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• Mercedes-Benz Sprinters Recalled Over Fire Risk Mercedes says about 40 vans may suffer from electrical short circuits.

  

  Dec 30, 2021 — About 40 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans are recalled to prevent short circuits and fires. The 2021 Sprinters have cable duct that may drop out of place due to unlatched engagement hooks inside the battery cases. This may cause the starter-generator wiring harness to chafe against the transmission carrier. Sprinter owners have been notified about the recall, but Mercedes can be reached at 877-762-8267 and ask about recall number ...

• Ford Recalls 2022 F-250 and F-350 Super Dutys Ford recalls only 5 trucks because the airbag covers may injure occupants if the airbags deploy.

  

  Dec 30, 2021 — About five 2022 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks are recalled because the driver-side airbag covers may not be strong enough. A crash could cause the airbag cover to break apart and injure occupants. Ford truck owners will be contacted in January 2022 and dealers will need to replace the driver airbag modules. Ford F-250 and F-350 owners may call Ford at 866-436-7332. Ford's reference number for this recall is ...

• Tesla Model 3 Recall: Rearview Camera Display May Disappear Tesla recalls more than 391,000 vehicles because cables in the trunks may become damaged.

  

  Dec 30, 2021 — A Tesla Model 3 rearview camera cable recall involves more than 391,000 vehicles with rearview camera images that may fail to display. More than 36,300 of the vehicles are recalled in Canada. According to Tesla, the 2017-2020 Model 3 rearview camera cable harnesses may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lids. The Model 3 trunk harness has a solid core coaxial cable that provides the camera feed on the center display. The coaxial cable is ...

• Tesla Model S Front Trunk Lids May Suddenly Open Tesla recalls 125,000 cars with frunk hoods that may have misaligned latches.

  

  Dec 30, 2021 — Tesla is recalling 2014-2021 Model S cars because the front trunk hoods could suddenly fly open and block the windshields. More than 125,000 of the Model S cars are recalled because of what Tesla calls a frunk (front trunk) latch. More than 6,600 of those cars are recalled in Canada. According to Tesla, the front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned which can prevent the secondary hood latch from engaging. The frunk lid will open if the the primary latch ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Vans Recalled Twice Mercedes-Benz Sprinters may need new brake hoses and other repairs.

  

  Dec 29, 2021 — Daimler Vans is recalling about 130 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans for a few problems. The 2021 Mercedes Sprinter vans have front axle fender liners that may be too close to the brake hoses, possibly damaging the brake hoses. Brake fluid leaks will cause a loss of braking performance. The Sprinter vans also have spring-loaded rear step bolt fasteners that were not properly tightened. Mercedes-Benz will mail recall notices January 24, 2022, but concerned van ...

• Honda Driveshaft Recall Affects CR-V Hybrid, Acura RDX Honda CR-V Hybrid and Acura RDX driveshafts may fail and cause a loss of motive power.

  

  Dec 29, 2021 — A Honda driveshaft recall includes more than 270 model year 2021 Acura RDX and 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid vehicles to replace front driveshafts. Some of the driveshafts may wear out prematurely which can cause the vehicles to stop moving forward. The Acura and Honda vehicles may also roll away when parked without the parking brakes engaged. Honda says it hasn't received any warranty claims, crash or injury reports. Honda dealers will replace the right or left ...

• Volvo Recalls S90L, XC60 and XC90 For Hydraulic Units Volvo recalls about 10 vehicles that may have suffered welding problems.

  

  Dec 29, 2021 — Volvo is recalling about 10 model year 2021 Volvo S90L, 2020-2021 Volvo XC60 and 2020-2021 Volvo XC90 vehicles. The automaker says an improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate inside the brake systems. Separation of the rotor and shaft may cause problems with brake assist, the anti-lock braking system and the electronic stability control. Volvo owners should have received their recall notices for dealers to replace the hydraulic units. Owners of 2021 ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 2018 Tiguans For Roof Problems VW recalls 2 Tiguans in the U.S. and 1 in Canada.

  

  Dec 29, 2021 — Volkswagen is recalling three 2018 Tiguan vehicles because an incorrect roof reinforcement assembly may have been installed when repairing roof damage. VW Tiguan owners have been contacted so the roof reinforcements can be replaced. VW Tiguan owners may call 800-893-5298 and use recall number ...

• Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse Recalled For Exploding Airbags GM recalls more than 550 vehicles with driver-side airbag inflators that may fracture.

  

  Dec 29, 2021 — General Motors is recalling more than 550 model year 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles because the driver airbags may explode. An exploding airbag inflator will send metal fragments into drivers and the vehicles. Owners have been notified so dealers can replace the airbag modules. Buick owners may contact Buick customer service at 800-521-7300 and Traverse owners may call Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020. GM's ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls S500, S580 and Maybach S580 Mercedes recalls more than 1,300 vehicles with passenger airbags that may turn off.

  

  Dec 29, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 1,300 model year 2021 Mercedes S500, S580 and Maybach S580 vehicles because the passenger frontal airbags may deactivate. This can happen if the software for the airbag control unit deactivates the occupant detection control unit which deactivates the passenger airbag. A warning message will say, “Restraint System Malfunction Service Required” and a warning light will activate. Another indicator will say, "Passenger ...

• Mercedes Recall Will Replace Fuel Rails and Fuel Injectors Mercedes recalls about 160 vehicles at risk of fuel leaks and fires.

  

  Dec 27, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 160 of these vehicles equipped with gasoline engines that may leak fuel onto hot engine parts and cause fires. 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300 2019 Mercedes-Benz G550 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 2020 ...

• Ford Broncos and Rangers Recalled For Radar Problems Ford recalls more than 800 vehicles with misaligned cruise control radar modules.

  

  Dec 26, 2021 — Ford is recalling more than 800 Broncos and Rangers because of serious problems with features that are supposed to be for safety. The 2021 Ford Ranger and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles may have cruise control radar modules that are misaligned. A vehicle with adaptive cruise control engaged may not maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, and the automatic emergency braking may react slowly. Ford also says the emergency braking may not work at all to ...

• Nissan Recalls 2022 Frontier Trucks For Seat Belt Issues Nissan Frontier rear seat belt brackets may break in crash impacts.

  

  Dec 25, 2021 — Nissan is recalling more than 500 Frontier trucks because of problems with the left rear seat belt bracket mounting bolts. The 2022 Nissan Frontiers need new bolts because a loose seat belt bracket could break in a crash. About 100 of the Frontier trucks are recalled in Canada. Nissan dealers will replace the bolts on the rear seats and repair any damaged threads. Nissan Frontier recall notices will be mailed January 27, 2022. Nissan Frontier owners may ...

• Ford Maverick Truck Recall Issued For Fuel Tank Leaks Ford recalls 8,000 Maverick trucks in two recalls for model year 2022 vehicles.

  

  Dec 25, 2021 — Two Ford Maverick truck recalls have been announced for more than 8,000 model year 2022 trucks. In the largest Maverick recall, Ford says more than 5,400 trucks are recalled to prevent fuel tank leaks and fires. According to Ford, the Maverick fuel tank may have been damaged by drill holes during the installation of spray-in bed liner. In November, Ford discovered a Maverick fuel tank problem involving gas leaking onto the ground. Engineers opened an ...

• Ford Recalls Mustang Mach-E and Mustang Vehicles Airbag and seat belt problems cause a Ford Mustang Mach-E recall and a Mustang recall.

  

  Dec 25, 2021 — Ford Mustang and Mustang Mach-E recalls have been announced for two separate issues involving about 2,700 vehicles, with both affecting the interiors of the vehicles. In a recall of more than 2,622 vehicles, Ford has recalled its 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles because the rear seat belt buckles may not be properly attached to the rear floor assemblies. According to Ford, the floors were manufactured with plates that may have bolt holes too large, and those ...

• Nissan Rogue Fuel Pump Recall Issued After Engines Stalled Nissan recalls 27,000 Rogues with fuel pumps that can overheat and melt.

  

  Dec 24, 2021 — A Nissan Rogue fuel pump recall has been issued for nearly 27,000 model year 2021 Rogue SUVs because the fuel pumps can overheat and fail. A failed fuel pump will cause the Rogue engine to stall, and a driver won't be able to restart the vehicle. A Nissan Rogue owner won't know of a problem until the fuel pump fails. Nissan says an assembly problem at the supplier (TI Automotive Japan Gunma) can cause the fuel pumps to experience abnormal wear between the ...

• Ford F-150 Driveshaft Recall Issued Over Insulators Ford recalls more than 184,000 trucks with heat insulators that may loosen and break the driveshafts

  

  Dec 23, 2021 — A Ford F-150 driveshaft recall includes more than 184,000 model year 2021-2022 trucks that may be equipped with underbody heat and noise insulators that may loosen. The loose parts can hit the aluminum driveshaft and break it, causing a loss of drive power. And a driver could lose control of the Ford F-150 if the broken driveshaft contacts the road. Additionally, a parked F-150 with a fractured driveshaft may cause the truck to roll away. Ford says the ...

• Ford F-150 Tailgate Recall Ordered Over Latch Failures Ford recalls more than 57,000 F-150 trucks with tailgates that may suddenly open.

  

  Dec 23, 2021 — A Ford F-150 tailgate recall includes more than 57,000 trucks equipped with manual and power release tailgate latches that may fail while driving, allowing the tailgates to open. The recalled 2018 Ford F-150 truck tailgates could suddenly open at any time and lose any cargo stored in the beds. Ford reviewed failed tailgate latches on 2018 Ford F-150s in September as part of a larger investigation into reports of 2015-2020 F-150 power tailgates that suddenly ...

• Ford Transits Recalled For Detached Driveshafts Ford recalls more than 4,800 Transit and Transit Connect vans for two problems.

  

  Dec 23, 2021 — More than 4,800 Ford Transit and Transit Connect vans are included in two recalls for two separate problems. The largest recall involves more than 4,500 model year 2020 Transit all-wheel-drive vans that may be equipped with loose rear driveshaft bolts that attach the driveshafts to the transfer cases. This can cause the driveshafts to separate from the transfer cases. A separated driveshaft can cause all sorts of problems including a loss of drive power and ...

• Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUVs Recalled Over Odometer Failures Chrysler recalls more than 3,600 Wrangler plug-in hybrids, odometers fail at 13,342 miles.

  

  Dec 17, 2021 — A Jeep Wrangler 4xe recall includes more than 3,600 Wrangler plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) equipped with odometers that can fail at 13,342 miles (21,473 kilometers). Chrysler says the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe mileage display problem violates federal safety standards and will leave a driver guessing how many miles are on the vehicle. "Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard ("FMVSS") 571.101, Controls and Displays, Section 4, defines the odometer as ...

• Jeep Grand Cherokee L Headlight Failures Cause Recall Chrysler recalls 38,000 Grand Cherokee L SUVs equipped with so-called smart lighting modules.

  

  Dec 17, 2021 — Jeep Grand Cherokee L headlight failures have caused a recall of more than 38,000 model year 2021 SUVs equipped with smart lighting modules. Chrysler says an incomplete software update may cause one or both headlights to suddenly fail. Chrysler learned about the headlight failures and incomplete software updates in November. The vehicles were built between December 3, 2020, when the first vehicle was built with modules that may have received incomplete ...

• Hyundai Ioniq Unintended Acceleration Causes Recall Hyundai recalls 5,900 Ioniq EVs because they may enter fail-safe mode from grounding problems.

  

  Dec 17, 2021 — A Hyundai Ioniq unintended acceleration incident has caused a recall of more than 5,900 model year 2017-2019 Ioniq electric vehicles. Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicles may suffer from reduced power, reduced acceleration or possibly unintended acceleration due to unstable electrical grounds that cause the vehicles to enter fail-safe modes. The unintended acceleration can occur once the vehicle is in fail-safe mode and after a driver releases the accelerator ...

• Audi Recalls Q5 and SQ5 For Power Problems About 289,000 Audi vehicles may have trouble if liquid is spilled on the rear seats.

  

  Dec 16, 2021 — Nearly 289,000 Audi vehicles are recalled because they may suffer from reduced engine power. Recalled are 2021-2022 Audi Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles with gateway control modules that may shut down. This can happen if liquid is spilled in the rear seat or if water enters from a faulty body seam underneath the vehicle. The gateway control module has a safety feature that causes it to shut down if liquid is spilled in the ...

• Subaru Ascent Tie-Rod Recall Issued For 1,300 SUVs 2020 Subaru Ascent vehicles have front tie rods that may not fit properly.

  

  Dec 16, 2021 — A Subaru Ascent tie-rod recall includes more than 1,300 model year 2020 Ascents at risk of steering control problems. The Subaru Ascent front tie rods may not fit properly because of incorrect tapered holes in the housings. Subaru learned the out-of-specification cutting tool was first used by the supplier in 2020, causing Subaru and the supplier to open an investigation after an incorrect housing hole was seen. The supplier completed durability testing and ...

• Subaru Transmission Recall Includes Ascent, Legacy, Outback Subaru drive chains may break and cause the Ascent, Legacy and Outback to stop moving.

  

  Dec 15, 2021 — A Subaru transmission recall includes more than 198,000 Ascent, Legacy and Outback vehicles that may have transmission control unit programming errors. However, repairs may not be available until April 2022. The 2019-2020 Subaru Ascent, 2020 Subaru Legacy and 2020 Subaru Outback clutches may engage before the drive chains are completely clamped. This can cause the drive chains to break and prevent the Subaru vehicles from forward motion. Subaru says if the ...

• Recall: Mercedes Infotainment Systems May Distract Drivers Mercedes-Benz recalls 230 S 580, EQS 450, EQS 580 and S 500 vehicles.

  

  Dec 12, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 230 model year 2021 Mercedes S 580, 2022 Mercedes EQS 450, Mercedes EQS 580, and S 500 vehicles with active and connected Mercedes me connect accounts. The Mercedes-Benz infotainment system might allow activation of the television and internet display while driving, causing a distraction for the driver. Mercedes has already updated their computer server to correct the issue and car owners won't have to do anything. However, Mercedes ...

• Chrysler Recalls Ram 2500, Ram 3500 and Ram 1500 Classic Side airbag inflatable recall includes 170 trucks with airbags that may not correctly deploy.

  

  Dec 12, 2021 — A side airbag inflatable recall includes about 170 model year 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500 and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic trucks. According to Chrysler, the side airbag inflatable curtain assemblies may have been manufactured with the wrong amount of compressed gas. This can cause failures of the airbags to properly deploy. Ram dealers will replace the airbag assemblies once recall notices are mailed January 13, 2022. Ram owners with questions should call ...

• Audi e-tron GT Recall Issued For Model Year 2022 Cars Audi recalls 10 e-tron GT cars because of possible problems with the suspensions.

  

  Dec 11, 2021 — Audi is recalling 10 model year 2022 Audi e-tron GT cars because the retaining rings on the air suspension struts may come loose. A loose retaining ring may allow air to escape and cause a driver problems trying to handle the car. Audi e-tron GT recall notices are expected to be mailed January 28, 2022. Audi dealerships will replace the air suspension struts as necessary. Audi e-tron GT owners may contact Audi at 800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this ...

• Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio Recalled For Master Cylinders Brake master cylinders may not have been manufactured correctly.

  

  Dec 11, 2021 — Hyundai is recalling 76 model year 2021 Hyundai Accent cars and 87 model year 2020-2021 Kia Rio cars because the brake master cylinders may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seals. About 30 Kia Rio vehicles are recalled in Canada,. Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio drivers may notice brake pedals that travel too far and extended distances to stop the cars. Hyundai and Kia dealers will replace the master cylinders. Hyundai can ...

• Honda Hood Latch Recall For Striker Problems Honda recalls 776,000 Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles with hoods that may suddenly open.

  

  Dec 3, 2021 — A Honda hood latch recall for striker problems includes more than 776,000 Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles with hoods that may open while driving. The hood latch striker recall includes 2019 Honda Passport, 2016-2019 Honda Pilot and 2017-2020 Honda Ridgeline vehicles that may have hood latch strikers that become damaged and separate from the hoods. Trying to drive with the hood blocking the windshield may not be the safest driving scenario. Honda ...

• Ford Recalls Bronco Sports and Escapes For Brake Issues Ford recalls 124,000 vehicles, but the automaker hasn't decided how to repair them.

  

  Dec 3, 2021 — Ford is recalling more than 124,000 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles because the rear brake linings may not have been manufactured correctly. Affected by the recall are model year 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Escape vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration contacted Ford regarding a 2021 Bronco Sport compliance audit on the vehicle equipped with a brake vacuum pump. The test was conducted for stopping distance and exceeded federal ...

• Tesla Model Y Suspension Knuckles Recalled Tesla Model Y drivers may have trouble if the suspension knuckles cause the links to separate.

  

  Dec 1, 2021 — A Tesla Model Y recall includes more than 800 model year 2020-2022 vehicles to replace the front and rear suspension knuckles that may break and cause the suspension links to separate. A driver will have problems with stability and control if the links separate. Tesla Model Y recall notices will be mailed January 18, 2022, and dealers will inspect and possibly replace the suspension knuckles. Tesla Model Y owners with questions should call 877-798-3752 and ...

• Nissan Recalls Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed Trucks Nissan recalls 22 Frontier trucks that are missing their tow hitches.

  

  Dec 1, 2021 — Nissan is recalling at least 22 model year 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed trucks missing their tow hitches. Nissan says a missing tow hitch compromises the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash. During a rear-end crash the leaf spring could hit the fuel tank and cause a fuel leak and fire. Nissan dealers will install the tow hitches and harness kits once recall notices are mailed December 16, 2021. Nissan Frontier Crew ...

• Ram 1500 Trucks Recalled Over Rearview Camera Images Chrysler recalls 42,000 model year 2021 Ram 1500 trucks in the U.S. and Canada.

  

  Dec 1, 2021 — Nearly 42,000 Ram 1500 trucks are recalled because the rearview camera images may fail to display. The 2021 Ram 1500 trucks may have trailer reverse steering control modules that fail. Along with not seeing a rearview camera image when the truck is shifted into REVERSE, the electronic throttle control warning light will be illuminated if the trailer reverse steering control module fails. The U.S. Ram 1500 recall involves 38,157 trucks and in Canada 3,821 ...

• BMW EGR Cooler Recall Issued After Engine Fires BMW EGR coolers may leak coolant and melt the intake manifolds, causing diesel vehicle fires.

  

  Nov 30, 2021 — A BMW EGR cooler recall includes more than 50,000 of these vehicles which were previously recalled in 2018 due to intake manifold fires. 2013-2018 BMW 328d 2013-2018 BMW 328d BMW xDrive 2014-2018 BMW 328d Sports Wagon 2014-2018 BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon 2014-2016 BMW 535d 2014-2016 BMW 535d xDrive 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive 2015-2017 BMW X3 xDrive28d SAV 2014-2017 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAV The diesel vehicles are equipped with ...

• Kia Carnival Recall Issued For Sliding Door Problems Kia recalls 3,000 Carnival minivans because the passenger sliding doors may open while driving.

  

  Nov 30, 2021 — A 2022 Kia Carnival recall includes about 3,000 minivans with remote controller assemblies for the passenger-side power sliding doors that may malfunction, preventing the doors from latching. According to Kia, certain plastic holders inside the release actuator within the passenger-side power sliding door remote controller assembly may have been manufactured out of specification. The drum and holder can bind and cause the latch to stick in the open ...

• 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Fuel Pump Recall Issued More than 1,800 cars need new fuel pumps that won't suddenly fail.

  

  Nov 29, 2021 — A Fiat 124 Spider fuel pump recall involves more than 1,800 cars with DENSO fuel pumps that may have impeller problems. The 2019 Fiat 124 Spider fuel pumps can suddenly fail while driving, leaving drivers stranded and unable to restart the cars. Chrysler learned about a Mazda fuel pump recall for a "substantially similar vehicle" early in November. The fuel pumps were manufactured by DENSO which has recalled millions of the pumps with defective ...

• Honda Recalls Accord, CR-V, Insight and Ridgeline Honda second-row seat belts may cause problems when using child safety seats.

  

  Nov 27, 2021 — Honda is recalling more than 4,300 of these vehicles because of possible problems when securing child seats. 2021 Honda Accord Sedan 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid 2021 Honda CR-V 2021 Honda Ridgeline 2022 Honda Insight 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid According to Honda, the second-row center seat belt locking retractors may deactivate and leave the child restraint system unrestrained. Honda learned about the problem in September during factory ...

• Toyota Power Steering Recall Includes Sequoia and Tundra Toyota recalls about 23,000 Sequoia and Tundra vehicles due to leaking power steering fluid.

  

  Nov 24, 2021 — A Toyota power steering recall involves 2021 Toyota Tundra and 2021-2022 Toyota Sequoia vehicles to prevent power steering fluid leaks. The Toyota Sequoia and Tundra recall includes about 22,000 vehicles in the U.S. and about 1,194 vehicles in Canada. The Tundra and Sequoia vehicles may have manufacturing errors with the power steering gear assemblies that can cause a loss of power steering fluid. Power steering will be suddenly lost if enough power ...

• VW Atlas Air Conditioning Drain Tubes May Become Blocked Volkswagen recalls more than 54,000 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs for water leak issues.

  

  Nov 24, 2021 — Volkswagen air conditioning drain tubes have caused a recall of more than 54,400 model year 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport SUVs. A blocked AC drain tube can cause water to leak inside the vehicle near the airbag control module. The water can cause problems with the airbag, including causing an airbag to suddenly deploy without a crash. VW received a report in July about Atlas airbags that deployed without an impact to the SUV. Volkswagen says a ...

• Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Giulia Vehicles Recalled For Fuel Leaks FCA recalls 12,000 vehicles because the fuel line sensor housings may crack and leak fuel.

  

  Nov 21, 2021 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) is recalling 12,000 model year 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles to prevent the vehicles from stalling or catching fire from fuel leaks. About 500 of the vehicles are recalled in Canada. Chrysler says the fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel, and fuel that makes contact with a hot ignition source can cause a fire. The automaker learned about a fuel leak in Italy in October and the supplier discovered ...

• Toyota Recalls 2022 Sienna Minivans With Faulty Seat Belts Toyota Sienna second-row seat belts may suffer problems in crashes.

  

  Nov 19, 2021 — A 2022 Toyota Sienna seat belt recall involves more than 2,300 8-passenger Siennas that were equipped with second-row outboard seat belts that were manufactured with incorrect components. Toyota says this can cause the seat belt to “bunch” in the seat belt shoulder anchor in certain crashes and possibly cause the seat belt webbing to tear. The 2022 Toyota Sienna recall includes about 2,300 minivans in the U.S. and another 73 in Canada. Toyota dealers will ...

• Tesla Recalls Model S and Model X Vehicles Over Airbags Tesla recalls 7,600 vehicles with driver's airbag cushions that may tear during deployment.

  

  Nov 19, 2021 — Tesla is recalling about 7,600 model year 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles because the driver's airbag cushions may tear when the airbags deploy. The driver's airbags were manufactured in Mexico, but in July the supplier noticed a torn airbag during quality testing, stopping airbag shipments while an investigation commenced. The next month another airbag tear occurred during testing: "The supplier and Tesla conducted further investigative analysis and ...

• Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Wagoneer SUVs Recalled Front driver, passenger and knee airbags may be disabled, but no warning lights activate.

  

  Nov 18, 2021 — A Jeep airbag failure recall involves more than 103,000 model year 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and 2022 Grand Wagoneer vehicles. Chrysler says it's possible the occupant restraint controllers may have incorrect software which can disable the driver, passenger and knee airbags without warning. The supplier notified Fiat Chrysler (FCA) in September about a problem that didn't trigger a diagnostic trouble code (DTC). Chrysler opened an ...

• Toyota Camry Recalled Over Brake Vacuum Pump Problems Toyota recalls nearly 235,000 Camry cars at risk of losing their power brakes.

  

  Nov 17, 2021 — A Toyota Camry brake vacuum pump recall involves nearly 235,000 model year 2018-2019 cars in the U.S. and Canada that could lose power braking. According to Toyota, the cars could lose power brake assist if certain vacuum pump components prematurely wear out, although non-power braking will still be functional. The Toyota Camry uses a mechanical vacuum pump and brake booster to provide power braking. The pump has a vane that turns inside the body to supply ...

• Audi Passenger Airbag Recall: 'Passenger Airbag OFF' Audi recalls more than 243,000 vehicles because the Passenger Airbag OFF warning lights may activate

  

  Nov 17, 2021 — An Audi passenger airbag recall involves more than 243,000 of these Audi vehicles that could show "Passenger Airbag OFF" warning lights. 2017-2020 Audi A4 allroad 2017-2020 Audi A4 Sedan 2018-2019 Audi RS 5 Coupe 2019 Audi RS 5 Sportback 2018-2020 Audi A5 Cabriolet 2018-2020 Audi A5 Coupe 2018-2020 Audi A5 Sportback 2018-2020 Audi S4 Sedan 2018-2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet 2018-2020 Audi S5 Coupe 2018-2020 Audi S5 ...

• Ram Fuel Pump Recall Involves 246,000 Trucks Ram heavy-duty and Chassis Cab trucks may stall and fail to restart if the fuel pumps fail.

  

  Nov 17, 2021 — A Ram fuel pump recall includes more than 246,000 HD and Chassis Cab trucks equipped with 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engines. Recalled are 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 pickups, and Ram 3500, Ram 4500 and Ram 5500 Chassis Cab trucks. According to FCA US, the Ram fuel pump recall was issued because the pumps may become contaminated with metal shavings. A failed fuel pump can cause a Ram truck to stall without the ability to restart the Cummins engine. The ...

• Mazda Fuel Pump Recall Issued For Impellers Mazda recalls about 520,000 vehicles for fuel pumps that may have damaged impellers.

  

  Nov 13, 2021 — A Mazda fuel pump recall involves about 520,000 vehicles worldwide due to problems with the pump impellers, with more than 121,000 of these models recalled in the U.S. 2018 Mazda Mazda3 2018 Mazda Mazda6 2019 Mazda CX-3 2018-2019 Mazda MX-5 2018-2019 Mazda CX-5 2018-2019 Mazda CX-9 2019-2020 Mazda Mazda2 According to Mazda, a failed fuel pump will cause the engine to stall and leave an owner unable to restart their vehicle. The ...

• 2022 Volkswagen Tiguans Recalled For Brake Problems VW recalls 1,600 Tiguan SUVs because brake pipe nuts may not have been tightened.

  

  Nov 11, 2021 — Nearly 1,600 Volkswagen Tiguan SUVs are recalled to check for loose nuts that hold the brake pipes located near the right front wheel wells. The 2022 VW Tiguans may leak brake fluid which increases the stopping distances. However, VW says the brake problem will occur on only one brake circuit having reduced performance. Volkswagen found the problem in September with a loose brake pipe nut. VW engineers investigated the problem and determined it occurred ...

• Kia Optima Hybrid Engine Recall Announced Kia to possibly replace engine, install knock sensor and extend the Optima Hybrid warranty.

  

  Nov 7, 2021 — Kia is recalling more than 10,700 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles because the engines may stall or catch fire if the connecting rod bearings wear out. The 2017-2018 Kia Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid connecting rod bearings can become damaged for different reasons, but the damage will result in abnormal knocking noise. A driver may also see an illuminated oil pressure warning light. In the worst case, the connecting rods can puncture ...

• Mercedes Recalls S580 and Maybach S580 Cars More than 9,100 Mercedes-Benz cars recalled for engines that may suddenly stall while driving.

  

  Nov 7, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021-2022 Mercedes S580 and Maybach S580 cars at risk of sudden stalled engines without the ability to restart the cars. More than 9,100 Mercedes vehicles are recalled due to problems with the engine control unit software. Mercedes opened an internal investigation in July based on stalled engine reports in the S580 cars. Both Mercedes-Benz and the supplier (Robert-Bosch) conducted the investigation and engineers determined there ...

• Nissan Rogue Hybrids Recalled For Stalled Engines Nissan recalls nearly 6,000 Rogue Hybrids for a risk of short circuits and blown fuses.

  

  Nov 6, 2021 — A Nissan Rogue Hybrid recall has been announced because blown fuses can cause the engines to stall. More than 5,900 model year 2017-2019 Rogue Hybrids are recalled because the engines may stall without drivers receiving any warnings. Nissan says the Rogue Hybrid electronic control module bracket can damage the engine harness. Damage to the wire harness can cause a short-circuit which can blow the fuse. This can kill the drive power to the engine and ...

• Dodge Durango Recall Issued Following Detached Rear Spoilers Chrysler recalls more than 5,300 Durangos because the rear spoilers may hit the roofs.

  

  Nov 5, 2021 — Model year 2021 Dodge Durango rear spoilers are at risk of detaching from the SUVs, causing a recall of more than 5,300 Durangos. Chrysler says the 2021 Dodge Durango rear spoilers may not be aligned properly with the roofs which can cause spoiler damage when the liftgate is used. Fiat Chrysler says it opened an investigation in August following complaints about Durango rear spoilers that fell off while driving. Engineers found the rear spoiler may be ...

• Hyundai Palisade Master Cylinder Recall: Contaminated Brake Fluid Hyundai recalls 1,100 Palisades because mineral oil may be mixed into the brake fluid.

  

  Nov 5, 2021 — A 2021 Hyundai Palisade brake master cylinder recall includes 1,100 SUVs because the brake fluid may be contaminated. This can cause the master cylinder seals to swell and reduce braking performance. A driver may not be able to stop in time due to increased stopping distances. According to Hyundai, the Palisade brake fluid may be contaminated with mineral oil which is what causes the master cylinder inner-cup seals to expand. The swollen seals could reduce ...

• Tesla Recalls Vehicles To Fix False Collision Warnings Recall: Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model X, Tesla Model S, Tesla Model 3 for false crash warnings.

  

  Nov 3, 2021 — Tesla has released an over-the-air software update recall involving about 11,700 of these vehicles operating on software version 2021.36.5.2 2017-2021 Tesla Model S 2017-2021 Tesla Model 3 2017-2021 Tesla Model X 2020-2021 Tesla Model Y According to the recall, a driver could be faced with a vehicle that suddenly stops without any good reason due to communication errors that engage the automatic emergency braking feature. The Tesla recall ...

• BMW Recalls X4 Vehicles For License Plate Problems BMW recalls nearly 3,000 model year 2022 BMW X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i and X4M vehicles.

  

  Nov 3, 2021 — BMW has rear license plate problems on 2022 BMW X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i and X4M vehicles, problems that may cause the rear license plates to not be illuminated correctly. BMW found the problem in October involving a rear license plate on a 2022 BMW X4. BMW studied U.S. safety standards compared to regulations in other countries and determined the license plates violated U.S. and Canadian standards. Engineers determined BMW had made design changes to the rear ...

• Hyundai Santa Fe Valve Cover Gasket Recall Hyundai says oil could leak from the Santa Fe valve cover onto the alternator.

  

  Nov 1, 2021 — A Hyundai Santa Fe valve cover gasket recall has been announced for SUVs in Canada, but as of today Hyundai hasn't announced any recall actions for U.S. Santa Fe owners. A Hyundai Santa Fe valve cover gasket recall was originally issued in 2016 when the automaker recalled 2007-2009 Santa Fe SUVs equipped with 3.3L V6 engines because oil could leak onto the alternators, affecting the battery charging systems. Hyundai Santa Fe owners said the SUVs stalled and ...

• Ferrari Recalls 458 and 488 Cars Over Brake Failures Ferrari recalls 10,000 cars for a brake system problem the automaker doesn't know how to fix.

  

  Oct 31, 2021 — A Ferrari recall involves nearly 10,000 cars with brake systems that may leak brake fluid, a problem the automaker currently doesn't know how to fix. Drivers of these cars will need to watch for low brake fluid warning lights. 2010-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia 2012-2015 Ferrari 458 Spider 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta 2016-2019 Ferrari 488 GTB 2016-2019 Ferrari 488 Spider Ferrari and the brake booster and ...

• Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Vehicles Recalled For Suspensions Tesla recalls 3,000 vehicles to inspect the front suspension lateral link fasteners.

  

  Oct 29, 2021 — A Tesla front suspension lateral link fastener recall includes more than 3,000 model year 2020-2021 Tesla Model Y and 2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen and allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame. According to Tesla, the Model 3 and Model Y vehicles have front suspension lateral links attached to the sub-frames using fasteners. But the fastener may loosen over time or separate from the ...

• Mitsubishi Recalls 1 Outlander to Buy it Back 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander fails multiple safety standards and is too dangerous to drive.

  

  Oct 28, 2021 — Mitsubishi is recalling one 2022 Outlander to buy it back because it's too dangerous to drive. And it also fails federal safety standards regarding side impact protection, roof crush resistance and seat belt assembly anchorages. Mitsubishi says a software programming error with a welding robot may have caused the vehicle's center pillar to be welded incorrectly. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander owner will be contacted about the ...

• Volkswagen Recalls 30 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and Passat Vehicles The VW front wheel bearing bolts need to be inspected and maybe replaced.

  

  Oct 28, 2021 — The front wheel bearing bolts on 30 Volkswagen vehicles may not have been properly tightened. Recalled are 2021 VW Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and Passat vehicles. Volkswagen expects to mail recall notices December 14, 2021, and dealerships will inspect and possibly replace the front wheel bearing bolts. VW owners may contact customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's reference number for this recall is ...

• Hyundai Seat Belt Pretensioner Exploded: Recall Announced Hyundai occupant suffers injuries when the pyrotechnic-type seat belt pretensioner exploded.

  

  Oct 27, 2021 — Hyundai seat belt pretensioners may explode when they deploy in 2021 Hyundai Elantra, Elantra HEV, Venue, Genesis GV80 and 2022 Genesis GV70 vehicles. Seat belt pretensioners tighten the seat belts around occupants in crashes, but pretensioners depend on small explosions to quickly tighten the seat belts. A pyrotechnic pretensioner deployment could cause metal fragments to fly into occupants. Nearly 1,300 Hyundai vehicles are recalled, with about 280 of ...

• Mercedes-Benz Rear Windows May Fly Off and Away Mercedes issues two recalls, one for seat problems and another recall for loose rear windows.

  

  Oct 27, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz announced two small recalls affecting about 50 vehicles for two different safety issues. A Mercedes-Benz rear window recall is needed because the rear windows may detach and fly off because they aren't properly bonded to the tailgates. Recalled are 2021 Mercedes GLE 350, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580, AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S and AMG GLS 63 S vehicles. Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the rear windows once owner recall notices are mailed ...

• Ford Bronco Sport Moonroofs May Fly Away Ford recalls Bronco Sports because the moonroof glass panels adhesive bond may be too weak.

  

  Oct 26, 2021 —  Ford Bronco Sport moonroofs may need to be replaced because there is a chance the glass panels could fly away from the vehicles. The 2021 Bronco Sport moonroof recall involves more than 1,200 Bronco Sport vehicles with moonroof glass panels which may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frames. About 211 of those vehicles are recalled in Canada. The moonroof can detach and hit other vehicles, pedestrians, surrounding property or come to rest on a ...

• Audi Rearview Camera Image Recall Includes 3,300 Vehicles Audi infotainment software errors can cause failures of the rearview camera image.

  

  Oct 26, 2021 — An Audi rearview camera image recall includes 3,300 vehicles because software problems may prevent the rearview pictures from showing up when backing up. Nearly 500 of the vehicles are also recalled in Canada. 2021 Audi A8 2021 Audi S8 2022 Audi A5 Sportback 2022 Audi A4 Sedan 2022 Audi E-Tron GT 2022 Audi Q3 2022 Audi Q5 2022 Audi RS6 Avant 2022 Audi A3 Sedan 2022 Audi S5 Sportback 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback 2022 Audi ...

• Ram Truck Fire Recall Involves 141,000 Trucks Ram 2500, 3500, Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines.

  

  Oct 23, 2021 — A Ram truck fire recall includes more than 141,000 trucks following multiple engine compartment fires, and Chrysler is warning owners to park outside and away from things that could burn. Recalled are 2021-2022 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks and 2021-2022 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) says an electrical short-circuit in the solid state intake heater grid relay may cause a truck ...

• Volvo V70 and XC70 Airbag Recall After Inflator Exploded Volvo recalls more than 194,000 vehicles because the airbag inflators can rupture and kill drivers.

  

  Oct 22, 2021 — A Volvo V70 and XC70 airbag recall has been announced for more than 194,000 vehicles because the driver's side airbag inflators could explode. One Volvo driver has allegedly already been killed by a ruptured airbag inflator. Earlier this month Volvo recalled more than 460,000 S60 and S80 cars because of the same airbag inflator problem, an issue that has nothing to do with Takata. The Volvo airbag recall is similar regarding how the airbag inflators can ...

• Ford Ranger SuperCabs Recalled For Seat Belt Issues Ford recalls more than 50,000 Ranger trucks with seat belts that may be misrouted.

  

  Oct 22, 2021 — A Ford Ranger SuperCab seat belt recall involves more than 50,000 trucks because the 2019-2021 Ranger seat belts may not be properly routed. About 3,200 of those trucks are recalled in Canada. In July, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) contacted Ford about misrouted front passenger outboard seat belt webbing on a 2020 Ranger SuperCab truck. Ford learned the seat belt webbing was only routed through the rubber trim sleeve and not through ...

• Headlight Problems Cause Jeep Grand Cherokee L Recall Chrysler recalls more than 7,300 Grand Cherokee L SUVs to reprogram the high-beam headlights.

  

  Oct 22, 2021 — A 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L recall has been issued for SUVs that are not equipped with automatic high-beam headlights. Chrysler says more than 7,300 Grand Cherokee L vehicles may have problems with the high beams not activating at certain times. Specifically, when the master lighting switch is set to the AUTO position, the high-beam headlights will not activate unless the master lighting switch is first changed to the "ON" position. "Each vehicle must ...

• Chevy Bolt Floor Mat Recall Issued For Unintended Acceleration GM says the driver's side floor liner could interfere with the gas pedal.

  

  Oct 20, 2021 — A Chevy Bolt floor mat recall includes nearly 4,000 cars as owners are advised to remove the floor liners until GM dealers can replace the mats because they may interfere with the gas pedals. The Chevrolet Bolt all-weather floor liners, part number 42686568, retail for $200 each and are sold as front driver's side optional accessory floor mats for 2017-2021 Bolts. General Motors says there may not be enough space between the floor liner and accelerator pedal ...

• Chevy Bolt Recall Fix Will Cost $2 Billion GM will be reimbursed $1.9 billion by Chevy Bolt battery manufacturer LG Electronics.

  

  Oct 18, 2021 — A Chevy Bolt recall fix will cost General Motors about $2 billion, but an agreement with battery manufacturer LG Electronics will see about $1.9 billion recouped by the automaker. The Chevrolet Bolt recall includes all 2017-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV to replace the battery modules to prevent battery fires. GM believes at least 13 fires and three injuries have been caused by two defects inside the batteries. According to General Motors, the ...

• Porsche Taycan Recall Issued For Nearly 12,000 Cars Porsche Taycan pre-collision automatic hazard lights violate federal safety standards.

  

  Oct 16, 2021 — A Porsche Taycan recall involves nearly 12,000 model year 2020-2021 Taycan cars with pre-collision automatic hazard lights that may activate in non-emergency situations. Porsche says the systems works as designed, but activation of hazard warning lights in non-emergency situations could confuse other drivers. Porsche learned of the problem at the end of August when engineers determined the Taycans are "programmninged with pre-collision automatic hazard ...

• Nissan Recalls Hybrid Vehicles That May Stall Nissan recalls 7,600 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, Murano Hybrid and Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles.

  

  Oct 13, 2021 — Nissan hybrid powertrain control module problems have caused a recall of more than 7,600 model year 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid and 2014-2017 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles. The vehicles may stall from the hybrid systems shutting down. Nissan learned about stalled engine and power shutdown reports in March involving Chinese vehicles. Nissan engineers focused on the operations of the motors and continuously variable ...

• Ford Recalls Ranger SuperCabs With Fixed Headrests Ford recalls nearly 38,000 trucks for two problems associated with using child safety seats.

  

  Oct 8, 2021 — A 2020-2021 Ford Ranger SuperCab recall for nearly 38,000 trucks has been announced if the trucks are equipped with rear seats with fixed headrests. Ford says the fixed head restraints may cause problems with using certain child safety seats. Additionally, Ford says a child seat may not attach properly to the rear seat anchors. Ford says it didn't properly re-certify the Rangers when fixed non-removable rear seat head restraints were introduced at the start ...

• Ford Bronco Recall Issued Over Airbag Failures Ford recalls 550 Broncos that may have passenger airbags that weren't folded correctly.

  

  Oct 7, 2021 — A 2021 Ford Bronco airbag recall includes more than 550 Broncos because the passenger airbag vents could open too early and fail to protect passengers. Ford says the airbags may not have been folded properly during manufacturing. Ford dealers will replace the passenger airbags after recall notices are mailed November 15, 2021. Ford Bronco owners with questions may call 866-436-7332. Ford's recall reference number is ...

• 2022 Honda Odyssey Minivans Recalled To Check Tires Honda recalls 181 minivans to look for 7 damaged tires.

  

  Oct 6, 2021 — A Honda Odyssey tire recall involves about 180 model year 2022 Odyssey minivans because the tires may have been damaged during manufacturing. Honda says only seven tires are likely damaged by the lasers used to write the DOT codes on the tire sidewalls. A damaged tire may lose air pressure because of pinholes caused by the lasers. Dealers will need to inspect all 181 minivans to find the seven damaged tires. Honda Odyssey owners may call ...

• Cadillac Recalls CT6 Cars Over Blinding Lights About 180 CT6 vehicles may have parking lights that violate federal safety standards.

  

  Oct 6, 2021 — GM is recalling 181 model year 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 cars because the parking lights may be way too bright, blinding oncoming drivers. Cadillac dealerships will install inline headlight jumper harnesses once recall letters are mailed November 15, 2021. Cadillac CT6 owners with questions should call 800-458-8006. GM's recall number is ...

• Fatality Causes Volvo S60 and S80 Airbag Recall Volvo recalls 460,000 cars after a Volvo driver was allegedly killed by an exploding airbag.

  

  Oct 5, 2021 — A Volvo airbag recall has been announced for more than 460,000 S60 and S80 cars after a driver was allegedly killed by an airbag that exploded. Nearly 260,000 of those cars are recalled in the U.S., and the recall is unrelated to Takata, the company that caused the recalls of millions of vehicles . The 2001-2006 Volvo S80 and 2001-2009 Volvo S60 cars are equipped with driver's airbag assemblies supplied by AutoLiv, but the defective airbag inflators that may ...

• Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 Owners: Park Outside At least 2 truck fires precede GM recall of 3,200 Silverado and Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks.

  

  Oct 5, 2021 — General Motors is warning Chevy and GMC truck owners to park outside and away from anything that could burn because the trucks are at risk of fires. Recalled are more than 3,200 of these trucks because the bolts that attach the brake pressure modulator valve assemblies may not be tight enough. 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2021-2022 GMC Sierra 2500 2021-2022 GMC Sierra 3500 GM says the loose bolts ...

• 2022 Nissan Pathfinders Recalled Twice Nissan recalls about 16,000 Pathfinders for headrest and seatback weld problems.

  

  Oct 1, 2021 — Two Nissan Pathfinder recalls have been issued, both for model year 2022 SUVs and both recalls are related to welding problems. The largest 2022 Nissan Pathfinder recall includes more than 10,000 vehicles with seat headrests that may unintentionally move or even detach. Recall documents say the third-row headrests may have improper welds or misaligned internal components which can allow the headrest to move or detach. A supplier found the problem in July ...

• Hyundai Recalls 496,000 Sonatas For Misdirected Turn Signals Hyundai recalls 2015-2017 Hyundai Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid and Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrids

  

  Sep 30, 2021 — A Hyundai Sonata recall has been announced for more than 496,000 cars because the turn signals may activate in the opposite direction the drivers intended. Recalled are 2015-2017 Hyundai Sonata, 2016-2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles, with 466,109 cars recalled in the U.S. and 30,335 recalled in Canada. Hyundai says the problem is caused by the smart junction box software logic which may not properly interpret the signals ...

• More Than 126,000 Ford Explorers Recalled Over Rear Suspensions Ford says older Explorers may have suspension components that corrode and fracture.

  

  Sep 29, 2021 — A Ford Explorer recall includes more than 126,000 model year 2011-2013 Explorers in these states that use road salt 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. The Explorers may be equipped with cross-axis ball joints that ...

• Mazda CX-9 SUVs Recalled For Second-Row Seat Dangers Mazda recalls 8,600 CX-9s if they are equipped with 60/40 split adjustable-type second-row seats.

  

  Sep 29, 2021 — A Mazda CX-9 recall is announced for more than 8,600 model year 2020-2021 CX-9 SUVs equipped with 60/40 split adjustable-type second-row seats. Mazda CX-9 SUVs equipped with second-row captain seats are not affected by the recall. On some of the vehicles, the driver-side 60/40 split-bench second row seats may slide forward during collisions, causing the seat belts to transfer a higher force to the occupants. An occupant could be injured by the seat belt ...

• Mazda RX-8 and MazdaSpeed6 Recalled For Fire Risk Mazda recalls 14,000 vehicles with fuel pump mounting rings that may crack and leak fuel.

  

  Sep 29, 2021 — Older Mazda RX-8 and MazdaSpeed6 vehicles are recalled because fuel leaks could lead to fires. The 2009-2011 Mazda RX-8 and 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 vehicles may have improper installation of the fuel pump mounting rings that can cause the rings to crack. Mazda also says the RX-8 cars have fuel pump mounting rings that may degrade due to heat from the engines and exhaust pipes due to insufficient heat protection at the top sides of the fuel tanks. This can ...

• GM Recalls Cadillac, Chevy and GMC Vehicles For Fuel Pumps Nearly 15,000 vehicles are recalled because the fuel pumps may not push gas to the engines.

  

  Sep 29, 2021 — General Motors is recalling nearly 15,000 vehicles because the fuel pumps may fail and cause the engines to stall. Included in the GM recall are these models. 2021 Cadillac Escalade 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021 Chevrolet Suburban 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 2021 GMC Yukon 2021 GMC Yukon XL According to GM, the fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or to operate only part of the time. This will cause a problem with ...

• Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator and Lincoln Corsair Recalled Ford recalls more than 228,000 vehicles with rearview camera images that may fail to display.

  

  Sep 28, 2021 — Ford rearview camera problems have caused a recall of more than 228,000 vehicles with rearview camera images that may not display on the screens. The 2020-2021 Ford Explorer, Lincoln Corsair and Lincoln Aviator vehicles are equipped with 360-degree cameras with video outputs that may fail, causing the SYNC screens to turn blue. Ford opened an investigation in March following Chinese reports of rearview camera image failures, and in August Ford saw that nearly ...

• Jeep Grand Cherokee L Recall: Rearview Camera Image Failures Chrysler recalls 58,000 model year 2021 Grand Cherokee L SUVs due to radio software errors.

  

  Sep 26, 2021 — A 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L recall includes more than 58,000 Jeeps because the rearview camera images may not appear on the screens. Fiat Chrysler (FCA US) says a radio software error can cause the problem, which is a violation of federal safety standards. The U.S. 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L recall includes more than 56,000 vehicles, and a recall in Canada involves more than 2,000 Jeeps. Federal standards require the rear visibility system default to the ...

• Ram ProMaster City Vans Recalled Over Turn Signals Chrysler recalls 25,000 vans because the instrument panel turn signal lights may not work correctly.

  

  Sep 26, 2021 — Nearly 24,000 Ram ProMaster City vans are recalled because of problems if the turn signal indicator lights fail in the 2019-2021 vans. Another 1,000 Ram vans are recalled in Canada. A turn signal indicator on the instrument panel should flash differently if a turn signal fails. This is to warn a driver if the one or both of the turn signals fail and cannot be seen by other drivers. But the Ram ProMaster City vans have turn signal indicator lights that flash ...

• Ford Mustang Mach-E Recalls Ordered For Glass Problems Ford recalls 36,000 Mustang Mach-E vehicles to repair the windshields and roof glass panels.

  

  Sep 24, 2021 — Two 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E recalls include more than 36,000 vehicles because of problems with bonding of the panoramic roof glass and windshield glass. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Windshield Recall Nearly 21,000 Mustang Mach-E vehicles are recalled because the windshields may not have been properly bonded to the vehicles, allowing the windshields to detach. Ford learned of the problem in June when an investigation was opened based on a report of poor ...

• Hyundai Engine Recall Follows 45 Engine Fires Hyundai recalls 2017 Sonata Hybrid and Tucson equipped with 2.0-liter Nu GDI engines.

  

  Sep 24, 2021 — A Hyundai engine recall follows at least 45 fires and affects more than 130,000 model year 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles which may be at risk of engine stall, damaged engines or fires. The 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid are equipped with 2.0-liter “Nu” GDI engines produced by Hyundai's engine plant in Ulsan, South Korea. According to Hyundai, the connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely which results in abnormal knocking noise ...

• Kia Sedonas Recalled For Misdirected Turn Signals Kia recalls 94,000 minivans because the turn signals may blink the wrong direction.

  

  Sep 24, 2021 — A 2015-2017 Kia Sedona recall has been issued because the turn signals may activate in the opposite direction of what drivers intended. More than 94,000 Sedona minivans are recalled because the smart junction box software logic may not properly interpret signals received from the multifunction switches. The purpose of the smart junction box is to interpret the signal from the switch to determine which way a driver moves the turn signal lever. But in the case ...

• VW Recalls 2021 Arteons For Brake Pedal Issues Volkswagen recalls about 100 Arteon vehicles because of loose parts.

  

  Sep 22, 2021 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 100 model year 2021 Arteon vehicles because the brake pedals could fail. The pressure input rod connections on the brake boosters may be loose and could detach. Nearly 100 Volkswagen Arteons are recalled in the U.S., and four are recalled in Canada. VW will mail recall notices on November 5, 2021, and dealers will tighten the pressure input rod connections. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's ...

• Maserati Recalls Levante, Quattroporte and Ghibli 1,100 Maserati Levante, Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles may have seat belt problems.

  

  Sep 22, 2021 — Maserati is recalling more than 1,100 vehicles because customers may have trouble securing child safety seats. Recalled are 2021 Maserati Levante, Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles that may have seat belt automatic locking retractors that may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint systems from securing properly. Recall notices will be mailed October 22, 2021, and Maserati dealers will replace the seat belt assemblies if needed. Maserati ...

• Audi Recalls E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro Audi recalls 38 vehicles with brake boosters that can cause several features to malfunction.

  

  Sep 22, 2021 — About 40 model year 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and 2021 Audi E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles may suffer from brake booster problems that cause several features to fail. Audi says corrosion in the brake booster may cause the anti-lock brake system, electronic stability control, speedometer display and brake assist to stop functioning. Audi dealers will replace the brake boosters once recall notices are mailed November 12, 2021. Audi E-Tron owners with ...

• Toyota Prius Cars Recalled Because Hybrid Systems May Shut Down Toyota recalls 9,500 Prius and Prius Prime cars to prevent them from losing power while driving.

  

  Sep 22, 2021 — A Toyota Prius and Toyota Prius Prime recall includes more than 9,500 cars in the U.S. and Canada. The 2022 Toyota Prius and Prius Prime cars are recalled because the hybrid systems may shut down and strand drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration hasn't announced details of the recall, but Toyota says a software error can cause problems with the hybrid vehicle electronic control unit (ECU). A driver will see warning lights illuminate and ...

• Chevy Bolt Recall Update: New Parking Directions General Motors says Chevy Bolt owners may park in large parking garages, but in certain areas only.

  

  Sep 20, 2021 — A Chevy Bolt recall update has been announced, one that will only frustrate electric vehicle owners even more than they already are. General Motors is now advising Chevy Bolt owners to park on the top floors of parking garages or open decks, and park at least 50-feet away from other vehicles. However, GM's instructions for parking garages may not be necessary in some facilities because Chevy Bolt owners have reported some parking garages are warning Bolt ...

• Recall: 2022 Nissan Pathfinder Hoods May Fly Open Nissan recalls 3,300 Pathfinders because welding errors may have caused hood latch issues.

  

  Sep 17, 2021 — A model year 2022 Nissan Pathfinder recall includes more than 3,300 SUVs with hoods that may unintentionally open while driving. The 2022 Nissan Pathfinders may have welds that allow the secondary hood latch retainer brackets to detach from the front bumper assemblies. In June, a Nissan technician noticed a secondary hood latch retainer bracket detached when the hood was closed on a 2022 Pathfinder. Nissan announced a hold of the SUVs because the technician ...

• Ram ProMaster and Ram ProMaster City Vans Recalled Nearly 9,000 Chrysler vans need inspected to verify if the seat belt retractors need to be replaced.

  

  Sep 16, 2021 — Nearly 9,000 model year 2021 Ram ProMaster City and Ram ProMaster vans are recalled because the customers may have problems securing child safety seats. Chrysler says the automatic locking retractors of the seat belts may deactivate too early and prevent the webbing from working correctly. In August, three seat belt retractors were tested in a Ram ProMaster van and it was confirmed one of the automatic locking retractors deactivated too early. "The ...

• Volvo Recalls 22,000 Vehicles For Seat Belt Issues Customers may have trouble securing child seats with automatic locking seat belt retractors.

  

  Sep 14, 2021 — Volvo is recalling more than 22,000 of these vehicles because there may be problems trying to secure child safety seats. 2021 Volvo XC40 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge 2021 Volvo V60CC 2021 Volvo V90 2021 Volvo V90CC 2021 Volvo XC90 2021-2022 Volvo V60 2021-2022 Volvo XC60 2021-2022 Volvo S60 The Volvo vehicles have seat belt assemblies with features that convert the retractors from emergency locking retractors to automatic ...

• Porsche Recalls Boxsters and Caymans Over Control Issues Porsche recalls 5,300 vehicles with rear axle carrier side sections that may break.

  

  Sep 11, 2021 — Porsche is recalling 2013-2015 Boxster, 2013-2014 Boxster S, 2014-2015 Cayman, Cayman S, 2015 Boxster GTS and Porsche Cayman GTS vehicles because the rear axle carrier side sections may break. More than 5,300 Porsche vehicles are recalled, with 442 of them recalled in Canada. Porsche says the problem is parts that weren't made to specification which can result in cracks to the rear axle carrier side sections. A Porsche driver could lose control of the vehicle ...

• Toyota Tundra Halogen Headlights May Catch Fire Toyota recalls 164,000 trucks that may have headlight problems, but only in very specific conditions

  

  Sep 3, 2021 — A Toyota Tundra halogen headlight recall includes more than 164,000 trucks because the headlights could catch fire under certain circumstances. About 6,400 of the trucks are recalled in Canada. Toyota says the 2018-2021 Tundra trucks are equipped with halogen headlight electrical circuits that were designed incorrectly to allow the circuits for both the high-beam and low-beam bulb filaments to be energized at the same time when the high beams are on. Toyota ...

• 2021 Subaru Impreza Owners Shouldn't Drive Their Cars Subaru Impreza front left lower control arms may separate and cause a loss of control.

  

  Sep 1, 2021 — More than 800 model year 2021 Subaru Impreza cars should be parked until dealerships can make repairs to the front left lower control arms. Subaru says the Imprezas may have lower control arms with faulty welds near the connection joints between the arms and the crossmembers. The front lower control arm can separate from the crossmember and even a partial separation can cause the tire to make contact with the wheel well. Subaru learned about a partially ...

• Dodge Challengers Recalled To Update Software Chrysler recalls 135 Challenger cars because drivers may have problems seeing safety status info.

  

  Aug 31, 2021 — About 135 Dodge Challengers are recalled because drivers may have trouble seeing the safety system status indicators on the 2021 Challenger cars. Chrysler says the problem can occur in day and night driving conditions. Challenger recall notices will be mailed October 15, 2021. Dealerships will reprogram the instrument clusters with new software. Dodge Challenger owners may call 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is ...

• Jaguar Land Rover Vehicles May Have Seat Belt Issues About 41,000 Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles recalled for seat belt / child restraint problems.

  

  Aug 31, 2021 — Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 41,000 vehicles because of possible problems with the seat belt automatic locking retractors that may prevent child seats from being secured. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint systems from securing properly. The retractor levers inside the seat belts may unintentionally deactivate early and switch to emergency locking retractor mode and cause loose seat ...

• Bridgestone Tire Recall: Pinholes in the Sidewalls Bridgestone and Firestone tires may have tiny holes burned into the rubber by a faulty laser.

  

  Aug 30, 2021 — A Bridgestone tire recall includes tens of thousands of tires to search for a small number of touring all-season passenger tires that may have pinholes. The Bridgestone tire recall includes these models with DOT code 2821. Bridgestone Dueler H/L 422 Ecopia P245/60R18 Bridgestone Dueler H/L Alenza 275/55R20 Bridgestone Ecopia H/L 422 Plus 235/55R20 Bridgestone Turanza EL440 235/60R18 Firestone Destination LE3 225/65R17 A pinhole ...

• Jeep Wrangler Recall Issued After Fuel Leak Fires More than 14,000 Wranglers need their fuel supply lines inspected and possibly replaced.

  

  Aug 28, 2021 — Jeep Wranglers with 2-liter engines are recalled for a risk of fires from cracked fuel supply lines. More than 14,400 model year 2020 Jeep Wranglers are affected by the recall which will see dealers inspecting the fuel supply lines. In July, Fiat Chrysler (FCA) opened an investigation into 2020 Wranglers following two reports, looking at witness statements, fire patterns and vehicle histories. Engineers determined a connection between the fires and plastic ...

• Ford Recalls F-150 Super Cab Trucks For Seat Belt Problems More than 19,000 truck owners need to inspect their front seat belts, then get the trucks to dealers

  

  Aug 27, 2021 — Model year 2021 F-150 Super Cab trucks are recalled because the front seat belt webbing may be incorrectly routed and may fail to properly restrain an occupant. More than 16,400 Ford F-150 Super Cabs are recalled in the U.S., not the F-150 Regular Cabs or F-150 Crew Cabs which use different seat belt assemblies. A Canadian recall includes more than 3,300 F-150 Super Cabs. Truck owners are advised to perform a self-inspection of the front seat belts. An ...

• Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator Recalled Nearly 700 vehicles recalled because of weld studs for the side airbags.

  

  Aug 27, 2021 — Ford is recalling nearly 800 model year 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles that may have side airbag attachment weld studs that could detach during deployment of the side airbags. This increases the risk of injuries and death for occupants. According to Ford, 98 of those SUVs are recalled in Canada. Ford and Lincoln dealers will replace the side airbag assemblies after owner recall notification letters are mailed September 7, 2021. Ford Explorer ...

• Volkswagen Taos Recall Issued For Fuel Leaks VW says 17,700 model year 2022 Taos SUVs need inspected for faulty fuel supply connectors.

  

  Aug 26, 2021 — A Volkswagen Taos recall has been announced for model year 2022 Taos SUVs at risk of fuel leaks. More than 17,700 Taos vehicles are recalled because the fuel supply quick-connectors may detach from the fuel supply lines causing fuel leaks in the engine compartments. Volkswagen says the problem can be caused in three different ways. The quick connectors can detach because of incorrect tolerance specifications between the quick connectors and connecting fuel ...

• Buick Regal, Lacrosse and Chevy Malibu Recalled For Toe Links GM rear toe links may corrode and break in cold weather states.

  

  Aug 24, 2021 — A General Motors rear toe link recall has been announced for 2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles that were sold or ever registered in these states: 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 or Wisconsin. GM doesn't ...

• Mercedes Recalls AMG GTs For Detached Driveshafts Mercedes-Benz recalls 1,500 vehicles because of weak carbon fiber driveshaft connections.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 1,500 model year 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles with driveshafts that can detach. Mercedes says the bonding between the carbon fiber driveshaft and the flange may be too weak and cause the driveshaft to separate. This will immediately prevent the vehicle from moving forward. Mercedes-Benz dealerships will replace the driveshafts once owner recall notices are mailed August 24, 2021. Concerned AMG GT owners may call ...

• 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 SUVs May Leak Transmission Fluid Mercedes recalls 370 previously serviced SUVs that may have the wrong parts installed.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — Previously serviced 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 SUVs equipped with 4-cylinder diesel engines are recalled because incorrect parts may have been installed. More than 370 vehicles may have had the wrong type of transmission fluid filters and overflow pipes installed which can result in transmission fluid leaks. Mercedes also says the transmission control modules may fail. Owner recall notices should be mailed September 10, 2021, with instructions about dealers ...

• Bentley Recalls 2020-2021 Continental GT and GT Convertible Bentley recalls 3,800 vehicles because the front seat passenger's legs may get trapped.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — Bentley is recalling more than 3,800 model year 2020-2021 Continental GT and GT Convertible vehicles because the front seat passenger's legs may get trapped with certain front seat movements. Bentley says the problem is caused by the front seat control modules. About 3,647 vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and 188 vehicles are recalled in Canada. Bentley dealers will update the software for the front seats after owner recall notification letters are mailed ...

• Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 Recalled GM recalls 86 Chevy Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 trucks with the wrong spare tires.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — General Motors has announced a recall of 86 model year 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with a 17" spare tires (RPO ZHQ or ZXT) and either 20" accessory road tires (RPO REM) or 18" accessory road tires (RPO Q2V). GM engineers learned operating the spare tires with other 20" or 18" tires can prevent the anti-lock braking systems from activating. Silverado and Sierra owner recall notices should be mailed September 13, ...

• Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro Recalled Audi issues two recalls, one for a loss of safety features and the other for knee airbag problems.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — Audi is recalling more than 500 model year 2021 E-Tron Quattro and 2020-2021 Audi E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles because they could lose their anti-lock braking and electronic stability control systems. In the U.S. 498 Audi's are recalled and a Canadian recall involves 25 E-Tron's. Audi says an improperly welded rotor and shaft may separate within the integrated brake system. Audi dealers will replace the brake boosters, and owner notification letters ...

• Lamborghini Urus Recall Issued For Seat Belt Problems About 225 vehicles may need new rear seat belt assemblies to secure child seats properly.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — Lamborghini is recalling about 225 model year 2021 Urus vehicles because the center rear passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early. This can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. Lamborghini dealers will replace any faulty seat belt assemblies once owner recall notification letters are mailed October 1, 2021. Urus owners may contact Lamborghini at 866-681-6276 and refer to Lamborghini's recall number ...

• VW Recalls Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs For Fire Risk Volkswagen recalls 50 vehicles that may have damaged relays in the fuse boxes.

  

  Aug 23, 2021 — Volkswagen is recalling about 50 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because damaged relays may have been installed in the engine compartment fuse boxes which could inadvertently activate the horns or engine starters. VW says 33 Atlas vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and 14 are recalled in Canada. VW dealers will replace the relays when recall notices are mailed October 5, 2021. Volkswagen can be reached at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's reference number ...

• Land Rover Range Rover Sport and LR4 Vehicles Recalled Nearly 112,000 vehicles at risk of fires because fuel leaks from cracked flanges.

  

  Aug 21, 2021 — Land Rover is recalling nearly 112,000 Range Rover Sport and LR4 vehicles at risk of fires due to fuel leaks. The 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles may have fuel outlet flanges mounted on the fuel tanks that may crack. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation in November 2020 into 2010-2011 Land Rover LR4 and Range Rover Sport vehicles. At the time the automaker reported about 200 warranty claims ...

• All 2017-2022 Chevy Bolts Recalled Over Battery Fires Chevrolet Bolt battery fires keep occurring even after previous recall repairs, that didn't work.

  

  Aug 20, 2021 — All Chevrolet Bolt owners in Canada and the U.S. are warned to park outside and away from anything that could burn as General Motors announced another Bolt recall, this time to include every 2017-2022 Chevy Bolt EV and EUV. All Bolt drivers are also warned not to charge their cars overnight. The U.S. Chevy Bolt fire recall now includes 50,932 model year 2017-2019 Bolt electric cars and 59,392 model year 2019-2022 Bolts. The newest recall was ordered because ...

• Porsche Recalls 911, Panamera and Taycan For Seat Belts Porsche recalls 5,500 vehicles because owners may have trouble securing child restraints.

  

  Aug 19, 2021 — More than 5,500 Porsche vehicles are recalled because owners may have problems securing child safety systems in the seats. 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Turbo S Coupe 2021 Porsche Panamera, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, Panamera 4S, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo S 2021 Porsche Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S According to Porsche, the automatic locking ...

• Ford Fuel Delivery Module Recall To Prevent Stalled Engines 2021 Ford Escapes, Lincoln Corsairs and 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sports affected.

  

  Aug 18, 2021 — A Ford fuel delivery module recall has been announced for 2021 Ford Escapes, Lincoln Corsairs and 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sports at risk of stalling. More than 13,300 Ford vehicles may have fuel delivery modules inside the fuel tanks that can cause low fuel pressure. The low pressure will cause the Escape, Corsair and Bronco Sport engines to stall, or the vehicle may fail to start. Ford says a leak in the fuel tube can occur because the fuel tube wall is ...

• Ram Trucks Recalled For Side Curtain Airbag Dangers More than 263,000 Ram trucks are recalled after a side curtain airbag inflator exploded.

  

  Aug 16, 2021 — A Ram truck recall includes more than 263,000 vehicles because the side curtain airbag inflators may explode even if the airbags don't deploy in crash impacts. The recall includes 2015-2020 Ram 2500 pickups, Ram 3500 pickup trucks and Chassis Cab vehicles and previous generation 1500 pickups, or what Chrysler now calls the Classic. The automaker says the current generation Ram 1500 trucks, which launched with 2019 models, are not affected. About 212,373 Ram ...

• Hyundai Trunk Latch Recall: Emergency Releases May Fail Hyundai recalls 363,000 Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, Accent and Azera vehicles.

  

  Aug 15, 2021 — A Hyundai trunk latch recall has been announced for more than 363,000 vehicles because people could get trapped in the trunks without access to working internal emergency release latches. The 2017-2018 Hyundai Sonata, 2016-2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Hyundai Accent and 2016-2017 Hyundai Azera trunk latches may become damaged. The damage can prevent the emergency trunk release latch to fail, a violation of federal safety standards. The Hyundai ...

• Cadillac CT4 and CT5 Vehicles Recalled For Airbag Problems More than 34,000 Cadillacs recalled after problems were found with the roof rail airbags.

  

  Aug 14, 2021 — More than 34,000 Cadillac CT4 and CT5 vehicles are recalled because the roof rail side curtain airbags may not have been installed correctly. The airbags may not deploy properly in a crash. "In rare cases, the roof rail side airbags in these vehicles may not have been installed correctly during vehicle assembly. An incorrectly installed airbag may not deploy properly in a crash. This condition can exist on either the left side or right side of the ...

• Toyota Yaris Fuel Pump Recall Involves 32,000 Cars DENSO fuel pumps may have impellers that crack, deform and hit the pumps.

  

  Aug 14, 2021 — Toyota is recalling more than 32,000 Yaris cars because the fuel pumps may fail and cause the cars to stall or fail to start. The 2019-2020 Toyota Yaris, Toyota Yaris Hatchback and Toyota Yaris Sedan vehicles are equipped with DENSO fuel pumps with impellers that may crack. The DENSO low-pressure fuel pumps are located in the fuel tanks, but the impellers may have been manufactured with lower density. The impellers may have also been exposed to solvent ...

• Kia Trunk Latch Recall Includes Forte, Forte Koup and Rio More than 285,000 Kia vehicles have emergency trunk release latches that may fail.

  

  Aug 14, 2021 — A Kia trunk latch recall includes more than 285,000 model year 2016-2018 Kia Forte, Kia Forte Koup and 2018-2019 Kia Rio vehicles. The automaker says the trunk latch may become damaged and prevent the opening of the trunk from the inside. Kia learned in July that Hyundai was considering a recall of Sonatas due to the emergency trunk release mechanisms, and certain Kia models used the same mechanisms. Hyundai had determined a damaged trunk pawl could prevent ...

• VW Taos 4Motion SUVs Recalled For Stalling More than 5,800 Volkswagen Taos all-wheel-drive vehicles may be affected by software problems.

  

  Aug 13, 2021 — A Volkswagen Taos recall includes more than 5,800 4Motion all-wheel-drive Taos SUVs that may stall when stopping. VW says for now it believes the problem is the engine control unit software, but the problem doesn't occur in front-wheel-drive Taos vehicles. The 2022 VW Taos 4Motion vehicles have specific software versions installed in the engine control units that can be affected by high temperatures, high engine loads and when the air conditioning is ...

• Audi Rear Seat Belt Assemblies May Have Defects Recall of 52,700 VW and Audi vehicles issued because drivers may have trouble using child seats.

  

  Aug 13, 2021 — An Audi/Volkswagen recall includes nearly 52,700 of these vehicles, and all but one model is an Audi vehicle. 2021 Volkswagen ID4 2021 Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan 2021 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback 2021 Audi A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan 2021 Audi A7 2021 Audi A8 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro 2021 Audi Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8 2021 Audi RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8 2021 Audi S4 ...

• VW ID.4 Recall Issued For Wrong Rear Seat Belts Volkswagen recalls 12,000 SUVs because the rear seat belt assemblies are missing parts.

  

  Aug 13, 2021 — Volkswagen is recalling 2021 ID.4 SUVs because of possible problems with the rear seat belts when using child restraint systems. More than 12,000 ID.4s are recalled because the rear outboard seat belt assemblies may be missing the automatic locking retractors. This can cause failures when trying to secure a child seat. The recalled parts are not released for the U.S. market and have a part number that is usually not available in the U.S. Federal safety ...

• Infiniti Recalls Q50, Q60 and QX80 About 3,600 vehicles are recalled because the backup camera images may not show.

  

  Aug 12, 2021 — Infiniti backup camera image failures have caused a recall of about 3,600 Infiniti Q50, Q60 and QX80 vehicles to update control unit software. The 2021 Infinity Q50, Q60 and QX80 vehicles may have software problems that deactivate the audio/video control unit screens. This will prevent the rearivew camera image from displaying properly. According to Infiniti, a customer can activate privacy mode to disable data transfer related to the available connected ...

• Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain Recalled For Hankook Tires General Motors recalls 7,000 vehicles with Hankook tire tread that may delaminate.

  

  Aug 12, 2021 — General Motors Hankook tires have caused the recall of 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, more than 7,000 of them in the U.S. General Motors learned of the problem on July 3 when Hankook Tire said two tires received through warranty claims had delaminated. According to Hankook Tire, the tire tread may delaminate because the rubber wasn't made with enough curative agent. GM says it's unlikely a tire will blowout or deflate, but the tread ...

• Mitsubishi Recalls Outlanders For Seat Belt Defects Mitsubishi recalls more than 3,700 Outlanders because of seat belt automatic locking retractors.

  

  Aug 8, 2021 — A Mitsubishi Outlander recall has been announced for more than 3,700 vehicles due to problems with the seat belts. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlanders are equipped with front passenger and second-row seat belt automatic locking retractors that may deactivate too early. This can cause a problem when securing a child seat in the front passenger or second-row seats. According to supplier Autoliv, the subcomponent supplier of the automatic locking retractor levers ...

• Land Rover Defenders Recalled For Inaccurate Child Seat Info More than 7,400 Defenders have owner's manuals that are wrong concerning child seats.

  

  Aug 7, 2021 — More than 7,400 Land Rover Defenders are recalled because of problems with the child seat restraint systems, or specifically the problem is the owner's manuals for 2020-2021 Land Rover Defenders. The U.S. Land Rover Defender recall includes 7,027 SUVs and a Canadian recall involves 427 Defenders. According to Land Rover, the Defender owner's manual incorrectly says the third-row seating is equipped with LATCH child seat restraints with top tethers. The ...

• Ford Recalls Transit and Transit Connect Vans More than 42,000 vans recalled because securing a child seat may be a problem.

  

  Aug 6, 2021 — A Ford Transit and Transit Connect van recall is necessary because of possible problems with securing child seats. Nearly 42,500 model year 2021-2022 Ford Transit and 2021 Transit Connect vans are affected by the recall. Supplier Autoliv told Ford about problems with the passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors on seat belt assemblies. Autoliv had determined certain seat belt assemblies may have retractors that deactivate early. The seat belt ...

• BMW Recalls Vehicles That May Lose Brake Assist BMW recalls 50,000 vehicles to update the engine management software.

  

  Aug 5, 2021 — BMW is recalling more than 50,000 vehicles that may have software problems that cause the loss of brake assist. Included in the recall are these models and years. 2020 BMW M340i 2020 BMW M340i xDrive 2020 BMW 540i 2020 BMW 540i xDrive 2020 BMW X3 M40i 2020-2021 BMW X4 M40i 2020-2021 BMW 745Le xDrive 2019-2021 BMW Z4 M40i 2020-2021 Toyota Supra According to BMW, damage could occur to the oil/vacuum pump which supplies vacuum ...

• BMW Fuel Pump Recall Over High-Pressure Bosch Pumps BMW recalls more than 11,000 vehicles with fuel pumps that may malfunction or fail.

  

  Aug 4, 2021 — A BMW fuel pump recall has been announced for more than 11,200 of these vehicles equipped with high-pressure Bosch fuel pumps that may fail. 2014-2018 BMW 328d 2014-2018 BMW 328d xDrive 2014-2018 BMW X5 xDrive35d 2014-2016 BMW 535d 2014-2016 BMW 535d xDrive 2015 BMW 740Ld xDrive 2015-2017 BMW X3 xDrive28d BMW says the quality of the fuel could reduce the lubrication of the pump and cause premature wear of the components. Metal ...

• Kia Telluride Recall Issued For Blank LCD Display Screens Kia recalls 5,000 Tellurides with display screens that may fail due to software errors.

  

  Aug 4, 2021 — Kia Telluride LCD display screens may remain blank after starting the vehicles, a problem Kia dealerships will fix when they update the instrument panel software. More than 5,000 model year 2022 Kia Telluride SUVs are recalled because the display screen failures violate federal safety standards. Kia learned about the problem in July but engineers had trouble replicating the Telluride display screen failures. The intermittent blank LCD screen issues left 2022 ...

• Subaru Fuel Pump Recall Issued For DENSO Pumps Subaru recalls nearly 178,000 vehicles to replace fuel pumps that may have cracked impellers.

  

  Aug 3, 2021 — A Subaru fuel pump recall includes more than 177,800 vehicles with low-pressure DENSO pumps that may fail inside the fuel tanks. The Subaru fuel pump recall includes about 165,026 of these vehicles in the U.S. and more than 12,800 vehicles in Canada. 2019-2020 Subaru Ascent 2018 Subaru Forester 2018-2020 Subaru Impreza 2018-2020 Subaru Legacy 2018-2020 Subaru Outback 2018-2019 Subaru BRZ 2018-2019 Subaru WRX 2018-2019 Toyota ...

• BMW Recalls 23,000 Vehicles For Seat Belt Retractors BMW says the automatic locking seat belt retractors may deactivate before the webbing retracts.

  

  Aug 1, 2021 — BMW is recalling more than 23,000 vehicles that may be equipped with passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors that may deactivate before the webbing fully retracts. 2021 BMW 230i 2021 BMW 230i xDrive 2021 BMW M240i 2021 BMW M240i xDrive 2021 BMW 330e 2021 BMW 330e Xdrive 2021 BMW 430i 2021 BMW 430i xDrive 2021 BMW M440i xDrive 2021 BMW M4 Coupe 2021 BMW M4 Competition Coupe 2021 BMW  X1 sDrive28i 2021 ...

• 2021 Nissan Rogues May Have Seat Belt Problems Nissan recalls Rogue Sports that may suffer from loose seat belts on the child seats.

  

  Jul 27, 2021 — A 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport recall includes more than 4,000 SUVs that may have seat belt problems related to the use of child seats. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early and reduce the protection of a child in a child seat. Seat belt assembly supplier Autoliv told Nissan the assemblies may not comply with federal safety regulations. To secure certain child seats using only the seat belt, the seat belt must be put in automatic ...

• Chevy Bolt Fire Recall Issued After Repairs Failed GM recalls Bolt EV cars after more battery fires were reported, this time in cars allegedly repaired

  

  Jul 23, 2021 — A Chevy Bolt fire recall has been issued for the second time after more cars caught fire from the batteries. General Motors and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has once again warned Bolt owners to park outside. This latest Bolt recall was announced after a 2019 Bolt belonging to Vermont state Rep. Tim Briglin caught fire, a car that had been repaired by GM in June. The other Chevy Bolt fire was in New Jersey, but the burned car and ...

• Mercedes GLB 250 SUVs Recalled For Risk of Fires Second-row seat accessory power outlet sockets may be 230-volt instead of 115-volt.

  

  Jul 20, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 1,700 model year 2020 GLB 250 SUVs over a risk of fires from the accessory power outlets for the second-row seats. The automaker says the power outlets may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket, and it's the excessive voltage that may cause fires. The excessive voltage is caused by the 115-volt socket which is instead a 230-volt socket. This increases the fire risk when anything is plugged into ...

• Recall: Mercedes-Benz Side Crash Sensors Could Come Loose Mercedes recalls 540 vehicles with seat belts and airbags that may be delayed in side crashes.

  

  Jul 20, 2021 — A Mercedes-Benz side crash sensor recall is needed for more than 540 of these vehicles. 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS450 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 2021 Mercedes-Benz E350 2021 Mercedes-Benz E450 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 2020 Mercedes-Benz S450 2020 Mercedes-Benz S560 2020 Mercedes-Benz G550 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Recall: 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trucks GM says the driver-side frontal airbags may fail in the Silverado 1500s.

  

  Jul 20, 2021 — General Motors is recalling 15 model year 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks because the front driver's airbag modules may be missing one or more metal tabs that secure the plastic airbag covers to the housings. The missing tabs can prevent the airbags from deploying. The U.S. recall includes 12 trucks and in Canada three Silverado 1500s are recalled. GM dealers will possibly replace the driver frontal airbags after owner notification letters are mailed ...

• Land Rover Recalls Defenders Over Seat Problems Nearly 700 model year 2021 Land Rover Defenders have front seats that don't lock into place.

  

  Jul 20, 2021 — Land Rover Defenders are recalled because the seats may not lock into place and can move unintentionally during crash impacts. The Defenders are equipped with manually-adjustable front seats, but the front seat track end-stop brackets may become deformed. The Land Rover recall includes 603 Defenders in the U.S. and 66 in Canada. Land Rover dealers will replace the front seat tracks in the 2021 Defenders. Customers with questions may call 800-637-6837 and ...

• Ford F-350 Super Duty Recall Issued For Axle Problems Ford recalls nearly 35,000 trucks that may have weld problems which disconnect the driveshafts.

  

  Jul 19, 2021 — Ford is recalling 2020-2021 Ford F-350 Super Duty vehicles with 6.7-liter engines and single rear wheel axles for weld problems with the rear axle housing spring seat interfaces. Nearly 35,000 trucks are affected by the recall of F-350s built in Kentucky between August 6, 2020, and May 15, 2021. Ford says the rear driveshaft could disconnect, a problem that will cause a loss of motive power and a loss of PARK even with the transmission shifted into PARK. The ...

• Lincoln Aviator Recall Issued For Fire Risk More than 40,000 Aviators equipped with 3-liter engines need their battery cables inspected.

  

  Jul 18, 2021 — A 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator recall for a risk of fires has been issued for nearly 41,000 SUVs equipped with 3-liter gas engines. The Aviators have battery cable wire harnesses that may not have been secured. This can allow the harnesses to make contact with the air conditioner compressor pulleys. Lincoln says the pulleys could rub through the wire harness insulation and contact the battery positive (B+) circuits, resulting in short circuits and ...

• Nearly 775,000 Ford Explorers Recalled After 6 Injuries Corrosion can damage the 2013-2017 Ford Explorers and cause the toe links to break.

  

  Jul 18, 2021 — Ford Explorer rear toe-link problems have allegedly caused at least six injuries and a recall of nearly 775,000 Explorers worldwide. The 2013-2017 Ford Explorers are recalled in the U.S. where road salt is applied in the winter, and Ford will conduct a customer service program for non-corrosion states. "In the U.S., the affected vehicles are located in high-corrosion states as defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or in regions with ...

• Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe and Sonata Over Fuel Leaks More than 18,000 Hyundai vehicles need their fuel pipes and connections inspected for leaks.

  

  Jul 17, 2021 — A Hyundai fuel pipe recall includes more than 18,000 model year 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. The fuel pipes were installed with "insufficient torque or improper concentricity" which could allow fuel to leak at the pipe connections between the high-pressure fuel pumps and fuel rails. Leaking fuel that hits hot surfaces can cause engine compartment fires. Hyundai discovered a fuel odor on a new 2021 Santa Fe ...

• GMC Canyon Trucks Need New Load Labels General Motors recalls 9,400 Canyon trucks because GM had the weight wrong for the trucks.

  

  Jul 15, 2021 — General Motors is recalling about 9,400 model year 2021 GMC Canyon trucks because the load carrying capacity printed on the tire and loading information label is 22.5 kg (51 lbs.) more than intended. A GM manager discovered the problem in June after reviewing data which indicated the trucks weighed more than expected. The automaker opened an investigation and engineers learned the additional weight was from a change to certain content not accounted for by ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls Vehicles That Need New Headlights About 1,700 A-Class, C-Class, GLB-Class and GLE-Class vehicles may need LED headlights.

  

  Jul 15, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz LED headlight problems have caused a recall of nearly 1,700 of these vehicles equipped with LED headlights that may not be correctly adjusted. 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz C300 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE580 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 2021 ...

• Kia Recalls K5 and Sorento For Leaking Fuel Pipes Kia recalls 24,500 vehicles after Sorentos started leaking fuel, although no fires have occurred.

  

  Jul 15, 2021 — Kia Sorento fuel leaks have caused a recall of more than 24,500 model year 2021 Kia Sorento and 2021-2022 Kia K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5-liter turbocharged engines. Kia says the fuel pipe connecting the high-pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not have been tightened enough during assembly at the engine plant. Fuel that leaks onto hot components may cause fires, and customers are advised to be aware of burning or fuel odors, smoke and illumination of ...

• Nissan Rogue Sport Liftgate Hinges Could Break: Recall Nissan recalls more than 13,000 model year 2021 Rogue Sports after finding weak hinges.

  

  Jul 14, 2021 — A 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport liftgate hinge recall includes more than 13,200 SUVs equipped with liftgate hinges that can detach from the vehicles in rear-end crashes. Nissan says the supplier had trouble with the liftgate hinge shaft molding process where the mold was out of position. This caused the shaft to be pressed too hard, which reduced the strength of the hinges. This could cause serious problems if the liftgate hinges separate in a rear-end crash. The ...

• Volkswagen Jettas Recalled to Replace Airbag Modules VW recalls 379 vehicles because the airbag modules may have been welded incorrectly.

  

  Jul 11, 2021 — Volkswagen is recalling 379 model year 2020-2021 Jetta and Jetta GLI vehicles equipped with airbag control modules that were welded in the incorrect positions. This could cause the airbags to unintentionally deploy, or the airbags may not deploy in a crash. VW dealers will replace the airbag control modules once owner recall notices are mailed August 27, 2021. Jetta owners may call 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is ...

• Porsche Cayenne Steering Columns May Detach Porsche recalls 27 vehicles to check if steering column screws are missing.

  

  Jul 11, 2021 — A 2021 Porsche Cayenne recall has been announced for 27 SUVs because the screw connections between the steering columns and steering boxes may fail. This could cause a detached steering column. Porsche dealers will install new screws, and owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 29, 2021. Porsche Cayenne owners may contact Porsche at 800-767-7243 and use recall number ...

• GM Recalls 410,000 Trucks With Dangerous Airbag Inflators GM recalls GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks.

  

  Jul 9, 2021 — More than 410,000 Chevrolet and GMC trucks are recalled because the roof-rail airbag inflators could rupture. Some of the trucks were recalled in December 2020 for the same problem , and this latest recall supersedes the previous recall. Included in the recall are 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks that may have roof-rail airbag inflator end caps that may detach from the inflators. It's also possible the ...

• GM Engine Block Heater Recall Follows 24 Fires General Motors recalls 366,000 Silverado and Sierra trucks equipped with Duramax 6.6-liter engines.

  

  Jul 8, 2021 — A GM engine block heater recall includes more than 366,000 trucks equipped with Duramax diesel 6.6-liter engines and optional engine block heaters. The 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks may suffer electrical short circuits in the engine block heater cables or in the terminals that connect the heater cables to the block heaters. In February, a GM manager inspected a block heater recovered from a 2019 ...

• Porsche Recalls Taycan Cars That Lose Power Porsche says about 130 Taycan cars have lost motive power due to software problems.

  

  Jul 3, 2021 — A Porsche Taycan recall includes about 43,000 cars after about 130 cars lost power without warning. About 10,300 of those Taycans are recalled in the U.S. The 2020-2021 Porsche Taycans have software problems that can incorrectly detect a faulty communication and cause the cars to lose motive power. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation in May after 2020-2021 Taycan owners filed complaints about their cars losing ...

• Porsche Recalls 911 Cars To Replace the Seats Porsche recalls nearly 150 vehicles that may have airbags that fail to deploy properly.

  

  Jul 3, 2021 — Porsche needs to install 149 new passenger seats in these cars that may suffer from passenger airbag problems. 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Targa 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet Porsche says the wrong seats were installed and can cause the occupant classification systems to fail. Porsche owner ...

• Mazda3 Steering Wheel Logo Recall Includes 291,000 Cars Mazda says the plastic logo on the steering wheel cover can break when the airbag deploys.

  

  Jul 2, 2021 — A Mazda3 recall includes about 291,000 model year 2004-2007 Mazda cars with Mazda steering wheel logos that could injure drivers or other occupants if the airbags deploy. The Mazda3 steering wheel logo is made of plastic and located on the steering wheel airbag module cover, and plastic that shatters during the explosive pressures of airbag deployments become dangerous projectiles. Additionally, drivers and occupants will have no warnings until the problem ...

• Nissan Rogue SUVs May Need New Seatbacks Nissan recalls 47,000 Rogues because welding mistakes may cause child seat problems.

  

  Jul 1, 2021 — A Nissan Rogue recall includes more than 47,000 model year 2021 Rogue SUVs to replace the rear seatbacks. According to Nissan, a child seat may not be securely anchored if the second-row upper tether wires were improperly welded to the seatback frame. Nissan says the tether wires may have faulty weld connections to the seatback frames. The supplier (Toyo, TN) says the welding process may have moved out of position and caused problems with the upper tether ...

• Nissan Turn Signal Bulb Recall Affects Titans and Versas Nissan recalls 31,000 Titan trucks and Versa cars with front bulbs that may fail from defects.

  

  Jun 30, 2021 — A Nissan turn signal bulb recall includes nearly 31,000 Titan trucks and Versa cars because the bulbs may crack and fail. The 2020-2021 Nissan Titan, Nissan Titan XD and Nissan Versa vehicles may need both front turn signal bulbs replaced. The bad dual filament-type bulbs were installed in Titans and Versas manufactured during a specific time period and no other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles received the faulty turn signal bulbs. Nissan says a supplier had ...

• Audi Recalls Older TT, A4 and S4 Vehicles Over Takata Airbags Audi recalls 63,000 model year 2000-2002 vehicles equipped with non-azide driver airbag inflators.

  

  Jun 29, 2021 — An Audi Takata airbag inflator recall includes nearly 63,000 model year 2000-2001 Audi TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 A4 and Audi S4 vehicles equipped with Takata non-azide driver airbag inflators (NADIs). Audi says the inflators don't contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant which has caused the recalls of millions of vehicles from multiple automakers . There is a tape seal used to prevent moisture from entering the inflator, but Audi says the ...

• Cadillac SRX and Saab 9-4X Recalled Again For Toe Links GM recalls 380,000 Cadillac and Saab vehicles that were recalled in 2014 for suspension problems.

  

  Jun 29, 2021 — A General Motors rear toe-link recall has been issued a second time for 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles. More than 380,000 vehicles are recalled because the rear suspension toe-link adjusters may not have been tightened properly. Owners are warned to not drive their vehicles if they experience any of these warnings: Service Traction Control message Service Stabilitrak message Stabilitrak warning light stays on or flashes ...

• Lamborghini Huracan Recalled For Backup Camera Failures Lamborghini recalls 2,700 Huracan cars to get rid of rearview camera software bugs.

  

  Jun 27, 2021 — A Lamborghini Huracan recall includes 2,700 model year 2018-2021 Huracan cars with rearview camera images that may fail due to infotainment system software errors. Lamborghini says the problem can occur when the temperatures drop below 41°F. During the first half of 2020, Lamborghini noticed a trend in rearview image complaints from European markets, causing the automaker to collect affected parts for an investigation. Engineers learned the software was the ...

• Cadillac, Chevy and GMC Recall: Loss of Power Steering General Motors recalls nearly 27,000 vehicles with software problems that cause steering issues.

  

  Jun 25, 2021 — General Motors power steering problems have caused a recall of nearly 27,000 of these models. 2021 Cadillac Escalade 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021 Chevrolet Suburban 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 2021 GMC Yukon 2021 GMC Yukon XL General Motors says power steering assist may be lost while driving or when the vehicle is started, a problem blamed on software errors. GM opened an investigation in April 2021 after receiving a field report of a ...

• Land Rover Discovery SUVs May Lose Electrical Power Land Rover recalls nearly 1,500 SUVs because of problems with the battery ground studs.

  

  Jun 25, 2021 — Nearly 1,500 model year 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery SUVs are recalled because they may lose electrical power and shut down. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the vehicle body may cause multiple electrical faults. Losing electrical power will be a serious problem when driving at night if the lights go out. Land Rover Discovery SUVs were recalled in November 2020 for the same battery stud problems, but the automaker continued to monitor ...

• Kia Recalls K5 Cars To Fix Steering Problems Kia recalls more than 1,000 K5 cars equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines.

  

  Jun 24, 2021 — A Kia K5 recall has been announced for more than 1,000 cars equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The 2021-2022 K5 cars have rack-mounted motor-driven power steering systems without the ability to diagnose communication faults. Kia says a driver may have to suddenly use increased steering effort when driving around a curve when Lane Following Assist is engaged. A Kia K5 driver may hear an audible alarm and see an illuminated warning light. The U.S. recall ...

• Nissan Sentra Tie-Rod Recall Includes 139,000 Cars Nissan Sentra tie rods may bend and break without any external damage to the car.

  

  Jun 23, 2021 — A Nissan Sentra tie-rod recall has been announced for nearly 139,000 cars because the tie rods may bend and break. The 2020-2021 Nissan Sentra cars need to be inspected by dealerships to determine if one or both tie rods should be replaced. The recalled Sentra cars were built in Mexico between November 25, 2019, to March 24, 2021. Nissan received a report in July 2020 about the right front wheel of a customer car which didn't respond when the driver turned ...

• Land Rover Defender X SUVs May Lose Their Rear Lights Bright light that shines on the rear of a Defender X can cause over-voltage conditions.

  

  Jun 23, 2021 — A Land Rover Defender X recall is necessary for a strange problem related to 2020-2022 Defender X vehicles equipped with smoked rear light assemblies. Land Rover says if a bright light shines on the rear of the 2,622 Defender X SUVs, the turn signals, tail lights and brake lights can fail. Land Rover says a bright light that shines on the rear of the SUV can cause a voltage spike, but only on SUVs equipped with smoked rear light covers. The automaker calls ...

• Buick Encore GX and Chevy Trailblazer Vehicles Need New Jacks GM says the emergency jacks will be replaced even though there is nothing wrong with them.

  

  Jun 19, 2021 — A General Motors recall has been issued for more than 135,000 Buick Encore GX and Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles even though there are no defective parts or components. GM says customers aren't following the directions for positioning the emergency jacks, a problem that has caused 21 jacks to break. The 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles have directions in the owner's manuals about how to position the jacks on the vehicle ...

• Ram 1500 Recall Announced Over Rearview Camera Images More than 14,000 model year 2021 Ram 1500 trucks may not show the backup camera images.

  

  Jun 17, 2021 — A 2021 Ram 1500 recall has been announced for more than 14,000 trucks equipped with trailer reverse steering modules because the rearview camera images may not display. Federal safety standards require the rearview camera system default to the visible rearview image at the beginning of each backing event even if the driver made previous modifications to the field of view. But the Ram 1500 trucks may not display the rearview images during backing events. A Ram ...

• Ram Truck Engine Fire Recall Involves 32,000 Vehicles Low oil levels caused connecting rod damage and engine compartment fires.

  

  Jun 17, 2021 — A Ram truck engine fire recall includes more than 32,000 model year 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks equipped with Cummins 6.7L engines. Ram engine compartment fires caused Fiat Chrysler to investigate and conclude the engine calibration software wasn't warning a driver when the oil levels were too low. The automaker opened an investigation into Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs after learning engine compartment fires were being caused ...

• Infiniti QX30 SUVs Recalled To Prevent Loss of Steering Infiniti SUVs may have universal joint bearings that separate from the universal joints.

  

  Jun 16, 2021 — Model year 2017 Infiniti QX30 SUVs are recalled because the steering shaft bore holes for the universal joint bearings may move around too much and separate the bearings from the universal joints. Infiniti says more than 1,700 SUVs could lose steering control if the bearings separate from the universal joints. The supplier contacted Infiniti in March 2021 about possible defective steering shafts shipped to Nissan, but the only vehicles equipped with the ...

• Recall: Land Rover Defenders May Stall Without Warning More than 180 SUVs equipped with 6-cylinder engines need certain functions disabled.

  

  Jun 16, 2021 — Land Rover is recalling more than 180 model year 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender SUVs equipped with 6-cylinder engines. Land Rover says the powertrain control modules may unexpectedly switch off while the vehicles are in motion, stalling the engines without warning. More than 160 Defenders are recalled in the U.S. and 19 vehicles are recalled in Canada. Land Rover's solution is to disable the connected diagnostic services and the over-the-air diagnostic ...

• 2022 Honda Odyssey Minivans Recalled Over Seat Frames Honda recalls 274 minivans with second-row seats that may not lock into place.

  

  Jun 15, 2021 — A Honda Odyssey recall includes 274 model year 2022 minivans because the second-row outboard seats may not lock into place, leaving the seats to move freely along the seat rails. Honda says the problem occurred when the Odyssey minivans were built when the second-row outboard seat rails may have been deformed. No injuries have been reported, but Honda dealerships will need to replace the seat frames. Odyssey owners will be mailed recall notices on July 19, ...

• Ford Super Duty Truck Wheels May Fall Off Ford recalls 19,600 F-Series Super Duty trucks equipped with front hub extenders.

  

  Jun 14, 2021 — A 2021 Ford F-Series Super Duty recall includes more than 19,600 trucks equipped with dual rear wheels and front hub extenders. The 2021 Ford F-350, F-450, F-550 and F-600 trucks may have front wheel hub extenders that weren't attached properly. This can cause the wheels and wheel extenders to fall off the trucks. Truck owners are warned not to drive the vehicles until it can be verified the extender nuts are tightened. Ford says the front wheel hub ...

• General Motors Vehicles Recalled For Airbag Warning Lights More than 301,000 Buick, Cadillac, Chevy and GMC vehicles need software updates.

  

  Jun 13, 2021 — More than 301,000 General Motors vehicles are recalled because the airbag warning lights may stay illuminated and fail to provide warnings if the airbags fail. However, the warning lights stay activated only on alternating ignition cycles in these vehicles. 2021 Buick Envision 2021 Cadillac CT4 2021 Cadillac CT5 2021 Cadillac Escalade 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 2021 Chevrolet Corvette 2021 Chevrolet ...

• Volkswagen ID.4 Recall Blamed on Headlight Adjustments VW recalls ID.4 SUVs because the headlight beams can be adjusted horizontally.

  

  Jun 12, 2021 — A 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 recall includes 3,231 SUVs because the headlights can be adjusted horizontally, a violation of federal standards. The 2021 VW ID.4 SUVs have caps that were installed on the headlight vertical aim instead of the horizontal aim which allows for horizontal adjustments of the headlight beams. The headlight beam is horizontally adjusted during production and the horizontal adjuster is blocked from further adjustment by using a ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans Recalled Twice Mercedes recalls about 40,000 vans to repair multimedia system problems and airbag issues.

  

  Jun 10, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz has issued two recalls for Sprinter vans, one recall related to failures of the rear camera images and the other recall issued because of airbag problems. The first recall includes about 36,000 model year 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans with software problems. The MBUX multimedia system software may cause the display to remain black or reboot after startup. This is a violation of federal safety standards because ...

• BMW 3-Series Vehicles Recalled Over Explosive Airbags BMW recalls 4,500 vehicles equipped with driver Takata non-azide airbag inflators.

  

  Jun 9, 2021 — A BMW airbag recall includes more than 4,500 of these vehicles equipped with non-azide driver airbag inflators (NADIs) manufactured by Takata. 2000-2001 BMW 323Ci 2000-2001 BMW 325Ci 2000-2001 BMW 328Ci 2000-2001 BMW 330Ci 1999-2001 BMW 323i 2000-2001 BMW 328i 2000-2001 BMW 330i 2000-2001 BMW 330xi The driver-side Takata airbag inflators were previously inspected but not replaced under previous recalls. BMW says moisture can ...

• Volvo Fuel Pump Recall Due to Blown Fuses Volvo recalls 85,550 vehicles to replace 15-amp fuses with 20-amp fuel pump fuses.

  

  Jun 9, 2021 — A Volvo fuel pump recall includes 85,550 vehicles with low-pressure fuel pumps that may fail from blown fuses. 2019-2020 Volvo V90 2019-2020 Volvo XC60 2019-2020 Volvo S60 2019-2020 Volvo V60 2019-2020 Volvo V60CC 2019-2020 Volvo S90 2019-2020 Volvo V90CC 2019-2020 Volvo S90L 2019-2020 Volvo XC90 The 15-amp fuse problem was discovered at the factory when filling a car with fuel, then more incidents were reported from the ...

• Mercedes Recalls 2020 GLB250 SUVs, 3 Times About 5,700 SUVs recalled, most due to water that may damage electronics and stall engines.

  

  Jun 8, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz has issued three recalls for 2020 GLB250 SUVs, the largest which includes 5,680 vehicles. Mercedes-Benz GLB250 Recall (Wheel Well Seal) The recall was ordered because water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells. Mercedes says this can damage electrical components and cause the instrument panels to go blank. Additionally, the electrical problems can cause the engines to stall while driving or the GLB250 SUVs ...

• Recall: Ford F-150 Driveshafts May Detach About 5,800 Ford F-150 trucks have two-piece driveshafts that may separate and lose drive power.

  

  Jun 3, 2021 — A Ford F-150 driveshaft recall includes more than 5,800 trucks equipped with two-piece driveshafts that could disconnect and cause a sudden loss of drive power. The 2021 F-150 trucks could also roll away when parked without the parking brakes engaged. Ford says the supplier may have improperly secured the c-clip connection between the two driveshaft halves. Warranty claims were arriving regarding the two-piece driveshafts where the c-clips had not been ...

• Tesla Model Y Recall Issued Over Seat Belt Problems Tesla recalls more than 2,000 Model Y vehicles to secure the second-row seat belt retractors.

  

  Jun 3, 2021 — A Tesla Model Y recall includes 2,166 model year 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles that may have second-row seat belt problems. One or both fasteners that secure the second-row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached. Tesla says cross-threading of the fasteners is the issue because the fasteners may not have been secured according to specification. This can cause problems when securing occupants in crash impacts, although Tesla says it isn't aware of any ...

• Tesla Seat Belt Problems Cause Model 3 and Model Y Recall Tesla recalls more than 5,500 vehicles that may have shoulder seat belt issues.

  

  Jun 3, 2021 — A Tesla Model 3 and Model Y recall includes more than 5,500 vehicles that may have faulty fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belts to the B-pillars. The problem can occur on the driver-side or passenger-side that has the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt attached to the B-pillar through a top loop. The loop is attached to an actuating bracket with a secured fastener and the actuating bracket is attached to the B-pillar with another secured ...

• Tesla Recalls Model 3 and Model Y Over Loose Fasteners Tesla recalls 6,000 vehicles to look for loose brake caliper fastener bolts.

  

  Jun 2, 2021 — A Tesla brake caliper bolt recall includes nearly 6,000 model year 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles with fastener bolts that may be loose. This can cause the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim and cause a loss of tire pressure. The Model 3 and Model Y brake calipers are attached to the wheel knuckles using fasteners, but the fastener may loosen over time if it's not secured to specifications. Tesla says it's rare, but the ...

• Ford Recalls F-350 and F-450 Super Duty Trucks Ford trucks may vibrate abnormally and make knocking sounds when towing trailers.

  

  May 29, 2021 — Ford is recalling 1,800 F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks equipped with fifth-wheel left-hand mounting brackets that may be cracked. Towing a trailer will be dangerous because the fifth-wheel assembly may become loose and detach from the truck. Ford says manufacturing problems "during the bracket stamping and forming process may have caused bracket galling, which could result in a crack." Ford learned of a problem in December 2020 when a left-hand ...

• Ford Edge SUVs Recalled For Seat Belt Problems Ford recalls 82 vehicles to replace the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assemblies.

  

  May 29, 2021 — A 2021 Ford Edge recall for 82 vehicles has been issued because the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not work during a crash. In addition to causing safety hazards to Edge drivers, the problem also violates federal safety standards. Ford will mail recall letters June 14, 2021. Ford dealers will need to replace the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assemblies. Ford Edge owners may call Ford at 866-436-7332 and request ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Vans Recalled Over Door Hinges More than 2,000 Mercedes-Benz vans may have loose front door hinge screws.

  

  May 29, 2021 — Mercedes is recalling more than 2,000 model year 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans because the screws for the front door hinges may not have been tightened. A gap can appear and cause problems with opening and closing the door. A December 2020 review of technical documentation used during production showed possible problems with the front door hinges. Engineers learned the documentation used on the assembly line didn't match the torque usually applied to the ...

• Porsche Recalls Panamera and Taycan For Suspension Problems Porsche recalls 565 vehicles with front lower trailing arms that may break.

  

  May 28, 2021 — Porsche is recalling 565 vehicles because the front lower trailing arms may break and cause drivers to lose control of the vehicles. 2021 Porsche Taycan 2021 Porsche Panamera 2021 Porsche Panamera Turbo S 2021 Porsche Panamera GTS 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Sport Turismo 2021 Porsche Panamera 4 Executive 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S Executive 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S 2021 Porsche Panamera 4S ...

• More Than 510,000 Ram Trucks Recalled Over Lugnuts Ram truck owner's manuals have incorrect lugnut torque specifications.

  

  May 28, 2021 — Stellantis (Chrysler) is recalling more than 510,000 Ram trucks because the lugnuts may be too tight because the service and owner's manuals may be wrong. About 446,643 model year 2012-2021 Ram 3500 pickups, and 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks are recalled in the U.S., more than 31,000 trucks are recalled in Canada and 104 are recalled outside North America. In addition, about 32,365 Ram 4000 Chassis Cab trucks are recalled in Mexico. The affected Ram ...

• Nissan Fuel Pump Recall Affects Armada and QX80 Nissan recalls 24,000 SUVs with fuel pumps built by TI Fluid Systems.

  

  May 27, 2021 — A Nissan fuel pump recall includes more than 24,000 SUVs equipped with V8 engines. The 2020-2021 Nissan Armada and 2020-2021 Infiniti QX80 fuel pumps have impellers that can swell and bind within the fuel pump modules. A failed fuel pump will cause the Armada or QX80 engine to stall. Nissan says fuel pump supplier TI Fluid Systems had manufacturing problems with the fuel pump modules when the impellers were built. A buildup of molten plastic on the ...

• Ford Transit Connects Recalled For Rollaway Risk Nearly 205,000 Ford vans recalled if they are equipped with 2.5-liter engines and 6F35 transmissions

  

  May 27, 2021 — A 2013-2021 Ford Transit Connect recall includes nearly 205,000 vans equipped with 2.5-liter engines and 6F35 transmissions. A driver may have trouble moving the shifter to the desired gear position because the bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may fall apart and detach. This could allow the driver to move the gear shift lever to PARK, turn the van off and exit the vehicle with no warning message or chime indicating the van is not in ...

• Mercedes G550 and G63 AMG Door Latches May Fail Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 18,000 SUVs because the rear doors may open while driving.

  

  May 22, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz has rear door latch problems that will be repaired in nearly 18,000 model year 2019-2021 G550 and G63 AMG SUVs. The automaker says components inside the door latches may prevent the rear doors from latching, locking or opening. In January 2021, Mercedes opened investigations following a dealer report regarding replacement parts for rear door latches for a G-Class vehicle. The dealer said replacement door latches weren't available, leading ...

• Mercedes Multimedia Systems Cause Recall of 342,000 Vehicles Mercedes-Benz rearview camera images may disappear then reappear.

  

  May 21, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz multimedia systems have caused a recall of more than 342,000 of these 2019-2021 CLA-Class, GLE/GLS-Class, A-Class, E-Class, GLA/GLB-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, and AMG GT-Class vehicles. 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz A220 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG A35 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA35 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63S 2021 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Jaguar XE Recalled For Missing Welds Jaguar recalls three vehicles to replace the rear rail assemblies.

  

  May 20, 2021 — Jaguar is recalling three model year 2017-2018 and 2020 Jaguar XE vehicles that received replacement rear rail assemblies as part of service repairs. But missing spot welds may weaken the strength of the rear rail assemblies. Jaguar says the weakened rear rail assembly may allow the rear bumper beam to detach when the vehicle is being towed, or could cause the tow-bar assembly to detach when towing a trailer. The Jaguar recall should begin May 28, 2021. ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls E-Class Vehicles Mercedes says six vehicles may suffer from rearview camera image problems.

  

  May 20, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling six model year 2021 E350, E450, E450 Wagon and AMG E63 vehicles. The parking control unit may fail to display the rearview camera image and cause the parking sensors to misidentify or fail to detect objects. The Mercedes recall is expected to begin May 31, 2021, when dealers will replace the parking control units. Owner may contact Mercedes at ...

• Porsche Vehicles Recalled For Stability Issues Porsche recalls 7 vehicles that may have loose screws on the axle control arms.

  

  May 20, 2021 — Porsche is recalling seven model year 2019 Porsche 911 Speedster, and 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe, Carrera 4S Coupe and Carrera S Cabriolet vehicles. The screw connection on the rear axle upper control arm may be loose and cause stability problems. Porsche technicians will rework and tighten the screw connections on the rear axle upper control arms. The Porsche recall is expected to begin May 23, 2021, but owners with questions may call the automaker ...

• Genesis Recalls G80 and GV80 Cars About 150 Genesis cars may leak fuel which could lead to fires.

  

  May 20, 2021 — Genesis is recalling 147 model year 2021 Genesis G80 and GV80 vehicles equipped with 2.5-liter turbo engines. Genesis says the fuel tube connecting the high pressure fuel pump to the fuel rail may not seal properly, allowing fuel to leak. All it takes is an ignition source to turn the fuel leak into a fire. Genesis dealers will replace the high pressure fuel tubes when the recall begins May 21, 2021. Genesis owners with questions may call 855-371-9460 and ...

• Kia Optima and Sorento Recalled After Short Circuits Kia recalls 463,000 vehicles that may leak brake fluid and cause short circuits and fires.

  

  May 20, 2021 — Kia brake fluid leaks and fire-related complaints have caused another recall of 463,500 Optima and Sorento vehicles in which Kia advises owners to park outside and away from things that can burn. The 2013-2015 Optimas and 2014-2015 Sorentos were recalled in September 2020 because brake fluid could leak inside the hydraulic electronic control units (HECUs), possibly resulting in electrical short circuits. Kia dealers were told to inspect the control units for ...

• Volvo XC90 Excellence Rear Occupants Could Become Trapped Volvo recalls 190 vehicles with front seats that may trap passengers.

  

  May 19, 2021 — Volvo is recalling more than 190 model year 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles because rear occupants could become trapped by the front seats. Volvo says liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far as possible and stay there. About 30 of the vehicles are recalled in Canada. Volvo expects the recall to begin June 18, 2021, when Volvo dealerships will update the rear seat control display ...

• Ford Transit Wheels and Tires May Fall Off: Recall Ford recalls more than 2,500 Transit T150, T250 and T350 vans equipped with aluminum allow wheels.

  

  May 14, 2021 — A Ford Transit recall includes more than 2,500 Transits equipped with aluminum allow wheels with wheel mounting surfaces of the axle flanges that may warp. This can cause the wheel studs to fracture and the wheels can detach. Ford says aluminum wheels are susceptible because they may not flex enough to conform to an axle shaft flange manufactured with the wrong specifications. The 2019 Ford Transit T150, T250 and T350 axle shaft flanges can cause a loss of ...

• Recall: VW To Repurchase 46 Vehicles From Owners Volkswagen says the vehicles were originally used internally by the automaker.

  

  May 13, 2021 — Volkswagen is recalling 46 vehicles to repurchase them from customers because the vehicles may be illegal. The following vehicles were originally internal-use vehicles that may have been modified before they were sold to consumers. 2017 Volkswagen Touareg GP 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan 2017 Volkswagen Golf A6 2017 Volkswagen E-Golf GP 2017 Volkswagen CCF 2016-2017 Volkswagen Passat GP 2018-2019 Volkswagen Golf R GP 2018 Volkswagen ...

• Alfa Romeo Stelvio and Giulia Vehicles Recalled Nine vehicles are recalled because of anti-lock brake system problems.

  

  May 12, 2021 — Nine model year 2019-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles are recalled because a hard braking event can cause the anti-lock brake system hydraulic control unit rotor shafts to separate. This will cause a loss of the anti-lock braking system and a reduction of braking assist. Alfa Romeo dealerships will replace the anti-lock brake system hydraulic control units once recall notices are mailed June 23, 2021. Owners may call ...

• Ford Explorer Recall Includes 661,000 Vehicles Ford Explorer roof rail covers may detach and hit other vehicles on the road.

  

  May 9, 2021 — A 2016-2019 Ford Explorer recall includes 661,000 vehicles to fix problems associated with detached roof rail covers. The Ford Explorer retention pins could loosen and fail to hold the roof rail covers, allowing them to fall off the Explorers. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail cover to detach from the vehicle, creating driving dangers for everyone. "Affected vehicles are configured with the Base, Police, XLT, or Sport trim level ...

• Fires Cause Recall of 2021 Jeep Cherokees Nearly 19,000 model year 2021 Cherokees were equipped with defective transmission oil cooler hoses.

  

  May 9, 2021 — A 2021 Jeep Cherokee recall of nearly 19,000 SUVs over a risk of fires from transmission fluid leaks. Stellantis (Chrysler) says fluid could leak from the transmission oil cooler rubber hoses which may not have been cured properly. Chrysler opened an investigation in March due to a trend in engine fires caused by ruptured transmission oil cooler hoses in 2021 Jeep Cherokees. The automaker learned a supplier (Yokohama) replaced a fuse for a water pump for the ...

• GM Recalls Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia About 120 vehicles may have weld nut problems that could cause side curtain airbag problems.

  

  May 7, 2021 — GM side curtain airbags may not be attached properly in about 120 model year 2010-2015 and 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. In the U.S. about 108 vehicles are involved, and seven vehicles are recalled in Canada. General Motors dealerships may need to realign or replace the weld nuts when the recall begins May 24, 2021. Owners can contact Buick at 800-521-7300, Chevrolet at 800-222-1020 or GMC customer ...

• Audi Recalls Vehicles With Rear Axles That May Misalign Audi recalls 46,000 vehicles with rear axle trailing arm lock nuts that may corrode and break.

  

  May 6, 2021 — An Audi recall for axle problems includes more than 46,000 of these vehicles. 2021 Audi Q7 2021 Audi Q8 2021 Audi Q5 Sportback 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback 2021 Audi RS6 Avant 2021 Audi RS7 2021 Audi RS Q8 2020-2021 Audi S6 2020-2021 Audi Q5 2020-2021 Audi A8 2020-2021 Audi S8 2020-2021 Audi A7 2020-2021 Audi A6 allroad 2020-2021 Audi A5 Cabriolet 2020-2021 Audi A4 2020-2021 Audi A4 allroad 2020-2021 ...

• Hyundai Recalls 2021 Elantra For Seatback Problems Supplier machine had problems which caused faulty welds on the seatback recliners.

  

  May 6, 2021 — A 2021 Hyundai Elantra recall includes nearly 1,500 cars with front seatback recliners that may have faulty welds. The front right and left seatback recliners could separate from the frames in crash impacts. It was December 2020 when Hyundai learned about a warranty claim on a 2021 Elantra. The automaker sent the affected part to the seat assembly supplier which found the laser weld lens cover was replaced in October 2020 due to damaged parts. Hyundai says ...

• Hyundai Nu Engine Recall Ordered Over Piston Oil Rings Hyundai recalls 187,000 vehicles because damage to the Nu engines could cause fires.

  

  May 5, 2021 — A Hyundai Nu engine recall has been issued for nearly 187,000 model year 2019-2020 Hyundai Elantra, 2019-2021 Hyundai Kona and 2019-2021 Hyundai Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The Nu engine recall was ordered because the piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated which could result in stalled Nu engines. Hyundai told the government the Nu engines may have been built using piston oil rings that were built with inconsistent ...

• Nissan Rogues Recalled For Rear Brake Calipers About 14,000 Nissan Rogue SUVs may have bushings missing from the rear brake caliper assemblies .

  

  May 5, 2021 — A model year 2021 Nissan Rogue recall includes more than 18,000 SUVs to prevent a loss of brake fluid and braking performance. The supplier contacted Nissan in February about a brake caliper leak during high pressure testing. Nissan says a technician at the supplier (ADVICS) made mistakes that caused missing internal bushings in the rear brake caliper assemblies which allowed the calipers to move through production without the bushings. The automaker says ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Vans May Lose Power Steering Mercedes recalls 6,000 Sprinter vans because of hydraulic power steering fluid leaks.

  

  May 4, 2021 — Nearly 6,000 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans are recalled because of problems with the hydraulic power steering return line hoses. The 2019-2020 Mercedes Sprinter hydraulic power steering return line hoses may detach and cause hydraulic steering fluid to leak. The vans were built on the 907 platform (VS30) and may have issues with the hose connection fittings. A Sprinter driver will still have manual steering if the hose detaches, but ...

• Hyundai Santa Fe Sport ABS Recall Follows 18 Fires Hyundai recalls 203,000 Santa Fe Sports a second time because of the anti-lock braking modules.

  

  May 4, 2021 — A Hyundai Santa Fe Sport ABS recall has been issued following 18 fires caused by brake fluid leaking inside the anti-lock braking system modules. More than 203,500 model year 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport SUVs are recalled for the second time for the same ABS module problems that can cause engine compartment fires due to electrical short circuits. And Hyundai says those fires could occur even when the Santa Fe Sports are parked. The Santa Fe Sport ABS recall is ...

• Dodge Durango Recall Issued For Missing Parts More than 3,000 Durango SUVs recalled to inspect fasteners related to the side curtain airbags.

  

  May 1, 2021 — Missing or loose parts on 2020-2021 Dodge Duranos have caused a recall of more than 3,000 SUVs, with 2,721 of those recalled in the U.S. and about 290 SUVs recalled in Canada. Chrysler says 2020-2021 Dodge Durango side airbag curtain fasteners may be loose or missing, causing problems with the airbags when they deploy. Chrysler says there are no defective parts because the Durango problem was caused during assembly when the SUVs were built with loose or ...

• Mercedes Recalls Vehicles For Air Conditioner Drain Hoses Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and GLS-Class passenger cabins may suffer from water damage.

  

  May 1, 2021 — Nearly 7,300 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class and GLS-Class vehicles may have air conditioner drain hoses that weren't installed correctly. Recalled are 2021 Mercedes AMG GLE 53, 2020 Mercedes GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. Water can drain into the passenger compartments and cause fogged windows and wet carpets. But more serious consequences could also occur. Mercedes says if enough condensation water enters the driver or passenger footwells, it ...

• Model Year 2022 Kia Carnivals Recalled For Fuel Leaks Kia recalls 3,600 Carnival vehicles after owners reported fuel leaks from the fuel rails.

  

  Apr 30, 2021 — A Kia Carnival recall includes more than 3,600 vehicles which may be equipped with damaged plastic fuel rail tubes. The 2022 Kia Carnivals are at risk of fires if fuel leaks from the damaged tubes. The damage was caused by the supplier of the assembly jig for the fuel rail which wasn't properly adjusted. Kia received a complaint in April about fuel odors and a leak on a 2022 Carnival which was diagnosed by a dealer as a leaking fuel rail. The automaker ...

• Porsche Cayenne SUVs Recalled Over Steering Control Porsche Cayennes may have rear axle lock nuts that can break from corrosion.

  

  Apr 30, 2021 — Porsche is recalling 1,720 Cayenne SUVs at risk of going out of control from busted rear axle lock nuts. Recalled are the 2021 Porsche Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe and Cayenne GTS Coupe. Porsche says the problem is the lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle that may break due to stress corrosion. Corrosion could cause a loose threaded connection that can cause the suspension ...

• Chevy Bolt Recall Fix Announced GM says it's ready to repair 2017-2019 Bolt EV cars to prevent battery fires.

  

  Apr 29, 2021 — A Chevy Bolt recall fix has been announced for 2017-2019 electric vehicles (EVs) to prevent the batteries from catching fire, something that occurred to at least five Bolts. Two people claim they suffered smoke inhalation and one home caught fire, causing the automaker to warn Bolt owners in 2020 to park outside and away from anything that could burn. General Motors announced the Chevrolet Bolt recall in November 2020 which included nearly 51,000 Bolt EV cars ...

• Kia Forte Oil Pump Failures Cause Recall Kia Forte cars with 2-liter Nu MPI engines may suffer engine damage due to the oil pumps.

  

  Apr 26, 2021 — Kia is recalling more than 4,500 Forte cars equipped with 2-liter Nu MPI engines to replace the oil pans. The 2017-2018 Kia Forte cars may have problems with the oil pumps, a problem Kia learned about while investigating a different problem with the same engines that caused a recall of 167,000 Kia Soul and Seltos vehicles . The 2-liter Nu MPI engines in the Soul and Seltos vehicles involve the piston oil rings. But the Forte vehicles have issues with foreign ...

• Subaru Recalls 448,000 Crosstreks, Crosstrek Hybrids and Foresters Subaru rear stabilizer bracket bolts may detach and cause the brackets to shift.

  

  Apr 25, 2021 — Subaru is recalling nearly 448,000 model year 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid and 2019 Forester vehicles that could suffer stability issues. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach and allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift. The automaker received a report in February 2018 from outside the U.S. regarding noise from the rear of the vehicle. Subaru confirmed it was related to the rear stabilizer bracket bolts, causing ...

• GM Recalls Chevy Silverado 1500, Tahoe and GMC Sierra 1500 General Motors recalls trucks and SUVs for seat belt issues, some vehicles recalled for the 3rd time

  

  Apr 25, 2021 — General Motors is recalling more than 2,800 trucks and SUVs for problems with the driver's seat belts. Included in the recall are 2014-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have received the wrong replacement pretensioner cable assemblies as part of previous recall repairs. Those previous recalls occurred in 2016 for 1 million GM vehicles and in 2018 for 23,000 GM vehicles . GM says the ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Displays May Be Too Bright Mercedes-Benz recalls Sprinter vans after customers complained they couldn't adjust the displays.

  

  Apr 25, 2021 — Nearly 1,500 Mercedes Sprinter vans are recalled because the dashboard displays may appear to be too bright to drivers. The 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans have instrument cluster displays that may not be adjustable and could cause drivers problems, a violation of federal safety standards. Specifically, certain combinations of radios and instrument clusters can cause the problem due to software that can set the wrong brightness ...

• Kia Recalls Soul and Seltos Vehicles After Engine Fires Kia recalls 167,000 vehicles with engines that may catch fire from piston oil ring problems.

  

  Apr 25, 2021 — A Kia Nu MPI engine recall includes nearly 167,000 Soul and Seltos vehicles that may need their engines replaced due to problems with the piston oil rings. The 2-liter engines in 2020-2021 Soul and 2021 Seltos vehicles may have piston oil rings that weren't properly heat-treated, something that could cause damage to the Kia Nu MPI engines. Kia received a complaint from a Soul owner in December 2020 who said the engine made noise, seized and stalled. Kia ...

• Recall: Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza Vehicles May Stall Subaru recalls 519,000 vehicles a second time because of ignition coil problems.

  

  Apr 24, 2021 — Subaru is recalling more than 519,000 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles that could stall due to engine control module (ECM) and ignition coil problems. The 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza and 2018-2019 Crosstrek engine control modules may continue to power the ignition coils after the engines are shut off. If a short-circuit occurs, the vehicle could fail to start or could stall while driving. Subaru recalled more than 500,000 Crosstrek and Impreza vehicles in October ...

• Mercedes Wheel Arch Covers Could Detach From Fenders Mercedes-Benz recalls 2,500 GLB250 SUVs that could cause hazards to other drivers and their vehicles

  

  Apr 14, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 2,500 GLB250 SUVs to inspect the front fender wheel arch covers and possibly make corrections to the covers. Mercedes says 2020-2021 GLB-Class SUVs have wheel arch covers on the front fenders that might not have been installed according to specifications. The wheel arch cover may detach from the vehicle while driving, causing a road hazard to other drivers. The automaker opened investigations in July 2020 after a report of ...

• Toyota Venza Airbag Recall Involves 360,000 SUVs Toyota Venzas have shield curtain and side airbags that may fail due to broken wires.

  

  Apr 13, 2021 — A Toyota Venza airbag recall has been ordered for about 360,000 SUVs due to wires that may break in the doors. The 2009-2015 Toyota Venzas have sensors in the driver-side front doors that are connected to the airbag control units by electrical wires. The airbag warning light could illuminate and the sensor in the door could fail if one of the electrical wires breaks. That will disable the driver-side curtain shield airbags along with the side airbags, ...

• Mercedes Recalls B-Class, CLA-Class and GLA-Class Vehicles Mercedes-Benz recalls 5,000 vehicles that may have faulty steering shafts.

  

  Apr 12, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz drivers may be faced with serious steering control problems if they are driving 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA250 or AMG GLA45 vehicles. According to the automaker, about 5,000 of those vehicles are recalled because the universal joint bearings may separate. Mercedes-Benz says the steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may move around too much, causing a separation of the bearing and universal joint. The problem ...

• Infiniti Q50 and Q60 Cars Recalled After Crash Infiniti recalls 13,000 cars that may enter limp-mode due to software errors.

  

  Apr 11, 2021 — A recall of 2021 Infiniti Q50 and Q60 cars has been ordered because the engines may lose power as the cars enter limp-mode. Nearly 13,000 Infiniti cars are at risk of stalling if the fuel supply is reduced to the engines. The automaker says the cars may have been built with software problems regarding engine power and fuel supply to the engines after detecting rapid acceleration. "Upon detection of an excessive torque input, the ECM should shut off fuel ...

• Mercedes GLB35 AMG and GLB250 Spoliers May Detach Mercedes-Benz recalls 5,200 SUVs with side spoilers that may fly off from the tailgates.

  

  Apr 11, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 5,200 model year 2021 Mercedes GLB35 AMG and 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles with side spoilers on the tailgates that might not have been installed correctly. The side spoilers could detach and hit vehicles traveling behind the Mercedes vehicles. Even if the spoilers don't slam into other vehicles, they will still create dangerous road hazards. Mercedes launched investigations in July 2020 based on reports of side spoilers ...

• Mercedes Recalls C-Class, E-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class and G-Class Vehicles Mercedes recalls 12,300 vehicles that may have faulty front seat position switches.

  

  Apr 9, 2021 — A faulty front seat position switch has led to a recall of more than 12,300 of these Mercedes-Benz vehicles. 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC63 S 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG ...

• GM Recalls Chevy Camaros Over Steering Wheel Emblems General Motors says about 30 cars have 'Camaro' steering wheel emblems that may detach.

  

  Apr 8, 2021 — A Chevy Camaro recall for 30 cars includes 2017-2021 Camaros with plastic steering wheel airbag cover "Camaro" emblems that may fly off if the frontal driver airbag deploys. Chevrolet dealers will replace the frontal driver side airbag modules when the recall begins May 10, 2021. To learn if your car is recalled, contact Chevrolet at 800-222-1020 and ask about recall number ...

• BMW Fuel Leaks Cause Recall of 19 Vehicles BMW X3 and X4 vehicles need new fuel tanks to prevent fires.

  

  Apr 8, 2021 — BMW is recalling 19 model year 2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 and 2021 X4 xDrive30i vehicles because fuel tank welds may fail and allow fuel to leak. The inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank. Two of the recalled BMW vehicles are in Canada. BMW dealers will replace the fuel tanks when the recall begins May 17, 2021. BMW owners may contact customer service at ...

• Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs Recalled For Airbag Problems Hyundai recalls 10 vehicles with faulty occupant detection system modules.

  

  Apr 8, 2021 — Ten Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles are recalled because the front passenger airbags may not deactivate if child seats are in the passenger seats. The 2021 Santa Fe SUVs need the occupant detection system modules replaced once the recall begins May 14, 2021. Hyundai Santa Fe owners may contact Hyundai at 855-371-9460 and use recall number ...

• Chevy Colorados and GMC Canyons Recalled GM recalls 65,000 trucks to prevent them from losing power steering while driving.

  

  Apr 8, 2021 — General Motors says more than 65,000 model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks are recalled because electrical problems could cause the trucks to lose power steering. GM says problems were found with poor electrical connections inside the steering gear assemblies. The automaker says the trucks may lose power steering assist while driving or when starting the vehicles. The cause of the electrical problems is corrosion of the connectors, or ...

• Lincoln Aviators Recalled For Rearview Camera Problems More than 38,000 SUVs need software updates to keep the rearview video working.

  

  Apr 2, 2021 — Lincoln Aviator rearview camera problems have caused a recall of more than 38,400 SUVs with display screens that may not show the rearview video images. The government hasn't released details about the recall, but Lincoln says an image processing module may not provide a video signal when an Aviator driver shifts into REVERSE. Lincoln dealers will need to update the module software because the Aviator rearview cameras don't comply with federal safety ...

• Mazda B-Series Trucks Recalled For Driver Airbags Mazda recalls trucks with Takata driver's side airbags at risk of exploding.

  

  Mar 31, 2021 — Mazda is recalling more than 19,500 model year 2007-2009 B-Series pickup trucks with driver's side Takata airbag inflators that may explode. Mazda says the propellant may degrade due to long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and high temperatures. In the U.S., more than 5,800 Mazda trucks are recalled, and in Canada 13,719 trucks are recalled. The Mazda B-Series airbag recall is expected to begin May 9, 2021. Mazda dealers will replace the airbag ...

• Porsche Recalls Boxsters, Caymans and Spyders Porsche recalls 190 vehicles that have connecting rods that may crack and come loose.

  

  Mar 31, 2021 — Porsche has connecting rod problems in 190 model year 2021 Porsche Cayman GT4, Cayman GTS 4.0, 718 Spyder and Boxster GTS 4.0 vehicles. Porsche says the engine connecting rods may crack and loosen, possibly causing engine damage, a stall or an oil leak. The Porsche recall is expected to begin May 23, 2021, when dealerships will replace the connecting rods or possibly the engines. Owners may contact Porsche at 800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall ...

• Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Owners: Park Outside At least 4 battery fires cause recall of more than 11,000 GM Express and Savana vans.

  

  Mar 31, 2021 — Owners of 2021 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans equipped with 6.6L gasoline engines are warned to park the vans outside and away from anything that could burn. General Motors says the positive battery cable terminal may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short-circuit. GM says as of March 1, at least four fires have been reported involving the vans. In December 2020, General Motors found an issue with a dead battery in ...

• Honda Fuel Pump Recall Affects 708,000 Vehicles Acura and Honda vehicles in the U.S. and Canada may have defective fuel pump impellers.

  

  Mar 30, 2021 — A Honda fuel pump recall has been issued for more than 708,000 vehicles because the impellers in the pumps may be defective. The Acura and Honda fuel pumps may cause stalled engines or leave drivers with vehicles that refuse to start. Honda Fuel Pump Recall 2019-2020 Honda Accord 2019 Honda Accord Hybrid 2019 Honda Civic Coupe and Si Coupe 2019-2020 Honda Civic Hatchback 2019 Honda Civic Sedan and Si Sedan 2019 Honda Civic Type ...

• Audi Recalls A3, RS3 and S3 Vehicles For Airbag Failures Audi recalls more than 171,000 vehicles because of problems with the occupant detection systems.

  

  Mar 28, 2021 — Audi passenger airbags may deactivate even when occupants are in the passenger seats of more than 171,000 of these vehicles. 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan 2016-2018 Audi A3 Etron 2017-2020 Audi RS3 Sedan 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet According to Audi, the passenger occupant detection system may malfunction and turn off the passenger airbag. However, the automaker hasn't determined the root cause of the problem or what ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sunroof Problems Cause Recall About 17,000 Mercedes vehicles need repairs to prevent the panoramic sunroofs from detaching.

  

  Mar 27, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 17,000 vehicles for sunroof problems following a federal investigation into Mercedes-Benz C-Class panoramic sunroofs. The recall includes these Mercedes-Benz vehicles. 2017-2020 Mercedes C300 2017-2020 Mercedes C43 Coupe AMG 2017-2020 Mercedes C43 AMG 2015-2020 Mercedes C300 2015-2020 Mercedes GLA250 2016-2018 Mercedes C350e 2016-2018 Mercedes CLA45 Coupe AMG 2015 Mercedes C400 2015 Mercedes ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Brake Lights May Stay On 2019-2020 Sprinter vans may have brake-related bolt and washer problems.

  

  Mar 25, 2021 — A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van recall includes nearly 63,000 vehicles with brake lights that could stay on. The 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans may have retaining washers and bolts that connect the brake pedals to the bearing blocks that may come loose and detach. The brake lights will stay on without touching the brake pedal. A van driver may know there is a problem because the brake pedal will feel like it's moving in circles ...

• Nissan Recalls 2021 Rogue For Wrong Wheel Nuts Nissan recalls 21 SUVs to prevent the wheel assemblies from detaching from the Rogues.

  

  Mar 25, 2021 — A 2021 Nissan Rogue recall is necessary for 21 SUVs because the wrong wheel nuts were installed. This can cause the wheel to vibrate and break the wheel studs, causing the wheel assembly to separate from the Rogue. Nissan dealers will replace any incorrect wheel nuts when the recall begins May 7, 2021. Owners of 2021 Nissan Rogues may call 800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is ...

• BMW Recalls 430i and M440i 4-Series Convertibles Nearly 2,000 BMW vehicles have head-thorax airbags that may have trouble during deployment.

  

  Mar 24, 2021 — BMW is recalling 1,960 model year 2021 BMW 430i and BMW M440i 4-Series Convertibles that have head-thorax airbags that may not deploy as intended in side-impact crashes. In January, a side-impact pole test was conducted on a 2021 BMW 4-Series Convertible where the head-thorax airbag didn't deploy correctly. However, the test was performed outside the U.S. and BMW concluded US vehicles were not affected as the issue was thought to be primarily related to the ...

• Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC Vehicles Have Seat Belt Issues General Motors recalls 97,000 vehicles because the third-row seat belts may break.

  

  Mar 24, 2021 — General Motors has seat belt problems in more than 97,000 of these vehicles equipped with third-row seats. 2021 Cadillac Escalade 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021 GMC Yukon 2021 GMC Yukon XL 2021 Chevrolet Suburban 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe The problem occurred when the third-row seats were installed. GM says the third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the seat-folding mechanisms which can damage the seat ...

• Ram Truck Fire Recall Includes 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500 Nearly 20,000 Ram trucks recalled due to electrical shorts in the intake air heater relays.

  

  Mar 23, 2021 — A Ram truck fire recall has been issued for nearly 20,000 model year 2021 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis trucks equipped with 6.7L Cummins engines. Engine compartment fires are possible because of electrical shorts inside the intake air heater relays even if the trucks are turned off. And right now, the automaker isn't sure how it's going to fix the problem. Chrysler opened an investigation in February ...

• Kia Recalls 2021 Telluride, K5 and Forte To Protect Kids Kia recalls 141 vehicles because the front passenger airbags may deploy when they shouldn't.

  

  Mar 20, 2021 — Model year 2021 Kia Telluride, K5 and Forte vehicles may have problems with the occupant classification systems used to detect when children are in the front passenger seats. This could cause the front airbags to deploy when they shouldn't, namely when children are in the seats. The airbag may cause injuries even if the crash doesn't. The 142 recalled vehicles need their classification and detection systems replaced, but owners may call ...

• Recall: Jaguar F-Type Cars May Lose ABS and Stability Control Jaguar recalls 2,274 cars that may have problems running vehicle startup diagnostic checks.

  

  Mar 20, 2021 — A Jaguar F-Type recall includes 2,274 cars because of problems with the anti-lock brake systems (ABS) and stability control systems. The 2020 Jaguar F-Type cars may suffer from problems during the diagnostic check that runs during startup. The automaker says there is a limited amount of time for the process to run, but failures will disable the ABS and stability control systems until the car is restarted during the next drive cycle. An F-Type driver will ...

• Hyundai Genesis ABS Module Fire Recall: Park Outside Hyundai recalls nearly 100,000 Genesis vehicles after at least 5 car fires were reported.

  

  Mar 19, 2021 — A Hyundai Genesis anti-lock brake system (ABS) module recall has been announced to prevent fires in the 2015-2020 G80 vehicles and 2019-2021 G70 vehicles. Hyundai is warning owners to park outside and away from anything that could burn until the vehicles are repaired. Hyundai has issued multiple recalls for several models because of fires associated with the ABS modules. The Genesis recall is necessary because the modules can be affected by moisture and ...

• Nissan Murano Transverse Links Could Separate From Ball Joints Nissan recalls more than 16,600 Murano SUVs because of vehicle control dangers.

  

  Mar 19, 2021 — A Nissan Murano transverse link recall affects more than 16,600 SUVs in the U.S. to replace the transverse links and align the vehicles. The 2020 Nissan Muranos may have left-hand or right-hand transverse links that weren't manufactured properly. The link could separate from the ball joint and cause vehicle control problems. The recalled Nissan Muranos were built during a specific period between July 28, 2020, to September 16, 2020, in Canton, ...

• Faulty Tires Cause Honda Pilot and Passport Recall Tires could suddenly lose air from sidewall breaks or separated belts.

  

  Mar 19, 2021 — Honda is recalling 1,215 model year 2019-2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles because the tires could rupture and cause the vehicles to go out of control. The Passports and Pilots are equipped with Continental tires that may suddenly lose air if the belts separate or breaks occur in the sidewalls. Honda says the problem occurred when the tire company overcured the tires. To date no crashes or injuries have been reported. Honda says 1,093 Passports and Pilots ...

• BMW X5 and X7 Vehicles May Need New Headrests BMW recalls 300 vehicles after mistakes were made with the second-row seats.

  

  Mar 19, 2021 — BMW is recalling about 300 vehicles because the second-row outer seats may have the wrong headrests. Recalled are 2021 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5 xDrive45e, 2021 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i and XB7 vehicles. In the U.S. 258 BMW vehicles are recalled and in Canada about 40 need repairs. BMW dealers will replace the headrests once the recall begins May 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW at ...

• Ford Recalls 2020 Explorers and Lincoln Aviators Ford recalls small number of vehicles to prevent serious steering problems.

  

  Mar 19, 2021 — Ford is recalling about 50 model year 2020 Explorers and Lincoln Aviators because the rear lower control arm bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break. Ford dealers will replace both rear bolts when the recall begins March 29, 2021. Lincoln Aviator and Ford Explorer owners may call the automaker at 866-436-7332 and ask about recall number ...

• Audi Recalls A6, A7, RS6 and RS7 Over Airbag Problems Audi says the recalled vehicles have instrument panel covers that could interfere with the airbags.

  

  Mar 18, 2021 — An Audi recall of 3,700 vehicles will require dealerships to make repairs, but dealerships won't need to replace any components. According to Audi, the recall affects the following models. 2021 Audi RS6 Avant 2021 Audi RS7 2020-2021 Audi A6 Allroad 2020-2021 Audi S6 Sedan 2020-2021 Audi S7 2019-2021 Audi A6 Sedan 2019-2021 Audi A7 According to the automaker, the scoreline for the passenger airbag is the area where the airbag opens ...

• Nissan Tire Recall Includes Altima and Titan Nissan recalls nearly 127,000 Altima and Titan vehicles to look for overcured tires.

  

  Mar 17, 2021 — A Nissan tire recall affects about 128,000 Altima and Titan vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because a small number of tires may rupture while driving. Recalled are 2019-2020 Nissan Altima and 2018-2021 Nissan Titan vehicles equipped with Continental tires. Only a very small percentage of tires are affected, but Nissan had to recall 126,809 vehicles in the U.S. and 1,393 in Canada because the automaker doesn't know which vehicles were equipped with the ...

• VW Atlas Tire Recall Issued For 2,900 SUVs Volkswagen Atlas tires can rupture in the sidewalls and cause sudden drastic air loss.

  

  Mar 14, 2021 — A Volkswagen Atlas tire recall includes nearly 2,900 SUVs with tires that could fail while driving the 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. One or more tires on the Atlas may rupture in the sidewalls which will cause a sudden loss of air. VW also says the Atlas tire belts could separate and cause an increased risk of a crash. Volkswagen says the problem is caused by the supplier overcuring the tires, weakening the sidewalls and belts and causing a sudden loss of treads ...

• Mitsubishi Outlander Sports Recalled Over Crossmembers Mitsubishi recalls 15,300 Outlander Sports in salt-belt states to prevent corroded suspensions.

  

  Mar 13, 2021 — Mitsubishi Outlander Sports are recalled if they are located in areas where road salt can cause corrosion. Mitsubishi says 15,347 Outlander Sports may be affected by front crossmembers that corrode and cause the front lower control arms to detach. Mitsubishi says the inside and outside front crossmember rust protection wasn't working good enough in areas where salt and other anti-freezing agents was applied to the roads. The recalled 2013-2015 Mitsubishi ...

• Ford Recalls 2.9 Million Vehicles To Replace Takata Airbags Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles are equipped with calcium sulfate desiccant inflators.

  

  Mar 12, 2021 — Another Ford Takata airbag recall has been announced, this time for about 2.9 million vehicles with airbags equipped with calcium sulfate desiccant. About 2.6 million of these vehicles are recalled in the U.S., nearly 275,000 are recalled in Canada and another 46,000 Ford vehicles are recalled in Mexico. 2006-2012 Ford Fusion 2007-2010 Ford Edge 2007-2011 Ford Ranger 2006-2011 Mercury Milan 2006-2012 Lincoln Zephyr 2006-2012 Lincoln ...

• Ford Tire Recall Affects F-150, F-250, F-350, Escape Ford recalls 19,000 trucks and SUVs with tires that may blow out.

  

  Mar 12, 2021 — Ford has recalled 19,000 trucks and SUVs to replace the tires, most of those vehicles recalled in the U.S. 2018 Ford F-150 2018-2020 Ford F-250 2018-2020 Ford F-350 2019 Ford Escape Ford says the trucks and SUVs are equipped with Continental tires that were overcured, causing a condition where the sidewalls could rupture. The tires also have belts that could separate, both conditions causing a rapid and sudden loss of air. Ford says it's not ...

• Recall: Infiniti FX35 and FX45 Airbags May Tear Infiniti recalls 26,000 vehicles after a test showed an airbag tore from internal pressure.

  

  Mar 11, 2021 — An Infiniti FX35 and FX45 recall of more than 26,000 vehicles is necessary because the front passenger airbags may have been incorrectly folded. The 2006-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 front passenger airbags could tear when they deploy due to internal pressure because the airbag cushions weren't properly folded. The problem was found during a high-temperature test of the airbag module under pressure, but the inflator performed as intended. The supplier had ...

• Nissan Altimas Recalled Over Loss of Steering Nissan Altima tie-rod ball joint fasteners may fall off and cause the ball joints to separate.

  

  Mar 11, 2021 — Drivers of more than 2,400 Nissan Altimas may lose steering control if the tie-rod ball joints detach from the steering knuckles, something that can happen if the ball joint fasteners aren't tight enough. Drivers of 2020-2021 Nissan Altima cars may notice vibrations in the steering wheels, and if the tie-rod ball joints separate from the steering knuckles the cars will suddenly lose partial steering control. In December 2020 Nissan learned about a dealer ...

• Kia Cadenza and Sportage Owners Should Park Outside Kia engine fire recall is based on hydraulic electronic control unit short circuits.

  

  Mar 9, 2021 — A Kia engine fire recall has been issued for nearly 380,000 cars and SUVs even though the automaker says an "exact cause of [the] electrical short circuit condition is unknown." The Kia engine fire recall includes 2017-2021 Sportage SUVs and Cadenza cars with hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) electrical circuits that can short-circuit and cause engine compartment fires. However, Kia believes only 1% of the vehicles may be affected by the ...

• Lights Out: Nissan Sentra Recall For Brake Light Switch Nissan Sentra brake lights may fail and the cars may not start.

  

  Mar 9, 2021 — A Nissan Sentra recall for brake light failures includes more than 807,000 model year 2016-2019 Sentra cars with brake light switches that may become contaminated. According to recall documents, this can cause the circuit to close and prevent the brake lights from working. And Nissan says the cars may not start if the brake light switch malfunctions. Nissan believes 20.2% of the Sentra cars are affected by brake light failures, but the only way to find and ...

• Porsche Macan Passenger Airbags May Fail: Recall Porsche recalls nearly 40,000 SUVs to replace the passenger occupancy sensor mats.

  

  Mar 7, 2021 — Porsche Macan front passenger seat sensors may not detect when passengers are in the seats, causing Porsche to announce a recall of nearly 40,000 of these SUVs. 2017-2018 Porsche Macan 2017-2018 Porsche Macan Turbo Kits 2017-2018 Porsche Macan GTS 2015-2018 Porsche Macan S 2015-2018 Porsche Macan Turbo The Macan front passenger seat occupancy sensor mats are the problem because they can degrade and fail to detect front passenger seat ...

• Hyundai Kona Electric Battery Recall Includes 4,700 U.S. Vehicles LG Chem lithium-ion batteries allegedly have bad cells that can short-circuit and cause fires.

  

  Mar 6, 2021 — Hyundai Kona Electric battery problems are allegedly caused by cells that short-circuit and cause owners to dial 911. Hyundai announced what it believes is the root cause of battery fires as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a U.S. recall for nearly 4,700 model year 2019-2020 Kona Electric and 2020 Ioniq Electric vehicles. A separate recall in Canada includes about 3,500 Hyundai electric vehicles. Owners of those electric vehicles ...

• Ford Mustang Mach-E Already Has Problems Ford recalls Mustang Mach-E SUVs as thousands of customers wait for their new vehicles.

  

  Mar 5, 2021 — Ford is recalling its electric Mustang Mach-E SUVs for loose subframe bolts as thousands of customers wait for delivery of their Mach-E SUVs. The Ford Mustang Mach-E recall affects more than 1,300 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada, but Ford says less than 75 owners have taken delivery of their model year 2021 SUVs. About 1,258 recalled Mustang Mach-E SUVs in the U.S. and all 90 in Canada will be repaired before they are delivered to customers. Ford says it found ...

• Volvo XC40 Recharge Recall To Prevent Stalling Volvo says 2021-2022 XC40 SUVs may have high-voltage electrical systems that suddenly disconnect.

  

  Mar 2, 2021 — A Volvo XC40 Recharge recall has been issued for the U.S. and Canada after the automaker learned the SUV can suddenly stall while driving. Volvo said errors made by the supplier, Lear Automatic Electronics, can cause the 2021-2022 XC40 Recharge SUVs to lose their drive power. The problem is the battery energy control module microprocessor that can reset and cause the high-voltage electrical system to disconnect. The affected SUVs include those from the ...

• Jaguar Land Rover Auto High-Beam Troubles Cause Recall Nearly 27,000 Land Rover Range Rover, Discovery and Jaguar F-Pace have headlight telltale issues.

  

  Mar 2, 2021 — A Land Rover Auto High-Beam headlight recall will require dealerships to update software because the systems don't indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. The Jaguar Land Rover recall includes nearly 27,000 of these vehicles. 2018-2020 Land Rover Range Rover 2018-2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2018-2020 Land Rover Discovery 2018-2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2019-2020 Jaguar ...

• Recall: BMW Has Rearview Camera Image Issues Again BMW recalls nearly 14,000 vehicles because the camera images may be partly blocked or missing.

  

  Mar 1, 2021 — BMW has rearview camera image issues again after the automaker issued a similar recall in November 2020. This time nearly 14,000 of these BMW vehicles are recalled because the screen images may partly or completely disappear. 2019-2021 BMW X3 sDrive30i 2019-2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i 2019-2021 BMW X3 M40i 2019-2021 BMW X3M 2019-2021 BMW X4 xDrive30i 2019-2021 BMW X4 M40i 2019-2021 BMW M550i 2019-2021 BMW X4M 2019-2021 BMW X5 ...

• Continental Tire Recall Ordered For Overcured Tires Continental, General and Barum brand tires were sold as both original and replacement tires.

  

  Feb 27, 2021 — A Continental Tire recall includes more than 98,000 Continental, General and Barum brand tires because the sidewalls may break which results in a sudden loss of air. Additionally, the tire belt edges may separate and lead to a loss of treads or belts, causing complete tire failures because the tires were overcured. The Continental Tire recall includes these tires: CONTINENTAL CONTISPORTCONTACT 5 255/45 R 20 101W CONTINENTAL CONTIPROCONTACT SSR 245/45 ...

• BMW Recalls 228i and M235i For Sunroof Problems More than 15,500 BMW vehicles have issues with the software coding for the sunroofs.

  

  Feb 26, 2021 — BMW has sunroof problems with 2020-2021 BMW 228i, 228i xDrive and M235i xDrive vehicles, more than 15,500 of them. If a driver begins the automatic closure of the sunroof and if the ignition key is being changed to "OFF" or "LOCK," the sunroof may continue to close. In December 2020 BMW learned about a potential problem with how the sunroofs operated, leading engineers to determine the sunroof software for the 2-Series Gran Coupes may have been ...

• Cooper Tire Recall Issued Over Sidewall Separations Cooper Tire recall affects about 460,000 tires to prevent sidewall bulges and separations.

  

  Feb 26, 2021 — A Cooper Tire recall for about 460,000 tires is necessary because the sidewalls may develop bulges and separate, quickly deflating the tires. The Cooper Tire recall includes these Discoverer, Evolution, Courser, Deegan, Adventurer, Hercules, Back Country, Multi-Mile Wild Country and Big O brand tires. Discoverer AT3 4S WL1-46G-FY84 COOPER 275/65R18 Discoverer A/T3 WL1-32Y-FY84 COOPER 275/65R18 Evolution H/T WL1-37M-FY84 COOPER 275/65R18 Courser ...

• Mazda CX-30 Power Liftgate Recall For 17,600 SUVs Mazda CX-30 SUV power liftgates may not hold up when parked facing uphill.

  

  Feb 25, 2021 — A Mazda CX-30 power liftgate recall has been issued for nearly 17,600 SUVs because the liftgates may not stay open. About 3,600 of those CX-30 SUVs are recalled in Canada. The 2020-2021 CX-30 liftgates have trouble staying fully opened when the vehicles are parked uphill on a slope. However, Mazda says there is no risk of the power liftgate suddenly and unexpectedly falling completely. Mazda first learned about a possible problem with the CX-30 liftgates in ...

• Hyundai Kona Electric Battery Recall Follows Fires Hyundai recall will replace the lithium-ion batteries used in Konas, Ioniqs and Elec City buses.

  

  Feb 24, 2021 — A Hyundai Kona Electric battery recall will be issued for more than 75,600 vehicles worldwide following at least 16 battery fires. Hyundai says it will need to replace the lithium-ion batteries manufactured by LG Energy Solution. The Hyundai Kona Electric battery recall, expected to cost $900 million, will also include two other models equipped with LG batteries, including Ioniq Electric vehicles and Elec City buses. This brings the total number of recalled ...

• Ford Recalls F-Series Trucks For Windshields That Detach About 99,000 Ford F-150 and Super Duty trucks may have windshield and label problems.

  

  Feb 22, 2021 — More than 87,000 Ford F-150 and Ford Super Duty trucks may have windshields that can fall off the trucks in the event of crash impacts, greatly increasing the risk of injuries to occupants. Included in the recall are 2021 Ford F-150 trucks built in Michigan from October 27, 2020, to February 3, 2021, and 2020-2021 Ford Super Duty trucks manufactured in Kentucky between October 13, 2020, to January 23, 2021. According to Ford, the truck windshields weren't ...

• 2020 Ford F-350 Trucks Recalled Over Incorrect Labels Trucks have 6.7L diesel, single rear wheels, 4X4 Crew Cab, long box, and 12k or 12.4k gross weight.

  

  Feb 22, 2021 — A 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty label recall has been ordered for trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines, single rear wheels, 4X4 Crew Cab, Long Box and 12k or 12.4k gross vehicle weight ratings. The recall includes 9,979 Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks in the U.S. and 1,750 in Canada, all built in Kentucky between May 13, 2019, to September 19, 2020. Ford says the F-350 trucks have overstated payload capacity information on the tire and loading information ...

• Recall: Audi Q7 Airbags May Injure Children Nearly 30,000 Audi Q7s may have problems with the front passenger airbags.

  

  Feb 21, 2021 — Nearly 30,000 Audi Q7 SUVs are recalled to remove risks to child passengers from the airbags. The 2020-2021 Audi Q7s have front passenger airbags that deploy their second stages too quickly after the first stages. Audi was performing crash tests using a test dummy as a 6-year-old not wearing a seat belt in the front passenger seat. But the test showed a small chance of problems with injuries to the neck. "'Normalized neck injury criteria' (Nij) of 1,01 ...

• Mercedes Recalls GLE-Class and GLS-Class Vehicles Making sharp turns may cause the electronic stability to apply torque to one front wheel.

  

  Feb 20, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2020-2021 Mercedes GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580 and GLS580 vehicles because certain evasive maneuvers can cause the vehicles to pull to one side. The problem in nearly 42,000 vehicles is the electronic stability program software that may apply torque to one of the front wheels. Mercedes says a driving maneuver that requires a very fast change of direction is what can apply torque to one front wheel and force the vehicle ...

• Ford Recalls 154,000 Vehicles To Replace Takata Inflators Ford vehicles, mostly Ranger trucks, were previously recalled over explosive Takata airbags.

  

  Feb 19, 2021 — A Ford Takata airbag inflator recall for more than 154,000 vehicles has been announced for vehicles that were previously recalled for the same problem. Ford says the vehicles may have had obsolete Takata parts installed during collision and theft repairs after the original Takata recall repairs were completed. Certain airbag modules weren't removed from stock and Ford couldn't account for some of the outdated parts. One part of the Takata recall includes ...

• Lexus RX 350 SUVs Recalled To Remove Transport Hooks Lexus recalls 1,000 vehicles with marine transport hooks that may still be attached to the SUVs.

  

  Feb 19, 2021 — A Lexus recall involves more than 1,000 model year 2019 Lexus RX 350 and 2021 RX 350 vehicles that may still have their transport hooks that should have been removed. The transport hook attached to the left rear corner of each of the subject vehicles is used during marine transport. But it was supposed to be removed before the Lexus vehicles were sold. The fuel filler pipe could become damaged and cause a fire if a vehicle with this transport hook is involved ...

• Seat Bolt Recall Affects Volkswagen Jettas and Tiguans Nearly 90 vehicles have seats that may move forward and backward.

  

  Feb 19, 2021 — Nearly 90 model year 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan Long Wheelbase and Jetta vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and Canada because the bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks. The seats can move forward and backward without the bolts mounted in the seats. VW dealerships will install any missing seat bolts when the recall begins April 2, 2021. Owners may call 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is ...

• BMW Recalls 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 740Li xDrive BMW vehicles have output shafts that may break.

  

  Feb 19, 2021 — BMW is recalling 28 model year 2020-2021 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive and 2021 740Li xDrive vehicles in the U.S. and three vehicles in Canada because the left and right output shafts may break. The output shafts transfer power from the driveshaft to the rear wheels, but mistakes with heat treatment may cause the shafts to fracture. A vehicle will lose motive power and could roll away if a shaft breaks. BMW dealers will replace the output shafts when the recall ...

• BMW Recall Issued For Loss of Anti-Lock Braking BMW recalls 900 vehicles that need new braking systems.

  

  Feb 19, 2021 — These BMW vehicles are recalled because they may lose their anti-lock braking systems and braking assist. 2020-2021 BMW 8 Series Coupe 2020-2021 BMW Grand Coupe and Convertible 840i 2020-2021 BMW 840i xDrive 2020-2021 BMW M850i xDrive 2020-2021 BMW M8 2020-2021 BMW 740 Li xDrive 2020-2021 BMW 750 Li xDrive 2020-2021 BMW M760 Li xDrive 2020-2021 BMW X6 sDrive40i 2020-2021 BMW X6 xDrive40i 2020-2021 BMW X6 ...

• Nissan Rogue Fuel Leak Problems Cause Recall Nissan recalls 2,146 Rogue SUVs that may have loose fuel lines that can leak fuel, cause fires.

  

  Feb 19, 2021 — A Nissan Rogue recall is necessary to prevent fires caused by fuel leaks from improperly secured fuel hoses. The 2.146 model year 2021 Nissan Rogue SUVs were built in Tennessee from September 24, 2020, through November 11, 2020. Nissan conducted manual checks to confirm how the fuel pumps were working and technicians had to remove the fuel lines at the tanks and the fuel tank sending unit lock rings. But mistakes were made when reinstalling the fuel lines ...

• 2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT Drivers May Lose The Brakes Stellantis recalls 24 new Ram trucks with brake pedals that may separate from the braking systems.

  

  Feb 18, 2021 — Stellantis (Chrysler) is recalling 24 model year 2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks built without the retaining clips that secure the master cylinder push rods to the brake pedals. This can cause the brake pedals to separate from the braking systems and make applying the brakes useless. Stellantis dealers will install the push rod clips, but until then Ram owners shouldn't drive their trucks. Ram 1500 Classic SLT owners with questions should call 800-853-1403 ...

• Ford Recalls Vehicles With Rear Axles That May Lock Recall affects Ford Bronco Sport, Escape, Edge, Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair.

  

  Feb 18, 2021 — Ford has recalled nearly 180 model year 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape, and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. Ford says the rear drive axles may lock because an inadequate amount of lubricant is in the rear drive units. In Canada 33 vehicles are affected by the recall. Ford dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant levels and axles found to have lubricant at the minimum levels will be filled to the full ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls A220, A35 AMG and CLA250 More than 200 vehicles recalled for problems with the child seat anchoring systems.

  

  Feb 18, 2021 — A Mercedes-Benz recall of 231 vehicles has been issued because the child seat anchoring systems may be missing the right-side anchoring bars from the brackets on the right rear seats. The 2021 Mercedes A220, A35 AMG and CLA250 vehicles will have the brackets replaced when the recall begins March 30, 2021. Mercedes owners may contact the automaker at ...

• Ford Bronco Sports Recalled For Suspension Problems Ford recalls 1,660 Bronco Sports with rear suspension modules that may not be secure.

  

  Feb 18, 2021 — Ford is recalling 2021 Ford Bronco Sports because the rear suspension modules may not be secured to the subframes. More than 1,660 Bronco Sports are recalled after the automaker learned the bolts for the suspension modules may be missing or loose. Rear suspension modules with loose or missing bolts may affect the vehicle’s stability and cause rear-end crash dangers beyond what occupants should experience. This 2021 Ford Bronco Sport recall affects 1,640 ...

• Mercedes GLE350 and GLE450 Backup Lights Stay On Mercedes-Benz recalls 8,200 vehicles because of mistakes made by the tail light supplier.

  

  Feb 14, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 8,200 model year 2020 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles because of problems with the REVERSE lights. The lighting control unit may malfunction and cause the left exterior REVERSE light to remain illuminated after the transmission is shifted into a different gear. Mercedes says vibrations can affect the left rear tail light control unit and shifting out of REVERSE won't turn off the backup light. Mercedes blames the supplier for ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 Vans May Lose Stability Control Mercedes recalls 52,600 Sprinter vans that need new wheel sensors on the rear wheels.

  

  Feb 14, 2021 — Model year 2012-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 and Freightliner Sprinter 3500 vans have electronic stability control units that may deactivate and leave drivers without the features. About 52,600 vans upfitted into campers or RVs are recalled in the U.S. and Canada. If a driver loses stability control, warning lights and messages will activate in the instrument panels and the driver may have trouble controlling the van in certain driving situations. The ...

• Mercedes eCall Recall Affects Nearly 1.4 Million Vehicles Mercedes-Benz eCall emergency system may provide incorrect location data in a crash.

  

  Feb 13, 2021 — A Mercedes-Benz eCall recall includes nearly 1.4 million vehicles that may fail to provide the correct locations of vehicles in emergencies. The Mercedes eCall recall includes these models in the U.S. 2016-2020 Mercedes-Benz Metris 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz ...

• GM Takata Airbag Recall Includes 6 Million Vehicles Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles need new front passenger airbag inflators.

  

  Feb 9, 2021 — General Motors is recalling nearly 6 million vehicles to replace Takata front passenger airbag inflators at risk of exploding. The inflators contain ammonium nitrate that may become unstable when exposed to moisture, high absolute humidity and high temperatures. GM tried to convince the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) no recalls were necessary by filing four petitions seeking federal approval to skip the recalls that may cost the ...

• Mercedes Recalls C300, AMG C43 and AMG C63 Mercedes recalls 24,500 vehicles to repair problems with how the seat belts retract.

  

  Feb 6, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 24,500 vehicles because the front seat belts may not fully retract when not in use. Recalled are 2017-2021 Mercedes C300, 2017-2020 AMG C43 and Mercedes AMG C63 vehicles. The seat belts function properly, but according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: "If the seat belt does not fully retract, the occupant may find the operation of the seat belt inconvenient and not wear it, increasing the risk of ...

• Jeep Clutch Pressure Plates Causing Fires STELLANTIS recalls 47,200 Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators to prevent pressure plates from breaking.

  

  Feb 4, 2021 — Jeep clutch pressure plate fires have caused a recall of more than 47,200 model year 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The recall was ordered by STELLANTIS, formally known as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, formally known as Chrysler Group, formally known as Chrysler LLC, formally known as DaimlerChrysler. It's the second Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler recall issued in less than a year because the ...

• BMW X5, X6 and X7 Vehicles Recalled BMW recalls 21 vehicles for problems related to the steering column shafts.

  

  Feb 4, 2021 — A BMW steering column shaft universal joint recall for 21 vehicles has been ordered because the joint connections may not have been tightened to specifications. Recalled are 2021 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i and X7 M50i vehicles. BMW dealers will replace the joint bolts, or it's possible dealers will replace the steering column shafts and universal joints. The BMW recall is expected to begin ...

• VW Atlas Steering Knuckle Recall Issued Twice Volkswagen recalls 10,300 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs at risk of losing control.

  

  Feb 3, 2021 — A Volkswagen Atlas steering knuckle recall includes more than 10,300 SUVs at risk of losing control if the steering knuckles break. The 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport recall follows a steering knuckle recall in November 2020. But VW found a certain batch of parts may have been affected by the faulty parts that caused the previous Atlas recall . In October 2020, the steering knuckle supplier contacted VW about two parts that failed when the strut ...

• Infiniti QX50 SUVs May Have Illegible Tire Information Infiniti recalls 8,300 QX50 SUVs with tire and loading label text that may be missing.

  

  Feb 2, 2021 — An Infiniti QX50 recall has been issued because an owner may not be able to read the text on the tire and loading information label. Infiniti says nearly 8,300 model year 2020 QX50 SUVs are recalled so that dealers can inspect and possibly replace the tire placards. The labels are supposed to include black text with information about correct tire size and loading capacity. Infiniti discovered the problem during a routine QX50 audit when employees had trouble ...

• Subaru Recalls 2021 Outback and Impreza Subaru transmission gear shifter cable nuts may not be tight enough.

  

  Feb 2, 2021 — Subaru is recalling about 400 model year 2021 Outback and Impreza vehicles because the continuously variable transmission (CVT) gear shifter cable nuts may not have been tightened properly. A loose nut can cause problems when using the gear shifter. The U.S. recall includes 383 Outback and Impreza vehicles, while a separate recall in Canada includes nine Impreza vehicles. The Subaru recall is expected to begin February 19, 2021. Dealerships will make sure ...

• Tesla Recall For Touchscreens Issued After Feds Intervene About 144,000 Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles have touchscreens that may fail.

  

  Feb 2, 2021 — A Tesla recall for touchscreen failures has been ordered for nearly 144,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, including 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Tesla Model X vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into touchscreen failures in 2012-2015 Model S cars in June 2020. Tesla responded by sending NHTSA documentation showing touchscreen complaints, repair invoices and all information about eMMC flash ...

• Recall: Nissan Pathfinder Brake Lights Stay On Nissan recalls 354,000 SUVs, many recalled 5 years ago, because of brake light switch problems.

  

  Jan 28, 2021 — A recall has been issued because Nissan Pathfinder brake lights stay on when they should be off. More than 354,000 model year 2013-2015 Nissan Pathfinders are recalled worldwide to prevent the brake lights from staying on, with more than 267,000 SUVs recalled in the U.S. and about 30,000 Pathfinders recalled in Canada. The Pathfinder brake lights stay on due to the location of the brake light switch which may cause the switch relay to constantly open and ...

• Ford Recalls Explorer Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviator Ford recalls 286 SUVs that were shipped with the wrong windshield washer fluid.

  

  Jan 24, 2021 — Ford is recalling 286 model year 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor and Lincoln Aviator SUVs because they were shipped with contaminated windshield washer fluid. The U.S. recall includes 283 SUVs, and in Canada three vehicles are recalled. The Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles were built from May 26 to 30, 2020, and the Lincoln Aviator SUVs were manufactured between May 28 and June 2, 2020. Ford dealers will flush the windshield washer system and ...

• Volvo Recall Includes V60, V90, XC60 and XC90 Vehicles Volvo SRS control units may detach and cause failures of several safety systems.

  

  Jan 9, 2021 — Volvo supplementary restraint system (SRS) control unit problems have caused a recall of nearly 2,900 model year 2021 Volvo V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC60 and XC90 vehicles. Several systems may fail if the SRS control units were not properly attached to the vehicles, including the airbags, seat belts and high voltage battery disconnect systems. The loose control unit may detach in a crash and leave occupants unprotected when the safety ...

• Hyundai Tucson ABS Recall Affects 797,000 SUVs Hyundai believes switching to lower amperage fuses may prevent Tucson fires.

  

  Jan 7, 2021 — A Hyundai Tucson ABS recall includes nearly 797,000 SUVs that shouldn't be parked near anything that could burn, at least not until the 40-amp ABS module fuses are replaced with 25-amp versions. The 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson ABS (anti-lock braking system) recall is necessary because the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) may corrode and cause an electrical short-circuit and an engine compartment fire. The 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson ABS recall affects ...

• Cadillac, Chevy and GMC Vehicles Recalled For Seat Belts General Motors recalls 470 vehicles that may have the wrong seat belt bolts.

  

  Jan 2, 2021 —  General Motors is recalling 470 of these vehicles because of problems with the seat belts. 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2021 Cadillac Escalade 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021 Chevrolet Blazer 2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2021 Chevrolet Colorado 2021 Chevrolet Equinox 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2021 Chevrolet 2500 2021 Chevrolet 3500 2021 Chevrolet Suburban 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 2021 GMC Canyon 2021 GMC Sierra ...

• Mercedes Recalls Sprinter Vans Over Brake Fluid Leaks More than 9,000 Sprinter vans recalled if they are equipped with electric parking brakes.

  

  Jan 1, 2021 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 9,000 model year 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans equipped with electric parking brakes. The rear brake calipers may leak brake fluid into the housing of the electric parking brake connected to the rear axle service brake system, allowing air to enter the hydraulic brake system. Air in the brake system will cause the brake pedal to feel soft. Mercedes hasn't figured out how to repair the ...

• Chevy Bolt Recall: Brake Calipers May Break General Motors recalls 460 electric cars with front left brake calipers that may be too weak.

  

  Jan 1, 2021 — A Chevrolet Bolt EV recall for more than 460 cars is necessary because the 2020 Bolts may have front left brake calipers that weren't cast properly. General Motors says the left brake calipers can break in high-pressure braking events. Brake fluid may be lost if the caliper fractures, causing a sudden loss of braking. Chevy dealers will inspect the casting lot numbers on the front left brake calipers and replace them if necessary once the Bolt recall begins ...

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