believe the doors are secured properly when they aren't, leaving open the possibility of a door opening while driving. According to Volvo, a latch can weaken and the retention hook for ...

• Toyota Recalls Prius Cars With Faulty Combination Meters Toyota Prius cars may lose their speedometers, odometers and fuel gauges.

  

  Dec 11, 2019 — A Toyota Prius recall has been issued for about 3,800 cars because the speedometers, fuel gauges and odometers could quit working. Toyota says an electrical short in the combination meter could cause the failures, a problem that violates federal safety standards. The model year 2019 Toyota Prius cars will likely be recalled by February 2020 when dealers will inspect the combination meters and possibly replace the meter circuit boards. The automaker didn't ...

• Toyota Recalls C-HR, Corolla and Corolla Hybrid Vehicles Toyota recalls 9,000 vehicles with seat belts that may fail in crashes.

  

  Dec 11, 2019 — Toyota seat belt problems have caused a recall of about 9,000 of these vehicles. 2019-2020 Toyota C-HR 2020 Toyota Corolla 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid According to the automaker, the vehicles are equipped with rear seat belt assemblies which have two types of locking mechanisms, but one of the mechanisms suffered problems during assembly. This means an occupant won't be secured in a crash. Toyota will contact customers in February 2020 so that ...

• Mazda Recall Ordered For Second Time To Replace Takata Inflators Mazda recalls 70,000 Mazda6, CX-7, CX-9, Mazdaspeed6, MPV and Mazda RX-8 vehicles.

  

  Dec 11, 2019 — A Mazda Takata airbag recall has been ordered for nearly 70,000 of these vehicles to replace the passenger airbag inflators, something that was already done in previous recalls. 2003-2012 Mazda6 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 2007-2012 Mazda CX-9 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 2004-2005 Mazda MPV 2004 Mazda RX-8 The vehicles were previously recalled to replace the old Takata airbag inflators with new Takata inflators, but that was only a temporary ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls G550 4Matic and G63 AMG Vehicles Vehicles may lose side restraint systems and the automatic unlocking of the doors in crashes.

  

  Dec 11, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz G550 4Matic and G63 AMG vehicles may lose their side restraint systems, the automatic unlocking of the doors in crashes and the vehicles may not provide their locations in emergencies. Mercedes says nearly 2,900 vehicles may have front door wiring harnesses that weren't routed properly. This can cause damage to the wires when the front doors are opened and closed. More than 2,400 of the recalled vehicles are in the U.S. and more than 440 are in ...

• GM Fuel Pump Recall Ordered To Prevent Fires General Motors recalls more than 500 vehicles with fuel pumps that may crack and leak fuel.

  

  Dec 10, 2019 — A GM fuel pump recall has been issued for more than 500 of these vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. 2020 Cadillac Escalade 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2020 Chevrolet Camaro 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2020 Chevrolet Suburban 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 2020 GMC Yukon 2020 GMC Yukon XL The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system and cracks in the fuel ...

• Chevrolet SS Power Steering Recall Issued a 2nd Time GM recalls 476 Chevy SS cars that were previously recalled but never repaired.

  

  Dec 9, 2019 — A Chevrolet SS power steering recall has been issued again for 2014-2016 SS cars that may lose their electric power steering assist. General Motors says 476 cars are recalled in the U.S., all that had previously been recalled for the same power steering problems in June 2017. However, as with many recalls, the "remedy" may have been a simple inspection and if technicians didn't find evidence of problems, no repairs were performed. And just as with many ...

• BMW Recalls X6 Vehicles For Child Seat Issues BMW recalls 38,000 X6 vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars for child seats.

  

  Dec 7, 2019 — BMW is recalling nearly 38,000 vehicles because of problems related to using child seats. Recalled are 2015-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with rear seat lower anchor bars used when securing child restraint seats. BMW says the lower anchor bars may suffer damage when using ISOFIX-type rigid-style connector child seats. The lower anchor bar(s) could become damaged from excessive stress caused by the category of ...

• About 1.4 Million Takata Non-Azide Driver Inflators Recalled NADI-equipped airbags could either explode or underinflate when they deploy.

  

  Dec 6, 2019 — A Takata non-azide driver inflators (NADI) as part of an airbag recall involving 1.4 million inflators in multiple models of vehicles. To date only BMW has announced a U.S. recall , but the automaker will soon be joined by Audi, Honda, Mitsubishi and Toyota which will recall vehicles to replace the NADI airbags. Unlike millions of inflators already recalled because they contain the explosive chemical ammonium nitrate, the 1.4 million recalled non-azide driver ...

• Chrysler Recalls Ram 1500 For Power Steering Problems 2019 Ram 1500 trucks may have issues with their electric power steering gear assemblies.

  

  Dec 6, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling more than 250 Ram 1500 trucks because they could lose power steering. The 2019 Ram 1500 trucks may have been built with faulty electric power steering gears that may short-circuit. A driver may experience intermittent loses of power steering assist which makes steering the truck more difficult. More than 190 trucks are recalled in the U.S. and 65 are recalled in Canada. The Ram 1500 truck recall is expected to begin January 3, 2020, ...

• Mercedes-Benz S-Class Vehicles Need New Engines Mercedes recalls 8 model year 2018-2019 S560, S560 Cabriolet and S560 4Matic vehicles.

  

  Dec 6, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling eight model year 2018-2019 S560, S560 Cabriolet and S560 4Matics equipped with 8-cylinder gasoline engines that will be replaced. Mercedes says the threaded connection between the camshaft idler gear and the crankcase may not be tight enough and cause the idler gear to detach from the crankcase. If that occurs, the engine will stall because of severe engine damage. Six of the recalled vehicles are in the U.S. and two are in ...

• Aston Martin Recalls DB11, Volante, Vantage and DBS Superleggera 17 vehicles are recalled because airbag locking nut fasterners may not have been tightened.

  

  Dec 6, 2019 — Aston Martin is recalling 17 model year 2018-2019 DB11 Coupe and Volante and 2019 Vantage and DBS Superleggera Coupe vehicles because the locking nut fasteners on the passenger airbags may not be tightened properly. The Aston Martin recall is expected to begin December 18, 2019, when dealer technicians will tighten any loose parts. Owners may contact Aston Martin at 866-278-6661 and use recall number ...

• Ford Recalls Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty Trucks Ford recalls 261,000 trucks because the tailgates may unintentionally open at any time.

  

  Dec 6, 2019 — A Ford Super Duty recall for more than 261,000 trucks is necessary because the tailgates may unintentionally open at any time. The 2017-2019 Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Dutys have electric tailgate latch-release switches mounted in the tailgate handles, but water can enter the electrical wiring systems and cause short circuits. This activates the switches and releases the tailgate latches, even while the trucks are in motion. Ford isn't aware of any ...

• Ford Explorers and Lincoln Aviators Recalled For Fire Risk Ford recalls 4,000 SUVs with fuel lines that could rub together and leak gas.

  

  Dec 6, 2019 — A model year 2020 Ford Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator recall has been issued for nearly 4,000 SUVs at risk of fires. According to Ford: "[T]he convolute protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line is not long enough, which may allow for potential hard contact with the convolute-protected vapor fuel line." The automaker says because of vibration and engine roll, contact between the two fuel lines may cause the convolute on the vapor fuel line to rub ...

• BMW Recalls Vehicles With Takata Non-Azide Driver Inflators BMW recalls 116,000 NADI airbags at risk of exploding or underinflating.

  

  Dec 5, 2019 — More than 116,000 BMW vehicles are recalled because the Takata airbags could possibly explode and kill occupants due to a problem similar to but unrelated to previous Takata recalls. Out of the 116,000 vehicles, BMW is warning owners of nearly 8,000 of those vehicles to park them until they are repaired. The recalled vehicles are equipped with Takata non-azide driver inflators (NADIs), a type of airbag that has killed one and injured another person in ...

• Mitsubishi i-MiEV Recall Issued For 3rd Time For Brake Vacuum Pumps Mitsubishi recalls 2,800 cars that may lose brake assist once the brake vacuum pumps fail.

  

  Dec 3, 2019 — A Mitsubishi i-MiEV brake vacuum pump recall has been issued for more than 2,800 model year 2012-2017 cars in the U.S. and Canada because the pumps may fail. Mitsubishi says water may enter the brake assist vacuum pump and cause corrosion and failure of the pump. A loss of the brake vacuum pump causes a loss of braking assist, increasing the distance required to stop. It's a problem Mitsubishi knows all too well considering the automaker recalled the cars ...

• Fiat 500 Cars Recalled For Gear Shifter Failures FCA recalls about 72,000 Fiats after 3 minor crashes caused by detached gear shift cables.

  

  Nov 28, 2019 — About 72,700 Fiat 500 cars are recalled to replace the shift cable bushings that may cause loose or non-functioning gear shifters that may have caused three minor crashes. The 2012-2013 Fiat 500 shifter cable bushings on the transmission end of the shifter cables may wear down and detach from the transmissions and prevent drivers from shifting gears even though the gear shifters move normally. However, the transmission gear will still be displayed on the ...

• Ram ProMaster Recall Needed To Prevent Cooling Fan Fires FCA recalls about 109,400 vans equipped with air conditioning and 3-liter and 3.6-liter engines.

  

  Nov 28, 2019 — A Ram ProMaster recall has been issued for about 109,400 vans over the risk of fires from overheating engine cooling fans. The 2015-2018 Ram ProMasters are equipped with 3-liter diesel or 3.6-liter gasoline engines equipped with air conditioning systems built with cooling fans that may seize. The cooling fan circuit protection may not be good enough to protect the fan from overheating once the fan seizes. A disabled cooling fan will prevent the fuses from ...

• Ford Ranger Tail Light Recall Issued For 78,000 Trucks 2019 Ford Rangers may have loose connections that cause brake, turn and backup light failures.

  

  Nov 25, 2019 — A Ford Ranger tail light recall for more than 78,000 trucks has been ordered because the electrical connector terminals may not be sealed or aligned properly. The 2019 Ford Rangers may lose their tail lights, which will then deactivate the turn signal, backup and brake lights without truck drivers knowing. The high-mounted center brake lights are not affected, and Ford says no crashes or injuries have been reported. More than 72,700 Ranger trucks are ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles For Seat Belt Problems Mercedes recalls 33,000 vehicles because the seat belt pretensioners could deactivate.

  

  Nov 22, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 33,000 vehicles because the seat belts may be correctly fastened but the systems detect them as unfastened. This will cause deactivations of the seat belt pretensioners and other functions. 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Wagon 4Matic 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 4Matic 2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG 4Matic 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz E63S AMG 4Matic Wagon 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG 4Matic Wagon 2018-2019 ...

• Chrysler TIPM Recall Issued For 698,000 SUVs A Chrysler TIPM recall will allegedly repair Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durango SUVs.

  

  Nov 22, 2019 — A Chrysler TIPM recall has been issued for more than 698,000 Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees that were previously recalled for TIPM (totally integrated power module) problems. The 2011-2013 Dodge and Jeep SUVs are equipped with 3.6-liter, 5.7-liter or 6.4-liter engines, and the recall is needed because the fuel pump relays inside the TIPMs may fail and cause the vehicles to stall. In addition, the SUVs may not start at all or the fuel pumps may keep ...

• Hyundai Palisade Recall Will Protect Side Curtain Airbags More than 14,000 model year 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUVs may have faulty airbag bolts.

  

  Nov 22, 2019 — A Hyundai Palisade recall has been ordered for new SUVs equipped with side curtain airbags that were installed with bolts that could damage the airbags when they deploy. Specifically, the hexagonal bolt heads have sharp edges that could interfere with the airbags. Hyundai found a torn side curtain airbag in July during a Korean crash test and opened an investigation with the airbag supplier. Tests were conducted and engineers concluded the side curtain ...

• GM Seat Belt Pretensioner Fires Cause Truck Recall More than 556,000 Chevrolet and GMC trucks recalled if equipped with carpet floors.

  

  Nov 21, 2019 — General Motors is recalling more than 556,000 trucks after seat belt pretensioner fires were reported to the automaker in trucks equipped with carpet floors. 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2019-2020 GMC Sierra 1500 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy during crash impacts, hot gas can escape through openings in the ...

• Mazda Recalls Vehicles a Second Time Over Takata Airbags Mazda recalls 117,000 vehicles to replace the Takata frontal passenger airbag inflators.

  

  Nov 20, 2019 — Mazda is recalling nearly 117,000 vehicles that were previously recalled to replace the passenger Takata airbag inflators. 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 2007-2012 Mazda CX-9 2003-2012 Mazda Mazda6 2004-2005 Mazda MPV 2006-2007 Mazda Mazdaspeed6 The Takata airbag inflators may explode due to degradation of the deployment propellant, ammonium nitrate, which is affected by high humidity and high temperatures. The Mazda ...

• Chevrolet Equinox SUVs Recalled For Brake Caliper Problems General Motors says 166 Equinox SUVs may need new brake calipers and other components.

  

  Nov 18, 2019 — General Motors is recalling 166 model year 2020 Chevrolet Equinox SUVs with rear brake calipers that may have been built with an incorrect lubricant. This can cause the brakes to drag and the rubber seals to swell. GM says the brake pads may overheat and cause fires. GM dealers will replace the rear brake calipers, including the brake hose gaskets and brake fluid and lubricant, but the automaker doesn't know when the recall will begin. Owners may contact ...

• Mercedes Recalls 2019 SL450, SL63 AMG and SL550 Mercedes-Benz will repurchase certain vehicles at risk of sudden stability problems.

  

  Nov 17, 2019 —  Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 50 model year 2019 SL450, SL63 AMG and SL550 vehicles because the bolt connections at the front left mounting points on the rear axle carrier castings may fail. A driver will suddenly notice changes in the vehicle's handling. There are 36 vehicles recalled in the U.S. and 24 in Canada. Mercedes dealers will inspect the front left mounting points of the rear axle carriers, and the automaker will offer to repurchase the ...

• Dodge Grand Caravans Recalled For Seat Problems Chrysler recalls minivans with seats and seat belts that may fail in frontal and rear crashes.

  

  Nov 17, 2019 — Model year 2019 Dodge Grand Caravans are recalled because of problems related to the seats and seat belts, with more than 30,000 minivans recalled in the U.S. and about 6,000 recalled in Canada. According to the Chrysler, the welds on the outboard rear seat strikers for the second-row bench and second-row bucket seats may fail in a frontal crash. And the front outboard seat strikers for the third-row bench seats may fail in a rear-end crash. In addition, the ...

• GM Recalls Buick Regals With Seat Frame Problems More than 340 Regals may have seats that detach in crash events.

  

  Nov 17, 2019 — General Motors is recalling 341 model year 2019-2020 Buick Regal cars that may have driver or passenger front seat frames that may have lower crossbars that weren't welded properly. Bad welds on a seat may not prevent the seat from detaching in the event of a crash. GM doesn't know when the recall will begin, but Buick Regal owners will receive interim recall notices after November 26, 2019, then the automaker will mail second notices when replacement parts ...

• BMW Recall: Trunks May Not Open From The Inside BMW recalls 330i, 330i xDrive and M340i for problems with the interior trunk release cables.

  

  Nov 17, 2019 — BMW is recalling 325 vehicles with interior truck release cables that may prevent the trunks from opening from the inside. The 2020 BMW 330i, 330i xDrive and M340i trunks won't allow anyone inside the trunks to escape. The recall is expected to begin December 16, 2019, when BMW dealers will properly install the interior trunk release cables. Owners may contact BMW at ...

• Lincoln Recalls MKX SUVs After 3 Fires Lincoln MKX SUVs with 3.7-liter engines recalled because of battery cable clearance problems.

  

  Nov 16, 2019 — A 2016-2017 Lincoln MKX recall has been ordered for nearly 60,000 SUVs equipped with 3.7-liter engines over the risk of overheated wiring and fires, with three fires already reported. The SUVs have battery cable harnesses that may not have the proper clearance, allowing the harnesses to make contact with the transmission shifter cable brackets. The improper contact can cause the cable insulation to wear through and cause a short-circuit to the ground. This is ...

• Ford Recalls F-Series Super Duty Trucks With LED Headlights More than 100,000 F-Series trucks need to be inspected for problems with the running lights.

  

  Nov 16, 2019 — Ford is recalling more than 100,000 F-Series Super Duty trucks equipped with LED headlights and high-series daytime running lights. The 2018-2019 Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks have incorrectly configured body control modules that control the daytime running lights. Ford says the running lights do not revert to parking light intensity when the daytime lights are on and the master lighting switch is in the low-beam setting. Failure of the running lights to ...

• Nissan ABS Actuator Recall Issued For Risk of Fires For the third time, Nissan recalls vehicles to replace faulty anti-lock brake system actuators.

  

  Nov 15, 2019 — A Nissan ABS actuator recall has been issued for the third time because the actuator pumps may leak brake fluid onto the internal circuit boards. More than 450,000 model year 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and 2017-2019 Infiniti QX60 vehicles are affected. About 394,000 of those are in the U.S. The automaker says the vehicles were recalled in 2018 but unrepaired, or they were inspected during the recall but ...

• Ford F-150 Recall Issued To Prevent Fires Ford recalls 168,000 F-150 trucks that may lose power braking, power steering and instrument panels.

  

  Nov 15, 2019 — A Ford F-150 recall has been issued to prevent fires in 2019-2020 trucks. More than 168,000 F-150 trucks are recalled, including 135,725 in the U.S., 30,073 in Canada and 2,257 in Mexico. Ford says the fasteners that secure the power distribution box cables and the battery monitoring system eyelets may loosen and cause problems with power braking, power steering and the instrument panels. In addition to those problems, the automaker says the trucks could ...

• Honda Recalls Passports and Pilots For Missing Welds Honda says 10 SUVs have already been inspected, with two SUVs discovered with missing welds.

  

  Nov 12, 2019 — Honda has recalled 10 SUVs because of missing metal welds in the upper frame members. The 2019-2020 Honda Pilot and 2019 Passport SUVs have already been inspected and only three 2019 Pilots were delivered to customers prior to Honda finding the problem. Each of those was inspected and appropriate welds were found with no further action required. The remaining seven SUVs were in dealer inventory where two of were discovered with missing welds. Those vehicles ...

• FCA Recalls Dodge Challengers and Dodge Chargers Chrysler says 173 cars may have front wheels that aren't compatible with the front brakes.

  

  Nov 12, 2019 — Model year 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger cars are recalled because the front wheels and brakes aren't compatible. Chrysler says 173 cars need new front wheels and possibly new front tires. The incompatible front wheels and brakes can cause tire damage if the front tires contact the steering knuckles. In addition to replacing the front wheels and replacing the front tires, dealers may need to align the wheels. The Challenger and Charger recall is ...

• Takata NADI (Non-Azide Driver Inflator) May Have Killed BMW Driver BMW recalls Australian 3-Series vehicles equipped with Takata airbags and non-azide inflators.

  

  Nov 7, 2019 — A BMW 3-Series recall in Australia has been ordered to replace a type of Takata airbag module equipped with a NADI (non-azide driver inflator) that historically hasn't been associated with exploding airbags. According to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), the urgent recall includes 12,600 of these BMW 3-Series models manufactured between November 21, 1997, and June 30, 2000. BMW 316i, 318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i, 330i, 318Ci, ...

• BMW Recalls 330i and Z4 Vehicles To Replace The Engines BMW recalls 2019-2020 models with counterbalance shafts that may come loose.

  

  Nov 6, 2019 — BMW is recalling about 240 model year 2019-2020 BMW 330i, 330i xDrive and 2019 BMW Z4 vehicles because the needle roller bearings of the counterbalance shafts may have been improperly installed, a problem that can cause the counterbalance shafts to loosen. According to BMW, a loose counterbalance shaft can cause severe engine damage. About 217 recalled vehicles are in the U.S. and 23 are recalled in Canada. The automaker says the U.S. recall will begin ...

• Bmw Recalls 2020 BMW X3 M40i and X4 M40i Vehicles may go out of control because of problems with the steering rack pinion teeth.

  

  Nov 6, 2019 — BMW is recalling 27 model year 2020 BMW X3 M40i and X4 M40i vehicles because the steering rack pinion teeth may break under load and send the vehicles out of control. And the government rightly says, " A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash " About 20 vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and another seven are recalled in Canada. BMW says the owners have been notified so they can get the vehicles to their dealerships to have the steering gears ...

• Mazda CX-9 SUVs Recalled For Tire Tread Separations About 150 Mazda CX-9 vehicles have tires that were manufactured with the wrong rubber compound.

  

  Nov 6, 2019 — A 2019 Mazda CX-9 recall has been ordered because the tire tread may separate while driving, leaving drivers unable to control the SUVs. The SUVs are equipped with Sumitomo Falken ZIEX CT50 A/S tires, P255/50R20 104V, and having date code 1619. Mazda told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration a rubber compound used during prototype production on more than 150 SUVs was accidentally mixed into the rubber compound used for standard ...

• GM Wheel Speed Sensor Recall Issued For Unintended Braking General Motors recalls 675,000 vehicles that may pull to one side from unintended braking.

  

  Nov 1, 2019 — A GM wheel speed sensor recall has been ordered for more than 675,000 vehicles because the sensors can fail and cause the vehicles to pull to one side due to unintended braking. If a wheel speed sensor fails in these GM vehicles, the electronic brake control module software can activate the driveline protection system, causing unintended braking of the wheel on the opposite side. 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe 2015-2020 GMC ...

• Porsche Cayenne and Panamera Brake Pad Warnings May Fail Porsche recalls 50,000 Cayenne and Panamera vehicles with software programming errors.

  

  Nov 1, 2019 — Porsche says more than 50,000 of its vehicles are recalled because the instrument clusters may not provide warnings when the brake pads are worn out. 2017 Porsche Panamera 4 2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo 2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive 2017-2018 Porsche Panamera 2017-2018 Porsche Panamera 4S Executive 2017-2018 Porsche Panamera 4S 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo 2018 ...

• Ford Edge Recall Needed For Seat Belt Problems Ford recalls more than 400 Edge SUVs to replace the seat belt pretensioner assemblies.

  

  Oct 30, 2019 — A 2019 Ford Edge recall is in the works as the automaker says dealerships will need to possibly replace the driver's side seat belt pretensioner assemblies if they fall within certain production dates. Ford says more than 400 model year 2019 Ford Edge SUVs are affected, with 366 vehicles recalled in the U.S. and 65 recalled in Canada. The seat belt assembly may not restrain a driver in a crash because the seat belt pretensioner anchor wasn't properly ...

• Tesla Model 3 Recalled For Missing Airbag Information Tesla recalls about 100 cars because the sun visors should have important airbag details.

  

  Oct 29, 2019 — A Tesla Model 3 recall has been issued in Canada and the U.S. because the driver's side sun visor may be missing airbag warning information required by federal safety standards. Tesla says 89 cars are recalled in the U.S. and 12 Model 3 vehicles are recalled in Canada. The recall of 2019 Model 3 cars will require that dealers inspect and possibly replace the sun visors. Tesla Model 3 customers may call 877-798-3752 and ask about recall number ...

• Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans Recalled After Reported Fire Mercedes recalls 17,000 vans that may be missing their backup battery covers.

  

  Oct 29, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 17,000 model year 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans because of problems that could cause battery short circuits. The backup battery compartment is located underneath the front passenger's seat and should be covered, but the vans may be missing the covers. This can expose the battery when the seat is moved forward, allowing any objects dropped into the opening to make contact with the terminals. Any conductive material such ...

• Sprinter Van Recall Issued To Fix Abutting Wedges Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans have doors that may not open too easily in frontal crashes.

  

  Oct 29, 2019 — Daimler Vans is adding to its Sprinter recall woes by issuing another recall in 2019, this time for 153 vans with abutting wedges that weren't installed correctly. The abutting wedge is attached to the door jamb to make it easier to open the door following a severe frontal crash. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans will be inspected by technicians who will correct any abutting wedge mistakes. The Sprinter van recall is expected to begin ...

• Ford Transit Driveshaft Recall Permanent Fix Still Not Available Ford recalls 319,000 Transit vans still awaiting permanent fixes for separated driveshafts.

  

  Oct 29, 2019 — A Ford Transit driveshaft recall permanent fix still hasn't been announced even though more than two years have passed since Ford originally recalled Transit vans to replace the driveshaft flexible couplings. Although no permanent fix is available, Ford announced another recall because the Transit vans can suffer from separated driveshafts. The vans could lose motive power or roll away when parked without the parking brakes engaged. The 2015-2017 Ford ...

• Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Coolant Leak Recall For EGR Coolers Chrysler recalls nearly 160,000 Ram 1500 diesel trucks after reported fires from leaking coolant.

  

  Oct 28, 2019 — A Ram 1500 EcoDiesel coolant leak recall has been issued for nearly 160,000 trucks because the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) coolers may leak coolant and possibly cause fires. Recalled are 2014-2019 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel trucks that can develop micro-cracks in the EGR coolers which allow coolant to leak, something Chrysler says has caused a " small number of fires " and four minor injuries. Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) says the injuries occurred as people tried to ...

• Mercedes Recalls GLE350, GLE450 and GLS580 For Window Trim Mercedes-Benz recalls 15,000 vehicles because rear window trim may detach and fly away.

  

  Oct 24, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 15,100 GL-Class vehicles because the rear window trim may detach. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE350, GLE350 4Matic, GLE450 4Matic, GLS450 4Matic, and GLS580 4Matic vehicles need their rear window trim inspected and fastened if necessary. Nearly 13,800 of the vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and another 1,329 are recalled in Canada. The recall is expected to begin December 3, 2019, but U.S. owners with questions may call ...

• Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza Recalled For Stalling Problems Subaru recalls 519,000 Crosstreks and Imprezas for problems with the engine control modules.

  

  Oct 24, 2019 — A Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza recall has been ordered for nearly 519,000 vehicles with engine control modules that may continue to power the ignition coils after the engines are shut down. Recalled are 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek vehicles that could suffer from short circuits and blown fuses. The automaker says the vehicles could stall once the fuses are blown. The problems are caused by the programming of the engine control ...

• Subaru Impreza and Crosstrek Engines May Be Replaced Subaru recalls 228,500 vehicles for PCV valves that may fall apart and enter the engines.

  

  Oct 24, 2019 — Subaru is recalling about 228,500 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles equipped with aluminum positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valves, possibly to replace the engines. The 2017-2019 Subaru Imprezas and 2018 Subaru Crosstreks may have PCV valves that fall apart and allow the separated components to enter the engines. The automaker says the defect occurred because the PCV valve case " had an insufficiently assigned press force value ." PCV valves are oil flow ...

• Hyundai Recalls Elantra Cars At Risk of Stability Problems Hyundai says 744 Elantras need their lower control arm ball joint fasteners inspected.

  

  Oct 23, 2019 — Model year 2020 Hyundai Elantra cars are recalled because the lower control arm ball joint fasteners may not be tight enough. This can allow the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm and send a driver scrambling on how to control the car. Hyundai says 744 Elantras are affected, and all need the ball joint fasteners checked to make sure they are properly tightened. The Hyundai Elantra recall is expected to begin December 27, 2019. Elantra owners ...

• Hyundai Elantra and Ioniq Hybrid Wheels May Detach Hyundai recalls 2020 Elantras and 2019 Ioniq Hybrids to tighten loose lug nuts.

  

  Oct 23, 2019 — The same day Hyundai recalled model year 2020 Elantras for one problem, an entirely different problem has caused the automaker to recall its 2020 Elantra cars, along with 2019 Ioniq Hybrids. Hyundai says 48 vehicles are affected by the recall ordered to fix problems that can cause the wheels to detach from the vehicles. Not a good sign for vehicles that recently left the assembly lines. According to Hyundai, the right rear lug nuts may not have been tightened ...

• Audi Recalls Q5 and SQ5 For Second Time Over Loose Trim Audi recalls SUVs because loose trim may detach and hit other vehicles, or pedestrians.

  

  Oct 22, 2019 — Audi is recalling nearly 205,000 model year 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 SUVs with rear wheel arch cover trim that may loosen and detach from the vehicles. Detached cover trim could land in the road, hit pedestrians or damage property. Audi recalled the same models in June to repair the same problems with loose trim, but the automaker didn't explain why another recall had to be issued. During the June recall, Audi explained how the fastening hooks ...

• BMW Recalls 4,000 Vehicles To Replace Takata Airbag Inflators BMW 325i, 325xi, 323Ci, 325Ci and 330Ci convertible vehicles need new driver-side inflators.

  

  Oct 21, 2019 — BMW is recalling nearly 4,000 vehicles to replace Takata airbag inflators at risk of exploding and sending sharp metal fragments into occupants. Recalled are 2000-2002 BMW 325i, 325xi, 323Ci, 325Ci and BMW 330Ci convertible vehicles equipped with driver's airbag modules which contain the dangerous inflators. The Takata airbag recall is expected to begin November 25, 2019. BMW owners are welcome to call ...

• Toyota Airbag Recall Issued For 928,000 Vehicles Toyota issues what should be the final Takata airbag inflator recall for Toyota and Lexus models.

  

  Oct 20, 2019 — A Toyota airbag recall has been issued as the final phase of Takata inflator recalls, with about 928,000 of the following vehicles included in the U.S. 2003-2013 Toyota Corolla 2009-2010 Toyota Corolla Matrix 2008-2012 Toyota  Scion xB 2002-2007 Toyota Sequoia 2011-2013 Toyota Sienna 2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner 2004-2005 Toyota RAV4 2003-2006 Toyota  Tundra 2007-2012 Toyota Yaris 2007-2012 Lexus ES 350 2010-2017 Lexus GX ...

• GM Tri-Fold Soft Tonneau Cover Recall Affects 7,200 Trucks Advantage tri-fold soft tonneau cover installation instructions too confusing for truck owners.

  

  Oct 17, 2019 — A GM tri-fold soft tonneau cover recall has been ordered for nearly 7,200 Advantage tonneau covers that were sold for 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. GM didn't explain much, but apparently Chevy and GMC truck owners were installing the Advantage tri-fold bed covers incorrectly because the " original instructions may be difficult to follow ." Those soft covers can detach from the trucks and damage other vehicles or cause road ...

• Ford Ranger Recall: HVAC Blower Motor Fire Risk Ford recalls nearly 20,000 Ranger trucks after reports of overheating blower motors.

  

  Oct 16, 2019 — A Ford Ranger recall has been ordered after at least seven incidents were reported due to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motors that may cause overheating and fires. The model year 2019 Ford Rangers have HVAC blower motors that may not have been built with the correct clearance between an electrical terminal and the base plate slot. The clearance problem can cause an electrical short that causes the blower motor to melt, smoke or ...

• Lamborghini Recalls Aventador S Coupes and Roadsters Lamborghini cars have software problems that may cause the Coupes and Roadsters to stall.

  

  Oct 15, 2019 — Lamborghini is recalling 441 model year 2017-2019 Lamborghini Aventador S Coupès and Aventador S Roadsters because the engine management software may allow the engines to stall. The problem will likely occur when the $415,000 car is coasting to a stop. Lamborghini dealers will update the engine software when the recall begins November 20, 2019. Affected Aventador S Coupè and Aventador S Roadster owners may contact Lamborghini at ...

• Daimler Recalls Sprinter and Metris Vans For Loose Parts Sprinters and Metris vans must go back to the plant for complete inspections and repairs.

  

  Oct 14, 2019 — More problems with Daimler Vans have caused a recall of 19 model year 2018-2019 Sprinter and Metris vans that left the reassembly plant without the final quality inspection of safety-relevant parts or bolt connections. The government says "unknown safety risks" may exist if customers don't identify loose parts. The Metris and Sprinter recall is expected to begin November 18, 2019. The vans will be returned to the reassembly plant so they can undergo ...

• Recall: 2020 Toyota Supra Cars May Be Replaced BMW issues recall for 2020 Toyota Supra cars after faulty parts were used for a welding tool.

  

  Oct 14, 2019 — Seven model year 2020 Toyota Supra owners may have their cars replaced for free after BMW announced the driver-side seat belt guide loop may not have been properly welded. BMW is involved in the Supra because Toyota and BMW partnered on the 2020 car. BMW says a supplier used faulty parts for the seat belt mount welding tool. The automaker says the mount may become damaged in a crash and fail to restrain the driver. The Supra cars will be inspected and if a ...

• Toyota 4Runners Recalled By Southeast Toyota Distributors SET recalls 34 SUVs because loose parts may cause the vehicles to go out of control.

  

  Oct 14, 2019 — Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) is recalling 34 model year 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner SUVs because steering and suspension components may not have been properly tightened. The 4Runners may go out of control or lose accessories while the SUVs are in motion, causing road hazards. SET dealers will inspect and re-tighten the steering and suspension fasteners once the recall begins November 19, 2019. Toyota 4Runner customers may call SET at 866-405-4226. SET's ...

• Mercedes and Freightliner Sprinter Vans Recalled Over Airbag Systems Sprinter vans may have airbag systems that weren't activated after the vans were built.

  

  Oct 13, 2019 — Daimler is recalling 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter vans because the airbag systems may not have been turned on after the vehicles were manufactured. In the U.S., about 1,230 vans are recalled and another 28 are recalled in Canada. The U.S. recall is expected to begin November 18, 2019, when dealership technicians will inspect the airbag systems and make sure they are active and working. Sprinter van owners may call 877-762-8267 and ask ...

• Subaru Forester Passenger Airbag Sensor Recall Announced Subaru recalls 366,000 Foresters after reports the passenger airbag sensors failed.

  

  Oct 11, 2019 — A Subaru Forester passenger airbag sensor recall will allegedly fix problems that cause the airbag warning lights to indicate the systems are turned off when they should be active. All (366,282) of the 2015-2018 Foresters are equipped with heated seats. Subaru says that due to a decrease in contact pressure between terminals in the occupant detection system (ODS) sensor mat harness, an unstable electrical connection can occur. In the unstable condition, the ...

• Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagons Recalled For Detaching Rear Spoilers Mercedes recalls more than 5,000 E-Class vehicles after rear spoilers kept flying off the Wagons.

  

  Oct 11, 2019 — A Mercedes-Benz E-Class recall will attempt to ensure the rear spoilers don't detach and fly off the vehicles. The automaker says the spoilers could possibly fly off any of more than 5,000 model year 2019 E450 4Matic Wagons, 2017-2018 E400 4Matic Wagons and 2018-2019 E63S 4Matic Wagons. Mercedes says the tailgate spoilers may not have been attached according to specifications and at higher speeds may completely detach and cause road hazards or injuries to ...

• BMW Recalls 257,000 Vehicles For Backup Camera Problems BMW, Rolls-Royce and even Toyota Supra vehicles need new backup camera software.

  

  Oct 10, 2019 — BMW is recalling more than 257,000 vehicles because of problems with the image displays of the backup cameras. Included in the recall is the Toyota Supra which was created in partnership with BMW. 2018 BMW 540d 2018-2020 BMW 530i 2018-2020 BMW 530i xDrive 2018-2020 BMW 540i 2018-2020 BMW 540i xDrive 2018-2020 BMW M550i xDrive 2018-2020 BMW M5 2018-2020 BMW 530e 2018-2020 BMW 530e xDrive 2018-2020 BMW X3 ...

• Volkswagen Atlas SUVs Recalled To Replace Fuel Tanks Model year 2019 Atlas SUVs may have weld problems that can allow fuel leaks and fires.

  

  Oct 10, 2019 — Volkswagen is recalling six model year 2019 Atlas SUVs to replace fuel tanks with suction jets that may have been welded in the incorrect positions. The welding problem can allow gas to leak, or the Atlas may stall due to uneven fuel distribution. Any leaking fuel near an ignition source has a chance of starting a fire. The 2019 VW Atlas recall is expected to begin October 11, 2019. Volkswagen didn't say how long it will take a dealer to replace the fuel ...

• Rolls-Royce Cullinan Recall Issued For Brake Light Problems The $325,000 vehicles may have brake lights that aren't bright enough to pass federal standards.

  

  Oct 10, 2019 — A Rolls-Royce Cullinan recall has been issued for more than 403 vehicles because the brake lights may not be bright enough. The 2019 Cullinans, which cost about $325,000 each, don't comply with federal safety standards concerning lights and reflective devices. Rolls-Royce expects the Cullinan recall to begin October 14, 2019, when dealers will update the brake light software. Customers with questions should call ...

• Chevy Equinox Recalled For Leaking Fuel Tanks General Motors says SUVs may have gas tank seams that can leak gas and start fires.

  

  Oct 10, 2019 — A Chevrolet Equinox fuel tank recall has been issued for 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel-drive SUVs, with 301 vehicles recalled in the U.S. and 61 recalled in Canada. General Motors blames the problem on a seam on the gas tank that wasn't properly sealed, allowing fuel to leak near the fuel inlet. Leaked fuel onto an ignition source will create a fire, or at least the risk of one. GM doesn't know when the Chevrolet Equinox fuel tank recall will begin, ...

• Jaguar F-Type Recall Issued For Wrong Tire Labels Jaguar recalls cars that have the incorrect information for the 18-inch rear wheels.

  

  Oct 10, 2019 — Jaguar is recalling more than 240 F-Type sports cars because the tire labels are printed with the wrong information for the 18-inch rear wheels. The recalled 2019-2020 F-Type cars have tire placard labels on the driver's side doors that contain the incorrect size for the rear tires. Jaguar says an owner could try to install the wrong tires on the cars, and the wrong labels are also a violation of federal safety standards. About 240 cars are recalled in the ...

• Recall: BMW Tells Owners To Park Their X3 and X4 Vehicles BMW warns owners to park their vehicles until dealers replace the front axle swivel bearings.

  

  Oct 10, 2019 — BMW is warning owners not to drive their 2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i vehicles until dealerships replace the front axle swivel bearings. The automaker says the swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength to the point of breaking. Busted swivel bearings will cause a driver serious problems while trying to keep the vehicle under control, which is why BMW says to park ...

• Recall: 2019 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual Has Wrong Info Honda recalls 348,000 CR-Vs because information in the manuals is wrong about airbag warnings.

  

  Oct 9, 2019 — A Honda CR-V recall has been issued for 348,000 model year 2019 SUVs because of mistakes in the owner's manuals. Honda says the 2019 CR-V owner's manual has the wrong information concerning the passenger airbag warning light. The automaker says the " Passenger Airbag Off " warning light should illuminate if there is no passenger in the seat. But the owner's manual wrongly says the warning indicator should not illuminate if the seat isn't occupied. A ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recall: Driver's Airbags May Fail Mercedes A-Class, CLA-Class and GLC-Class cars may have driver's airbag lock nut problems.

  

  Oct 5, 2019 — More than 2,200 Mercedes vehicles are recalled because the driver's side frontal airbags may not deploy in crash impacts. 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 4Matic 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 4Matic 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe 4Matic 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4Matic Mercedes says all four lock nuts that secure the driver's side frontal airbag may not have ...

• Ford F-Series Super Duty Trucks Recalled For Axle Problems F-Series trucks may have axle shafts that fracture and cause rollaways and more.

  

  Oct 4, 2019 — Ford is recalling nearly 33,000 F-Series Super Duty trucks with rear axle shafts that may break and cause the trucks to roll away. The 2019 F-Series trucks have passenger rear axle assemblies that electronically lock, but the axle shafts may have been built with steel that didn't meet specifications. In addition to a truck rolling away, a fractured axle shaft will cause a loss of motive power while driving in two-wheel-drive. The 2019 Ford F-Series Super ...

• 2020 Ford Explorer Recalled For Wiring Harness Problems Ford recalls 10,650 model year 2020 Explorers at risk of electrical short circuits and fires.

  

  Oct 4, 2019 — A Ford Explorer recall has been issued for 2020 model year SUVs equipped with 2.3-liter and 3.3-liter gas engines. More than 10,650 Explorers are included in the recall that was ordered due to wiring harnesses that may not have been properly secured. The harnesses could make contact with the air conditioning pulleys and damage the harnesses or the air conditioning drive belts. But Ford says that isn't the end of possible problems because the air ...

• Ford Escapes Added to Seatback Recliner Recall Ford recalls 9,350 Escape SUVs to repair seatbacks that may fail in model year 2020 SUVs.

  

  Oct 4, 2019 — A Ford Escape recall has been issued for 2020 model year SUVs because of seatback recliner mechanisms that may fail in crashes. About 9,350 Escapes in North America are included in the expanded recall that was originally announced in August . Ford says the Escape SUVs weren't originally part of the recall of 550,000 F-Series, Explorer, Expedition and Lincoln Aviator vehicles. According to the automaker, the 2020 Escapes have manual seatback recliner ...

• Jeep Wrangler Right-Hand-Drive SUVs Recalled Jeep Wrangler seat belt buckle investigation leads to recall of 11,500 right-hand-drive SUVs.

  

  Oct 3, 2019 — A Jeep Wrangler right-hand-drive recall has been announced for nearly 11,500 SUVs because the driver-side seat belt buckle mounting straps may break and separate from the seat frames. The 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler seat belts won't protect drivers if the mounting straps break and separate from the frames. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into 2015-2016 Wranglers in August following complaints about inboard seat ...

• Mercedes and Freightliner Sprinter Vans Recalled For Loose Hoods Daimler recalls 52,000 Sprinter vans because the hoods can fly open while driving.

  

  Oct 2, 2019 — Another Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter van recall has been issued, this time for 2018-2019 Sprinters with hoods that can fly open and block the ability to see through the windshields. More than 52,000 Sprinter vans have screw connections on the upper hoods that may not have been tightened correctly, leaving the hoods capable of opening with the vehicles in motion. Daimler says the screw connection in the hood is tightened with an EC screw ...

• Chevy Camaro Ignition Key Recall Issued Again Camaro ignition key recall will replace keys that should have been replaced years ago.

  

  Oct 1, 2019 — A Chevy Camaro ignition key recall has been issued for the second time because a bump to the key with the knee may move the ignition switch out of the "run" position and turn off the engine. General Motors says more than 10,700 model year 2010-2015 Camaros are included in the recall, which follows a similar recall of 511,000 Camaro cars in 2014 . The ignition keys were sold as replacement equipment for Chevrolet Camaros, and even though the keys had been ...

• Subaru Recalls Legacy and Outback Vehicles For Brake Problems Subaru recalls new 2020 Outbacks and Legacys that may be missing brake pedal bolts.

  

  Sep 27, 2019 — Subaru is recalling about 3,500 model year 2020 Outback and Legacy vehicles to check for brake pedal mounting bracket bolt problems. Subaru says the bolts may not have been tightened or may be completely missing. The brake pedal mounting area may deform if the bolt isn't sufficiently tightened, causing reduced braking performance due to the deformation. Subaru says an employee discovered a bolt that wasn't tight enough and certain hardware was missing on ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls GLE350 4Matic and GLE450 4Matic SUVs Model year 2020 GLE SUVs recalled for second time in a month, this time for owner's manual problems.

  

  Sep 25, 2019 — Model year 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic and GLE450 4Matic SUVs are recalled for the second time in less than a month, with this recall ordered for nearly 1,500 vehicles with owner's manual problems. Mercedes says the manuals don't include information about third-row head restraint adjustments. Federal safety standards mandate head restraint instructions must be provided to vehicle owners so the restraints can be properly adjusted. Mercedes says changes ...

• Nissan and Infiniti Backup Camera Recall Affects 1.3 Million Vehicles Nissan and Infiniti vehicles have rearview camera problems that can be fixed with software updates.

  

  Sep 23, 2019 — A Nissan and Infiniti backup camera recall has been ordered for more than 1.3 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada so that dealerships can update the rearview camera settings software. 2018-2019 Nissan Altima 2018-2019 Nissan Frontier 2018-2019 Nissan Kicks 2018-2019 Nissan Leaf 2018-2019 Nissan Maxima 2018-2019 Nissan Murano 2018-2019 Nissan NV 2018-2019 Nissan NV200 2018-2019 Nissan Pathfinder 2018-2019 Nissan ...

• Chevrolet Trax Recall Issued For Separated Lower Control Arms GM recalls about 107,400 Chevy Trax vehicles that may have faulty welds.

  

  Sep 20, 2019 — A Chevrolet Trax recall affects 107,400 model year 2015-2018 vehicles because the lower control arms may not have been properly welded. General Motors says a joint in one or both of the front lower control arms may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower control arms from the vehicles. This can cause a front wheel to angle outward and cause the driver severe steering and handling problems. The recall is an expansion of an April recall of more ...

• Mopar Rear Step Kits Recalled For 2019 Ram 1500 Trucks Mopar rear step kits, part number 82215289AB, may cause punctured fuel tanks.

  

  Sep 16, 2019 — A Mopar rear step kit recall has been issued for nearly 650 step kits with part number 82215289AB designed for 2019 Ram 1500 trucks. FCA says the step kit can change the load path through the truck frame during a rear-end crash, causing the rear control arms to buckle and make contact with the fuel tank. A fire will occur if the leaking gas tank allows fuel to make contact with an ignition source. The step kit recall is expected to begin October 16, 2019. ...

• MINI Coopers Recalled To Install Missing Crash Pads BMW recalls nearly 700 MINI Coopers that may not protect rear seat occupants.

  

  Sep 15, 2019 — BMW is recalling nearly 700 model year 2020 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2-Door, MINI Cooper S and MINI John Cooper Works vehicles. The automaker says the rear side trim panels may have been assembled without crash pads, a violation of federal safety standards. The missing crash pads will leave rear seat passengers more at risk of injuries in side impact crashes. The MINI recall is expected to begin October 16, 2019, when dealers will install the crash pads. MINI ...

• 2017 Ford Explorers Recalled After 31 Hand Injuries Ford recalls 338,000 Explorers to protect occupants from sharp edges on the seat frames.

  

  Sep 13, 2019 — Model year 2017 Ford Explorers are recalled after reports of at least 31 hand injuries caused by seat frames with sharp edges that can severely cut occupants who reach between the power front seats and the center consoles. Ford says more than 338,000 model year 2017 Explorers are recalled following complaints such as this one from a Texas driver of the 2017 Ford Explorer. The problem isn't just about suffering minor scrapes or small cuts from metal ...

• GM May Replace 2020 Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse SUVs General Motors says 3,500 SUVs are recalled because of possible fractured frame rails.

  

  Sep 12, 2019 — General Motors is recalling more than 3,500 model year 2020 Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse SUVs because the right-hand frame rails in the engine compartments may be cracked. Employees at a Michigan plant discovered a vehicle with a stress fracture in the right-hand frame rail in the engine compartment. The plant performed an inspection of about 2,000 vehicles and found three more fractured frame rails, causing GM to contact the supplier of the rails, ...

• Jeep Gladiator Recall Issued For Fractured Driveshafts Chrysler recalls model year 2020 Jeep Gladiators that may have monoblock joints that lack grease.

  

  Sep 12, 2019 — A model year 2020 Jeep Gladiator recall is necessary because the driveshafts may break and separate from the vehicles. The 3,670 Gladiators may have been assembled without grease in the monoblock joints, which are constant velocity (CV) joints within the center of the driveshafts. A monoblock joint without grease may overheat and seize, causing the rear driveshaft to fracture and put a stop to forward motion of the Gladiator. Additionally, a driveshaft that ...

• GM Vacuum Pump Recall Issued For 3.4 Million Vehicles Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs may suffer from hard brake pedals and other problems.

  

  Sep 11, 2019 — A GM vacuum pump recall for more than 3.4 million SUVs and trucks has been issued in the U.S. because brake assist could be lost and drivers could experience hard brake pedals and longer stopping distances. The General Motors vacuum pump recall includes these models in the U.S. 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban 2015-2018 Chevrolet Tahoe 2015-2018 GMC Yukon The ...

• Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Injector Issues Cause Recall GM recalls nearly 182,000 model year 2018 Chevy Malibus for disabled fuel injectors.

  

  Sep 11, 2019 — Chevrolet Malibu fuel injector issues have caused a recall of nearly 182,000 model year 2018 Malibu cars equipped with 1.5-liter turbo engines. General Motors says software problems can cause the fuel injectors to become disabled. The Malibu may stall without warning while driving and the disabled fuel injectors will prevent the engine from starting. A software error can occur in the engine control module and corrupt the data, causing the module to disable ...

• Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Recalled For 'Telltales' GM recalls nearly 99,000 vans that may not provide warning chimes for unbuckled seat belts.

  

  Sep 11, 2019 — General Motors is recalling nearly 90,000 model year 2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans because the warning lights for the seat belts won't illuminate for about five seconds after the ignitions are turned on. Federal safety standards mandate the light should illuminate if a seat belt is unbuckled, a telltale to warn the occupant to buckle the seat belt. The seat belt will continue to work as intended but without the standard warning chime usually ...

• BMW Recalls X3, X4 and M40i Models To Replace Seats BMW says only 20 vehicles are involved, but all have seatback frames incorrectly welded.

  

  Sep 10, 2019 — BMW is recalling 20 model year 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, M40i and 2019 BMW X4 xDrive30i and M40i vehicles because the front seatback frames may have been improperly welded. An occupant won't have much fun in a crash when the seatback suddenly folds forward or rearward. The vehicles need new front seats which dealers will replace when the recall begins September 23, 2019. Owners may contact BMW at 800-525-7417. CarComplaints.com has complaints ...

• BMW Recalls X1, X2 and MINI Cooper Vehicles Over Tie Rods BMW vehicles have tie rods that may break because they weren't assembled properly.

  

  Sep 10, 2019 — About 32 BMW vehicles are recalled because the tie rods may not have been assembled properly. Recalled are 2018-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2019 X2 xDrive28i, MINI Cooper S Convertible, MINI Countryman and MINI John Cooper Works Countryman vehicles. The steering gear tie rods may suffer from excessive wear of the tie rod ends, eventually causing them to break. Busted tie rods can cause drivers to lose control of the vehicles. The recall is ...

• BMW Recalls 745e xDrives To Update Software Electronic control unit software in new 2020 BMW cars can cause seat belt warnings to fail.

  

  Sep 10, 2019 — A BMW 745e xDrive recall has been issued for 173 model year 2020 cars because of software errors in the electronic control units. BMW says the software can disable the audible warning that signals for a driver to fasten their seat belt. This violates federal safety standards that mandate a driver be reminded to wear the seat belt. The BMW 745e xDrive recall will begin October 4, 2019, when dealers will update the electronic control unit software. BMW ...

• Ram Power Tailgate Recall Expanded by 690,000 Trucks Chrysler recalls Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks to fix faulty power locking tailgates.

  

  Sep 9, 2019 — A Ram power tailgate recall has been issued for the third time since 2018 because the tailgates can suddenly fall open while driving or while the trucks are stationary. The expanded recall includes more than 690,000 model year 2013-2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks manufactured until March 31, 2018. The Ram trucks are equipped with power locking tailgates built with tailgate actuator limiter tabs that may break. The limiter tab is inside the power lock ...

• Land Rover Recalls Range Rovers For Backup Camera Issues About 14,300 Range Rover and Range Rover Sports recalled after four property damage reports.

  

  Sep 2, 2019 — Land Rover is recalling nearly 14,300 model year 2018 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport SUVs equipped with Continental backup cameras that may fail to display the rearview images. Land Rover has received four property damage reports because the rearview camera screens went blank and drivers didn't check their surroundings. Land Rover opened an investigation in February 2018 after reports of camera image problems, but engineers couldn't find any pattern to the ...

• Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 Cars Recalled For Coolant Pumps Mercedes CLS 450s equipped with 6-cylinder engines may be at risk of stalling, or even fires.

  

  Sep 2, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 and CLS 450 4Matics are recalled because of electrical and coolant pump problems. More than 3,250 model year 2019 CLS 450 models are equipped with 6-cylinder gasoline engines and electrical lines that supply power to the engine coolant pumps that may contact the engine fans and chafe. This may cause the coolant pumps to malfunction or cause a deactivation of the 48V onboard electrical systems. The coolant temperature could increase and ...

• Ford Recalls 2019 Fiesta Over Brake Fluid Leaks Ford recalls about 2,600 cars after the assembly plant used the wrong brake fluid.

  

  Sep 1, 2019 — A Ford Fiesta recall will see dealerships replace the front brake calipers and brake lines on model year 2019 Fiesta cars after mistakes were made during production. About 2,600 cars in the U.S. have brake calipers that may leak brake fluid because the wrong fluid was used during assembly. Ford says the containers for the fluid used during production had the wrong labels. The brakes may drag and overheat the pads once enough brake fluid leaks from the ...

• Ford Seatback Recall Ordered For 550,000 Vehicles Ford F-Series, Explorer, Expedition and Lincoln Aviator recalled over recliner mechanisms.

  

  Aug 31, 2019 — A Ford seatback recall has been ordered for more than 550,000 vehicles with faulty recliner mechanisms that may not hold occupants in crash impacts. 2018-2020 Ford F-150 2019-2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty 2018-2020 Ford Explorer 2019-2020 Ford Expedition 2020 Lincoln Aviator Ford notes most of the recalled vehicles are equipped with manual driver-side and/or passenger-side seatback recliner mechanisms. However, the 2020 Ford Explorers and ...

• Ford Recalls Edge, Fusion, Lincoln MKX and Lincoln MKZ About 99,000 Ford vehicles may suffer power steering problems from corroded bolts.

  

  Aug 31, 2019 — Ford power steering problems have caused a recall of nearly 99,000 vehicles originally sold or currently registered in these U.S. states. Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Joining those high corrosion areas in the U.S. are Canadian provinces which use ...

• Toyota Recalls Corolla and Matrix Over Damaged Airbags Toyota recalls 274,000 cars that may have frontal passenger airbags that don't deploy properly.

  

  Aug 28, 2019 — A Toyota Corolla and Matrix recall has been issued for about 274,000 cars in the U.S. and Canada because the front passenger airbags may not inflate properly. The 2003-2008 Corolla, 2005-2008 Matrix and 2005-2008 Pontiac Vibe cars are equipped with Takata airbags, but the defect isn't related to exploding Takata airbags that caused the recalls of millions of vehicles . Toyota says there is a possibility the airbag may not unfold as designed during inflation ...

• Kia Telluride Recall Ordered For Wrong Seat Belt Assemblies Model year 2020 Kia Telluride SUVs have seat belt assemblies made for the Middle East market.

  

  Aug 28, 2019 — A Kia Telluride recall has been ordered for model year 2020 SUVs because the seat belt assemblies may not hold child seat systems in crashes. Affected are more than 30,000 Tellurides with faulty assemblies in all the seats. The seat belt assemblies were made for the Middle East market and may have been mistakenly installed in all the Telluride seats. Kia says the driver seat belt assemblies are non-U.S. specification assemblies, and all the other seats aren't ...

• BMW 1-Series Blower Motor Regulator Recall Ordered BMW blower motor regulator wiring harnesses may cause overheating and fires.

  

  Aug 27, 2019 — A BMW 1-Series blower motor regulator recall has been issued for more than 50,000 vehicles to prevent overheating and fires caused by the regulator wire harnesses. Included in the recall are 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i and 135is coupes and convertibles equipped with wiring and electrical connectors in the blower motor regulator wiring harnesses that may overheat. In 2017, BMW recalled about 630,000 model year 2006-2012 BMW 3-Series vehicles for blower motor ...

• Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUVs Recalled For Drain Hose Problems Mercedes recalls 19,500 SUVs with air conditioning drain hoses that may leak water into cabins.

  

  Aug 26, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 19,500 GLE-Class SUVs because the air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed. The 2020 Mercedes GLE350, GLE350 4Matic and GLE450 4Matic SUVs will allow water to drain from the air conditioners into the passenger compartments. The automaker says problems occurred during assembly when the drain hoses weren't installed according to specifications, affecting the tightness of the connections. All sorts of ...

• Mercedes-Benz C-Class Recall Issued For Battery Problems About 28,400 C300 and C43 vehicles may have faulty 12-volt battery mounting brackets.

  

  Aug 25, 2019 — A Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall has been issued for about 28,400 model year 2018-2019 C300, C300 4Matic and C43 AMG 4Matic vehicles to repair problems with the batteries. Mercedes says the mounting bracket for the 12-volt battery may not be secured, allowing the battery to shift in a crash. This can disconnect the battery terminals and cause problems with activating the hazard lights or calling emergency services. Additionally, busted mounting brackets can ...

• Mercedes GLA250s Recalled Over Faulty Seat Belt Components More than 3,400 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 vehicles may have defects related to the rear seat belts.

  

  Aug 25, 2019 — A Mercedes-Benz GLA250 and GLA250 4Matic recall is necessary because the left anchor plates of the rear middle seat belts may be loose. The 2018-2019 GLA250 vehicles will be inspected by dealerships and have the left anchor plates of the rear middle seat belts repaired. More than 3,400 Mercedes vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and about 93 Canadian vehicles are affected. Mercedes received a report in September 2018 concerning a GLA250 at a Mercedes ...

• Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500 and 4500 Vans Recalled Mercedes-Benz recalls 10,000 Sprinter vans to repair problems with the tail lights.

  

  Aug 24, 2019 — Daimler Vans is recalling nearly 10,000 Sprinter vans because of problems with the tail lights. Recalled are 2019 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500 and 4500 vans with manual turn switches. If the switch activates the vehicle lights and is turned quickly from one lighting position to another, the brightness of the tail lights can go extremely dim or possibly completely shut down. Mercedes learned of the problem at a production plant ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 679,000 Vehicles For Rollaway Risk VW Beetles, Golfs, GTIs and Jettas affected if equipped with keyless entry and manual handbrakes.

  

  Aug 23, 2019 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 679,000 vehicles to prevent them from rolling away because the keys can be removed from the ignitions when the transmission gear shifters are not in PARK. 2015-2019 Volkswagen GTI 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf 2018-2019 Volkswagen Golf 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen 2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta VW says all the recalled vehicles are ...

• Toyota Camry Recall Will Repair Passenger Airbag Problems Model year 2019 Toyota Camry cars may have miscalibrated occupant classification systems.

  

  Aug 17, 2019 — A 2019 Toyota Camry recall will have dealerships repair problems related to the passenger frontal and knee airbags. Toyota says 680 Camrys are recalled because of improperly calibrated occupant classification systems. The front passenger seats of the Camrys are equipped with occupant classification systems which provide input to the airbag systems for deploying the front passenger airbags and the front passenger knee airbags. Toyota traced the defect to a ...

• Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ Recalled For Seat Belt-Related Problems Ford recalls 108,400 vehicles after someone was injured by a seat belt cable failure.

  

  Aug 15, 2019 — A Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ recall has been issued for 108,400 vehicles because the seat belt assemblies may fail. The 2015 Ford Fusion and 2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles have seat belt anchor pretensioners that could degrade the strength of the cables to the point occupants wouldn't be restrained. This may occur on both front seat belt anchor pretensioners due to heat generated when the pretensioners activate. The recall is an expansion of a December 2016 ...

• Two 2019 Ram 1500 Trucks Recalled For Instrument Clusters Failed instrument clusters, one in the U.S. and one in Canada, cause warning lights to fail.

  

  Aug 8, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling two 2019 Ram 1500 trucks, one in the U.S. and one in Canada, because the instrument clusters may not illuminate warnings to the drivers. The one truck owner in the U.S. will be contacted in September to have a dealership replace the instrument cluster. Chrysler may be contacted in the U.S. at 800-853-1403 and in Canada at 800-465-2001. CarComplaints.com has owner-reported complaints about 2019 Ram 1500 trucks ...

• Model Year 2019 Honda CR-Vs Recalled For Fire Risk Honda CR-V SUVs may have defective joint welds that allow fuel to leak.

  

  Aug 8, 2019 — Honda is recalling about 150 model year 2019 CR-V SUVs due to a risk of fuel leaks and fires. Honda says the joint weld between the gas tank and vapor return line wasn't properly welded, causing the weld to fail. The failed weld can allow gas to leak onto an ignition source and start a fire. About 134 recalled Honda CR-Vs are recalled in the U.S. and 17 are recalled in Canada. The 2019 Honda CR-V recall is expected to begin in the U.S. September 16, ...

• Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Recalled For Stalling Giulia and Stelvio drivers say the engines stalled. Alfa Romeo says the vehicles ran out of gas.

  

  Aug 7, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 23,000 model year 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio vehicles because the gas gauges can give inaccurate readings and cause the engines to stall. Alfa Romeo says the problem is caused by software problems in the body control modules that fool drivers into believing the cars and SUVs have more fuel than they do. In June 2019, Chrysler noticed an increase of complaints about stalled engines in Italian Giulia and Stelvio ...

• Ford Recalls 2020 Explorers and Lincoln Aviators For 2 Problems More than 14,000 SUVs may be at risk of rolling away caused by 2 problems at the factory.

  

  Aug 7, 2019 — A 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator recall is necessary because the new SUVs may already have two problems. The 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator recall includes nearly 14,000 SUVs in the U.S. and nearly 240 in Canada, but Ford says most are still at dealerships. One problem is a missing manual PARK release cover that federal regulators say must be in place and removable only with a tool. A missing cover exposes the manual PARK release lever that ...

• Toyota RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrids Recalled For Backup Cameras About 18,000 Toyota RAV4s will be checked for backup camera problems that leave the displays blank.

  

  Aug 6, 2019 — A 2019 Toyota RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid recall has been ordered to repair problems related to the backup cameras. About 18,000 RAV4s are recalled in North America because the backup cameras may fail when drivers shift the SUVs into REVERSE. Toyota says a damaged connector in the audio display unit may cause the backup camera to fail. A driver won't be able to see the area behind the RAV4, defeating the entire purpose of the system. The automaker also says this ...

• Mazda3 Rearview Mirror Problems Cause Recall Mazda recalls 2019 Mazda3 for 5th time in a few months. Rearview mirror glass can detach.

  

  Aug 6, 2019 — Mazda3 rearview mirror problems have caused a recall of more than 22,500 cars because the mirror glass may detach from the mirror housings without warning. The 2019 Mazda3 rearview mirror glass was not adequately bonded to the housing during manufacturing. Faulty adhesion can cause the glass to suddenly pop loose and fall off, and Mazda says a driver won't notice a problem until the problem occurs. Although a driver will be left without the benefit of the ...

• Maserati Levante SUVs Recalled Over LED Headlight Problems Maserati recalls 460 SUVs equipped with LED headlights with adaptive front lighting systems.

  

  Aug 2, 2019 — A 2019 Maserati Levante recall has been ordered for more than 460 SUVs equipped with LED headlights with adaptive front lighting systems. The LED headlights may be misadjusted above the maximum height allowed, possibly causing problems for oncoming drivers at night. About 425 SUVs are recalled in the U.S. and 40 are recalled in Canada. The 2019 Maserati Levante recall is expected to begin in the U.S. August 26, 2019. Maserati dealerships will adjust the LED ...

• Subaru Ascent SUVs Recalled For Loose Driveshafts Subaru Ascents may have loose driveshaft support bolts on the front of the driveshafts.

  

  Aug 2, 2019 — Subaru is recalling 166 model year 2019 Ascent SUVs with driveshaft center support bolts that may loosen and cause the front of the driveshafts to disconnect. Subaru dealerships will replace the driveshaft assemblies, but customers with questions may call 844-373-6614. The Subaru Ascent recall number is WUI-94. CarComplaints.com has owner-reported complaints about Subaru Ascent SUVs ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles With Active Brake Assist Mercedes recalls 2,700 vehicles to repair software errors in the sensors for active brake assist.

  

  Aug 2, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 2,700 vehicles due to software errors in the radar sensor control units that may cause problems with active brake assist. All the vehicles are equipped with driver assistance packages. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 Cabrio 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300A Cabrio 4MATIC 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe 4MATIC 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC 2019 Mercedes-Benz C43 ...

• BMW Recalls X5 and X7 Vehicles With Loose Wheel Bolts Wheels could fall off because the bolts may not have been adequately tightened.

  

  Aug 2, 2019 — BMW is recalling seven X5 and X7 vehicles because the wheels could fall off, all caused by bolts that may not have been sufficiently tightened. The 2019 X5 xDrive50i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles need their left-side wheel bolts replaced once the recall begins in the U.S. on September 16, 2019. Five of the vehicles are in the U.S. and two are recalled in Canada. Affected customers may call ...

• Kia Recalls Optimas For Forward Collision System Problems Recalled Optimas are equipped with Gamma 1.6-liter turbo GDI or Theta II 2-liter turbo GDI engines.

  

  Aug 1, 2019 — A Kia Optima recall includes more than 11,400 cars because the forward collision avoidance systems may fail due to software errors. The 2019 Kia Optima may suffer from braking assist failure when a forward vehicle is detected in the road. According to Kia, the recalled 2019 Optimas are equipped with Gamma 1.6-liter turbo GDI or Theta II 2-liter turbo GDI engines. Kia's forward collision avoidance system detects and monitors the vehicle ahead to warn a ...

• Audi Recalls A4, A5, S4 and S5 Vehicles For Airbag Failures Audi recalls 144,000 vehicles for software problems that cause passenger airbag failures.

  

  Aug 1, 2019 — Audi airbag software has caused a recall of 144,000 vehicles equipped with connecting cables that may oxidize and cause the software problems. Those software problems can misdiagnose malfunctions and disable the passenger airbags. 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet 2018 Audi S5 Sportback 2018 Audi S5 Coupe 2018 Audi S4 Sedan 2018 Audi A5 Cabriolet 2018 Audi A5 Sportback 2018 Audi A5 Coupe 2017-2018 Audi A4 Sedan 2017-2018 Audi A4 ...

• Weight Labels Cause Southeast Toyota Distributors Recall Southeast Toyota Distributors recalls Toyota Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Sienna and Yaris iA.

  

  Aug 1, 2019 — Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) is recalling more than 1,300 vehicles equipped with the wrong load carrying capacity modification labels. The label problem was found during a routine audit in March when employees discovered the weight of the floor mats was included in the load carrying capacity modification labels. Included in the recall are the 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Sienna and Yaris iA. Southeast Toyota Distributors will notify ...

• Daimler Vans Recalls 2 Mercedes Metris Vans Sensors in the electric power steering units may have been improperly manufactured in the vans.

  

  Aug 1, 2019 — Daimler Vans has recalled two model year 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans because the internal sensors in the electric power steering units may have been improperly manufactured. This can cause deactivation of the electric power steering assist while driving, and without warning. Mercedes Metris dealers will replace the steering units in the two vans, but owners may call 877-762-8267 and refer to recall number ...

• Genesis G80 and G90 Cars Recalled Over Fire Risk Hyundai recalls Genesis cars to prevent oil from leaking onto the exhaust manifolds due to bad seals

  

  Jul 31, 2019 — Hyundai is recalling more than 8,400 Genesis G80 and Genesis G90 vehicles equipped with 3.3-liter turbo engines. The 2018 Genesis G80 and 2017-2018 Genesis G90 may have loose seals in the turbocharger oil supply pipes, something that can cause oil to leak onto the exhaust manifolds. This creates the perfect condition for a fire, something that has already occurred. However, Hyundai says it is unaware of any U.S. crashes or injuries related to the oil ...

• Volkswagen Recalls CCs and Tiguans For Airbag Failures Defective airbag control units cause VW to recall about 34,500 vehicles to prevent airbag failures.

  

  Jul 30, 2019 — A Volkswagen airbag control unit recall has been ordered for more than 34,500 model year 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles, all part of multiple recalls from various automakers for the same airbag problems. VW says the Tiguans and CCs are equipped with airbag electronic control units (ECUs) that may have defective power supply capacitors that cause inadvertent airbag deployments, or cause the airbags to completely fail in crashes. The airbag control units were ...

• Porsche Recalls 911s, Boxsters, Caymans and Panameras Porsche orders recall due to ZF-TRW airbag control units that cause airbag failures.

  

  Jul 29, 2019 — A Porsche airbag control unit recall has been issued for more than 8,000 model year 2016-2017 Porsche 911s and Boxsters, and 2016 Caymans and Panameras. Porsche says the electronic control units (ECUs) may have faulty power supply capacitors that can deactivate the airbags or even cause the airbags to inadvertently deploy. The airbag control units were manufactured by ZF-TRW, a company responsible for multiple lawsuits and a titanic federal investigation ...

• Mazda3 Recalled To Fix Faulty Head Restraints Mazda recalls more than 12,300 model year 2019 Mazda3 cars because of seat cover problems.

  

  Jul 25, 2019 — Mazda is recalling 12,375 model year 2019 Mazda3 cars to repair problems that affect the head restraints. The problem occurs because of improper installation of the seat cover material on the seatbacks. An occupant will likely know something isn't right when trying to adjust the height of the head restraint. Mazda says it's also possible an affected head restraint will move around freely without the ability to lock into place. Mazda learned of the problem ...

• Toyota Brake Booster Pump Recall Issued For 7,200 Vehicles Toyota recalls vehicles that may lose brake assist and stability control from failed booster pumps.

  

  Jul 25, 2019 — A Toyota brake booster pump recall has been issued for nearly 7,200 of the following vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to replace the pumps and keep vital systems working. 2019 Toyota Prius 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid 2019 Lexus UX 250h 2019 Lexus ES 300h 2019 Lexus LC 500 2019 Lexus LS 500/500h The brake booster pump may stop working because it wasn't properly manufactured, ...

• Chrysler Recalls Ram 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 Trucks Model year 2019 Ram trucks may have fuel lines that leak and start engine compartment fires.

  

  Jul 21, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling about 560 model year 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, and 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with diesel engines and fuel lines that may leak fuel into the engine compartments. A single ignition source could easily cause a fire. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) opened an investigation in May after a report of leaking fuel lines at the diesel engine supplier, Cummins. The leak was determined to come from a fuel line with incorrectly ...

• Mazda Recalls MX-5 Miata Cars For Loose Skid Plates Mazda MX-5 Miatas may have skid plate bracket welds that won't hold the plates to the cars.

  

  Jul 21, 2019 — A recall involving model year 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata cars is needed because the skid plates and metal brackets may detach from underneath the cars. This will leave things a mess for other vehicles on the roads. The defect is blamed on improper maintenance of a spot welding machine that decreases the strength of the welds. Mazda received the initial report of skid plate noise in December 2015 and the affected parts showed several of 12 welding points had ...

• Nissan Recalls Titan Trucks Due To Alternator Wire Harnesses More than 101,000 Nissan Titan trucks recalled to prevent electrical problems and fires.

  

  Jul 19, 2019 — A Nissan Titan recall has been ordered to repair problems with alternator harnesses that could cause electrical short circuits and fires, or what Nissan calls, " thermal incidents ." More than 101,700 model year 2017-2019 Titan trucks may have harnesses that may have been damaged when the engines were installed. When the VK56 engines were lowered into place, the alternator harnesses may have made contact with the edges of the metal frame brackets. Nissan says ...

• Toyota Prius c Recall Issued Over DC-DC Converters Toyota Prius c recall affects cars with hybrid systems that can fail once DC-DC converters fail.

  

  Jul 14, 2019 — A Toyota Prius c recall will require dealerships to fix problems with the DC-DC converters that can cause the hybrid systems to shut down. The 2018-2019 Prius c DC-DC converter may fail and cause a failure of the battery to receive power from the converter. The problem only affects vehicles equipped with DC-DC converters which use circuit boards with incorrect specifications. The automaker says about 10 percent of the cars may develop solder separations due ...

• Mercedes-Benz GLE SUVs May Have Holes in the Floors Mercedes says GLE350s and GLE450s may have holes in the floors from welding mistakes.

  

  Jul 13, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 800 GLE350 and GLE450 SUVs in two recalls, the largest which includes 753 vehicles that may have holes in the floors. The 2020 GLE350 4Matic and GLE450 4Matic vehicles may have suffered from welding mistakes during production, errors that can allow water to leak into the cabins. Drivers will really have problems if water hits electrical components and causes electrical short circuits. About 63 vehicles are recalled in ...

• Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S Cars Recalled to Replace Driveshafts Separated driveshafts cause Mercedes to recall about 770 AMG GT S cars in the U.S. and Canada.

  

  Jul 13, 2019 — More than 770 model year 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT S cars may have driveshafts that separate while driving. About 660 vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and 115 are recalled in Canada. Mercedes says the bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshafts and the engine/transmission flanges may not be strong enough. Mercedes-Benz says the recall is expected to begin August 13, 2019. Dealerships will need to replace the driveshafts, including the flanges. AMG GT ...

• Subaru May Buy Back Legacy and Outback Vehicles 2019 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles may have faulty welds that weaken the bodies of the vehicles

  

  Jul 12, 2019 — Subaru is recalling more than 2,200 Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have spot weld problems which could mean the automaker buying back the vehicles. Every affected owner of a 2019 Subaru Outback or Legacy will have choices if faulty welds are discovered. Subaru dealers will inspect the vehicles for "B" line identification marks and if the affected parts were produced on that line, the spot welds will be inspected by representatives of Subaru. The ...

• Ford Recalls Ranger SuperCab Trucks For Faulty Seat Belts Nearly 8,000 model year 2019 Ranger SuperCabs have passenger seat belts that may fail.

  

  Jul 12, 2019 — A 2019 Ford Ranger SuperCab recall has been ordered for nearly 8,000 trucks because the front passenger seat belts may not work properly. Ford says the Ranger seat belts weren't assembled properly and could fail to restrain passengers. Ford didn't say much about the recall and the government hasn't released details, but there are about 7,580 trucks recalled in the U.S. and about 400 in Canada. The 2019 Ford Ranger SuperCabs were built in Michigan between ...

• Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-5 Recalled For Stalling Engines Automaker says drivers may experience illuminated warning lights and engines that suddenly stall.

  

  Jul 11, 2019 — Mazda is recalling more than 304,000 vehicles because problems with the powertrain control modules can cause the engines to stall. Recalled are the 2018-2019 Mazda CX-5, 2018-2019 Mazda6 and 2019 Mazda3 to repair problems that cause the engines to lose power or stall. Mazda received a report in January 2018 about engine noise and was told the cylinder intake valve rocker arm fell off, then two months later a second report said an engine was running ...

• Jeep Cherokees Recalled To Keep The Airbags Working FCA recalls 43,400 Jeep Cherokees for problems with the impact and acceleration sensors.

  

  Jul 10, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) is recalling more than 43,400 Jeep Cherokees because of problems with the acceleration and impact sensors used for the airbag systems. The 2019 Jeep Cherokee sensors may fail and cause failures of the airbag systems to detect crash impacts. More than 41,000 SUVs are recalled in the U.S. and nearly 2,300 Cherokees are recalled in the U.S. Chrysler opened an international investigation in April because engineers found problems with the ...

• Mazda RX-8 Cars Recalled Again For Takata Airbag Inflators Mazda recalls RX-8 cars that were previously recalled but never repaired.

  

  Jul 10, 2019 — A Mazda RX-8 recall has been ordered for more than 220 cars that need their passenger airbag modules replaced. The 2010-2011 RX-8 cars are equipped with frontal passenger Takata airbag inflators that were installed as original or replacement equipment. The metal inflators can explode and kill or injure occupants, but this latest recall is necessary because the cars have been recalled in the past. Mazda says although the 2010-2011 cars were previously ...

• Ford Focus Canister Purge Valve Recall, Take 2 Ford recalls 58,000 Focus and Focus ST cars that may break down from incomplete recall repairs.

  

  Jul 9, 2019 — A Ford Focus canister purge valve recall has been issued a second time following an identical recall in October 2018 to repair deformed gas tanks. Customers of 2012 and 2017 Ford Focus and 2013-2014 Focus ST cars report illuminated warning lights, erratic fuel gauges and cars that lose motive power. The 2018 Focus canister purge valve recall included about 1.5 million cars, but the latest recall affects about 57,400 vehicles in the U.S., 400 in Canada and ...

• Ram 1500 Trucks Recalled For Wrong Spare Tires Chrysler says model year 2019 Ram 1500s were equipped with spare tires that don't match labels.

  

  Jul 6, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler is recalling 32 model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks with the wrong spare tires. Chrysler says 27 trucks are in the U.S. and five are recalled in Canada, all because the spare tires may be different than what the tire placard labels indicate. This is a violation of safety standards and dealers will need to replace the spare tires. Ram 1500 owners should have been contacted by now, but customers with questions should call ...

• Chrysler Recalls 2014 Jeep Cherokees For Transmission Problems Cherokees equipped with 3.2-liter engines can unexpectedly shift into neutral while driving.

  

  Jul 6, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling its 2014 Jeep Cherokee SUVs equipped with 3.2-liter engines because the transmissions may unexpectedly shift into neutral. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) says the transmission software may shift the transmission into neutral if the clutch gets stuck in the transmission. The automaker says 91,650 Cherokees are affected by the recall, something that allegedly can be fixed by updating the transmission software. Chrysler opened an internal ...

• Chrysler Recalls 2019 Jeep Renegades With Upland Trim Jeep Renegades may have airbags that deploy at high-output when they should deploy low-output.

  

  Jul 5, 2019 — A 2019 Jeep Renegade recall for 745 vehicles is needed to repair airbag problems in Renegades equipped with Upland trim packages. Fiat Chrysler says the occupant restraint controllers may not have been calibrated correctly, causing the airbags to deploy incorrectly in crash impacts. Chrysler says a frontal collision below 16 mph but sufficient enough to trigger a low-output airbag deployment may cause the airbag to deploy at high output. Instead of the ...

• Acura ILX Recall Issued to Replace Driveshafts Acura recalls 58,000 ILX cars that may roll away or lose power from driveshaft problems.

  

  Jul 4, 2019 — An Acura ILX recall for more than 58,000 cars has been ordered to replace right driveshafts and halfshafts so the cars don't roll away. About 50,000 model year 2016-2019 ILX cars are affected in the U.S. and more than 8,300 are recalled in Canada. In addition to rollaway dangers, the cars could lose motive power while driving. The automaker received a claim about a car that lost motive power in 2015 and concluded the ILX was assembled incorrectly. Acura ...

• VW Recalls Atlas and Passat Vehicles To Fix Headlights Volkswagen recalls 714,000 cars and SUVs that may have missing caps that block headlight adjustments

  

  Jul 2, 2019 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 714,000 model year 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat cars and 2018-2019 Atlas SUVs because the headlights could be adjusted by customers. More than 662,000 of the recalled vehicles are in the U.S. and nearly 52,000 are in Canada. According to federal safety standards, a headlight is not permitted to have a horizontal adjustment. To ensure the headlight can't be adjusted or aimed incorrectly, a cap is put in place after the ...

• Maserati Granturismos Recalled For Airbag Problems Problems in the airbag control units cause the airbags to deploy when they shouldn't.

  

  Jun 29, 2019 — A Maserati Granturismo recall for about 780 vehicles has been issued to fix problems that can cause the airbags to deploy without crash impacts, or fail to deploy in crash impacts. The 2015-2018 Granturismo and 2016-2018 Granturismo Convertible vehicles may have airbag electronic control units with defective power supply capacitors. According to Maserati, the airbag electronic control unit with a faulty power supply capacitor may not manage the voltage of the ...

• Audi A8 Recall Issued For Passenger Seat Problems Audi recalls 66 A8s equipped with rear relaxation seats.

  

  Jun 28, 2019 — A 2019 Audi A8 recall has been issued for 66 vehicles equipped with rear relaxation seats. Audi says the front passenger seat track rivets may fail and cause the spindle brackets to separate. This won't be good news if the rivets and brackets fail in a crash. Audi technicians will replace the passenger seat tracks once the recall begins August 2, 2019. Owners may contact Audi at 800-253-2834 and refer to recall number 72J3. CarComplaints.com has ...

• Audi Recalls A3, RS3 and S3 For Airbag Failures Audi recalls 139,000 vehicles with airbags that may fail to protect passengers in crashes.

  

  Jun 28, 2019 — Audi is recalling nearly 139,000 vehicles because the passenger airbags may deactivate and fail to deploy in crash impacts. 2015-2016 Audi S3 2015-2019 Audi A3 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet 2016-2018 Audi A3 e-tron 2017-2019 Audi RS3 The automaker traced the defect to an electrical contact that may cause the passenger occupant detection systems to mistakenly malfunction. The automaker says a " mostly temporary loose contact at the ...

• Mazda Recall: Mazda3 Wheels Could Fall Off From Loose Lug Nuts Mazda recalls 38,000 Mazda3s to fix loose lug nuts that could lead to detached wheels.

  

  Jun 28, 2019 — A 2019 Mazda3 recall for more than 38,000 cars is needed to prevent the wheels from detaching from the vehicles due to loose lug nuts. The automaker received a report of loose lug nuts from outside the U.S. in April and confirmed other Mazda3 cars in Japan were also affected at an assembly plant. Mazda determined the problem was caused by a partial gap between the hub bolt head and hub flange of the hub bearing assembly. This caused a loss of torque and ...

• Takata Airbags Cause Recall of 1.6 Million Acura/Honda Vehicles Last phase of Honda and Acura Takata airbag inflator recalls begins.

  

  Jun 28, 2019 — A Honda Takata airbag recall for about 1.6 million Acura and Honda vehicles in the U.S. has been announced six months ahead of a schedule set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 2003 Acura 3.2CL 2013 Acura ILX 2003-2006 Acura MDX 2015 Acura RDX 2005-2012 Acura RL 2002-2003 Acura 3.2TL 2009-2014 Acura TL 2009-2014 Acura TSX 2010-2013 Acura ZDX 2001-2012 Honda Accord 2010-2015 Honda ...

• Audi Recalls 148,000 Q5 and SQ5 SUVs For Loose Trim Wheel arch cover trim may come loose and fly off the Audi Q5 and SQ5 SUVs.

  

  Jun 28, 2019 — Audi is recalling more than 148,000 model year 2018-2019 Q5 and SQ5 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because the wheel arch cover trim may come loose and fly off the vehicles. The problem may not cause the Audi driver much trouble, but flying trim could put other drivers and vehicles in danger. Audi says it received reports about loose wheel arch cover trim between August 2017 and August 2018 and caused the automaker to open an internal investigation. Audi ...

• Ferrari Recalls Vehicles For Airbag and Seat Belt Problems Ferrari says the airbags and seat belt pretensioners could suddenly deploy, or fail to deploy.

  

  Jun 27, 2019 — Ferrari is recalling more than 950 vehicles because the airbags and seat belt pretensioners may fail in crashes. Additionally, Ferrai says the airbags and pretensioners could suddenly and unexpectedly deploy. The automaker says the electronic airbag control units may fail in the following models. 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider 2018 Ferrari 488 Pista 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB 2015-2017 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta 2016 ...

• Range Rover Door Latch Recall Ordered, Again Land Rover recalls 65,400 Range Rovers with doors that may open when they look to be latched.

  

  Jun 27, 2019 — A Range Rover door latch recall has been ordered for owners who have been down this road too many times. Land Rover says nearly 65,400 model year 2013-2016 Ranger Rovers and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sports have door latch problems that cause doors to appear to be closed, but appearances are deceiving. The problem is the keyless vehicle latching systems that can cause the unlatched doors to open while driving. A Range Rover door latch recall was issued in 2015 ...

• Mazda Recalls CX-9 SUVs For Electrical Problems Mazda recalls 8,300 CX-9s because the turn signals and airbags may fail, and the engines won't start

  

  Jun 26, 2019 — Nearly 8,300 Mazda CX-9 SUVs are recalled in the U.S. and Canada because multiple systems may deactivate without warning. The 2018 CX-9s may have wiring harness problems that disable the turn signals, passenger airbags and the engine starting systems. Mazda also says the instrument cluster warnings may give false alerts. Mazda blames the weak connector terminals on changes to the manufacturing of the front and rear of the harnesses. According to Mazda, weak ...

• 2020 Range Rover Evoques Recalled For Windshield Washer Failures Land Rover says 2,700 SUVs have windshield washer system pump fuses that may fail.

  

  Jun 26, 2019 — Land Rover is recalling about 2,700 model year 2020 Range Rover Evoque SUVs because the front and rear windshield washer systems may fail due to fuse problems. A fuse in the engine junction box for the front or rear windshield washer system may fail if used in freezing weather or if the system is blocked. Land Rover opened an investigation in March following windshield washer pump failures that occurred on 2020 prototype vehicles being tested in Sweden. ...

• Ford Recalls Econolines That May Suddenly Lose Propulsion Ford says vehicles have weld problems that can cause a loss of torque from the 5R110W transmissions.

  

  Jun 25, 2019 — Ford is recalling about 4,300 Econoline vehicles equipped with 5.4-liter engines and 5R110W transmissions because the vehicles can suddenly lose drive power. Ford says the 2009-2016 Econolines have ambulance or school bus packages with welds inside the coast clutches that may fail. The automaker says the faulty welds in the Econolines can fatigue and fail and stop the vehicles from moving forward, with the majority of reports indicating the welds fail during ...

• Audi Q3 SUVs Recalled For Turn Signal Failures Audi recalls 23,200 Q3s equipped with LED headlights after finding software problems.

  

  Jun 25, 2019 — More than 23,200 Audi Q3 SUVs are recalled if they are equipped with LED headlights. Audi says there may be problems with the front turn signals that can fail to illuminate, but Q3 drivers won't know the signals have failed. The 2016-2018 Audi Q3s could be driven with drivers making turns without knowing other drivers see no front turn indicators. The automaker says software wasn't configured correctly and will cause the turn signals to fail without providing ...

• Land Rover Range Rovers Recalled Over Door Latches About 28,600 Range Rovers have left-side doors that may open while the vehicles are moving.

  

  Jun 23, 2019 — Land Rover Range Rovers are recalled to repair problems with the doors that remain unlatched when they are closed. More than 28,600 model year 2016 Range Rovers and Range Rover Sports may have keyless vehicle latching systems that can get stuck. Land Rover says the problem occurs on the left doors which can open while the vehicles are moving. Land Rover opened an internal investigation after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ...

• Karma Revero Recall Issued For Defective Doors Karma recalls Reveros because the front doors may not handle side impacts so well.

  

  Jun 22, 2019 —  Karma Automotive is recalling about 340 model year 2018 Karma Revero cars because the front left door upper intrusion bars may be split. Karma says this can compromise the strength of the doors during side impacts. In addition, the door problem is a violation of federal safety standards. There are 295 recalled Reveros in the U.S. and another 44 in Canada. The Karma Revero recall will begin July 12, 2019, when dealers will replace any affected front ...

• Porsche Recalls Cayenne and Panamera For Risk of Rollaways Porsche recalls 108,400 vehicles that can fool drivers into believing the transmissions are in PARK.

  

  Jun 22, 2019 — Porsche is recalling about 108,400 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada for rollaway dangers related to the gear shifters. 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne S 2003-2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 2004-2010 Porsche Cayenne 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S 2010-2016 Porsche Panamera S 2010-2016 Porsche Panamera 4 S 2010-2016 Porsche Panamera Turbo 2011-2016 Porsche Panamera 2011-2016 Porsche Panamera 4 2012-2013 Porsche Panamera Turbo ...

• Subaru Crosstrek Recalled For Faulty Window Glass Subaru recalls model year 2019 Crosstreks because of rear window glass tempering problems.

  

  Jun 21, 2019 — A model year 2019 Subaru Crosstrek recall has been announced to replace the driver-side rear door window glass because of tempering problems. According to the automaker, the 2019 Crosstreks have rear window glass that could shatter into large pieces instead of small pieces as required by federal safety standards. There are 256 vehicles recalled in the U.S. and another 10 in recalled in Canada. Subaru dealers will begin replacing the window glass when the ...

• BMW Recalls X7s For Head Airbag Problems BMW says 2,000 new vehicles may have airbags that weren't installed properly.

  

  Jun 16, 2019 — BMW is recalling nearly 2,000 new X7 vehicles because the driver and passenger head airbags may not have been installed properly. The 2019 X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles need the head airbags reinstalled by dealers. About 1,822 of the BMW vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and 120 are recalled in Canada. Specifically, the head airbags may not have been aligned within the vehicle trim according to specifications, causing the airbags to fail or deploy ...

• Ford Recalls F-150 Trucks That Received Faulty Recall Repairs Ford says 2013 F-150s were recalled for downshifting problems but the software repairs didn't work.

  

  Jun 13, 2019 — Ford is recalling model year 2013 Ford F-150 trucks equipped with 5-liter and 6.2-liter gasoline engines even though the trucks were recently recalled. The problem is the powertrain control module software that was reprogrammed in the trucks equipped with 6-speed transmissions. About 123,000 F-150s are involved, and all were worked on during a February 2019 recall of 1.5 million trucks that could suddenly downshift at highway speeds. What's bad is the recall ...

• Ford Explorer Recall: Suspension Problems in 1.2 Million SUVs Ford Explorers recalled to prevent drivers from losing control due broken suspension toe links.

  

  Jun 12, 2019 — A Ford Explorer recall for more than 1.2 million SUVs has been ordered so that dealerships can replace the left and right rear suspension toe links. According to Ford, 2011-2017 Explorers may suffer from rear suspension toe link fractures that will cause drivers serious steering problems, including the chance of losing control. Ford says one driver reported hitting a curb when the toe link broke, but the automaker says it's unaware of any injuries caused by ...

• Audi e-tron Recall Issued Over Fire Risk Audi recalls all-electric e-tron SUV to prevent moisture from the battery compartments.

  

  Jun 10, 2019 — An Audi e-tron recall has been issued for 1,644 electric SUVs over the risk of battery fires, or what Audi calls, a " thermal event ." The Audi e-tron recall will affect 540 SUVs in the hands of customers while the remaining vehicles will be repaired before sold by dealers. The automaker says the recall is necessary because a seal may allow moisture to enter the battery compartment and cause a short-circuit. Audi says no fires have been reported to date, ...

• Jaguar I-PACE Recall Issued For Braking Problems Jaguar electric SUVs may suffer from extended stopping distances when drivers push the brake pedals.

  

  Jun 8, 2019 — Jaguar is recalling more than 3,400 I-PACE electric SUVs because of problems with the braking systems. Jaguar says if the electrical regenerative brake system fails, there will be a delay between the time a driver hits the brake pedal and the vehicle slowing down. Delays in acceleration in the 2019-2020 I-PACE SUVs will cause increased stopping distances and increase the risk of crashes. The problem was discovered after Jaguar opened an investigation in ...

• Mazda3 Recall Ordered for Airbag/Seat Belt Warning Lights Mazda recalls 28,000 cars with defective warning indicators caused by software problems.

  

  Jun 8, 2019 — A Mazda3 recall is necessary because the passenger airbag warning lights may mistakenly turn off even though the airbags are deactivated. Additionally, the seat belt status indicators for the front passenger seats and rear seats may turn off even though the seat belts are unfastened. Nearly 28,000 model year 2019 Mazda3 cars are affected by the problems that will leave drivers guessing about the seat belts and airbags. Mazda says the problems with the ...

• Chrysler Recalls 343,000 Ram 1500 Trucks Nearly 343,000 model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500s need repairs to prevent airbag failures.

  

  Jun 7, 2019 — A Ram 1500 recall has been ordered for nearly 343,000 trucks that need repairs to prevent the airbags and seat belt pretensioners from failing. The 2019-2020 Ram 1500s have software problems related to the occupant restraint controllers which can disable the airbags. Nearly 296,000 of the recalled trucks are in the U.S., 38,884 Ram 1500s are recalled in Canada, another 1,817 will be repaired in Mexico and 6,154 trucks are recalled outside North ...

• Chevy Express and GMC Savana Vans Need New Windows GM recalls vans that were made with rear-quarter tempered glass instead of laminated windows.

  

  Jun 6, 2019 — Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans are recalled because the rear-quarter windows may be tempered instead of laminated. More than 1,100 of the 2016-2019 vans don't comply with safety standards if the glass isn't laminated. General Motors says one or both rear-quarter windows may be affected, a problem that could create additional safety hazards in rollover or side impact incidents. The automaker says tempered glass was mistakenly listed in GM's part ...

• Suzuki Recalls Kizashi Cars For Airbag Failures More than 23,000 cars recalled after passenger airbags deactivate with adults in the seats.

  

  Jun 5, 2019 — A Suzuki Kizashi recall for more than 23,500 cars is necessary because the front passenger airbags may not deploy as designed. The 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles may have occupant classification systems that can misclassify an adult as a child and deactivate the airbags. Suzuki received a report in 2011 about the problem but couldn't retrieve the seat cushions for examination. Three more reports were filed in 2012 which caused Suzuki to meet with the supplier, ...

• Ram 1500 Recall Ordered For Broken Driveshafts 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks are equipped with driveshafts that may have weld problems.

  

  Jun 2, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) is recalling more than 17,000 model year 2018-2019 Ram 1500 trucks because the driveshafts may break due to weld problems. FCA opened an investigation in August 2018 after receiving six warranty claims for busted driveshafts that were built within a month of each other, and all the vehicles had less than 5,000 miles. The supplier found problems with the welds where the tubes and yokes interfaced, but by December 2018 no additional broken ...

• Recall: Rugged Liner Tonneau Covers for GM Trucks Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks have bed covers that may detach while driving.

  

  Jun 1, 2019 — A Rugged Liner tonneau cover recall has been announced for 8,500 hard tri-fold bed covers sold for these Chevrolet and GMC trucks. 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 GM says vibrations and wind forces could loosen the tonneau covers manufactured by Rugged Liner and do it with such force they detach from the truck beds ...

• Nissan Altimas Recalled For Risk of Fires Fuel pump lock ring problems on 2.5-liter Altimas may cause fuel leaks and fires.

  

  May 31, 2019 — Nissan is recalling 374 model year 2019 Altimas equipped with front-wheel-drive and 2.5-liter engines. The automaker says fires are possible because the fuel pump lock rings may not be fully engaged. This can cause a fuel leak, something dealers will remedy by inspecting the fuel tank assemblies. Nissan dealers will tighten the lock rings if they are disengaged, or if the lock rings are detached the fuel pumps will be replaced. The Nissan Altima recall ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Vans Have High-Beam Headlight Problems Mercedes vans equipped with high-beam assist may have software problems.

  

  May 30, 2019 — A 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recall in the U.S. and Canada affects more than 1,700 vans with headlights that may get stuck on their high beams. The 2019 Sprinter vans are equipped with high-beam assist, but software problems can leave drivers without the ability to switch off the high beams. Mercedes says the vans equipped with high-beam assist have levers for the high-beam function that can get stuck if there is a camera malfunction due to software errors ...

• Acura and Honda Vehicles Recalled Again Over Takata Airbags Honda says replacement passenger frontal airbag inflators may not have been installed correctly.

  

  May 29, 2019 —  Honda is recalling more than 19,000 vehicles with front passenger Takata airbag inflators that may have been installed incorrectly during replacement. 2009-2014 Acura TSX 2011-2013 Acura TSX Sport Wagon 2010-2012 Acura ZDX 2008-2012 Honda Accord 2010-2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 2012-2014 Honda Crosstour 2006-2011 Honda Civic (Includes Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV) 2007-2011 Honda CR-V 2009-2013 Honda Fit 2010-2013 Honda ...

• Honda Clarity Fuel Cell Recall Issued For Water Pumps More than 1,000 California-based Fuel Cell cars may enter limp mode from disabled water pumps.

  

  May 29, 2019 — A Honda Clarity Fuel Cell recall has been issued over electric water pump problems for the cars that are located only in California. Honda says 1,082 model year 2017-2018 cars have water pumps that can fail to circulate water to cool the fuel cell stacks. The magnets attached to the rotor cores inside the pumps were not properly surface-treated and may corrode from water exposure. Magnet corrosion can disable the electric water pump and illuminate the warning ...

• Mitsubishi Mirage G4s Have Airbags That May Fail Mitsubishi recalls 27,000 cars because bumpy roads could disable all the airbags.

  

  May 29, 2019 — More than 27,000 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 cars are recalled because all the airbags may become disabled at the same time. The 2017-2018 Mirage G4s have acceleration sensors in the airbag electronic control units that may misinterpret vibrations as malfunctions of the systems. The automaker says rough road conditions or flat tires are enough to disable all the airbags. Mitsubishi traced the problem back to 2014 when a report came in about an airbag warning light ...

• Jaguar F-TYPE Recall a Repeat of a 2014 Recall Jaguar recalls 7,800 cars with frontal passenger airbags that may deploy when they shouldn't.

  

  May 25, 2019 — A Jaguar F-TYPE recall will repeat itself after the automaker recalled the same cars for the same airbag problems in 2014. About 7,000 model year 2014-2015 Jaguar F-TYPEs are recalled in the U.S. while another 800 will be repaired in Canada. The automaker says the seat belt harness connector that connects the seat belt tension sensor to the occupant classification sensor control module may not be wired properly. This will cause a failure of the front ...

• Porsche Recalls Panameras At Risk of Catching Fire Porsche says 35,400 Panameras should be parked away from anything that could catch fire.

  

  May 25, 2019 — Porsche is recalling more than 35,400 Panamera cars at risk of catching fire due to air conditioning blower control units that may get wet and short-circuit. If you own any of the following vehicles, Porsche says to park the cars outdoors and away from anything that could burn. 2010-2016 Porsche Panamera 4S and Panamera S 2011-2016 Porsche Panamera 2011-2016 Porsche Panamera 4 2011-2016 Porsche Panamera Turbo 2012-2016 Porsche Panamera ...

• Volvo Recalls S60 Cars To Prevent Stability Problems Cars may have loose toe link nuts on both sides of the rear suspensions.

  

  May 25, 2019 — A Volvo S60 recall has been issued for more than 9,000 model year 2019 vehicles that may have loose toe link flange lock nuts on both side of the rear suspensions. The 2019 S60s can suffer from stability problems while driving if the lock nuts loosen. Volvo says the vehicle stability system will detect a fault if an outer toe link bolt falls off, deactivating the stability system and according to the automaker, " vehicle maneuverability will be heavily ...

• Volvo XC90 Fires Cause Recall of Nearly 37,000 SUVs Volvo says multiple engine compartment fires have occurred in 2016 XC90s due to coolant leaks.

  

  May 24, 2019 — Volvo is recalling nearly 37,000 XC90 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada over concerns leaking coolant could cause fires while the SUVs are stationary. Recalled are 2016 Volvo XC90s with engine coolant bleeder hoses that may crack and leak due to heat and humidity. The coolant can build up in the catalytic converter heat shield insulation and catch fire. Volvo received five engine fire reports in September 2018 as investigators discovered melted components but ...

• Mazda6 Rusted Front Cross Members Cause Another Recall Mazda recalls 56,000 Mazda6 cars with cross members that can corrode from road salt.

  

  May 24, 2019 — More than 49,300 Mazda6 cars are recalled in the U.S. and another 7,000 are recalled in Canada, but the U.S. recall includes only states where road salt is commonly used in the winter. Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland,Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Mazda ...

• Hyundai Velosters Recalled For Driver's Side Door Problems Hyundai recalls 14,500 Velosters with doors that may open in side impacts.

  

  May 23, 2019 — A Hyundai Veloster recall includes nearly 14,500 cars with driver's side doors that may unintentionally open during side impacts. The 2019 Velosters have problems with the door latch housings and locking cables that may become damaged. Hyundai first learned about the problem in August 2018 when the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety performed a side impact crash test on a 2019 Veloster. The door latch housing and locking cable were damaged in the test ...

• 2019 Honda CR-Vs Recalled After 3 Drivers Injured By Airbags Honda recalls 118,500 CR-Vs because airbags may fail, or may deploy without crash impacts.

  

  May 23, 2019 — A 2019 Honda CR-V recall will be conducted after uncommanded airbag deployments injured at least three drivers. More than 118,500 CR-Vs have defects that can cause the airbags to inadvertently deploy without warning, or possibly fail to deploy when they're needed. Honda discovered an illuminated warning light on a new CR-V at a plant and determined a fuse blew out from a short-circuit in the sub-harness of the cable reel. The automaker believed the ...

• Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans Recalled Over Power Steering Nearly 11,000 Metris vans have aluminum bolts that can corrode and break.

  

  May 21, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 9,500 Metris vans in the U.S. and another 1,390 vans in Canada because they may lose their power steering without warning. The automaker says there are aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motors to the gear housings in the 2016-2017 vans. Those bolts can corrode and break, especially in areas where road salt is used in winter. In the U.S., the recall includes Metris vans sold or ever registered in ...

• 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans Recalled Daimler Vans recalls 590 vans with LED headlights that may change angles.

  

  May 20, 2019 — Daimler Vans has recalled 590 model year 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans because of problems with the LED headlights. The high-performance headlights have sensors for the range adjustments that may not have been calibrated. The automaker also says the sensors may not be mounted correctly, with either problem causing changes in the angles of the LED headlights. The 2019 Freightliner Sprinter and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter LED headlight ...

• BMW Recalls X1, 528i, MINI Cooper and Rolls-Royce Vehicles More than 15,400 BMW vehicles need new driver-side seat belt assemblies.

  

  May 18, 2019 — BMW is recalling more than 15,400 vehicles after trying for the past few years to get permission to skip the recall. But according to the government, seat belt problems will need to be fixed in the following vehicles. 2016-2017 BMW X1 sDrive28i 2016-2017 BMW X1 xDrive28i 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2016-2017 Mini Cooper S Hardtop 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman 2016-2017 MINI Cooper S Clubman 2016 BMW 528i 2017 Rolls-Royce ...

• BMW Recalls X1 SUVs That May Not Protect Occupants BMW recalls 106,000 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i SUVs with B-pillar problems.

  

  May 17, 2019 — A BMW X1 recall for more than 106,000 SUVs is needed because of problems with B-pillar protection. The 2016-2019 BMW X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i SUVs may not offer an adequate amount of head protection in a crash where the head contacts the B-pillar. The automaker says this is a violation of federal safety standard 201 concerning occupant protection. BMW discovered the problem in January 2019 during tests that showed one of the four B-pillar target points ...

• Ram Tailgate Recall Includes 1500, 2500, 3500 Chrysler recalls 485,000 Ram trucks for power locking tailgates that inadvertently open.

  

  May 17, 2019 — A Ram tailgate recall has been issued for more than 485,000 trucks because the tailgates may inadvertently open while driving. The recall includes 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with 8-foot beds and power locking tailgates. Also included are all 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks built before April 1, 2018, and equipped with power locking tailgates. About 410,350 of the trucks are in the U.S., 63,700 are in Canada, another 4,200 ...

• Chrysler Pacificas Recalled To Fix Loose Battery Connections Minivans could lose their power steering or could stall because of loose battery ground connections.

  

  May 17, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling about 208,000 model year 2017-2019 Pacifica minivans in the U.S. if they are equipped with engine stop/start systems. The automaker says the Pacificas may lose their power steering or may stall due to loose battery ground connections. About 198,700 of the minivans are recalled in the U.S., 8,300 are located in Canada and about 1,166 are recalled in Mexico. Chrysler says there was a sealer applied when the wire harnesses were ...

• Ford Fusion Gear Shift Recall Expanded Ford recalls 273,000 model year 2013-2016 Fusions after property damage and injury reports.

  

  May 15, 2019 — A Ford Fusion gear shift recall has been issued for about 273,000 cars to fix transmission cable and gear shift lever problems, with more than 259,000 of the model year 2013-2016 Fusions recalled in the U.S. The cars are equipped with 2.5-liter engines and gear shift cable bushings that attach the shift cables to the transmissions. According to information from Ford, the bushings can degrade and cause the cables to detach from the transmissions. The problem ...

• Ford Ranger Gear Shift Indicator Cables Cause Recall Ford recalls 2,700 Ranger trucks at risk of rolling away because of gear shift indicator problems.

  

  May 15, 2019 — A Ford Ranger gear shift indicator cable recall has been ordered for more than 2,700 model year 2019 Ranger trucks for rollaway dangers related to brackets that attach the transmission shift cables to the housings. There are two fasteners that secure the transmission shift cable brackets to the transmission housings, but the fasteners may not have been torqued properly. Loose brackets can cause loose gear shift cable brackets and leave drivers questioning the ...

• Mercedes Recalls A220s and A220 4Matics New 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220 vehicles may have problems with the brake pedals.

  

  May 11, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 1,000 model year 2019 A220 and A220 4Matic cars because of brake pedal problems. The A220s may have suffered welding errors of the brake pedal plates that may cause the plates to bend. Drivers may discover brake pedals that don't function properly, a serious issue when trying to apply the brakes. The A220 recall is scheduled to begin June 19, 2019, when dealers will replace affected brake pedals. Owners of 2019 ...

• BMW Recalls i3s and i3 REx Hybrids For Propulsion Problems About 160 vehicles could stop moving forward due to a loss of electrical power.

  

  May 9, 2019 — BMW is recalling 160 model year 2018 i3s and i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles that may stop moving while driving. The automaker says a circuit board problem within the electric motor electronics modules may shut down the high-voltage electrical power. This will cause a loss of propulsion in the 159 vehicles recalled in the U.S. and one vehicle located in Canada. The BMW i3 recall will begin June 7, 2019. BMW dealerships will replace the electric motor ...

• Chrysler Recalls Jeep Cherokees For Loose Seat Bolts Model year 2019 Cherokees have front passenger seats with bolts that aren't tight enough.

  

  May 4, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling more than 250 model year 2019 Jeep Cherokees because the front passenger seats may move in crashes. The automaker says the front seat mounting bolts may not have been tightened during manufacturing. Jeep Cherokee customers should have been contacted by now and provided information concerning dealerships tightening the bolts. With questions, call the automaker at 800-853-1403 and ask about recall number V31. Read what drivers tell ...

• Model Year 2019 Dodge Chargers Recalled Over Sun Visors Chrysler recalls 1,100 Dodge Chargers that are missing airbag information on the sun visors.

  

  May 4, 2019 — About 1,100 model year 2019 Dodge Chargers are recalled because the driver-side and passenger-side sun visors are missing the required airbag warning information. Federal safety standards require vehicles to have labels permanently attached to the sun visors, but FCA (Fiat Chrysler) discovered a 2019 Dodge Charger equipped with a non-U.S. label that was missing the airbag info. Specifically, the driver sun visors may be missing the airbag warning labels, and ...

• GM Engine Block Heater Cord Recall Affects 364,000 Diesel Trucks Recall includes Chevrolet Silverados and GMC Sierras equipped with Duramax 6.6-liter diesel engines.

  

  May 3, 2019 — A General Motors engine block heater cord recall has been issued for more than 324,000 trucks in the U.S. and 40,300 vehicles in Canada. GM says the following Duramax 6.6-liter diesel trucks have engine block heater cords or terminals that may short-circuit and cause fires. 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 6500 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado ...

• Volkswagen Recalls Tiguans For Wrong Tire Labels Volkswagen recalls eight 2019 Tiguans because of incorrect tire pressure and dimension info.

  

  May 2, 2019 — Volkswagen is recalling eight model year 2019 Tiguans with the wrong tire information labels. VW says the labels contain the wrong tire dimension and inflation pressure specifications, something that will be fixed by installing the correct tire labels. Affected 2019 VW Tiguan customers may call ...

• Nissan Recalls Altimas To Fix Everlasting Brake Lights and Rollaways Nissan Altima brake switches can remain on because a welding machine wasn't maintained.

  

  May 1, 2019 — A 2019 Nissan Altima recall of 5,744 cars will allegedly fix problems that can cause the cars to unintentionally roll away. Nissan says the problem can also cause the brake lights to stay illuminated even though drivers aren't touching the brake pedals. The new cars were manufactured with the brake switch brackets in the wrong locations, allowing the brake switches to remain on. The rollaway risk arises because the gear shift lever can be moved out of the ...

• Subaru Ignition Switch Recall Affects Popular Models Subaru recalls more than 500 vehicles with ignition switch ball springs that may break.

  

  Apr 28, 2019 — A Subaru ignition switch recall has been ordered by the automaker if the vehicles are equipped with replacement switches. The recall includes more than 500 of these vehicles in the U.S. 2009-2013 Subaru Forester 2008-2011 Subaru Impreza 2008-2014 Subaru WRX 2005-2014 Subaru Legacy 2005-2014 Subaru Outback 2006-2008 Subaru Tribeca The ignition switch recall is needed because the ball springs may break inside the switches and affect ...

• Honda Timing Belt Recall Issued For Separated Teeth Timing belt teeth may separate from the belts in multiple recalled Acura and Honda vehicles.

  

  Apr 27, 2019 — A Honda timing belt recall has been issued for nearly 104,000 vehicles in Canada and the U.S. because the timing belt teeth may separate from the belts and cause the engines to stall. Recalled are 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles, 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid and Acura TLX vehicles, and 2019 Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. Honda says the timing belt supplier started using additional production molds in May 2018 to increase capacity, and ...

• Toyota Yaris Cars Recalled For Airbag Failures Toyota recalls 60,500 Yaris cars with airbag wire harnesses that can fail from corrosion.

  

  Apr 26, 2019 — A Toyota Yaris recall has been issued for 43,000 cars in the U.S. and 17,500 vehicles in Canada because the airbags may fail to deploy. Toyota says the 2015-2017 cars are equipped with side airbag sensors installed in the front doors and wire harnesses that connect the sensors to the airbag control units. The harnesses may corrode and cause the airbag warning lights to activate. But the real dangers arise from the side and curtain shield airbags that can ...

• FCA Recalls 25,000 Fiat 500X and Jeep Renegade SUVs Fiat Chrysler says software problems can unintentionally disable certain safety features.

  

  Apr 26, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) is recalling 25,000 model year 2019 Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X SUVs in the U.S. and another 43 in Canada because of software problems. Chrysler says the occupant restraint controllers were built with software errors that may disable the passive safety features, although the automaker didn't say which features are affected. The restraint controllers have “ special features/function configuration ” memory that may have been incorrectly ...

• Recall: Honda Odyssey Minivans Shift Into PARK While Driving Honda recalls 57,000 Odysseys that may possibly need new transmissions.

  

  Apr 26, 2019 — Honda is recalling 57,000 Odyssey minivans with transmissions that may shift into PARK while driving, with 50,500 minivans recalled in the U.S. and 6,500 needing repairs in Canada. Low-voltage conditions can cause the transmission control units in the 2018-2019 minivans to suddenly reboot and send the transmissions into PARK, damaging the parking rods and allowing the minivans to roll away while parked. Honda traced the problem to November 2017 when a ...

• Toyota Recalls 2019 Sienna Minivans For Welding Mistakes Faulty door welds can cause problems with the airbag sensors.

  

  Apr 25, 2019 — A 2019 Toyota Sienna recall will have dealerships repairing 270 vehicles in the U.S. and 96 minivans in Canada with faulty welds on the passenger-side front doors. Toyota says the Sienna minivan airbag sensors may be affected by the faulty door welds and may cause the airbags to fail. The problem can also cause the passenger-side front seat and curtain shield airbags to deploy for no reason. Toyota says U.S. owners will be notified in June 2019 when ...

• Chevrolet Trax Recall Issued For Lower Control Arm Separations General Motors recalls 113,000 Trax SUVs that may have faulty welds on the control arms.

  

  Apr 25, 2019 — A 2017-2019 Chevrolet Trax recall will repair problems with joints in the front lower control arms that may have been improperly welded, causing the control arms to separate from the SUVs. The Chevy Trax recall affects 113,000 SUVs in the U.S. A General Motors dealer filed a report in November 2018 about a left front lower control arm that partially separated in a 2018 Chevy Trax. Engineers determined the weld connecting the control arm to the bushing ...

• VW Recalls 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat Volkswagen recalls 3 vehicles with side airbags that may fail.

  

  Apr 24, 2019 — Volkswagen is recalling three 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles because they were equipped with the wrong driver and/or passenger side impact airbags that won't deploy properly. VW dealers will replace the airbags once the recall begins May 19, 2019. If you want to check if your vehicle is included in the airbag recall, call Volkswagen at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y8. CarComplaints.com has complaints about Volkswagen Atlas and ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 5 CLA250 and CLA250 4Matic Vehicles Mercedes says CLA250 door locks weren't made correctly and may keep the doors from opening.

  

  Apr 24, 2019 — A Mercedes-Benz 2019 CLA250 and CLA250 4Matic recall has been issued for five vehicles because the right-side door locks may not have been properly manufactured. The automaker says the doors cannot be opened from the outside in the event of a crash, a problem dealers will repair by replacing the door locks. The Mercedes CLA250 recall will begin May 3, 2019, but concerned customers may call 800-367-6372. The recall number is 2019030020. CarComplaints.com has ...

• Dodge Dart Shifter Cable Recall For 323,000 Cars Chrysler says Dart drivers can move the gear shifters but the transmissions won't follow.

  

  Apr 19, 2019 — A Dodge Dart shifter cable recall has been issued for nearly 323,000 cars equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The 2013-2016 Dodge Darts may have shifter cable bushings that fail and allow the cables to detach from the transmissions. A driver can move the gear shifter but the transmission won't follow, including when a driver shifts into PARK. Nearly 298,439 of the recalled Darts are in the U.S., another 20,117 are in Canada, Mexico is home to ...

• BMW PCV Valve Heater Recall Expanded For Fire Risk BMW recalls 184,850 vehicles as an expansion of a 2017 PCV valve heater recall of 740,500 vehicles.

  

  Apr 18, 2019 — A BMW PCV valve heater recall has been ordered for more than 184,500 vehicles as an expansion of a recall of 740,500 vehicles in 2017. BMW says the positive crankcase ventilation valves may short-circuit, overheat and melt. A melted PCV valve heater means the real chance of a fire even if the ignition is turned off in these vehicles. 2006 BMW 525i 2006 BMW 525xi 2006 BMW 530i 2006 BMW 530xi 2006 BMW 530xi Sports Wagon 2006 BMW ...

• Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 Recalled FCA recalls 8,000 vehicles with faulty instrument cluster software that can cause failed warnings.

  

  Apr 17, 2019 — Nearly 8,000 model year 2019 Dodge Challenger, Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles are recalled because the instrument cluster warnings may fail to let drivers know about problems. According to Fiat Chrysler (FCA US), the warning chimes, messages and gauges may not properly illuminate and warn drivers of system issues. FCA says it tracked the problem by using instrument cluster part numbers and determined defective clusters with software problems were put into ...

• Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs Have Weld Problems GM recalls 2019 Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs with faulty welds on the head restraints.

  

  Apr 17, 2019 — General Motors is recalling 120 model year 2019 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs in the U.S. and another 24 in Canada to fix problems with welds on the head restraint brackets. The automaker says faulty welds on the rear right seat head restraints may not hold during crash impacts, increasing the injury risk to occupants. Chevy and GMC dealers will replace the seatback frames when the recall begins in the U.S. April 15, 2019. U.S. owners of 2019 ...

• Mazda3 Windshield Wiper Problems Cause Recall Nearly 239,000 Mazda3 cars recalled to fix windshield wipers that may stop working while driving.

  

  Apr 14, 2019 — Mazda Mazda3 windshield wiper problems have caused a recall of nearly 239,000 cars to repair windshield wipers that may fail while the wipers are in operation. Nearly 188,000 model year 2016-2018 Mazda3 cars in the U.S. and 51,000 in Canada have defective windshield wiper relays that interfere with electrical power to the wiper motors. Mazda received its first complaint about the wipers in November 2015 and an investigation determined the failure was caused ...

• Lexus Knee Airbag Recall Ordered For 2019 ES Cars Lexus recalls 573 ES models in the U.S. and Canada to replace faulty driver-side knee airbags.

  

  Apr 13, 2019 — A Lexus ES knee airbag recall has been ordered for about 560 cars in the U.S. and 13 ES models in Canada. The 2019 Lexus ES cars may have driver's side knee airbags that weren't correctly fastened to the instrument panels. The problem was caused during production and could cause more injuries to a driver than if the airbag didn't deploy at all. Lexus dealers will inspect the driver-side knee airbag assemblies and replace them if needed once the recall ...

• Jeep Wrangler and Ram 1500 Steering Wheels May Fall Off New 2019 Wranglers and 1500s have steering column components that may break while driving.

  

  Apr 13, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling 52 model year 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles because the steering wheels may fall off while driving. The automaker says the Jeeps and Rams have steering column stub shafts that may break because they weren't properly machined. This can cause the steering wheel to detach from the column. Fiat Chrysler will replace any steering columns deemed defective. Jeep Wrangler and Ram 1500 owners should have already been contacted, ...

• Ford Engine Block Heater Recall Ordered Over Cords About 327,000 Ford F-150 and Super Duty trucks at risk of fires from damaged block heater cords.

  

  Apr 12, 2019 — A Ford engine block heater recall has been issued for 327,000 model year 2015-2019 F-150 and 2017-2019 F-Series Super Duty trucks that were recalled for the same heater cord problems in December 2018. The engine block heater cord recall includes about 131,000 trucks in the U.S. and more than 196,000 in Canada, all that were part of the previous recall of 874,000 trucks in 2018 . The automaker says the splice connectors for the heater cords may have been ...

• Porsche Recall Issued to Tighten Airbag Sensors Porsche recalls 417 vehicles that may have loose side impact airbag sensors.

  

  Apr 8, 2019 — Porsche is recalling 417 vehicles to repair problems with side airbag impact sensors that can prevent the airbags from deploying. 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster 2018 Porsche Boxster 2018 Porsche Boxster GTS 2018 Porsche 718 Cayman 2018 Porsche Cayman S 2018 Porsche Cayman GTS 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera 2018 Porsche Carrera T 2018 Porsche Targa 4 GTS 2018 Porsche Carrera 4 2018 Porsche Carrera S 2018 Porsche Carrera ...

• Porsche Recalls 2018 Panameras For Multi-System Failures Porsche Panameras may have suffered from faulty soldering that can cause driving problems.

  

  Apr 8, 2019 — Porsche is recalling 182 Panameras because numerous vehicle systems can go wacky and make driving a difficult task. 2018 Porsche Panamera 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Sport Turismo 2018 Porsche Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo ...

• Acura Recalls 360,000 MDX SUVs For Tail Light Failures Acura MDX tail lights on the tailgates can short-circuit from water intrusion.

  

  Apr 8, 2019 — An Acura MDX tail light recall has been ordered for 360,000 model year 2014-2019 MDX SUVs and 2017-2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrids worldwide, with 323,000 of those vehicles recalled in the U.S. The Acura MDX has problems with tail light seals that can deform and allow water into the light assemblies. Intruding water may travel to electrical components and any contact with open circuits will cause tail light failures. But it's also possible a short-circuit could ...

• Suzuki Recalls Kizashi and Grand Vitara For Shrinking Leather Suzuki recalls 41,000 cars and SUVs with airbags that may fail due to shrinking leather seats.

  

  Apr 7, 2019 — A Suzuki Kizashi and Grand Vitara recall includes about 41,000 cars and SUVs with front leather passenger seats that may shrink and cause airbag problems. About 31,000 of the vehicles are in the U.S. and another 9,700 are recalled in Canada. The U.S. recall includes the 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara, while affected vehicles in Canada include the 2011-2013 Suzuki Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara. The vehicles may fail to detect if ...

• BMW X7 Recall Issued To Tighten Seat Bolts 2019 BMW X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i SUVs recalled if equipped with business lounge seats.

  

  Apr 5, 2019 — A BMW X7 recall has been ordered for 31 new SUVs equipped with business lounge seats. According to BMW, the 2019 BMW X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i SUVs may have loose attachment bolts between the seat adapters and the vehicles. The problem occurred during assembly when someone forgot to tighten the bolts. The good news is all the BMW X7 SUVs are still on dealer lots because the vehicles haven't been sold. Dealers will replace the seat adapter attachment ...

• Volvo Recalls 2018-2019 XC60s and S90s Volvo says 2,300 XC60s and S90s may have front seats with missing seat rail nuts.

  

  Apr 5, 2019 — A Volvo XC60 and S90 recall includes nearly 2,300 vehicles that may be missing the front seat rail rear flange nuts, a problem that could cause structural problems with the front driver-side and passenger-side seats. The front seats in the 2018-2019 Volvo XC60s and S90s may also move out of position in crashes if the flange nuts are missing. Volvo learned of the problem in March 2019 when supplier Brose contacted the automaker and said there were production ...

• Mercedes Recalls GLA-250 and GLA250 4Matic Eight Mercedes vehicles may have been built with the wrong seatback carpet.

  

  Apr 3, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling eight model year 2018-2019 GLA-250 and GLA250 4Matic vehicles because of carpet problems on the rear seatbacks. The automaker says the wrong carpet was installed on the rear seatbacks and may cover the center child seat anchorage tethers. A child seat won't be secured if the upper anchorage point is blocked by carpet, a problem Mercedes dealers will fix by replacing the rear seatback covering carpet. The recall is expected to ...

• Hyundai Veloster Fire Recall Ordered To Update Software Hyundai recalls 16,500 Velosters equipped with 1.6-liter turbo engines at risk of stalling and fires

  

  Mar 29, 2019 — A Hyundai Veloster fire recall has been issued for nearly 16,500 model year 2013 vehicles because of defects in the engine management software located in the electronic control units. The fire danger recall follows an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) into 400 complaints about car fires. Many of those blazes started without impacts from collisions. The 2013 Velosters are equipped with 1.6-liter turbo engines that can ...

• VW Recalls Golf, Jetta and Tiguan For Coil Springs Volkswagen recalls 56,000 vehicles because the rear coil springs may break.

  

  Mar 28, 2019 — Problems with rear coil springs in Volkswagen vehicles have caused a recall of more than 56,000 popular models at risk of the springs breaking. 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen 2019 Volkswagen Jetta 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf 2018-2019 Volkswagen Tiguan VW recalled 6,300 vehicles in February for the same problem caused by the coil springs being made with the wrong materials that didn't meet specifications. A fractured rear coil spring can ...

• Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Giulia Recalled For Software Problems Chrysler recalls 19,100 vehicles that may prevent drivers from deactivating adaptive cruise control.

  

  Mar 28, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) is recalling more than 19,100 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles because of software problems located in the brake system modules. The 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvios and 2017-2019 Giulias may prevent drivers from disabling the adaptive cruise control features after the traction control systems detect certain types of wheel slips. Alfa Romeo learned of a problem in December 2018 when a company car wasn't able to deactivate the ...

• BMW X5 Recall Needed Because Bolts May Be Loose BMW X5 xDrive40i and xDrive50i SUVs may have loose bolts used for the seats or seat belts.

  

  Mar 27, 2019 — A BMW X5 recall has been ordered by the automaker for 68 model year 2019 X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i SUVs with loose attachment bolts used for the driver's seat or seat belts. The X5 recall will begin April 5, 2019, when dealerships will torque the bolts to correct specifications. Customers may call BMW at ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 2019 Jettas Equipped With The Wrong Airbags VW says technicians may have installed the wrong airbags in four Jettas during service visits.

  

  Mar 27, 2019 — Volkswagen says four 2019 Jettas have the wrong driver-side frontal airbags that were installed during repairs. VW says the airbags may not deploy correctly if at all, something that dealers will fix by replacing the incorrect airbags. Volkswagen will contact the four owners in April 2019, but drivers with questions may call 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y7. Check out what owners tell CarComplaints.com about their Volkswagen ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls 22,600 C-Class and E-Class Vehicles The front seatbacks and their occupants could fold forward in a crash.

  

  Mar 27, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 22,600 vehicles to repair front seatbacks that may not lock into position. 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Cabriolet 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Coupe 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic Cabriolet 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic Coupe 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 Cabriolet 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 Cabriolet 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 ...

• Audi Recalls Q7 and Q8 SUVs For Shock Absorbers Audi Q7 and Q8 may develop cracks in the shock absorber forks and make steering a pain.

  

  Mar 26, 2019 — Audi is recalling 22 model year 2019 Q7 and Q8 SUVs because the front shock absorbers may loosen while driving due to cracks in the shock absorber forks. A driver could experience severe steering problems if the shocks suddenly loosen, a problem that caused Porsche to recall one 2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo. Audi dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, but Q7 and Q8 drivers with concerns may call 800-253-2834. Audi's recall number is ...

• Cadillac CT6 Recall Will Replace Turn Signal Switches GM recalls 5 CT6 cars with turn signals that won't be cancelled by turning the steering wheels.

  

  Mar 25, 2019 — A 2019 Cadillac CT6 recall has been ordered by General Motors for five cars with steering wheels that will won't automatically cancel the turn signals when the wheels are turned. Cadillac dealers will need to replace the turn signal switches in the five cars. CT6 owners may contact Cadillac at 800-458-8006 and use recall number N182207090. CarComplaints.com has complaints from owners of Cadillac CT6 cars and other Cadillac cars ...

• Porsche Recalls 2019 Cayenne, Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo Porsche SUVs have rearview cameras that may suffer from delayed image displays.

  

  Mar 25, 2019 — Porsche is recalling 98 model year 2019 Cayenne and Cayenne S SUVs because the rearview camera displays may be delayed because of software failures. Drivers won't see accurate images of what's behind the SUVs, a problem dealers will repair by updating the software. Owners of 2019 Porsche Cayenne and Cayenne S SUVs should watch for recall notices in April 2019. Customers with questions should call 800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA0. In ...

• Porsche Recalls Cayenne and Panamera To Fix Brake Pad Warnings More than 14,100 Porsche Cayennes and Panameras won't correctly warn drivers of worn brake pads.

  

  Mar 25, 2019 — Porsche is recalling more than 14,100 vehicles because the brake pads could wear out without providing drivers the required warnings on the instrument panels. 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive 2018 Porsche Panamera 4S Sport Turismo 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S Hybrid ...

• Porsche Recalls 718 Boxters and 718 Caymans Over Fuel Leaks Porsche recalls 14,400 Boxters and Caymans after fuel leaks occurred during a crash test.

  

  Mar 25, 2019 — Porsche is recalling nearly 14,400 cars because a crash could cause gas leaks that lead to fires. 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Boxster 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Boxster S 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Cayman 2017-2019 Porsche 718 Cayman S 2018-2019 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 2018-2019 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS Porsche discovered a problem during a frontal crash test that caused a fuel leak when the lower longitudinal crash beam penetrated the bulkhead wall at ...

• Toyota Camry and Avalon Hybrids Recalled For Fire Risk Model year 2019 Camry Hybrids and Avalon Hybrids may experience fuel leaks from the filler pipes.

  

  Mar 24, 2019 — About 205 Toyota Camry and Avalon Hybrids are at risk of fuel leaks and fires due to fuel filler pipes that may not have been reconnected to the gas tanks during assembly inspections. The 2019 Camry Hybrids and Avalon Hybrids need to be taken back to dealerships so technicians can inspect and possibly replace the fuel filler pipes. Owners should receive recall notices this month, but customers with concerns should call 888-270-9371 and ask about recall number ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 Recalled Over Fog Lights Mercedes recalls new 2019 Sprinter VS30 vans with rear fog lights that may fail to illuminate.

  

  Mar 23, 2019 — A 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 recall has been issued for nearly 1,200 vans equipped with rear LED fog lights. Mercedes says drivers can turn on the fog lights but they may fail to work. The automaker says a possible error in the control unit body controller may occur. Technically speaking, engineers say the " minimum pulse length required by the LED rear light to switch on the rear fog lamp is only reached below a vehicle electrical system voltage of ...

• GMC Sierra 3500 and Chevy Silverado 3500 Trucks Recalled General Motors recalls 18,500 HD trucks at risk of fires from fuel leaks.

  

  Mar 20, 2019 — General Motors is recalling more than 18,500 model year 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 3500 and 2016-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trucks equipped with gas engines and dual fuel tanks. The automaker says the rear fuel tank may overfill the front tank if the fuel level sensor in the front tank gets stuck in the low-level position. The overpressurized gas tank can expand and hit the driveshaft and result in a hole in the front fuel tank. From there fires may occur if ...

• Audi Recalls A3 and RS 3 Cars To Replace Head Restraints More than 20,000 Audi A3 and RS 3 cars need their headrests inspected for missing pins.

  

  Mar 19, 2019 — A 2018 Audi A3 sedan and RS 3 recall will repair 20,600 cars worldwide with center rear seat head restraints that may detach during crash impacts. The recall includes more than 3,600 A3 and RS 3 cars in the U.S. and was issued because the latching pins for the head restraints may be missing, leaving the restraints loose and capable of causing injuries. The automaker says a tier 3 supplier made mistakes on a production line that allowed headrests without ...

• VW Beetles and Beetle Convertibles Recalled For Software Problems Volkswagen says 4,000 Beetles may fail to provide warnings about brake system failures.

  

  Mar 19, 2019 —  A 2019 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible recall will include more than 4,000 cars with instrument clusters that may not provide visual warnings when failures occur with the brake systems. The Beetles are not equipped with brake pad wear indicators but were built during specific production periods and with specific software coding. In other words, your Beetle isn't included if it's equipped with a brake pad wear indicator. VW says drivers won't see ...

• Ferrari Recalls 2,700 Cars in 2 Recalls Fuel leak problems and busted door handles cause two recalls of 2017-2019 Ferrari vehicles.

  

  Mar 16, 2019 — Ferrari fuel vapor separator problems have caused a recall of more than 2,150 vehicles to prevent fuel leaks and fires. 2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta 2018-2019 Ferrari 488 GTB 2018-2019 Ferrari GTC4Lusso T 2018-2019 Ferrari GTC4Lusso 2018-2019 Ferrari 488 Spider 2018-2019 Ferrari 812 Superfast 2019 Ferrari 488 Pista Ferrari says the plastic weld in the fuel vapor separator may crack due to problems during manufacturing. Fuel may ...

• 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Recall Issued For Steering Problems Chrysler recalls 47,800 minivans that may experience a loss of directional steering.

  

  Mar 14, 2019 — A Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid recall will see dealerships repair nearly 47,800 minivans with lower control arms that may separate from the steering knuckles. Specifically, the 2018 Pacifica minivans may suffer from separations of the right front lower control arm ball joint studs from the steering knuckles and leave drivers without directional steering control. The automaker says this can all happen without a driver receiving any warnings. Fiat ...

• FCA Emissions Recall Includes 863,000 Vehicles FCA recalls Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models to replace the catalytic converters.

  

  Mar 13, 2019 — An FCA emissions recall has been announced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for 863,000 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles in the U.S. Fiat Chrysler says the emissions recall follows investigations conducted by the automaker and the EPA that shows the vehicles don't meet federal environmental regulations. Chrysler says the vehicles are front-wheel-drive and three models are equipped with continuously variable transmissions (CVTs). 2011-2016 ...

• GM Recalls Chevy and Cadillac Vehicles For Power Steering Problems General Motors recalls nearly 27,000 vehicles that may suddenly lose their power steering.

  

  Mar 13, 2019 — General Motors power steering problems have caused a recall of nearly 27,000 model year 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017 Cadillac ATS, 2017 Chevrolet Camaro and 2017 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering may fail while driving and cause the vehicles to revert to manual steering, making turning the steering wheels much more of a chore. A loss of power steering while driving slow speeds or around curves can easily cause a crash. GM opened an ...

• Honda and Acura Recall 1.1 Million Vehicles Over Takata Airbags Owners will get to take their Honda and Acura vehicles back to dealerships once again.

  

  Mar 12, 2019 — Honda is recalling more than 1.1 million Honda and Acura vehicles that were previously recalled, or the airbags were used as replacements to prevent the inflators from exploding. 2003 Acura 3.2CL 2013-2016 Acura ILX 2013-2014 Acura ILX Hybrid 2003-2006 Acura MDX 2007-2016 Acura RDX 2002-2003 Acura 3.2TL 2004-2006 and 2009-2014 Acura TL 2010-2013 Acura ZDX 2001-2007 and 2009 Honda Accord 2001-2005 Honda Civic 2003-2005 ...

• Fiat 124 Spider Recall Ordered Over Sudden Downshifting More than 8,900 cars may have issues with their transmission control modules.

  

  Mar 9, 2019 — A 2017-2019 Fiat 124 Spider recall for more than 8,900 cars has been issued if those cars are equipped with automatic transmissions. Chrysler says the cars can unexpectedly downshift without warning because of problems with the transmission control modules. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) learned about downshifting problems in January when Mazda mentioned a recall of similar MX-5 Miata cars for the same transmission control module problems. The Fiat 124 Spider can ...

• Bentley Mulsanne Recalled For Seat Belt Problems Bentley recalls 1,000 Mulsanne cars that need reinforcement panels to protect occupants.

  

  Mar 8, 2019 — Bentley is recalling more than 1,000 model year 2012-2018 Bentley Mulsanne cars with seat belt problems. The $300,000 to $400,000 cars have rear seat belt anchors that may cause the seat belt buckles to detach. The recall begins in March 2019 when Bentley dealerships will add reinforcement panels to the cars to strengthen the rear seat belt mounting. Mulsanne owners with questions should call Bentley at 800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE ...

• Jeep Cherokee Recall To Replace Instrument Clusters Chrysler says 2019 Jeep Cherokees may not provide warning chimes, messages and gauges.

  

  Mar 7, 2019 — Chrysler is recalling 52 model year 2019 Jeep Cherokees with instrument clusters that may not provide warning chimes, messages and gauges. The new Jeeps will need new instrument clusters installed by dealers. The recall is underway, but Jeep Cherokee owners with questions may call 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UC4. CarComplaints.com has owner-reported complaints about Jeep Cherokees ...

• Chrysler Will Buy Back Certain 2019 Ram 1500 Trucks 2019 Ram 1500 trucks have incompatible touchscreens and heating/cooling systems.

  

  Mar 7, 2019 — Chrysler says it will buy back specific 2019 Ram 1500 trucks equipped with a 12" touchscreen displays and base-level heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. The automaker says only 15 trucks are involved, but Chrysler won't even try to repair the problems. The combination of the 12-inch touchscreen and base-level heating and cooling causes a complete loss of windshield defrosting and defogging. The recall will begin March 15, 2019, when ...

• Porsche 718 Recall Ordered For 14,300 Vehicles Porsche finds problems during a frontal crash test, problems that can cause fuel leaks.

  

  Mar 7, 2019 — A Porsche 718 recall has been ordered for 2017-2019 models that may leak fuel in crash incidents. The automaker says it discovered the problem during a special frontal crash test that indicated the lower longitudinal crash beam component could slice through the bulkhead wall. Porsche says fuel can leak if the crash beam component penetrates the wall of the bulkhead in more than 14,300 vehicles. However, no injuries or crashes have been reported. The ...

• Audi Recalls Vehicles That May Leak Fuel From The Fuel Rails Audi recalls 75,000 Q7, A6, A7 and A8 vehicles at risk of fires from fuel leaks.

  

  Mar 6, 2019 — An Audi recall has been issued for nearly 75,000 vehicles after finding fuel leaks in 2016-2018 Audi Q7, A6, A7 and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The automaker says the left and right fuel rails may leak fuel that can start fires if the fuel makes contact with an ignition source. Audi received complaints in June 2017 about fuel odors from leaks on the fuel rails and opened an internal investigation into the complaints. Engineers developed a test to simulate ...

• Jaguar Land Rover Vehicles Recalled For Crankshaft Pulley Bolts More than 3,000 Range Rover, Discovery, F-Pace, F-Type and XJ vehicles included in recall.

  

  Mar 6, 2019 —  Jaguar Land Rover is recalling more than 3,000 vehicles equipped with V6 or V8 engines and crankshaft pulley retaining bolts that may fracture and cause engine failures. 2019 Land Rover Range Rover 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2019 Land Rover Discovery 2019 Jaguar F-Pace 2019 Jaguar F-Type 2019 Jaguar XJ The problem is caused by bolts that were manufactured out of correct specifications. ...

• BMW Recalls 183,000 Vehicles For Takata Airbag Inflators Most vehicles had their original steering wheels replaced with sports steering wheels.

  

  Mar 6, 2019 — BMW is recalling about 183,000 vehicles to replace Takata airbags at risk of exploding. More than 170,000 of those vehicles had their original steering wheels replaced with the optional sports steering wheels. It's the sports steering wheels that contain frontal Takata airbag inflators at risk of rupturing. 2000-2003 BMW 525i 2000-2003 BMW 530i 2000-2003 BMW 540i 2000-2004 BMW X5 In a separate recall of 12,880 vehicles, BMW is recalling ...

• Kia Sportages Recalled For Oil Pan Leaks Kia says 32,300 SUVs need repairs to prevent stalling, damaged engines and potential fires.

  

  Mar 3, 2019 — Kia is recalling 32,300 Sportage SUVs because of problems with stalled engines due to oil pan leaks. The engines in the 2011-2012 Kia Sportage SUVs can be damaged by oil leaking from the pans, a problem that caused Hyundai to recall 120,000 Tucson SUVs . In addition, leaking oil may hit hot surfaces and start a fire. Hyundai contacted people at Kia about a plant that had problems with the assembly of engine oil pan seals that were failing and causing oil ...

• Recall: Lexus LS 500/500h Cars With Run-Flat Tires About 6,300 Lexus LS 500/500h cars may have tires with sidewalls that can crack.

  

  Mar 2, 2019 — A Lexus LS 500/500h recall will have dealerships replacing all four tires if they are run-flat tires made by a specific company. Lexus says about 6,300 model year 2018 Lexus LS 500/500h cars have run-flat tires that weren't attached to the wheels properly. Cracks can appear on the sidewall reinforcement layers and cause the tread to separate while driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hasn't released information about the recall, but ...

• Subaru Brake Light Switch Recall Includes 2.3 Million Vehicles Subaru recalls Crosstreks, Imprezas, Foresters and WRXs with brake light switches that may fail.

  

  Mar 1, 2019 — A Subaru brake light switch recall will be issued for 1.3 million vehicles in the U.S. and 2.3 million worldwide, including popular models such as the Crosstrek, Impreza, Forester and WRX. 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2014-2016 Subaru Forester 2008-2016 Subaru Impreza (4-door) 2012-2016 Subaru Impreza (5-door) 2008-2014 Subaru WRX (4-door) The brake light switch recall is necessary because the switch can lose electrical conductivity from ...

• Kia Soul Fire Recall Ordered Over Catalytic Converters Kia recalls 379,000 Souls to prevent fires related to catalytic converters and damaged pistons.

  

  Feb 28, 2019 — A Kia Soul fire recall will attempt to repair 379,000 vehicles equipped with 1.6-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines and catalytic converters that may overheat. The 2012-2016 Kia Soul recall follows a petition to investigate Kia fires in Sorentos, Optimas, Santa Fes and Hyundai Sonatas, but the petition didn't include the Soul. The Center for Auto Safety filed the petition to investigate non-collision fires after finding more than 200 complaints ...

• Hyundai Tucson Oil Leak Recall Issued For Fire Risk Hyundai recalls 120,000 Tucsons with oil pans that leak and cause damaged engines and fires.

  

  Feb 28, 2019 — A Hyundai Tucson oil leak recall has been issued for 120,000 model year 2011-2013 Tucsons, but Hyundai doesn't know how or when dealerships will fix the problem. According to the automaker, the engine oil pans can leak between the pans and engine blocks and cause engine damage, stalled engines or engine fires. Hyundai and safety regulators believe there were problems with the sealant used for the oil pans. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...

• Kia Sedona Recall Needed to Protect Child Passengers Kia recalls 94,000 minivans with front passenger airbags that may deploy with kids in the seats.

  

  Feb 28, 2019 — Airbag problems have caused Kia to recall more than 94,000 model year 2015-2018 Sedona minivans equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Kia says the occupant detection system wiring harnesses may break from occupants sitting in the front passenger seats. The harnesses are located under the seats and are used with the occupant detection systems to know when children are in the seats. Kia noticed an increase in warranty claims for seat cushion ...

• Mercedes Recalls 289,000 Vehicles For Takata Airbag Inflators Mercedes-Benz dealerships are waiting for replacement passenger-side airbag modules.

  

  Feb 27, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 289,000 vehicles due to explosive Takata airbag inflators, but the vehicles are recalled only if located in specific "Zones" of the country. 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 2014 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350 2014 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic Coupe 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 Cabrio 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350 Coupe 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Cabrio 2014 ...

• 2019 Nissan Altimas Recalled For Possible Fuel Leaks Nissan recalls 24,000 cars with misplaced retaining clips necessary to hold the fuel tubes.

  

  Feb 27, 2019 — A 2019 Nissan Altima recall has been issued for nearly 24,000 cars to fix problems that can cause fuel leaks and fires. Assembly problems caused retainer clips to not lock into position between the low-pressure fuel tubes and the high-pressure fuel pumps. This may move the fuel tubes to the outside and interfere with the o-ring seal, allowing small amounts of fuel to leak. A continuous leak will cause illumination of warning lights and diagnostic trouble ...

• Volkswagen + Takata = Recall VW recalls 119,000 vehicles to replace driver-side Takata airbag inflators.

  

  Feb 26, 2019 — Volkswagen is recalling nearly 119,400 vehicles because the driver's side Takata frontal airbag inflators may explode and injure or kill occupants. 2015 Volkswagen Passat 2015-2016 Volkswagen Eos 2015-2017 Volkswagen CC 2016-2017 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe 2017 Audi R8 Coupe 2017 Audi R8 Spyder The Audi and VW recall will begin in March 2019 when dealers will begin replacing the driver's side frontal airbag inflators. Volkswagen ...

• Subaru Recalls 783,000 Vehicles For Takata Airbags Subaru Tribeca, WRX, Legacy, Impreza and Forester vehicles recalled in specific states.

  

  Feb 26, 2019 — Subaru is recalling 783,000 vehicles to replace dangerous Takata airbag inflators in two recalls that include the 2010-2014 Subaru Tribeca, WRX, Legacy, 2010-2011 Subaru Impreza and 2010-2013 Subaru Forester. The Takata passenger frontal airbag inflators contain ammonium nitrate used as the propellant that deploys the airbags in crash impacts, but the chemical can become unstable and explode. Even a minor crash can cause the metal inflators to explode into ...

• Mercedes Recall to Fix Active Steering Assist Problems Hands-off warnings will fail when active steering system is engaged and hands are removed from wheel

  

  Feb 22, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 6,200 vehicles to fix problems that interfere with the active steering assist systems. 2018 Mercedes-Benz S450 4Matic 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 4Matic Coupe 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG 4Matic Coupe 2018 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560 4Matic 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 4Matic 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG 2018 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG 4Matic Cabrio According to Mercedes, the " hands-off detection " function monitors how ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls C43 and C300 Vehicles Electronic parking brakes can fail to disengage due to electronic stability control software.

  

  Feb 21, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 675 vehicles in yet another recall related to software, in this case electronic stability control software that can block the parking brake from being disengaged. And in another troubling pattern seen so far this year with various automakers, all the recalled vehicles are new 2019 models: 2019 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG 2019 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Cabrio 2019 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 ...

• Mercedes Recalls GLC63 AMG Coupe, GLC63S AMG Coupe and GLC63 Front airbags can suffer from delayed deployment when occupants aren't wearing seat belts.

  

  Feb 21, 2019 — Airbags that take too long to deploy have caused Mercedes-Benz to recall 779 vehicles to update the parameters of the airbag control unit software. The defective frontal airbags are in 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC63 AMG Coupe, GLC63S AMG Coupe and GLC63 vehicles. The automaker says the airbags can experience delayed deployments for front passengers who aren't wearing seat belts. Mercedes doesn't know when the recall will begin. Affected owners probably have ...

• Recall: Stop Driving Your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 Employees inspected the wrong bolts, creating the possibility of a complete loss of steering.

  

  Feb 21, 2019 — Daimler is warning 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 owners to stop driving their vehicles to avoid a complete loss of steering. More than 4,300 VS30 vans are recalled because the steering shafts that connect to the steering gears can disconnect without warning. Daimler says the steering shaft is connected to the steering gear with bolts tightened by an electronic screwdriver that measures the torque value applied and the angle of the bolt. An alert triggers ...

• 2009 Nissan Murano Recall Issued For Brake Fluid Problems Nissan recalls 86,200 Murano SUVs due to soft brake pedals and increased stopping distances.

  

  Feb 20, 2019 — A 2009 Nissan Murano recall related to brake fluid is the newest action taken by the automaker after multiple crashes were caused by soft brake pedals and increased stopping distances. More than 86,200 Muranos are affected by the recall because brake fluids made with specific additives used to prevent corrosion may interfere with the anti-lock brake system hydraulic control units. This will cause the valves in the control units to not close properly. Nissan ...

• Mercedes Recalls 2019 CLS450, CLS450 4Matic and CLS53 AMG Mercedes-Benz recall aims to fix headlights that could be aimed incorrectly.

  

  Feb 20, 2019 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 104 model year 2019 CLS450, CLS450 4Matic and CLS53 AMG vehicles with headlights that can be adjusted, a violation of federal safety standards. Mercedes says the horizontal adjustment screws may not be sealed to prevent owners from altering the adjustments. Federal standards don't allow horizontal adjustments to headlights because it could affect visibility or blind other drivers. Mercedes dealers will seal the horizontal headlight ...

• VW Recalls Atlas, Golf SportWagen and Jetta For Coil Springs Volkswagen recalls 6,300 vehicles after determining the rear coil springs can break.

  

  Feb 19, 2019 — A Volkswagen rear coil spring recall has been issued because the springs in more than 6,300 vehicles may not have been manufactured properly. Included in the recall are the 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta with rear coil springs that may break. A fractured rear coil spring can damage a rear tire and cause a blowout, leaving objects in the roadway. A supplier contacted Volkswagen in July 2018 about the use ...

• Ford Fusion Energi Recall Ordered To Prevent Electrical Shocks Ford recalls 2,100 Fusion Energi cars to protect consumers from high-voltage fuses.

  

  Feb 19, 2019 — A 2019 Ford Fusion Energi recall will have dealerships repairing about 2,100 cars in the U.S. to prevent access to high-voltage dangers. Ford says the Fusion Energi cars were built in a way that can allow contact with an uncovered high-voltage fuse, something engineers accomplished by using a wire test probe 1 mm by 100 mm long. The automaker says small gaps behind the access panels create the risk of injuries from touching the high-voltage fuses. The ...

• Cadillac XTS Recalled For Seat Belt Buckle Problems General Motors recalls 175 cars with seat belts that may not protect occupants.

  

  Feb 19, 2019 — General Motors is recalling 175 model year 2019 Cadillac XTS cars because the seat belt buckles may separate from the cable mounting straps. GM blames the problem on a missing rivet used to secure the seat belt buckle head to the cable mounting strap. An occupant likely wouldn't be properly restrained in a crash, defeating the entire purpose of the seat belt. The recall began on February 7, 2019, providing information to Cadillac CTS owners how dealers will ...

• Chevrolet Malibu Recall Issued After Airbag Inflator Ruptured General Motors recalls older Malibus after a non-Takata airbag inflator overpressurized and ruptured

  

  Feb 16, 2019 — A Chevrolet Malibu recall is ordered to fix driver frontal airbag inflators that could explode, and the problem isn't caused by Takata inflators. General Motors says more than 1,100 model year 2010-2011 Malibus are equipped with ARC driver-side airbag inflators that could overpressurize and rupture when the airbags deploy. In November 2017 GM was contacted by an attorney who represented a Chevy Malibu driver who was allegedly injured when the airbag inflator ...

• Nissan Altima Door Latch Problems Cause 2nd Recall Nissan recalls 341,000 cars previously recalled due to problems with doors that inadvertently open.

  

  Feb 15, 2019 — Nissan Altima door latch problems have caused a recall of 341,000 cars in the U.S. following an identical recall of Altimas in 2017. The 2015-2017 Altima door latch-lock cables may not have been routed properly in the rear door when the cars were repaired during the 2016 recall. The cables can interfere with the window regulators and cause the rear passenger doors to unlatch and open. However, the doors will inadvertently unlatch only when the windows are ...

• Recall: Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus and Lincoln Navigator Ford recalls 4,350 vehicles with instrument clusters that may go blank.

  

  Feb 14, 2019 — Ford is recalling about 4,350 vehicles because the instrument panel cluster assemblies may go blank when the vehicles are started. The 2019 Ford Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus and Lincoln Navigator vehicles need their instrument panel cluster software updated. Ford didn't provide details concerning what caused the problem, how it was discovered, etc. But no crashes or injuries have been reported from the instrument panels going blank. About 4,200 recalled ...

• 437,000 Honda and Acura Vehicles Recalled For Fuel Pumps Acura MDX, Acura TLX and Honda Accord vehicles may stall without warning due to fuel pumps.

  

  Feb 14, 2019 — Fuel pump problems have caused Honda to recall more than 437,000 model year 2016-2018 Acura MDX, 2015-2019 Acura TLX and 2015-2017 Honda Accord vehicles equipped with 3.5-liter V6 engines. The automaker says sodium particulates that can be found in gasoline can stick to internal components in the fuel pumps, increasing resistance in the pumps and causing reduced performance. The pumps can be affected to the point the engines stall without warning while ...

• Ford F-150 Downshifting Problems Cause Recall of 1.5 Million Trucks Ford recalls F-150s after at least five crashes and one injury blamed on sudden downshifting.

  

  Feb 13, 2019 — Ford F-150 downshifting problems have caused a recall of nearly 1.5 million model year 2011-2013 trucks equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The automaker says five crashes and one whiplash injury have been blamed on trucks suddenly downshifting into first gear without warning. A loss of signal from the transmission output speed sensor to the powertrain control module is allegedly the source of the downshifting problem. About 1.3 million of the ...

• Lincoln Continental Door Latch Recall Includes 28,200 Cars Lincoln Continental recall ordered to fix door latches that may fail to engage.

  

  Feb 13, 2019 — A Lincoln Continental door latch recall has been ordered for more than 28,000 cars in the U.S. and Canada. The 2017-2019 Continentals may have door latch motors that suffer from contamination from silicon, resulting in latches that don't fully engage. Ford says there haven't been any reports of crashes or injuries, but a door unintentionally opening while driving is a good possibility. The recalled Lincoln Continental cars were built between November 30, ...

• Acura ILX Recall Ordered Over Inaccurate Fuel Gauges Acura cars can indicate plenty of fuel is available as the cars run out of gas and stall.

  

  Feb 9, 2019 — An Acura ILX recall has been ordered by the automaker because the cars can run out of gas even though the fuel gauges indicate plenty of fuel is available. About 4,450 model year 2014-2019 ILX cars in the U.S. will have their fuel tanks inspected and possibly replaced due to fuel tank deformities. Acura says the bottom of the tank may cause it to sit too high and reduce the space between the inner wall of the tank and the fuel float. The float can stick to ...

• Honda Ridgeline Recalled To Replace Fuel Pumps and Covers Honda recalls nearly 107,000 trucks at risk of fuel leaks that can start fires.

  

  Feb 8, 2019 — A Honda Ridgeline recall for nearly 107,000 trucks is needed to replace the fuel pumps and pump covers, including on new 2019 models. Honda says 2017-2019 Ridgeline fuel pump fuel feed ports can be affected by detergents used in car washes. Honda learned of a possible problem in February 2017 when a report was made about a fuel leak, causing the automaker to open an investigation. The supplier determined acid caused a crack in the fuel feed port, but it was ...

• Volvo XC60 Recall Issued For Power Liftgate Problems Volvo recalls 167,000 model year 2018-2019 XC60 SUVs with power liftgates that could fall.

  

  Feb 7, 2019 — A Volvo XC60 recall for power tailgate problems has been issued for about 167,000 SUVs worldwide and possibly 40,000 or more in the U.S., although the government hasn't announced exact figures. The company, owned by Chinese company Geely, says 2018-2019 XC60 SUVs have defective power tailgate lifting arms that may separate in cold weather. It's likely at least minor injuries have been reported because the automaker says it knows of no " significant injuries " ...

• Mazda MX-5 Miata Recall Issued For 14,370 Cars Mazda recalls MX-5 Miatas with software problems that can cause the cars to suddenly downshift.

  

  Feb 6, 2019 — A Mazda MX-5 Miata recall has been issued for 2016-2019 models that can suddenly downshift at any speed without warning. As with so many vehicle recalls of today, software is the culprit, in this case software for the clutch control logic in the transmission control modules. Mazda says the 14,370 MX-5 Miatas are equipped with automatic transmissions that can suffer from electrical noise when driving in "D" range, including in "manual" mode. A driver will be ...

• Ford Recalls 2019 Rangers For Rollaway Risk 2019 Ford Ranger recall needed because the transmissions can shift out of PARK unintentionally.

  

  Feb 6, 2019 — A 2019 Ford Ranger recall has been ordered because the trucks can roll away due to problems with the gear shifter interlock functions. About 3,000 Ranger trucks in the U.S. and another 500 in Canada could allow drivers to shift the transmissions out of PARK even though the trucks are turned off. Drivers could also shift the transmissions out of PARK without pushing the brake pedals. Ford says wiring can interfere with the shifter interlock override and ...

• Steering Losses Cause Recall of 600,000 Ram 2500 and 3500 Trucks FCA recalls heavy-duty trucks after crash and injury reports due to steering linkage problems.

  

  Feb 5, 2019 — More than 600,000 Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty trucks are recalled after reports of crashes and one injury possibly related to drivers losing the ability to steer the trucks. Included in the recall are 2013-2017 Ram 3500 heavy-duty trucks and 2014-2017 Ram 2500 pickups and 3500 chassis cabs. Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) says a steering linkage nut could come loose and leave drivers at the mercy of the trucks, something that may have already caused eight crashes and ...

• Recall: 2019 Ram 1500 Adjustable Brake Pedals Can Fall Off FCA recalls 220,000 trucks because the brake pedals can detach when adjustable features are engaged.

  

  Feb 5, 2019 — More than 222,000 new 2019 Ram 1500 trucks are recalled because the adjustable brake pedals can fall off if the adjustable features are enabled. The brake pedals are activated by switches powered by electric motors and are designed to allow drivers to adjust the positions of the brake pedals. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) says an internal investigation determined the brake pedals can detach when the pedals are moved to the rear positions. More than a third of the ...

• 2019 Ram 1500 Recall Issued for 182,000 Trucks New 2019 Ram 1500 trucks may experience power steering problems caused by loose fasteners.

  

  Jan 25, 2019 — A 2019 Ram 1500 recall has been issued for more than 182,000 trucks that may have problems related to the power steering. The good news is nearly one-third of the 1500s are still on dealer lots. The bad news is the fact another automaker has recalled vehicles that just recently left the assembly lines. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) says an internal investigation indicates possible problems with the battery circuit fasteners that may not have been properly secured in ...

• Volvo Recalls 220,000 Vehicles For Leaking Fuel Lines Worldwide Volvo recall issued after engineers find evidence of cracked fuel lines.

  

  Jan 24, 2019 — Volvo is recalling nearly 220,000 vehicles worldwide after the automaker found cracked fuel lines in the engine compartments of several models manufactured in 2015 and 2016. Volvo says the recall includes the V40, V40CC, S60, S60CC, V60, V60CC, XC60, V70, XC70, S80 and XC90, with nearly 31,000 of the recalled vehicles in the UK and about 37,000 located in Sweden. Volvo, owned by Chinese company Geely, says the recall is primarily a preventive measure to avoid ...

• 2019 Lincoln Nautilus Recall Issued For 2,700 SUVs Lincoln SUVs have problems with the hands on/off systems that may not alert drivers of trouble.

  

  Jan 19, 2019 — A 2019 Lincoln Nautilus recall has been ordered by Ford for nearly 2,700 vehicles equipped with lane-centering assist and adaptive front steering. The automaker says there are problems with the hands on/off detection systems used to alert drivers to get their hands on the steering wheels. About 2,276 of the vehicles are located in the U.S. and another 371 are recalled in Canada, and all were built from September 5, 2018, to November 19, 2018. Ford says it ...

• Hyundai Engine Replacement Recalls May Have Failed Hyundai recalls 100,000 Sonatas and Santa Fe Sports that had engines replaced in previous recalls.

  

  Jan 17, 2019 — Hyundai engine replacement recalls may have caused more harm than good for about 100,000 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport drivers as the automaker announces another recall for those vehicles. According to Hyundai, about 100,000 model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2013-2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles may have damaged fuel lines caused when the engines were replaced during previous recalls. Hyundai had recalled more than 1 million Sonatas and Santa Fe Sports ...

• Kia Engine Replacement Recall Was a Partial Dud 68,000 previously recalled Kia Optimas, Sorentos and Sportages at risk of fuel leaks and fires.

  

  Jan 17, 2019 — A Kia engine replacement recall issued in 2017 has caused the automaker to order another recall to repair about 68,000 vehicles that weren't properly fixed the first time around. Kia says the following vehicles are included in this latest recall if the vehicles had their engines replaced during the 2017 recall : 2011-2014 Kia Optima (50,051 vehicles built from August 12, 2010, to May 15, 2014) 2012-2014 Kia Sorento (17,024 vehicles manufactured April ...

• FCA Recalls 1.6 Million Vehicles For Takata Airbag Inflators Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles need new passenger frontal airbag inflators.

  

  Jan 10, 2019 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 1.6 million vehicles to replace Takata passenger frontal airbag inflators at risk of exploding in crashes. About 1.4 million of the vehicles are in the U.S. 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 2010 Dodge Ram 4500 / 5500 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger 2011-2015 Dodge Charger 2010-2015 Chrysler 300 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler Chrysler is unaware of any crashes or injuries related to the ...

• Takata Airbags Cause Recall of 1.7 Million Lexus and Toyota Vehicles Toyota and Lexus vehicles need new passenger airbag inflators or assemblies.

  

  Jan 9, 2019 — Takata airbag inflators have caused another Toyota and Lexus recall, this one to repair about 1.7 million vehicles in North America, with 1.3 million of those vehicles needing repairs in the U.S. 2010-2016 Toyota 4Runner 2010-2013 Toyota  Corolla 2010-2013 Toyota Matrix 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna 2010-2015 Toyota Scion XB 2010-2012 Lexus ES 350 2010-2017 Lexus GX 460 2010-2015 Lexus IS 250C 2010-2015 Lexus IS 350C 2010-2013 ...

• Ford EcoSport Recall Issued For 2019 Models Ford recalls 87 SUVs that may have faulty welds that attach the seatbacks.

  

  Jan 4, 2019 — A 2019 Ford EcoSport recall has been issued for 87 SUVs that may have faulty welds on the front seatbacks. Ford says the bad weld is between the A-bracket on the front seatback and the side member. The automaker is unaware of any crashes or injuries, but the faulty seatback weld could easily fail during an impact. The 2019 EcoSport recall includes 63 SUVs in the U.S. and another 13 vehicles in Canada. Dealers will need to replace the front seats in the ...

• Ford Expands Takata Airbag Recalls by 953,000 Vehicles Takata recall announced for Ford Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger, Lincoln MKZ, MKX, Mercury Milan.

  

  Jan 4, 2019 — Another Ford/Takata recall is in the works as the automaker announces about 953,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada will be brought back to dealerships to replace passenger frontal Takata airbag inflators. It's the fourth expansion of recalls ordered after multiple deaths and injuries were caused by metal Takata airbag inflators that exploded and sent shrapnel into vehicle occupants. Although Honda is the primary automaker affected by deaths attributed to ...

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