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• Hyundai Kona Electric Vehicles May Suddenly Lose Power The electric Kona vehicles could lose all motive power or could completely stall.

  

  Dec 25, 2022 — Hyundai Kona electric vehicles may lose drive power if the electric power control units suffer from internal coolant leaks. Hyundai says the 2021 Kona EVs may have control units that were not properly sealed. "Hyundai has confirmed 3 unique incidents reporting a loss of motive power in the U.S. received from January 2, 2021, through July 6, 2021, in the U.S. There are no confirmed crashes or injuries related to this condition." — Hyundai Recall ...

• Ford Recalls 2021-2022 Broncos to Inspect Impact Sensors Ford says left or right side impact crash sensors may not be secured properly.

  

  Dec 23, 2022 — A Ford Bronco recall involves more than 1,200 model year 2021-2022 Broncos that may have right or left side impact sensors that may be loose. A loose side impact sensor may not detect a side crash impact to the vehicle which can cause problems when the airbags deploy. Ford opened an internal investigation in May based on a report of a left-hand side impact sensor that wasn't attached properly on a 2021 Bronco. The customer had brought the Bronco to a dealer ...

• GM May Repurchase 2022-2023 Chevy Malibu Cars GM recalls 2,100 Malibu cars because mistakes may have been made when welding the impact bars.

  

  Dec 23, 2022 — Owners of 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu cars will soon learn if General Motors needs to repurchase their vehicles due to serious problems with the frames. A recall of more than 2,100 Malibu cars has been announced because the front impact bars may not be properly welded to the front frame rails. The front impact bar is a structural portion of the Malibu frame that will be weakened if the welds aren't secure. The faulty welds could be located on the right side, ...

• Ford Recalls E-350, E-450 and F-59 Vehicles to Replace Fuel Tanks Ford recalls 11,000 vehicles because peeling paint on the fuel tanks may lead to corrosion.

  

  Dec 22, 2022 — Ford is recalling more than 11,000 model year 2022-2023 Ford E-350, E-450 and 2021-2022 Ford F-59 vehicles because of fuel leaks from the fuel tanks. Ford says the paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and allow the exposed metal to corrode and leak fuel. Fuel that leaks onto a hot ignition source can lead to a fire. Ford opened an investigation in March to learn more about peeling paint along the weld seams on 2022 E-Series fuel tanks. ...

• Chevy Bolt EV Recall To Prevent Carpet Fires GM recalls 140,000 Bolt EV cars to prevent seat belt pretensioners from igniting carpet fibers.

  

  Dec 20, 2022 — A Chevrolet Bolt EV recall involves about 140,000 cars to prevent the carpets from catching fire after crash impacts. The 2017-2023 Chevy Bolt EV cars are equipped with seat belt pretensioners that quickly tighten the seat belts against occupants in crashes. But General Motors says three incidents occurred that showed the Bolt floor carpet can catch fire after the seat belt pretensioners deploy. GM says the condition is "rare" but can cause the fibers of ...

• Urgent Recall Warning After Chrysler Driver Killed by Airbag 2010 Chrysler 300 driver allegedly warned repeatedly about need to replace Takata inflator.

  

  Dec 19, 2022 — A Chrysler 300 driver death from a Takata airbag has been confirmed by Fiat Chrysler and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The automaker is again warning owners of 2005-2010 cars to get their vehicles repaired if the Takata airbag inflators were recalled but never replaced. Included in the latest warning are these models equipped with defective Takata airbags that have not been used in production since 2016. 2005-2010 Dodge ...

• Kia Forte Steering Knuckle Recall Issued After Worker Mistakes Worker makes mistakes with the casting process and creates Forte steering dangers.

  

  Dec 18, 2022 — A 2023 Kia Forte steering knuckle recall involves more than 2,100 cars in the U.S. and Canada to prevent drivers from losing steering control. The recalled 2023 Kia Forte cars may have suffered from manufacturing mistakes that cause the front left steering knuckles to crack. In October, Kia Mexico discovered the front left steering knuckle for a 2023 Kia Forte broke during assembly at its plant. Kia and the supplier investigated why the steering knuckle ...

• GM Recall Expanded Over Daytime Running Lights GM recalls 825,000 Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles that need updated software.

  

  Dec 18, 2022 — A GM daytime running lights recall involves more than 825,000 Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. The General Motors recall is an expansion of a November daytime running lights recall. According to GM, these vehicles may have daytime running lights that do not turn off when the headlights are on. 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 2020-2023 Cadillac CT5 2021-2023 Buick Envision 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade 2022-2023 ...

• Ram Tailgate Recall Involves 1.4 Million Trucks 2019-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks need checked for misaligned tailgate strikers.

  

  Dec 13, 2022 — A Ram tailgate recall involves more than 1.4 million Ram trucks equipped with tailgates that may not latch correctly because the tailgate strikers may be misaligned. This can cause a tailgate to suddenly open while driving and allow unsecured cargo to fall out. Stellantis (Fiat Chrysler) advises Ram customers to follow the owner's manuals and make sure items in the truck beds are secured. The Ram tailgate recall involves 2019-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500 and Ram ...

• Subaru Ascent Owners Warned to Park Outside Subaru recalls more than 270,000 Ascents that may have loose heater bolts.

  

  Dec 12, 2022 — A Subaru Ascent recall involves more than 270,000 SUVs that are at a higher fire risk until they are repaired. Subaru had this to say to owners of 2019-2022 Subaru Ascents: "Until the inspection and repair is completed by an authorized Subaru dealer, customers are being advised to park their vehicle away from garages, car ports, or other structures, and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running." According to the automaker, the ...

• Ford Driveshaft Recall Affects F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty Trucks Ford recalls 18,000 Super Duty trucks equipped with 176" wheelbases.

  

  Dec 10, 2022 — A Ford truck driveshaft recall includes 2017-2018 Ford F-250, Ford F-350 and Ford F-450 Super Duty trucks equipped with driveshafts that may break. A busted driveshaft will allow the truck to roll away and the truck will also lose the ability to move forward. It's also possible other components may be damaged by the fractured driveshafts. Ford says a radial damper inside the driveshaft may move out of position over time which can cause an imbalance of the ...

• Honda Accord Driver Killed by Takata Airbag in Kentucky Bowling Green, Kentucky 2002 Honda Accord driver killed by exploding Takata inflator.

  

  Dec 10, 2022 — Another Honda exploding Takata airbag has killed the driver of a 2002 Honda Accord involved in a February 2022 crash in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Honda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration confirmed the Takata airbag inflator ruptured, bringing to 17 the number of U.S. deaths caused by Takata airbags in Honda vehicles. In addition to the 17 fatalities, Honda has confirmed more than 200 U.S. injuries caused by Takata airbags. Honda and NHTSA ...

• FCA Recalls Dodge Chargers and Dodge Durangos Chrysler recalls 5,800 vehicles with gear shifters that may not stay in the DRIVE positions.

  

  Dec 9, 2022 — A Fiat Chrysler (FCA) gear shifter recall affects more than 5,800 model year 2022 Dodge Charger and Dodge Durango vehicles equipped with shifter assemblies that were not properly heat-treated. The mistakes can prevent the gear shifter from correctly engaging the DRIVE position and could cause the shifter to move out of position. A Chrysler driver may notice a bent or misaligned shifter lever or difficulty selecting gears. The Dodge vehicles were built ...

• Cadillac XT4 Backup Camera Failures Cause Recall General Motors recalls 10,000 SUVs equipped with Surround Vision features.

  

  Dec 7, 2022 — Cadillac XT4 rearview camera failures have caused a recall of more than 10,000 SUVs equipped with optional Surround Vision features. Recalled are 2019-2020 Cadillac XT4 vehicles with video processing modules (VPM) that may lose communication with the rearview cameras. This will cause the rearview camera image to fail. GM opened an investigation in August following backup camera failures in 2020 Cadillac XT4 SUVs. The automaker found increased warranty ...

• GM Recalls Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 HD Trucks General Motors says hex flange nuts may break and cause steering problems.

  

  Dec 4, 2022 — A Chevrolet Silverado recall involves about 6,000 model year 2021-2022 Chevrolet 4500 HD, 5500 HD and 6500 HD trucks at risk of steering control problems. The hex flange lock nuts in the suspension and steering joints were not heat treated and formed properly and may break, causing a loss of tension. On November 18, Navistar informed GM that it was investigating a quality issue in certain hex flange lock nuts used in 2021-2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado ...

• Kia Sportage Airbag Problems Lead to Recall of 77,000 SUVs Kia side curtain airbags were twisted during assembly and may not deploy properly.

  

  Dec 4, 2022 — Kia side curtain airbag problems have caused a recall of about 77,000 model year 2023 Kia Sportage vehicles. Kia engineers were at a test of a 2023 Kia Sportage in Georgia when the driver's side curtain airbag did not deploy properly, but engineers couldn't determine what caused the problem. Kia performed a search of 2023 Sportage data but found no airbag issues. Kia believes the side curtain airbag failed due to worker errors when the airbags were twisted ...

• Jeep Wrangler 4xe Recall Says SUVs Suddenly Shut Down Fiat Chrysler recalls 63,000 Wrangler hybrids following two crashes and one injury.

  

  Dec 3, 2022 — A Jeep Wrangler 4xe recall has been announced because the 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe SUVs can stall and shut down. The 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are equipped with 2-liter engines. According to Fiat Chrysler (FCA), the Jeep recall of 63,000 vehicles follows, "112 customer assistance records, 196 warranty claims, and 65 field reports potentially related to this issue for all markets with dates of receipt ranging from December 17, 2020, ...

• Nissan Rogue Recall Announced Over Fire Risk From Connectors Nissan recalls 125,000 model year 2017 Rogues to protect wiring harness connectors from corrosion.

  

  Dec 1, 2022 — A Nissan Rogue recall involves more than 125,000 model year 2017 Rogues that could possibly catch fire from corroded harness connectors. Nissan recalled 2014-2016 Rogues in January after reports of corroded harness connectors in the U.S. and Canada. Nissan said the 2014-2016 Rogues could collect water and salt in the driver's foot wells and wick up the harness tape into the connectors. Nissan didn't think 2017 Rogues were affected because the tape was ...

• Audi Gateway Control Module Recall Affects 50,000 Vehicles Liquid spilled in rear seats can cause the modules to short-circuit and switch off.

  

  Nov 30, 2022 — An Audi gateway control module recall involves more than 50,000 of these vehicles with modules that can shut down if liquid reaches the modules. 2020-2022 Audi S7 2020-2022 Audi S6 Sedan 2020-2022 Audi A6 allroad 2021-2022 Audi RS7 2021-2022 Audi RS6 Avant 2019-2022 Audi A7 2019-2022 Audi A6 Sedan The Audi gateway control module is located under the rear middle seat, but spilled liquid that reaches the module can cause the module ...

• Honda Ridgeline Trucks Recalled Over Backup Camera Failures Honda recalls more than 117,000 Ridgelines because the tailgates can break wiring.

  

  Nov 29, 2022 — A Honda Ridgeline rearview camera recall has been announced because the tailgates may break the backup camera wiring harnesses on more than 117,000 trucks. The rearview camera recall involves 2017-2019 Ridgeline trucks equipped with rearview cameras that will fail if the wiring harnesses break from opening and closing the tailgates. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation in February following more than 40 complaints about ...

• FCA Recalls Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler Chrysler recalls more than 3,200 vehicles because the seat belt pretensioners could fail.

  

  Nov 27, 2022 — A Chrysler seat belt retractor recall involves more than 3,200 model year 2022 Ram 1500, 2022 Jeep Gladiator and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat pretensioners could fail because the seat belt retractors may have faulty welded micro gas generators. Fiat Chrysler opened an investigation in May to look at front seat belt assemblies in 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The problem was traced to a supplier which had made ...

• Ford Cracked Fuel Injector Recall Issued After Fires Ford recalls 634,000 Bronco Sports and Escapes following 20 fires and four injuries.

  

  Nov 24, 2022 — A Ford cracked fuel injector recall involves more than 634,000 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles following at least 20 fires, three that caused nearby buildings to catch fire. The Ford fuel injector recall, which includes about 522,000 vehicles in the U.S., was issued after four injuries were reported. The cracked fuel injector recall includes 2020-2023 Ford Escape and 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Sport SUVs equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L engines. According to Ford, ...

• ScentLok OZ20 Ozone Generator Recall: Melting and Fire Risk More than 16,000 ScentLok OZ20 vehicle deodorizers need replaced following four incidents.

  

  Nov 23, 2022 — A ScentLok OZ20 ozone generator (vehicle deodorizer) recall involves more than 16,000 OZ20 ozone generators at risk of catching fire or melting. Owners of ScentLok OZ20 vehicle deodorizers are warned to stop using them if the ozone generators have product numbers 82913 or 4150390. The recall was announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration following at least four deodorizer incidents. The manufacturer of ScentLok OZ20 vehicle deodorizers, ...

• Tesla Recalls Model X SUVs Over Passenger Airbag Problems Tesla recalls about 30,000 Model X SUVs that may have airbag problems with kids in the seats.

  

  Nov 22, 2022 — A Tesla Model X recall involves more than 29,000 SUVs that may have problems when the front passenger airbags deploy. The recalled 2021-2023 Model X SUVs have restraint control module (RCM) calibrations that may cause airbag issues in low-speed crashes. The front passenger airbag problem can occur when a 3- or 6-year-old front passenger is not in position and not wearing a seat belt. Tesla found the passenger airbag problem in October during a Model X test ...

• Recall: Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Tail Lights May Fail Tesla recalls 321,000 vehicles with one or both tail lights that could fail.

  

  Nov 20, 2022 — Tesla Model 3 and Model Y tail light failures have caused a recall of more than 321,000 vehicles, but Tesla believes only about 1% of the vehicles may be affected. Recalled are 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with one or both tail lights that may intermittently fail to illuminate. Tesla says the tail light failures are caused by a "firmware anomaly" that may cause false fault detections during the vehicle wake-up process. Tesla noticed ...

• Ford F-150 Windshield Wiper Recall Issued Over Motors Ford recalls 556,000 trucks, an expansion of an earlier recall to replace faulty wiper motors.

  

  Nov 18, 2022 — A Ford F-150 windshield wiper recall involves more than 556,000 trucks equipped with windshield wiper motors that may fail and make the wipers useless. The 2021-2022 Ford F-150 windshield wiper recall is an expansion of a March wiper motor recall of more than 157,000 F-150 trucks. According to Ford: "The primary causal factors that led to inoperative or poorly performing wipers are wiper motor integrated circuit board damage due to high transient voltage ...

• Kia Niro Hybrids Recalled Following 5 Fires Kia recalls Niro Hybrids previously recalled in 2018 to prevent rear seat fires.

  

  Nov 17, 2022 — A Kia Niro Hybrid rear seat fire recall involves more than 27,000 model year 2017-2018 Kia Niro Hybrid electric vehicles previously recalled in 2018. This recall follows five rear seat fires caused by the main relays in the power relay assemblies. Kia says the main relay may have faulty connections between the contacts which cause electrical resistance and overheating. According to Kia, the power relay assembly (PRA) is located under the rear seat, and the ...

• Ram Transmission Problems Cause 16 Fires, and a Recall Ram truck 68RFE transmission problems cause transmission fluid to leak from the dipstick tube.

  

  Nov 17, 2022 — Ram transmission problems have caused a recall of more than 265,000 trucks following 16 reports of fires caused by leaking transmission fluid. The recalled 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 trucks are equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines and 68RFE transmissions. Fiat Chrysler says the transmission can have a problem with pressure and heat that builds up inside the 68RFE transmission, causing transmission fluid to leak from the dipstick ...

• Tesla Power Steering Recall Affects Model S and Model X Vehicles Tesla recalls 40,000 vehicles over power steering, and about 50 vehicles to replace mirrors.

  

  Nov 12, 2022 — A Tesla power steering recall affects more than 40,000 model year 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. Losing power steering assist will require a driver to use more effort to turn the steering wheel, especially at low speeds. Tesla says a Model S or Model X is more likely to lose power steering after hitting a pothole or when driving on rough roads. Tesla began rolling out firmware release 2022.36 on October 11, 2022, which included, "updated ...

• Audi and VW Recall Will Replace Rearview Cameras Volkswagen recalls 2,500 vehicles with backup cameras that may fail when shifting into REVERSE.

  

  Nov 11, 2022 — More than 2,500 Audi and Volkswagen vehicles need new backup cameras because the camera image displays may be blank or could fail when shifting into REVERSE. The same rearview camera problems can occur when the park function is manually activated in these vehicles. 2022 Volkswagen Golf R 2022 Audi S3 2022 Audi RS 3 Sedan 2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron 2022 Audi A3 Sedan 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2022-2023 Volkswagen ID4 Field reports ...

• GM Daytime Running Lights Recall Affects 338,000 Vehicles Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC daytime running lights may stay on when the headlights are on.

  

  Nov 11, 2022 — General Motors daytime running lights have caused a recall of more than 338,000 vehicles equipped with running lights that may not deactivate when the headlights are on. The daytime running lights must go off when the headlights are turned on due to the glare to oncoming drivers. The issue also violates federal safety standards. The GM daytime running lights recall includes these model year 2021 vehicles: GMC Yukon GMC Yukon XL Chevrolet ...

• Rearview Camera Problems Cause Ford Bronco Recall Ford recalls 47,000 model year 2021-2022 Broncos because the backup images stick around.

  

  Nov 10, 2022 — A 2021-2022 Ford Bronco recall has been issued for more than 47,000 vehicles equipped with rearview camera systems and 8-inch screen displays. Ford says the backup camera image may stay on the display screen after a Bronco driver has shifted out of REVERSE. The problem is the SYNC software which was not properly configured for when the driver operates the vehicle in 4-Low mode. Ford Bronco recall letters will be mailed December 19, 2022, and Ford dealers ...

• Recall: Audi Infotainment Systems Can Completely Fail More than 6,000 vehicles are equipped with infotainment systems that can fail during starting.

  

  Nov 5, 2022 — An Audi infotainment system recall involves more than 6,000 vehicles equipped with infotainment systems that may become damaged internally when the vehicles are shut off. This will cause the backup cameras and all other infotainment functions to fail the next time these vehicles are started. 2021-2022 Audi A8 2021-2022 Audi A6 Allroad 2021-2022 Audi E-TRON Quattro 2022 Audi S3 2022 Audi RSQ8 2022 Audi RS7 2022 Audi RS6 ...

• VW Recalls Vehicles Over Tire Pressure Monitoring System Problems Volkswagen recalls 224,000 Audi and VW vehicles over a very specific TPMS issue.

  

  Nov 4, 2022 — Audi and Volkswagen tire pressure monitoring system problems have caused a recall of more than 224,000 vehicles for dealerships to update the monitoring system software. VW says the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs, but only when all four tires simultaneously deflate at the same rate and the same time. According to federal regulations, a tire pressure monitoring system must ...

• Hyundai Exploding Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall Expanded Hyundai recalls about 15,000 Genesis G80 EV and Santa Fe Hybrid and Plug-in vehicles.

  

  Nov 3, 2022 — A Hyundai exploding seat belt pretensioner recall has been announced following two previous Hyundai recalls that were issued after the automaker discovered the pretensioners could explode when they deploy. Seat belt pretensioners deploy in a crash to quickly tighten and secure an occupant in a crash. This latest recall involves about 15,000 model year 2023 Genesis G80 Electric, 2021-2022 Santa Fe Hybrid and 2022-2023 Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. This ...

• Chrysler Reports 3 More Deaths From Exploding Airbags Dodge Magnum, Challenger, Charger and Chrysler 300 owners ignore airbag recall warnings.

  

  Nov 3, 2022 — Takata airbag inflators have caused Fiat Chrysler (FCA) to warn owners of about 276,000 of the following FCA vehicles to stop driving the cars if the driver-side Takata airbags have not been replaced, something those owners should have done long ago. 2005-2010 Dodge Magnum 2005-2010 Dodge Challenger 2005-2010 Dodge Charger 2005-2010 Chrysler 300 The warning comes from Chrysler and federal safety regulators following three deaths in FCA ...

• Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 Recalled FCA recalls more than 44,000 cars due to the tire pressure monitoring system sensor batteries.

  

  Nov 2, 2022 — A Chrysler tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor battery recall affects more than 44,000 model year 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) says the sensor battery can fail prematurely and cause the monitoring system to fail. A driver won't know if the tire air pressure is too low and a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask a tire pressure failure ...

• Hyundai Recalls 2018 Santa Fe Sports After 4 Fires More than 44,000 Hyundai Santa Fe Sports should have been included in a previous ABS module recall.

  

  Nov 1, 2022 — A 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport ABS module recall involves more than 44,000 SUVs following at least four Santa Fe Sport fires. According to Hyundai, owners of 2018 Santa Fe Sport SUVs should park outside and away from anything that could burn. The anti-lock brake system could cause a short-circuit with the result of an engine compartment fire. Hyundai says a fire can occur whether the 2018 Santa Fe Sport is in motion or parked. An electrical short could ...

• Ford Transit Vans Could Lose Their Heating and Cooling Controls Ford recalls more than 31,000 vans equipped with 12-inch center stack displays.

  

  Oct 29, 2022 — A Ford Transit recall involves more than 31,300 model year 2022-2023 Transit vans equipped with 12” center stack displays with SYNC4 and electronic automatic temperature controls. Ford says the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system controls, including those for defog and defrost, may fail to function. The recalled Transit parts were introduced into production on February 26, 2021, and vans built after September 15, 2022, have updated ...

• Tesla Model 3 Recall Issued For Seat Belt Problems More than 24,000 Tesla Model 3 cars that were serviced may have been serviced incorrectly.

  

  Oct 29, 2022 — A Tesla Model 3 recall for seat belt problems involves more than 24,000 model year 2017-2022 Model 3 cars. The cars are equipped with second-row left seat belt buckles and second-row center seat belt anchors that may have been incorrectly reassembled when the cars were serviced. In August 2022, Tesla investigated incidents in which customers or service technicians identified the second-row center seat belt anchor not being secured after service repairs that ...

• Volvo Recalls Vehicles That May Not Be Able to Start Volvo recalls 16,000 S60, V60, S90L, XC60 and XC90 vehicles that need software updates.

  

  Oct 29, 2022 — Like so many vehicle recalls of this era, Volvo has announced a recall of about 16,000 vehicles, but not to replace mechanical parts. Volvo's recall is related to software that must be updated so the combustion engines continue to start. Recalled are these vehicles that may have electronic control module (ECM) software errors that prevent the engines from starting. 2022-2023 Volvo S60 2022-2023 Volvo V60 2022-2023 Volvo S90L 2022-2023 Volvo ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Vans Recalled After Rollaway Incidents More than 124,000 vans, some recalled earlier this year, need software updates.

  

  Oct 28, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 124,000 Sprinter vans that may have defects that cause the vans to roll away. The recalled 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans are equipped with manual parking brakes and 7-speed automatic transmissions. Mercedes says the guide bushing on the parking pawl may wear out and cause the parking pawl not to engage. This is what will allow the Sprinter to roll away. "Due to specific driver parking ...

• Kia Sportage Engine Fire Recall Issued Again Kia recalls more than 71,000 Sportage SUVs after engine fires occurred since a 2016 Kia recall.

  

  Oct 26, 2022 — A Kia Sportage engine fire recall announced in 2016 apparently didn't prevent the SUVs from catching fire. Now Kia has announced a second Kia engine fire recall of more than 71,000 model year 2008-2009 Sportage SUVs, but the automaker doesn't know how dealers will fix the vehicles. A 2008-2009 Kia Sportage fire can occur if the SUV is parked or while driving, and owners are warned to park outside and away from things that could burn. The first Kia Sportage ...

• Jeep Wrangler Hybrids Recalled Over Battery Fuse Problems FCA recalls about 14,000 model year 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

  

  Oct 24, 2022 — Chrysler is recalling 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) equipped with high-voltage battery pack assemblies that may have been built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuses. This can cause overheating in the fuse interface which can cause the fuse to fail. This will cause the Jeep Wrangler 4xe to suddenly lose motive power. About 14,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe electric vehicles are involved in the recall. FCA opened ...

• Nissan Infotainment System Recall Affects Titan, Frontier and Rogue Nissan recalls more than 27,000 vehicles with infotainment systems that may keep restarting.

  

  Oct 22, 2022 — A Nissan infotainment system recall includes 2022 Nissan Titan, 2022 Nissan Titan XD, 2022 Nissan Frontier and 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The recall of more than 27,000 vehicles was announced because the Nisaan infotainment systems may continuously restart when the vehicles are restarted. This means the backup camera image can't display properly, a violation of federal safety standards. The vehicles are equipped with Bosch infotainment systems and ...

• Chrysler Fuel Pump Recall Includes Jeep and Ram Diesel Vehicles Chrysler recalls 60,000 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500 and Jeep Gladiator vehicles with 3L engines.

  

  Oct 22, 2022 — A Chrysler diesel fuel pump recall involves more than 60,400 model year 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500 and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. Those diesel engines could stall while driving if the high-pressure fuel pumps fail. In February 2022, FCA opened an investigation into 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator and 2020-2022 Ram 1500 vehicles for premature high-pressure Bosch fuel pump failures. All the ...

• Audi Q5 and VW Atlas Engines May Need to be Replaced Volkswagen recalls 74,000 vehicles that may have damaged connecting rod bearings.

  

  Oct 19, 2022 — A VW connecting rod bearing recall may require complete engine replacements in 2021-2023 Audi Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas and VW Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged and cause total engine failure, leading to the recall of more than 74,000 vehicles. In November 2021, Volkswagen learned about a fire in a Volkswagen Atlas that may have originated in the engine compartment. The vehicle suffered severe engine damage ...

• Kia K5 and Sorento Transmissions May Need to Be Replaced Kia recalls about 70,000 vehicles equipped with 8-speed dual-clutch transmissions.

  

  Oct 15, 2022 —  A Kia 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) recall involves about 70,000 Sorento and K5 vehicles that may need new transmissions. Recalled are 2021-2022 Kia Sorento and 2021-2023 Kia K5 vehicles equipped with fail-safe limited-mobility drive mode. The system may have problems when prompted by a malfunction of the transmission oil pump. The defect will cause the Kia to completely lose drive power. In addition to being equipped with 8-speed dual-clutch ...

• Hyundai 8-Speed Transmission Recall Issued After 230 Incidents Hyundai says 8-speed dual-clutch transmissions can cause the vehicles to lose motive power.

  

  Oct 15, 2022 — A Hyundai 8-speed transmission recall involves more than 53,000 vehicles following 230 complaints about vehicles that lost motive power due to the dual-clutch transmissions. The 8-speed transmission recall includes these Hyundai models: 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa Fe 2021-2022 Hyundai Sonata 2021-2022 Hyundai Veloster N 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz 2022 Hyundai Elantra N 2022 Hyundai Kona N In September, Hyundai was contacted by the National ...

• Ford Recalls 27,000 F-53 Stripped RVs Ford says the stabilizer bar attachment brackets can separate and break.

  

  Oct 14, 2022 — Ford is recalling about 27,000 F-53 recreational stripped chassis vehicles because the rear stabilizer bar attachment brackets may break. The 2020-2021 Ford F-53 recreational vehicle (RV) stripped chassis stabilizer bar attachment brackets can separate from the vehicle if they break, causing a road hazard. Ford says the F-53 rear stabilizer bar attachment bracket weld nuts may not be capable of supporting the required joint torque because the bracket weld ...

• Ford Maverick Brake Lights Activate Without Using Brake Pedal Ford recalls 11,000 Maverick trucks because of several claims about brake light malfunctions.

  

  Oct 13, 2022 — A 2022 Ford Maverick recall involves more than 11,000 trucks equipped with anti-lock braking system modules that may cause the brake lights to illuminate without drivers applying the brake pedals. The 2022 Ford Maverick trucks violate federal safety standards, at least until the vehicles are repaired. Ford explains the problem like this: "Due to a lack of definition in the Active Cruise Control (ACC) and the Antilock Braking System (ABS) interface ...

• Audi Recalls 190,000 Vehicles For Backup Camera Failures Audi software errors can take out the infotainment systems, navigation and rearview cameras.

  

  Oct 13, 2022 — An Audi backup camera failure recall involves about 190,000 vehicles that may show blank or black screens when the vehicles are shifted into REVERSE. Software errors and corrupted files can also cause failures of infotainment and navigation functions in these Audi models. 2021 Audi A8 2021 Audi RS7 2021 Audi RS6 Avant 2021 Audi RS5 Sportback 2021 Audi RS5 Coupe 2021 Audi Q8 2021 Audi Q7 2021 Audi Q5 Sportback 2021 Audi S4 ...

• Mercedes 12-Volt Batteries in the Trunks May Not Be Secured Crash test shows the 12V battery in the trunk wheel well could move around.

  

  Oct 8, 2022 — A Mercedes battery recall has been issued because the 12-volt battery located in the trunk may not be secured. Recalled are 20,000 model year 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 Coupe and AMG E53 vehicles, 2019-2021 Mercedes AMG CLS 53 Coupes and 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz E450 vehicles. A loose battery could cause trouble in a crash by causing an electrical connection failure and disabling important safety features. Those features include the emergency call ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls GLS-Class Vehicles Over Seatbacks Mercedes recalls about 60,000 vehicles that may have problems with the third-row seatback locks.

  

  Oct 8, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz third-row seatbacks may not hold during crashes, a problem that caused a recall of about 60,000 model year 2021 Mercedes AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 Mercedes GLS450 and GLS580 vehicles. The automaker says something occurred during manufacturing of the locks on the third-row seatback. The springs in the locking mechanism of the third-row left and right seatback might not have been installed according to specifications. An owner won't know of a problem ...

• GM Recalls Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs Over Seat Bolts General Motors recalls 7,500 SUVs that may have loose seat frame bolts.

  

  Oct 7, 2022 — A General Motors seat cushion frame involves more than 7,500 Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, all due to loose bolts. The recalled 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain SUVs may have driver's seats with stripped or loose bolts at the seat frame height adjustment pivots. GM says the seat structure may not restrain the occupant in a crash if the seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt comes out of the pivot joint. The recalled SUVs are equipped ...

• Dodge Journeys Recalled For Reflex Reflector Issues Chrysler recalls 83,000 Journey SUVs, but dealers aren't sure how repairs will be performed.

  

  Oct 6, 2022 — A Dodge Journey recall has been announced to fix problems with the amber side reflex reflectors in the headlight assemblies. However, Chrysler isn't sure what dealers will do to repair more than 83,000 SUVs. The recalled 2017-2018 Dodge Journey SUV reflectors may not reflect brightly enough, something that violates federal safety standards. "If the reflection of light from the reflector is below specification, the position and dimensions of the vehicle ...

• Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Battery Recall Finally Begins Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid fires may have been in the battery packs, but FCA still isn't sure.

  

  Oct 4, 2022 — A 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid battery recall will finally get underway after owners had to wait months for Fiat Chrysler (FCA) to get replacement batteries to dealerships. The 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) have experienced fires that may have originated at the center of the minivans where the high-voltage battery packs are located. The original battery fire recall was announced in February when FCA knew of 12 ...

• GM Backup Camera Recall Involves Cadillac and GMC Vehicles General Motors recalls 95,000 Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6 and GMC Acadia vehicles.

  

  Sep 29, 2022 — A General Motors backup camera recall includes more than 95,000 Cadillac and GMC vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision features. The GM backup camera recall involves 2020-2021 Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6 and GMC Acadia vehicles. Those models are equipped with rearview camera coaxial cable connectors that may not have been crimped properly, causing the backup cameras to fail, or they may function just part of the time. The National Highway ...

• VW Recalls Golf R and Golf GTI Vehicles Over Coolant Leaks Volkswagen recalls more than 8,000 vehicles that may have loose radiators.

  

  Sep 29, 2022 — A Volkswagen Golf radiator recall involves 2022-2023 VW Golf R and VW Golf GTI vehicles with radiators that may not have been attached correctly to the intercoolers. This can damage the coolant hoses and allow coolant to leak, creating a risk of overheated engines and fires. More than 8,000 vehicles are recalled after Volkswagen began receiving complaints from outside the U.S. in January 2021 which indicated the hose failures occurred shortly after the Golf ...

• Ford Mustang Mach-E SUVs Recalled Over Broken Halfshafts Ford says the rear halfshafts may have walls that are too thin to handle the pressure.

  

  Sep 28, 2022 — A 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E recall includes more than 1,400 SUVs with rear halfshafts that could break and cause the vehicles to roll away or lose drive power. Mustang Mach-E owners are advised to engage the parking brake every time until the vehicles are repaired. The right rear halfshaft may have walls that are too thin which can allow the halfshaft stem to break under load. Ford says the halfshaft problem was caused by a machine operator who didn't ...

• Nissan Recalls Kicks and Versa Vehicles For Power Steering Loss Nissan recalls 20,000 vehicles that may need new steering columns from faulty welds.

  

  Sep 27, 2022 — A Nissan power steering recall involves more than 20,000 Kicks and Versas in the U.S. that may need new steering columns. More than 3,000 Kicks are also recalled in Canada. The power steering recall includes 2021 Nissan Kicks and 2021 Nissan Versa vehicles that may suffer electrical connection problems in the electric power steering torque sensors. The faulty electrical connection can disable the power steering assist. A power steering failure will cause a ...

• Tesla To Issue 1 Million Over-The-Air Updates For Window Problems Tesla recalls 1 million Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X vehicles for window reversal features.

  

  Sep 25, 2022 — Tesla is recalling more than 1 million vehicles because the automatic reversal systems for the windows may not perform correctly if obstructions are detected. The recall includes 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, 2020-2022 Tesla Model Y and 2021-2022 Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. According to Tesla, the window may exert more force on an object (like a finger) before retracting than legally allowed by safety standards. Tesla was testing the vehicles in August ...

• Kia Tow Hitch Recall Issued After Fires and Melting Incidents Kia tow hitch recall includes 70,000 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid and Kia Sportage vehicles.

  

  Sep 25, 2022 — A Kia tow hitch recall has caused Kia to warn owners to park outside and away from anything that could burn. According to Kia, a vehicle could catch fire while driving or while parked with the ignition off. The Kia tow hitch recall includes more than 70,000 of these vehicles equipped with tow hitch harnesses installed as original equipment or purchased as accessories through Kia dealerships. 2016-2022 Kia Sorento 2021-2022 Kia Sorento ...

• Ford Recalls Bronco Sports and F-150s Over Flickering Lights Ford recalls 86,000 vehicles because the parking lights can flicker when the headlights are on.

  

  Sep 24, 2022 — Ford has recalled more than 86,000 Bronco Sport and F-150 vehicles because the parking lights may flicker when the headlights are turned on. The recalled 2022-2023 Ford Bronco Sport SUVs and 2022 Ford F-150 trucks violate federal lighting safety standards. Ford told the government the parking lights could flicker: When the customer manually selects the “position lamp on” mode. When the customer manually selects “headlamp on” mode. When the ...

• Mercedes C300 Cars May Catch Fire From Short Circuits 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300 trunks could get wet and cause multiple malfunctions and fires.

  

  Sep 19, 2022 — Model year 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300 cars may have serious electrical problems based on a recall of more than 6,700 vehicles at risk of multiple malfunctions and fires. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300 trunks could allow moisture to build up and leak into the SAMs, or signal acquisition modules. This can cause an electrical short-circuit and a fire. But even if a fire doesn't occur, a short-circuit could cause rear exterior lighting failures, unintentional rear seat ...

• Audi Q3 Fuel Tank Recall Issued To Possibly Replace Tanks Audi recalls 13,000 Q3 SUVs after owners have trouble while refueling.

  

  Sep 18, 2022 — An Audi Q3 fuel tank recall has been announced for more than 13,000 SUVs that may have damaged vent pipes within the gas tanks. The recalled 2021-2022 Audi Q3 vent pipes may have been damaged due to sharp edges on the tools used to grip parts in position during assembly. A damaged fuel tank vent pipe could allow fuel to spill from the filler neck when the gas cap is opened. The automaker discovered the problem in March while trying to refuel several Audi Q3 ...

• Mercedes Recalls 161,000 GLE-Class and GLS-Class Vehicles Mercedes-Benz rear window trim bars could loosen and detach.

  

  Sep 18, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 161,000 GLE-Class and GLS-Class vehicles because the rear window trim bars may detach from manufacturing errors. A detached rear window trim bar could cause trouble for other vehicles on the road. Recalled are these Mercedes vehicles. 2020-2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 2020-2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 2020-2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 2020-2021 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Nissan Recalls Rogue SUVs For Rear Seat Belt Issues Nissan says left-hand and right-hand rear seat belts may need to be replaced.

  

  Sep 16, 2022 — A Nissan Rogue rear seat belt recall involves more than 8,300 SUVs because those rear seat belts may not retract properly. The recalled 2021-2022 Rogues may need new rear left-hand and right-hand seat belts because the vehicles violate federal safety standards. The Nissan Rogues were built March 23, 2022, to April 14, 2022, at the Smyrna, Tennessee plant and repaired under warranty with the suspect seat belt parts. Nissan discovered the problem in April ...

• Nissan Recalls Frontiers and Titans For Rollaway Dangers Nissan recalls 203,000 trucks, 180,000 of them recalled for the same problem months ago.

  

  Sep 15, 2022 — A Nissan transmission parking pawl recall involves more than 203,000 Frontier and Titan trucks that need their parking brakes applied every time the trucks are parked. The recalled 2020-2023 Nissan Frontier and Titan trucks could roll away if the transmission parking pawls don't engage when the trucks are shifted into PARK. More than 180,000 of the Nissan trucks were recalled in July for the same transmission problem. The 2020-2023 Nissan Titans were built ...

• Porsche Recalls 193,000 Vehicles With Missing Headlight Caps Porsche recalls Cayenne, Cayman, Panamera and Macan vehicles with low-beam headlight issues.

  

  Sep 13, 2022 — A Porsche headlight recall involves more than 193,000 of the following Porsche vehicles because missing caps can allow the headlights to be adjusted. 2003-2006, 2008-2014, 2016-2017 Porsche Cayenne 2013-2015 Porsche Cayenne Diesel 2008-2010, 2013-2014, 2016 Porsche Cayenne GTS 2003-2006, 2008-2009, 2011-2015 Porsche Cayenne S 2015 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid 2011-2014 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid 2010 Porsche Cayenne Transsyberia 2006, ...

• VW Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport Recalled For Loose Bolts Volkswagen owners should not use their vehicles to tow trailers until repairs are performed.

  

  Sep 10, 2022 — A 2022 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport recall includes more than 3,100 vehicles that may have loose trailer hitch bolts. Owners are warned not to tow trailers until the vehicles have been repaired. The trailer hitch bolts may begin to loosen and if even one bolt falls out, the remaining bolts may not be able to handle the stress which could cause separation of the trailer hitch during towing. This could cause serious problems for everyone on the ...

• Kia Recalls 2023 Sportage Following 2 Fires Kia recalls nearly 20,000 model year 2023 Sportage vehicles after loose nuts cause fires.

  

  Sep 3, 2022 — It may be 2022, but Kia has already recalled nearly 20,000 of its 2023 Sportage vehicles right from the get-go. According to Kia, the Sportage alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen and cause a stalled engine or even a fire due to electrical arcing at the B+ terminal. In May, Kia learned about a complaint made to a dealer regarding a 2023 Kia Sportage that wouldn't start. The dealer found a loose alternator cable and thermal damage to the ...

• Audi Recalls S3, A3 and RS 3 Over Torn Airbags Audi says more than 5,500 vehicles may have problems with how the passenger airbags were folded.

  

  Sep 3, 2022 — Audi is recalling more than 5,500 Audi S3, A3 and RS 3 vehicles because the front passenger airbags may tear and fail to protect occupants. The recalled 2022 Audi S3, A3 and RS 3 front passenger airbags may not have been folded correctly. An automatic process is used to fold the airbags inside the modules, but specification issues may have caused problems with how the airbags were folded before they were placed inside the modules. Audi discovered a problem ...

• Recalled: Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500 For Loss of Power About 5,300 Ram trucks in the U.S. and Canada need new engine control modules.

  

  Sep 3, 2022 — A Ram engine control module recall includes more than 5,300 of these trucks equipped with Cummins 6.7L turbo diesel engines. 2022 Ram 3500 2022 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab 2022 Ram 2500 2022 Ram 4500 Chassis Cab 2022 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab According to Fiat Chrysler, the engine control modules may have been built with misaligned capacitors that can short-circuit to the ground, causing a loss of communication. An internal loss of communication ...

• Ford Blower Motor Recall Issued After 25 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator Fires Ford recalls more than 198,000 SUVs after 25 fires that occurred with the vehicles running.

  

  Sep 2, 2022 — A Ford blower motor recall involves more than 198,000 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs covering 2015-2017 model years. Following at least 25 fires, the Ford blower motor recall involves the front blower motor located behind the glovebox. Even though this is a blower motor recall and engineers have spent months investigating, Ford isn't sure of the exact root cause of the fires. "No cause of these vehicle fires has been identified to date; however, ...

• Rearview Camera Recall For Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Ram 1500 Chrysler recalls about 8,000 vehicles equipped with EcoDiesel engines and certain radios.

  

  Sep 2, 2022 — Chrysler radio software errors have caused a recall of about 8,000 model year 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, 2020-2021 Ram 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles that may suffer from rearview camera image failures. Fiat Chrysler (FCA) had discussions with the government in July regarding an investigation into rearview camera problems. Engineers determined some vehicles equipped with EcoDiesel engines and certain radios may experience ongoing radio resets which may ...

• Chevy Spark Hood Latch Recall Issued After 22 Crashes Chevrolet Spark and Spark EV cars recalled in 2014 recalled once again over hood latch failures.

  

  Sep 1, 2022 — A Chevrolet Spark and Chevrolet Spark EV hood latch recall involves more than 120,000 cars with secondary hood latch strikers that may become stuck out of position from corrosion and allow the hoods to open while driving. The recalled 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV hood latches may not properly engage if corrosion occurs at the latch pivots. Chevy Spark owners who had their cars in 2014 may remember a hood latch recall announced in ...

• Ford Rearview Camera Recall Affects F-250, F-350 and F-450 Ford recalls 277,000 Super Duty trucks and Lincoln Continentals over foggy camera images.

  

  Sep 1, 2022 — More than 277,000 model year 2017-2020 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450 Super Duty trucks and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental cars are recalled if they are equipped with 360-degree camera systems. Ford says the anti-reflective camera lens coating can degrade and lead to foggy rearview camera images. Ford says the internal lens on the rearview camera has an anti-reflective coating that is susceptible to damage from exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Ford opened ...

• Toyota and Lexus Recall Vehicles Over Electronic Parking Brakes Toyota recalls 94,000 Toyota Tundra and Lexus NX250 and NX350 vehicles.

  

  Sep 1, 2022 — Toyota and Lexus electronic parking brake problems have caused a recall of about 94,000 vehicles to prevent them from rolling away. The recalled 2022 Toyota Tundra and 2022 Lexus NX250 and NX350 vehicles with electronic parking brakes that may not engage or disengage properly. The skid control electronic control unit within the brake actuator assembly may falsely detect an overcurrent condition of the electronic parking brake actuator and enter a failsafe ...

• Hyundai Palisade Fires Cause Warning to Park Outside More than 250,000 Hyundai Palisades should be parked outside and away from structures.

  

  Aug 24, 2022 — A 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade tow hitch harness recall involves more than 250,000 SUVs at risk of fires. Hyundai is warning owners to "park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete." The Palisades are equipped with tow hitch harnesses either as original equipment or purchased as accessories at Hyundai dealers. "Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical ...

• Kia Warns Owners to Park Tellurides Outside Kia recalls 38,000 Tellurides after fires were reported from the tow hitch modules.

  

  Aug 24, 2022 — Kia is recalling more than 38,000 model year 2020-2022 Telluride SUVs possibly equipped with Kia 4-pin tow hitch harnesses installed as original equipment or purchased as accessories. Kia is warning owners to park outside and away from structures until recall repairs are complete. Debris and moisture can built up on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit boards and cause electrical short circuits and fires. Kia Canada learned about a 2020 Telluride ...

• Subaru Impreza Cars Recalled For Faulty Light Reflectors Subaru recalls 188,000 model year 2017-2019 Impreza cars to replace headlight assemblies.

  

  Aug 20, 2022 — A 2017-2019 Subaru Impreza recall involves more than 188,000 cars because of problems with the light reflectors. Subaru didn't say much about the Impreza recall, but the automaker did announce the left and right reflex reflectors and the left side low-beam reflectors may not really reflect much. Subaru calls it "inadequate illumination," but Subaru didn't say what caused the problem. Subaru Impreza owners should watch for recall letters in October 2022, and ...

• Hyundai Recalls Palisades Following Windshield Wiper Failures Hyundai recalls 123,000 Palisade SUVs after 57 reports of windshield wiper motor failures.

  

  Aug 20, 2022 — A Hyundai Palisade windshield wiper motor recall has been announced following more than 50 reports of failed windshield wipers on the 2020-2021 SUVs. About 123,000 model year 2020-2021 Hyundai Palisades are affected by the recall. The Hyundai Palisade windshield wiper motor could work part of the time or completely stop working, especially if snow or ice is blocking the wipers. In August 2020, Hyundai noticed increase warranty claims for windshield ...

• Ford F-150 Driveshaft Recall Expanded Ford F-150 driveshafts broke in trucks that were not included in a 2021 F-150 driveshaft recall.

  

  Aug 19, 2022 — A Ford F-150 driveshaft recall involves more than 58,000 model year 2021-2022 F-150 trucks equipped with underbody heat and noise insulators that may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshafts. This could damage the F-150 driveshafts and cause them to break. Ford opened an internal investigation in May after reports of broken F-150 aluminum driveshafts that occurred in F-150 trucks that were not included in a December 2021 driveshaft recall . Engineers ...

• Jaguar Land Rover Recall Issued For Front Seat Belt Problems Jaguar Land Rover dealers may need to replace the front seat belt assemblies.

  

  Aug 19, 2022 — Jaguar Land Rover seat belt pretensioner problems have caused a recall of about 5,000 of these vehicles. 2022-2023 Land Rover Defender 2022-2023 Land Rover Discovery 2022-2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2022 Jaguar F-Type 2022 Jaguar F-Pace 2022 Jaguar XF The automaker says both front seat belt pretensioners may be damaged which results in seat belts ...

• GM Recalls 514,000 Cadillac, Chevy and GMC Vehicles Third-row seat belt buckles may have been incorrectly manufactured.

  

  Aug 18, 2022 — General Motors seat belt buckle problems convinced the automaker to recall more than 514,000 of the following vehicles in the U.S. and Canada equipped with third-row seats. 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021-2022 Chevrolet Suburban 2021-2022 Chevrolet Tahoe 2021-2022 GMC Yukon 2021-2022 GMC Yukon XL The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right third-row seat belt buckle ...

• Ford Recalls Maverick Trucks Over Side Curtain Airbags About 65,000 Mavericks need their front side curtain airbag modules replaced.

  

  Aug 17, 2022 — A Ford Maverick recall involves about 65,000 trucks with side curtain airbags that may fail. Although Ford is still investigating the root cause of the problem, the automaker does know the trucks are in violation of federal safety standards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration contacted Ford in June following a compliance audit on a 2022 Ford Maverick. "The displacement results for the front lower primary target was 111.9 mm which exceeds ...

• Kia Recalls 2016 Sedona and Sorento Vehicles Over Gear Shifters Kia recalls 28,000 vehicles after warranty claims and crashes caused by gear shift lever defects.

  

  Aug 17, 2022 — Kia gear shifter problems have caused a recall of more than 28,000 model year 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles with gear shift levers that may not lock into place. The Kia Sedonas and Sorentos could roll away if the shifters don't lock. According to Kia, the automatic transmission shift lever assembly contains a shift lock lever and holder, but some shift lock holder components may have been built out of specification by the supplier. The shift lock lever ...

• Mitsubishi Outlander Sports Recalled Over Damaged Engines About 76,500 SUVs recalled if they have CVTs and mechanical key ignition systems.

  

  Aug 10, 2022 — A 2019-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall involves about 76,500 SUVs equipped with continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds. This can cause the Outlander Sport engine to stall. "Because of inappropriate software programming, if the CVT-ECU receives a 0.1 second or greater temporary loss of the ...

• Kia Recalls 258,000 Optimas Following Injury Lawsuit Kia says 2012-2013 Optima headliner plates may not be secured properly to protect occupants.

  

  Aug 9, 2022 — A Kia Optima recall has been announced for 2012-2013 Optimas with right and left headliner plates that may detach when the side curtain airbags deploy. Kia says the fault is found in how the headliner plates are secured in 258,000 cars, placing occupants in danger of being hit by the plates. The Kia Optima headliner plates are used for the energy absorbing structure of the headliner, but a lawsuit let Kia know there may be problems. The legal department ...

• Audi Recalls A3 and S3 Cars Over Seat Belt Pretensioners Audi recalls 2,500 cars because the seat belts may not have enough retention force.

  

  Aug 9, 2022 — An Audi A3 and Audi S3 recall involves more than 2,500 cars because of problems with the seat belt pretensioners. Audi says the 2022 Audi A3 and S3 seat belt retention forces for front seat occupants may fail to properly restrain occupants in crash impacts. The seat belt pretensioner helps to hold occupants in the seated position during a crash, but the retention force in the Audi cars may not reach intended levels. "As a result, the position of the body ...

• Jeep Grand Cherokees Recalled Over Tail Lights About 100,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs may have damaged markers.

  

  Aug 7, 2022 — A Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L tail light recall involves about 100,000 SUVs with tail light side marker assemblies that may be damaged. The damage can prevent the markers from illuminating, reducing visibility to other drivers. The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles may not meet federal lighting standards. Those standards say each vehicle must be equipped with at least two red steady-burning tail light side ...

• Audi and VW Vechicles Recalled Over Exploding Airbags Passenger frontal airbags could explode or fail to deploy properly.

  

  Aug 5, 2022 — Exploding Audi and Volkswagen passenger airbags have caused a recall of more than 1,200 of these vehicles. 2016 Audi TT Roadster 2016 Audi TT Coupe 2016 Audi S3 Sedan 2016 Audi R8 Coupe 2016 Audi A3 Sedan 2016 Audi A3 e-tron 2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen 2016 Volkswagen Golf R 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016 Volkswagen Golf A7 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf Dealers will replace the passenger ...

• Ferrari Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap Recall Expanded Ferrari recalls 23,000 cars that could leak brake fluid and suffer complete brake failures.

  

  Aug 4, 2022 — Ferrari brake fluid reservoir cap problems have caused a recall of more than 23,500 vehicles that could completely lose braking ability. The brake fluid reservoir cap may not vent properly which creates a vacuum inside the brake fluid reservoir. This will lead to a brake fluid leak which causes braking problems. The Ferrari brake fluid reservoir cap recall includes these vehicles. 2005-2009 Ferrari 430 2019-2020 Ferrari 488 Pista 2016 Ferrari F60 ...

• Recall: Mercedes Vehicles At Risk of Fires From Short Circuits Mercedes-Benz recalls 27,000 vehicles with transmission wire harness connectors that corrode.

  

  Aug 3, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 27,300 vehicles with transmission wiring harnesses that may be misrouted which can expose the electrical connectors to corrosion, causing an electrical short-circuit. 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz E450 Cabriolet 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz E450 Wagon 2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz E450 Coupe 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz E53 Coupe 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz ...

• VW Golf R and Golf GTI Vehicles Recalled Over Sunroof Switches Volkswagen recalls more than 2,200 vehicles because the sunroof switches are too sensitive.

  

  Aug 3, 2022 — Volkswagen sunroof problems have caused a recall of more than 2,200 model year 2022 Golf R and Golf GTI vehicles. The touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive and allow the sunroof to mistakenly open or close. Testing is conducted with a test ball for the switch, and VW says the sunroof was activated when using a test ball. This violates federal safety standards even though the sunroof is equipped with anti-pinch protection. Volkswagen had made ...

• Jaguar Recalls F-PACE SUVs For Turn Signal Failures Jaguar recalls 5,200 SUVs because of mistakes made with the tailgate-mounted tail lights.

  

  Aug 3, 2022 — A Jaguar F-PACE recall involves more than 5,200 SUVs that may have the wrong tail lights installed. The 2021-2022 Jaguar F-PACE rear turn signals may not illuminate properly, causing a violation of federal safety standards. Jaguar performed a plant audit and found an F-PACE with the wrong tailgate-mounted tail lights installed which caused part of the rear turn signal to fail. The automaker stopped all shipments to hold and inspect the vehicles. An ...

• VW Backup Camera Image Failures Lead to Recall Volkswagen recalls 43,000 vehicles to update the infotainment system software.

  

  Aug 2, 2022 — Volkswagen backup camera image failures have caused a recall of more than 43,000 of these vehicles to update the infotainment system software. 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2021 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2021 Volkswagen Jetta NF 2021 Volkswagen Arteon FL 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB 2022 Volkswagen Taos 2022 Volkswagen Jetta PA 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan PA 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas FL The ...

• Audi Fuel Pump Recall Involves Q7 and Q8 SUVs Audi recalls 50,000 Q7 and Q8 SUVs with fuel delivery modules that may break.

  

  Jul 31, 2022 — An Audi fuel pump recall has been announced for about 50,000 Q7 and Q8 vehicles that will stall once the fuel pumps fail. Recalled are 2019-2021 Audi Q8 and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles with components inside the fuel pumps that may break. Audi says a broken fuel delivery module inside the fuel tank may break and the fragments can damage the sealing membrane in the pressue regulator. "This may lead to a failure of the fuel delivery module and the ...

• Nissan Infotainment System Problems Cause Recall Nissan recalls 10,000 Rogue, Frontier, Titan and Pathfinder rental vehicles.

  

  Jul 30, 2022 — Nissan infotainment system problems have caused a recall of more than 10,000 of these vehicles if they are rental vehicles. 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue (Built from August 6, 2020, to May 10, 2022) 2022 Nissan Frontier (Built from July 29, 2021, to April 21, 2022) 2022 Nissan Pathfinder (Built from May 27, 2021, to May 17, 2022) 2022 Nissan Titan (Built from December 18, 2021, to May 25, 2022) According to Nissan, when the Sirius XM subscription is ...

• Subaru WRX Recall For Backup Light and Camera Failures Subaru recalls 60,000 WRX cars with backup light switches that may corrode and fail.

  

  Jul 30, 2022 — Subaru is recalling 60,000 WRX cars because the backup lights and cameras may fail. The recall includes 2015-2021 WRX vehicles with backup light switches that may corrode and fail, which can result in the backup lights not illuminating and the rearview camera images not displaying when the vehicles are in REVERSE. According to Subaru, the backup light switch contacts can be exposed to heated oil, and the sulfur in the oil can cause a chemical reaction with ...

• FCA Recalls Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 Cars Chrysler recalls more than 52,300 cars because the tire pressure monitoring sensors may fail.

  

  Jul 22, 2022 — Chrysler tire pressure monitoring system sensor problems have caused a recall of more than 52,300 model year 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 cars. According to Fiat Chrysler (FCA), the tire pressure monitoring system sensor battery may fail and cause the sensor to fail. In May, FCA was notified of possible tire pressure monitoring sensor problems on 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 cars. Specifically, the sensors ...

• Toyota Recalls RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid and RAV4 Prime Toyota recalls 3,500 SUVs because of front passenger airbag problems.

  

  Jul 21, 2022 — A Toyota RAV4 recall includes about 3,500 model year 2022 RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid and RAV4 Prime vehicles in the U.S. because of problems with the occupant classification system sensors. Those sensors are in the front passenger seats but can experience problems that cause issues when the airbags deploy. Only vehicles equipped with an 8-way power front passenger seats with seat lifter functions manufactured at certain plant locations are involved in this ...

• Toyota Tacoma Trucks Recalled For Child Seat Issues Toyota recalls 75,400 trucks that may not have been welded good enough.

  

  Jul 21, 2022 — A Toyota Tacoma recall involves 2022-2023 Tacoma trucks that may have problems with the upper child seat anchors. About 75,400 Tacoma trucks are recalled because the upper child seat anchors may not have been welded good enough and may not meet minimum strength requirements. A faulty Tacoma weld may allow the child seat to move during a sudden stop or crash. Toyota didn't say much about the Tacoma recall other than to say truck owners will be notified in ...

• Mercedes-Benz Recalls EQS 450, EQS 580 and AMG EQS 53 Mercedes-Benz recalls 2,500 vehicles that could experience towing problems.

  

  Jul 14, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz has tow ring problems on 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, EQS 580 and AMG EQS 53 vehicles with front or rear bumper tow rings that may detach from the vehicles. Mercedes says about 2,500 vehicles are included because of "insufficient thread depth" of the towing eye thread point. "In this case, the required thread depth for the tow eye in the bumper might not be sufficient. As a result, it cannot be ruled out that the connection to the tow eye may ...

• Buick Regals Recalled Over Brake Problems Nearly 26,000 Buick Regals may suffer from hard brake pedals and increased stopping distances.

  

  Jul 14, 2022 — A Buick Regal recall includes nearly 26,000 cars in the U.S. and Canada that can take way longer to stop than they should. The 2018-2020 Buick Regals may have software errors in the electronic brake control modules that may result in a loss of power brake assist if there is a failure of vacuum-power brake assist. This will increase the stopping distance of the Regal which is a violation of federal safety standards. "In the event of a partial or full loss ...

• Toyota Recalls 2022 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid Trucks Toyota recalls 31,400 trucks that may suffer from Panoramic View Monitoring problems.

  

  Jul 13, 2022 — About 31,400 Toyota Tundra and Toyota Tundra Hybrid trucks are recalled if they are model year 2022 and equipped with Panoramic View Monitoring systems. Toyota says the front camera image of the monitoring system may display instead of the rear camera image when shifting the truck into REVERSE. Federal safety regulations require a rearview image to be displayed on the screen when a vehicle is in REVERSE. According to Toyota, programming problems cause the ...

• Hyundai Ioniq Hybrids Recalled Again Following Fires Hyundai recalls 10,500 Ioniq Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid vehicles after rear seat fires from relays.

  

  Jul 11, 2022 — Hyundai has issued a second power relay recall involving more than 10,500 model year 2017-2018 Ioniq Hybrid electric vehicles and Ionic Plug-in Hybrid vehicles previously recalled in October 2018. The Hyundai Ioniq power relay assemblies located under the rear seats may overheat and catch fire. According to Hyundai, the Ioniqs may not have received the correct repair components during the 2018 recall . The recall was for an electrical pin fit condition on the ...

• Ford Engine Fire Recall Involves Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators Ford recalls 66,000 SUVs, some for the second time to prevent underhood fires.

  

  Jul 10, 2022 — Ford engine fire recall repairs allegedly are on the way for 2021 Ford Expedition and 2021 Lincoln Navigator SUVs originally recalled in May. When the prior Ford engine fire recall was announced, the automaker knew of at least 16 underhood fires in the SUVs. But Ford is now aware of at least 21 engine fires, something that caused an expansion of the May recall . Out of 21 engine fires, 18 have occurred in vehicles owned by rental companies. This latest Ford ...

• Mercedes Recalls Metris Vans That Could Be Overloaded Mercedes-Benz recalls 24,400 Metris vans from model years 2016-2018.

  

  Jul 10, 2022 — Owners of 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans should be careful not to overload the vans with too much weight. A recall of more than 24,400 Metris vans means the vehicles need to be repaired, but Mercedes is still trying to determine how to do it. According to Mercedes-Benz, the vans may be overloaded because the value for the maximum combined load weight capacity of the tires is incorrect. In addition to the danger of overloading the Metris van, the ...

• Mitsubishi Outlander Backup Camera Problems Cause Recall Mitsubishi recalls model year 2022 Outlanders due to blank rearview camera screens.

  

  Jul 9, 2022 — Mitsubishi Outlander backup camera problems have caused a recall of more than 56,000 Outlanders with rearview camera images that may fail to display. The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander recall documents say a software error causes the image problems, and the recall repairs will be considered complete once dealers update the backup camera software. A black screen is a violation of federal safety standards if the screen goes out when the Outlander is backing ...

• Ford Hybrid Fire Recall Follows 23 Engine Fires Ford recalls 100,000 Escape, Maverick and Lincoln Corsair hybrids and plug-in hybrids.

  

  Jul 8, 2022 — A Ford hybrid fire recall includes about 100,000 Ford Escape, Ford Maverick and Lincoln Corsair vehicles equipped with 2.5-liter hybrid or plug-in hybrid systems. The 2020-2022 Ford Escape, 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair and 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid vehicles are at risk of engine fires if engine oil and fuel vapors build up near ignition sources if the engines fail. Owners are advised to park and shut off the engines as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected ...

• Hyundai Venue Recall Issued For Exploding Pretensioners More than 72,000 Venue SUVs recalled to prevent the seat belt pretensioners from exploding.

  

  Jul 3, 2022 — A 2020-2022 Hyundai Venue seat belt pretensioner recall involves more than 72,000 SUVs with front pretensioners at risk of exploding. This is an ongoing problem for Hyundai and Kia which have issued previous seat belt pretensioner recalls. Hyundai first learned of a problem in September 2021 when a 2021 Hyundai Elantra driver-side seat belt pretensioner exploded and sent shrapnel into an occupant's leg. The front seat belt pretensioners use small explosions ...

• Nissan Frontier and Titan Owners Warned to Use Parking Brakes Nissan recalls 180,000 trucks at risk of rolling away when shifted into PARK.

  

  Jul 1, 2022 — More than 180,000 Nissan Frontier and Titan trucks are recalled because they could roll away even when the trucks are shifted into PARK. Nissan is warning 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan owners to engage the parking brakes every time they park their trucks. Nissan received a report in June 2021 alleging a 2020 Frontier began to move after the driver shifted into PARK, but the dealer was unable to replicate the problem. Nissan took the transmission and sent it ...

• Ford Windshield Recall Includes Broncos and Rangers Ford recalls 63,000 Bronco and Ranger vehicles because the windhields can detach.

  

  Jun 30, 2022 — A Ford windshield recall involves more than 63,000 model year 2022 Ford Bronco and Ford Ranger vehicles because the windshields may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicles. The inadequate bonding can allow the windshields to detach. Ford began looking into the windshield problem in April when a Bronco owner had a concern about urethane used on the windshield. Ford searched the data and discovered eight of 65 vehicles didn't meet Ford's windshield ...

• Kia Recalls Sorento Hybrids To Prevent Seat Belt Pretensioner Injuries Kia recalls 2021-2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.

  

  Jun 29, 2022 — Kia exploding seat belt pretensioners have caused another recall to prevent the driver's side and passenger-side pretensioners from harming occupants. About 18,000 model year 2021-2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles are involved in the U.S. and Canada. The Kia front seat belt pretensioners use pyrotechnics to quickly deploy the pretensioners, but too much pressure of the pretensioner pipes can cause explosions and fires in ...

• Nissan Pathfinder Hood Latch Recall Follows Investigation Nissan recalls 360,000 Pathfinders with hoods that may fly open while driving.

  

  Jun 28, 2022 — A Nissan Pathfinder hood latch recall follows a federal investigation into why the hoods suddenly fly open while driving. The 2013-2016 Nissan Pathfinder hood latch recall involves nearly 360,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada. The government opened an investigation into Pathfinder hood latches in December 2021 after receiving 14 reports which said the hoods opened when the latches failed. According to Nissan, the hood can open while driving if the primary ...

• Ford F-150 Lightning Recall Issued Over Tire Pressure Values Ford recalls 2,900 F-150 Lightning electric trucks that may have tire pressure lights that fail.

  

  Jun 27, 2022 — A 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning recall includes about 2,900 electric trucks due to problems with the tire pressure monitoring systems. The system lights may not activate when the tire pressure is too low. Ford says the 2022 F-150 Lightning recommended cold inflation tire pressure was set to 35 psi rather than the correct pressure of 42 psi. The Ford F-150 Lightning trucks are equipped with 20-inch or 22-inch all-season tires, and about 220 of the trucks are ...

• Toyota Recalls Tundras With Axle Problems Toyota recalls 51,000 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks with axle nuts that can fall off.

  

  Jun 25, 2022 — A 2022 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid recall involves about 51,000 trucks because of axle problems. The Tundra trucks have rear axle nuts that can loosen and fall off, causing the axle shaft sub-assembly to detach from the axle. The Toyota Tundra is equipped with an axle housing, axle shaft sub-assemblies and a differential carrier assembly. Each axle shaft sub-assembly is secured to the axle housing using studs and flange nuts. But the flange nuts can ...

• Cadillac XT5, XT6 and GMC Acadia Vehicles Recalled For Suspensions GM recalls about 800 vehicles with rear suspension toe links that may be loose or missing.

  

  Jun 24, 2022 — About 800 General Motors vehicles are recalled because of rear suspension toe links that may become loose or separate on 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6 and GMC Acadia vehicles. GM says the left rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly. GM dealers will inspect the suspensions and replace the fasteners if they are loose or missing. Owner recall letters are expected to be mailed August 1, 2022. Cadillac customers may call 800-458-8006 and GMC ...

• Some 2020 Honda CR-Vs Need New Fuel Tanks Honda recalls more than 200 CR-Vs because of inaccurate fuel gauge readings.

  

  Jun 23, 2022 — A Honda CR-V fuel tank recall involves about 212 vehicles that may show drivers the wrong fuel gauge readings. The recalled 2020 Honda CR-V SUVs have clips for the absorbers inside the fuel tanks which were not properly secured. The faulty fuel level readings can be caused by detached absorber clips located in the fuel tanks. Honda CR-V fuel tank recall letters will be mailed July 5, 2022. Honda dealers will replace the CR-V fuel tanks, but owners with ...

• 2023 Toyota bZ4X Wheels Can Fall Off: Stop Driving Toyota says all the lug bolts can loosen. Dealers will pick up the SUVs and provide loaner vehicles.

  

  Jun 23, 2022 — Toyota is warning 2023 bZ4X and 2023 Subaru Solterra electric SUV owners in the U.S. to stop driving their vehicles because the wheels could fall off. About 660 vehicles have hub bolts on the wheels that can loosen after a period of low mileage. Toyota says all the bolts on a wheel can loosen to the point of the wheel detaching. However, Toyota is still trying to determine why the problem occurs. Because Toyota doesn't know what the problem is, dealers ...

• Honda Ridgeline Frame Rust Recall: Buybacks Possible Honda recalls 112,000 Ridgeline trucks sold in cold weather states where road salt is applied.

  

  Jun 22, 2022 — A Honda Ridgeline frame rust recall includes more than 144,000 model year 2006-2014 Ridgeline trucks originally sold in these states where road salt is applied in cold weather. Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C. and Wisconsin. A Honda Ridgeline frame ...

• Cadillac XT6 SUVs Recalled For Brake Fluid Reservoir Caps GM recalls about 250 Cadillac XT6 vehicles that may have missing warning labels.

  

  Jun 22, 2022 — A 2022 Cadillac XT6 recall of about 250 SUVs has been announced because the brake fluid reservoir caps may be missing the warning labels. Cadillac says this is a violation of safety standards. About 20 of the Cadillac XT6 vehicles are recalled in Canada. Cadillac XT6 recall letters are expected to be mailed July 18, 2022. Cadillac dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir caps and replace them if necessary. If you own a 2022 Cadillac XT6 and want to ...

• Chevy Traverse Airbag Exploded, GM Announces Recall GM recalls about 3,000 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia vehicles following crash.

  

  Jun 21, 2022 — General Motors front driver's side airbags may explode if they are installed in 2015 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia vehicles. About 3,000 vehicles are recalled because the ARC Automotive driver's airbag inflators may explode. In November 2021, GM received a letter from an attorney who was representing the owner of a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse that was involved in a crash. The attorney said the driver's side airbag inflator exploded in the ...

• Ford Bronco Recall Issued For Child Safety Locks Ford recalls 53,000 Broncos with rear child safety locks that allow the doors to be opened.

  

  Jun 19, 2022 — Ford has recalled more than 53,000 model year 2021-2022 four-door Bronco SUVs because the passenger-side rear doors may be opened from the inside when the child safety locks are engaged. This makes the rear passenger child safety lock useless for its intended purpose even though the lock says, "ON." According to Ford, an investigation was opened in March following reports of 2021-2022 Bronco child safety locks that weren't working. Engineers found instances ...

• Ford Mustang Mach-E SUVs Losing Drive Power: Recall Ford recalls 56,000 SUVs because the high-voltage battery main contacts can overheat.

  

  Jun 19, 2022 — Ford has recalled 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E vehicles because the high-voltage battery main contacts may overheat and leave drivers with no drive power. Ford says it can repair the problem by performing software updates on about 49,000 Mustang Mach-E SUVs in the U.S.. According to Ford, direct current (DC) fast charging and repeated wide open accelerator pedal events can cause the high-voltage battery main contactors to overheat. This can cause electrical ...

• Ford Recalls Transits That May Have Instrument Panel Problems More than 30,000 Ford Transit vans may lose their telltale warning lights and gauges.

  

  Jun 18, 2022 — A 2022 Ford Transit recall involves more than 30,000 vans equipped with instrument panel clusters that may have warning lights and gauges that fail. The Ford Transit instrument panel cluster may not illuminate the telltale warning lights or gauges, a problem first discovered at the Kansas City assembly plant in May. The 2022 Ford Transit van instrument panel cluster illuminated a few telltale warning lights when the ignition was turned on at startup. But ...

• Porsche Taycan Recall Ordered Over Center Screens and Cameras Porsche recalls 12,400 cars due to problems with central computer software errors.

  

  Jun 18, 2022 — A Porsche Taycan recall includes more than 12,400 vehicles with center screens, rearview camera images and touch panels that can fail from software errors. The 2020-2022 Porsche Taycans can also suffer from top-view images that flicker, but the instrument panel clusters remain operational. In March, a review of warranty cases from the field showed flicking rearview camera images and black central computer screens when the ignition switches were turned ...

• Ram Truck Recall Issued For Backup Camera Failures Chrysler recalls 122,000 Ram trucks that may have radio software that takes out the cameras.

  

  Jun 17, 2022 — Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 122,000 Ram trucks with backup cameras that can fail to display the rearview images. The recall involves 2022 Ram 1500 and 2500 pickup trucks, and 2022 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab trucks with gross vehicle weight ratings less than 10,000 lbs. According to FCA, the rearview camera images can fail due to the software used for the radio. FCA discovered the backup camera image problem in November 2021 at an assembly plant while ...

• Chrysler ABS Module Repairs Forthcoming: Recall Issued FCA recalls more than 270,000 Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees.

  

  Jun 17, 2022 — Chrysler ABS module repairs are necessary based on a recall of more than 270,000 model year 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUVs. However, Fiat Chrysler isn't sure how the ABS module repairs will be performed. According to the automaker, a malfunction in the anti-lock brake system module may cause the brake lights to activate, and the SUV can be started or shifted out of PARK even though the driver isn't pressing the brake pedal. Until ...

• Ford F-150 Trailer Brake Controller Kits Recalled Ford says the trailer brake controller kits can cause the trailer brakes to fail.

  

  Jun 16, 2022 — A Ford F-150 trailer brake controller recall affects more than 7,500 kits that were either installed by dealers are purchased over-the-counter in the U.S. and Canada. The trailer brake controller recall involves part numbers ML3Z-19H332-AA, ML3Z-19H332-BA and ML3Z-19H332-CA which are sold for 2021-2022 Ford F-150 trucks. According to Ford, the trailer brake controllers may fail to apply the trailer brakes when towing a trailer equipped with an electric or ...

• Chrysler CP4 Fuel Pump Recall Includes Jeeps and Rams About 195,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 vehicles could stall from Bosch fuel pump failures.

  

  Jun 16, 2022 — A Fiat Chrysler (FCA) CP4 fuel pump recall has been announced for nearly 195,000 model year 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The recall, which includes Jeeps and Rams in the U.S. and Canada, was issued because the Bosch CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pumps may fail and send debris into the fuel systems. This can shut down the vehicles due to fuel starvation. Chrysler opened an investigation in February ...

• Ford Gear Shifter Bushing Recall Affects 3.3 Million Vehicles Recall includes Ford Escape, C-Max, Fusion, Edge and Transit Connect vehicles.

  

  Jun 15, 2022 — A Ford gear shifter cable bushing recall involves more than 3.3 million of these vehicles at risk of rolling away even when shifted into PARK. 2013-2019 Ford Escape 2013-2018 Ford C-Max 2013-2016 Ford Fusion 2013-2021 Ford Transit Connect 2015-2018 Ford Edge In addition to the rollaway danger, Ford says a damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear. The problematic parts are Hilex Hytrel 4556 ...

• Ford Label Problems Cause Truck and Van Recall Safety certification labels are missing the tire size, rim type and tire pressure values.

  

  Jun 13, 2022 — Ford is recalling nearly 6,000 vehicles equipped with safety certification labels that are missing the tire size, rim type and tire pressure values for both the front and rear axles. The recalled Ford vehicles include these models in the U.S. and Canada. 2022 Ford F-250 2022 Ford F-350 2022 Ford F-450 2022 Ford F-550 2022 Ford F-600 2023 Ford E-Series 2016 Ford E-Series 2017 and 2019 Ford F-450 2021 Ford F-350 2021 Ford ...

• Ford Mustangs Recalled For Backup Light and Camera Failures Ford recalls 29,000 Mustangs following at least 200 warranty claims.

  

  Jun 10, 2022 — A Ford Mustang recall has been announced for nearly 29,000 cars equipped with 5.0L engines and manual transmissions. The powertrain control modules may send out fault signals by mistake and cause failures of the backup cameras, backup lights and the driver-assist features. According to Ford, 2019-2020 Mustangs need updates to the powertrain control module software to keep the backup cameras and lights working, in addition to preventing the loss of traction ...

• Goodyear G159 Tire Recall Follows 8 Alleged Deaths Government says Goodyear waited 20 years too long to recall G159 275/70R22.5 tires.

  

  Jun 8, 2022 — A Goodyear G159 tire recall involves more than 173,000 size 275/70R22.5 tires imprinted with DOT date codes 046 through 0403. The Goodyear G159 recall occurs nearly 20 years after the last G159 tire came off the assembly line. And as recently as March Goodyear was still refusing to recall the tires that are typically installed on motorhomes. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the G159 tread may separate and cause a driver to ...

• Hyundai NEXO Vehicles Recalled For Hydrogen Leaks Hyundai recalls about 70 NEXOs at risk of fires from hydrogen leaks.

  

  May 27, 2022 — Hyundai is recalling about 70 model year 2019 NEXO vehicles because hydrogen leaks could cause vehicle fires. According to Hyundai, the inlet receptacle filter could detach and cause a hydrogen fuel leak following hydrogen refueling. Hyundai NEXO recall notices will be mailed June 6, 2022, and dealers will replace the hydrogen fuel inlet receptacles. Hyundai NEXO owners may contact Hyundai at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is ...

• Mercedes eCall Recall Issued Over SIM Card Failures Mercedes-Benz recalls more than 254,000 vehicles with eCall emergency systems that fail.

  

  May 27, 2022 — A Mercedes eCall recall includes more than 254,000 vehicles equipped with emergency call systems that may fail due to errors in the SIM card software of the communication modules. The problem can cause the mobile network connections to fail, leaving Mercedes occupants unable to use the systems in emergencies. The Mercedes eCall recall affects numerous models. 2019-2021 Freightliner Sprinter 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees Recalled Chrysler recalls more than 1,300 Dodge and Jeep vehicles that may lose drive power.

  

  May 26, 2022 — Chrysler is recalling more than 1,300 SUVs because they could suddenly stop moving forward while driving. Recalled are 2021 Dodge Durango, 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. Fiat Chrysler says the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves may stick open and cause an unexpected loss of drive power. EGR valve recall notices should be mailed June 17, 2022, and dealers will ...

• 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokees Recalled Over Hazard Lights About 20 model year 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles recalled.

  

  May 25, 2022 — Jeep Grand Cherokee hazard light problems have caused a recall of about 20 model year 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The Grand Cherokee hazard lights may flash when the brake pedal is applied. Jeep Grand Cherokee hazard light recall notices are expected to be mailed July 1, 2022. Jeep dealers will update the body control modules. Owners of 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L vehicles may call 800-853-1403. Jeep's ...

• Hyundai Pretensioner Recall Affects Accent and Elantra Hyundai recalls 281,000 cars after injuries were caused by seat belt pretensioners that exploded.

  

  May 24, 2022 — A Hyundai seat belt pretensioner recall includes about 281,000 Accent, Elantra and Elantra Hybrid cars with pretensioners at risk of exploding when they deploy. The recall affects both front seat pretensioners, and any Hyundai Accent, Elantra and Elantra Hybrid vehicles that have already been recalled for the same problem will need to be repaired again. Seat belt pretensioners deploy in a crash and work in conjunction with airbags to better secure ...

• Mitsubishi Outlander Recall Issued For Seat Belt Problems Mitsubishi recalls about 3,000 Outlanders to help owners secure their child seats.

  

  May 20, 2022 — A 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander seat belt recall affects nearly 3,000 SUVs with automatic locking retractors in the right front, second-row right and second-row left seat belt assemblies that may deactivate before the seat belts are fully retracted. This will be a problem when using a child restraint system that won't be secured due to the retractor problems. Mitsubishi blames the problem on a bearing plate located inside the seat belt automatic locking retractor ...

• Ford Engine Fires: Park Your Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators Outside At least 16 Ford and Lincoln underhood engine compartment fires cause recall of nearly 42,000 SUVs.

  

  May 19, 2022 — A Ford and Lincoln engine fire recall involves nearly 42,000 model year 2021 Ford Expedition and 2021 Lincoln Navigator SUVs that could catch fire while parked or while driving. Ford is warning owners to park outside and away from anything that could burn. Even though several fires have been reported and Ford engineers have been trying to determine why, the automaker doesn't know how or why the vehicles caught fire. Ford opened an investigation in March ...

• Ford Recalls Super Duty Trucks Over Steering Wheel Clock Springs Ford recalls 310,000 F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty trucks for airbag failures.

  

  May 19, 2022 — Ford is recalling more than 310,000 model year 2016 F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty trucks to replace the steering wheel clock springs. According to Ford, the driver-side airbag may fail if dust builds up in the steering wheel clock springs and disconnects the electrical connections. Ford learned of a problem in October 2021 when a Super Duty steering wheel clock spring warranty claim was reviewed after the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

• Recall: Park Your 2022 Kia EV6 on Level Ground Kia recalls more than 9,000 EV6 SUVs because they could roll away.

  

  May 18, 2022 — A 2022 Kia EV6 recall includes more than 9,000 SUVs that should be parked on level ground because the vehicles may roll away. Kia says the EV6 SUVs may have software errors in the shifter control units that can disengage the parking mechanisms. According to Kia, the 2022 EV6 is equipped with a shift-by-wire system that contains a shifter control unit and a parking pawl actuator motor. But Kia says the command signal from the control unit may be affected by ...

• Hyundai Recalls Ioniq 5 SUVs After Rollaway Incidents Hyundai recalls 11,000 vehicles that may roll away if not parked on level ground.

  

  May 18, 2022 — Hyundai has recalled its 2022 Ioniq 5 SUVs to fix software errors that can cause the vehicles to roll away. Nearly 11,000 owners of 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 vehicles are warned to use the electronic parking brakes until dealers repair the Ioniq 5 SUVs. The problem is a software error in the shifter control unit that may disengage the parking mechanism. The SUVs are equipped with shift-by-wire systems which contain shifter control units and electronic parking ...

• Hyundai Recalls 2 Accents With Steering Columns That Can Detach Hyundai says a loose bolt may cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack.

  

  May 12, 2022 — Hyundai is recalling two model year 2021-2022 Accent cars because the steering column bolts may not be tight. This can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control. Hyundai will mail recall notices July 5, 2022, and dealers will tighten the lower steering column U-joint retention bolts. Hyundai can be reached at ...

• Kia Recalls 2021-2022 Rio and Forte Vehicles Kia Forte and Rio steering columns may detach due to loose bolts.

  

  May 12, 2022 — Kia is recalling 30 model year 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles because the steering column bolts may not be tight. This can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control. Kia will mail recall notices May 27, 2022, and dealers will tighten the lower steering column U-joint retention bolts. Kia owners may call ...

• Mercedes Brake Booster Recall Includes ML-Class, GL-Class and R-Class Mercedes says owners should not drive nearly 324,000 vehicles due to brake booster problems.

  

  May 12, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz brake booster recall involves nearly 324,000 ML-Class, GL-Class and R-Class vehicles at risk of brake problems in the U.S. and Canada. Worldwide, about 1 million Mercedes vehicles are affected. Mercedes is warning owners to park and not drive their vehicles until the brake boosters have been inspected. The automaker says moisture can build up and corrode the brake booster housing units which can cause reduced brake performance and brake ...

• Hyundai Sonata Fuel Hose Recall Issued, Again Hyundai recalls more than 215,000 cars with fuel hoses that may leak and cause fires.

  

  May 11, 2022 — A Hyundai Sonata fuel hose recall includes more than 215,000 cars that could experience fuel leaks and fires. The 2013-2014 Sonatas have low-pressure fuel hoses that connect the low-pressure fuel pumps to the direct injection fuel pumps. But the fuel hoses on the older cars may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartments. In February 2020, Kia recalled Optimas and Hyundai recalled Sonatas due to fuel hose leaks, then in February ...

• Tesla Infotainment Screen Failures Cause Recall Tesla recalls about 130,000 Model S, Model X, Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.

  

  May 10, 2022 — Tesla infotainment system problems have caused a recall of nearly 130,000 model year 2021-2022 Model S, Model X and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. Tesla says the central processing unit (CPU) for the infotainment system may not cool down to prevent higher than expected temperatures during fast charging or preparation for fast charging. This can cause the CPU to restart which can cause the center screen to lag or go ...

• Toyota Tundra Recall Issued For Rearview Camera Image Failures Toyota recalls more than 18,000 trucks equipped with Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) systems.

  

  May 6, 2022 — A 2022 Toyota Tundra recall of more than 18,000 trucks has been announced for Tundras equipped with Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) systems. The 2022 Toyota Tundra trucks have parking assist electronic control unit (ECU) software which may prevent transmission of the rearview camera signal during cold weather. This will prevent the rearview images from displaying on the screens. The Panoramic View Monitor system uses multiple individual cameras located around ...

• Mercedes Recalls GLC-Class Vehicles For Headlight Failures Mercedes recalls GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic, AMG GLC 43 4Matic.

  

  May 3, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 150 GLC-Class vehicles because the headlights can fail from moisture damaging the electrical connections. Recalled are 2021 Mercedes GLC 300, GLC 300 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 4Matic, AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic and AMG GLC 43 4Matic vehicles. Mercedes dealers will replace the headlight sealing plugs once recall notices are mailed June 14, 2022. Mercedes-Benz GLC owners may call ...

• VW Recalls Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport Vehicles 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles need new long fuel injectors.

  

  May 3, 2022 — Volkswagen is recalling more than 1,500 Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because the long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters. The 2021-2022 Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles will need new long fuel injectors once recall notices are mailed June 10, 2022. VW owners may call 800-893-5298 and use recall number ...

• Porsche Taycans Recalled For Front Seat Wire Harnesses Porsche recalls 9,500 Taycan vehicles because the airbags could fail from damaged wire harnesses.

  

  May 3, 2022 — A Porsche Taycan recall involves more than 9,500 model year 2020-2021 Taycans with front driver and passenger seat wire harnesses may be damaged from using the horizontal seat adjustments. A damaged front seat wire harness can deactivate the Taycan airbags. Porsche learned about several Taycan seat adjustment complaints that were caused by the fabric sheath getting caught in the seat adjustment mechanism. Porsche began monitoring Taycan complaints but ...

• 2022 Nissan Rogues Need New Fuel Tanks More than 50 Nissan Rogue SUVs may have fuel tanks that are too thin on the bottom walls.

  

  May 2, 2022 — Nissan is recalling more than 50 model year 2022 Nissan Rogues because the bottom walls of the fuel tanks may be too thin and too easy to puncture. Nissan says the problem occurred during manufacturing and will be fixed when dealers replace the gas tank assemblies. Nissan dealers will also install new lock rings, gaskets and o-ring seals. Nissan Rogue owners will receive recall letters in May 2022, but concerned owners may call 800-867-7669. Nissan's ...

• Hyundai NEXO Owners Should Park Outside Hyundai recalls more than 900 NEXO SUVs for faulty hydrogen gas detection sensors.

  

  May 2, 2022 — A Hyundai NEXO recall includes more than 900 vehicles that should be parked outside and away from things that could burn, at least until the SUVs are repaired by dealerships. The warning is because the 2019-2021 Hyundai NEXO vehicles may catch fire while parked or while driving. The NEXO hydrogen gas detection sensors may degrade and result in the inability to detect leaks in the hydrogen gas delivery system. Degraded sensors will also prevent a warning light ...

• Jeep Grand Cherokees Recalled For Turn Signal Problems Chrysler recalls about 70 SUVs because drivers may not know if the turn signals fail.

  

  May 2, 2022 —  A 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L turn signal recall involves about 70 SUVs in Canada and the U.S. The Jeep Grand Cherokees may have software errors that could prevent drivers from knowing if the turn signals fail. Owners of 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs will receive recall notices in June 2022. Chrysler dealers will update the body control module software. Grand Cherokee owners with questions should call 800-853-1403. ...

• Bentley Bentayga SUVs Recalled For Seat Problems Bentley recalls more than 2,000 SUVs with second-row seats that may fail in crashes.

  

  May 2, 2022 — More than 2,000 Bentley Bentayga SUVs are recalled because the second-row seats may not be installed correctly in the 2021-2022 vehicles. The problem is the seats that may not be locked on all the seat rails in the $200,000 vehicles, something that could cause problems in crash impacts. Bentley Bentayga owners should watch for recall notices after May 16, 2022. Dealers will reset the second-row seat rail positions. Bentley Bentayga customers can reach the ...

• Tesla Model 3 Performance Cars Recalled Tesla Model 3 Performance may not show a unit of speed while in Track Mode.

  

  May 1, 2022 — Tesla is recalling more than 48,000 Model 3 Performance cars because the speedometers may fail while in Track Mode. The 2018-2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance cars are designed to increase performance on a closed track, and the user interface may correctly display the speed but not a unit of speed, such as mph or km/h. Federal safety standard 101 S5.2 requires a correct unit of speed to be displayed, and Tesla is in violation of the standard because Track Mode ...

• Ford Explorers Recalled Over Driveshaft Failures Ford recalls more than 252,000 Explorers to prevent them from rolling away.

  

  Apr 29, 2022 — A Ford Explorer recall includes more than 252,000 vehicles because the driveshafts may disconnect and allow the Explorers to roll away. Recalled are these vehicles with rear axle horizontal mounting bolts that may break and cause the driveshafts to disconnect. 2020-2021 Ford Explorer Police Hybrid Electric 2020-2021 Ford Explorer Police 3.3L 2020-2022 Ford Explorer 2.3L RWD 2020-2022 Ford Explorer Plug-in Hybrid Electric 3.0L 2020-2022 Ford ...

• BMW Recalls Vehicles For Sunroof Software Problems BMW recalls 61,000 vehicles because the sunroof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly.

  

  Apr 28, 2022 — A BMW recall has been announced for more than 61,000 of these vehicles because of problems with the sunroofs. 2022 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) 2019-2022 BMW X5 sDrive40i 2019-2022 BMW X5 xDrive40i 2019-2022 BMW X5 xDrive50i 2019-2022 BMW X5 M50i 2019-2022 BMW X5M 2021-2022 BMW X5 xdrive45e 2020-2022 BMW X6 sDrive40i 2020-2022 BMW X6 xDrive40i 2020-2022 BMW X6 xDrive50i 2020-2022 BMW ...

• Ford Recalls F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty Trucks Ford trucks could roll away if washers in the transmissions fall apart.

  

  Apr 26, 2022 — A Ford Super Duty truck recall involves more than 23,000 vehicles at risk of transmission problems that could cause the trucks to roll away. Recalled are 2020 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. According to Ford, the pinion thrust washer within the 10R140 transmission planetary four carrier assembly can disintegrate and cause metallic debris to contaminate the gearset and damage the gear teeth. The ...

• Ford Recalls 2022 F-150 Trucks For Steering Column Problems Ford recalls more than 19,000 F-150s with power-adjustable telescoping steering columns.

  

  Apr 24, 2022 — Ford has trouble with more than 19,000 model year 2022 F-150 trucks equipped with power-adjustable telescoping steering columns. Ford says the F-150 steering column connector wiring may be too short and could be damaged if the steering column is fully extended. This could prevent the telescoping steering column from moving as intended in a crash. Specifically, the steering column may not collapse as intended in a crash. Ford learned of an issue in February ...

• Ford Recalls F-Series Trucks Over Backup Camera Problems Ford rearview camera recall includes F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 trucks.

  

  Apr 24, 2022 — A Ford backup camera recall involves about 22,000 of these F-Series trucks due to faulty electrical connections inside the rearview cameras. 2019 Ford F-150 2019 Ford F-250 2019 Ford F-350 2019 Ford F-450 2019 Ford F-550 According to Ford, the truck backup camera, manufactured by Magna Electronics, may cause the display screen to show a blank or distorted image due to electrical problems in the printed circuit board (PCB) within the ...

• Ford Recalls Escapes For Detached Gear Shift Cables Ford says 2015 Escapes may seem to be in PARK even though they aren't.

  

  Apr 23, 2022 — A Ford Escape recall involves more than 96,000 vehicles that may not shift into the intended gear, may move in an unexpected direction or the Escapes may roll after the driver shifts into PARK. The 2015 Ford Escapes, equipped with 2-liter engines, have shift cable bushings that may detach. Those bushings attach the shifter cables to the transmissions, and a detached shift cable can cause the above symptoms. According to Ford, the bushing can breakdown and ...

• Nissan Sentra Headlight Replacement Recall Affects 6,000 Cars Nissan will replace the Sentra right-hand LED headlights that may be misaligned.

  

  Apr 22, 2022 — A Nissan Sentra headlight replacement recall has been announced for about 6,000 model year 2020 Sentras equipped with LED headlights. The recall applies only to the right-hand headlights that may not be aimed correctly. According to the replacement headlight recall, the 2020 Sentra cars don't meet federal safety standards because the right-hand lights were misaligned during manufacturing in Mexico. Problems were discovered regarding right-hand LED ...

• Ford Windshield Wiper Recall Involves 650,000 Vehicles Ford says the windshield wiper arms may break while the wipers are in use.

  

  Apr 21, 2022 — A Ford windshield wiper recall involves more than 650,000 of these vehicles equipped with windshield wiper arms that may break. 2020-2021 Ford F-150 2020-2021 Ford Expedition 2020-2022 Ford F-250 2020-2022 Ford F-350 2020-2022 Ford F-450 2020-2022 Ford F-550 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator In August 2021, Ford was told about a Ford Expedition with windshield wiper splines that were stripped. Ford says the passenger and driver wiper ...

• Mercedes Vehicles At Risk of Fires Under the Seats: Recall Mercedes-Benz recalls 24,000 vehicles that may have loose 48V ground connection bolts.

  

  Apr 20, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz recall affects multiple models at risk of fires from the 48-volt ground connections under the front passenger seats. Mercedes says a ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection may not be secured properly which can cause the electrical cable to overheat. About 21,000 of these vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and 3,261 are recalled in Canada. 2020-2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 2020-2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz ...

• Mercedes Recalls Many Models For Backup Camera Failures Mercedes-Benz recalls 137,000 vehicles because software errors can mess with the rearview cameras.

  

  Apr 19, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz backup camera failures have caused a recall of more than 137,000 vehicles that may have software errors that leave drivers without the rearview images. In total, 126,443 of these vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and 10,556 are recalled in Canada. 2018-2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class 2018-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 2018-2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 2018-2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2018-2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2018-2021 ...

• Lexus NX SUVs Recalled Because the Shocks May Detach Lexus NX and NX Hybrid shock absorbers may separate due to missing spot welds.

  

  Apr 14, 2022 — A 2022 Lexus NX recall involves about 4,700 SUVs because the front shocks may be missing welds where the shock absorbers are mounted to the body panels. The 2022 Lexus NX and NX Hybrid shock absorbers may separate from their mounting areas and cause a loss of stability. The Lexus NX vehicles have body panels spot-welded to the left and right front shock absorber mounting areas, but during manufacturing some of the welds may have been missed. This can cause ...

• Tesla Boombox Recall Includes 600,000 Vehicles Tesla expands previous Boombox recall to include vehicles with Summon or Smart Summon.

  

  Apr 14, 2022 — A Tesla Boombox recall has been expanded following a February Boombox recall to disable the feature when the vehicle is in DRIVE, NEUTRAL or REVERSE. This expanded recall supersedes the February recall and includes about 600,000 model year 2020-2022 Tesla Model Y, Model X, Model S and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, but those sounds could block the ...

• Tesla Recalls Model X SUVs Over Side Curtain Airbag Problems Tesla recalls more than 7,200 SUVs after finding that rolling down the windows cause airbag failures

  

  Apr 14, 2022 — Tesla Model X SUVs may suffer from front side curtain airbag problems as rolling down the front windows may cause the airbags to fail. More than 7,200 model year 2021-2022 Model X SUVs are involved in the recall. According to Tesla, rolling down a front window can cause the side curtain airbag to make contact with the A-pillar trim when the airbag deploys. Tesla noticed problems in December 2021 when testing a Model X, finding a problem with the deployment ...

• VW Tiguan Rear Hatch Spoiler Recall: Spoilers May Detach Volkswagen recalls 6,500 Tiguan and Tiguan long wheel base vehicles.

  

  Apr 13, 2022 — A Volkswagen Tiguan rear hatch spoiler recall includes more than 6,500 model year 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2018-2021 Tiguan long wheel base vehicles because the spoilers may detach from the vehicles. Volkswagen says the rear hatch spoiler can loosen and fall off because of poor adhesion, making the spoiler a serious hazard for other vehicles and their occupants. VW says the entire problem was caused by the rear hatch spoiler installation instructions, which ...

• Toyota Recalls 500,000 Vehicles Due To Software Errors The vehicle stability control system may not default to ON when starting the vehicle.

  

  Apr 13, 2022 — Toyota is recalling more than 500,000 vehicles because a software error can cause the vehicle stability control system not to default to ON the next time the vehicle is started. About 460,000 of these recalled vehicles are in the U.S. and 41,000 are in Canada. 2021-2022 Toyota Venza 2021-2022 Toyota Mirai 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2021-2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime 2021-2022 Toyota Sienna Hybrid 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2022 Lexus ...

• Exploding Seat Belt Pretensioners Cause Recall of Hyundai Cars Hyundai recalls 6,200 Accents and Elantras after occupants were injured by metal fragments.

  

  Apr 10, 2022 — Another Hyundai exploding seat belt pretensioner recall has been announced following a 2021 Hyundai pretensioner recall and a March 2022 Kia exploding pretensioner recall. According to Hyundai, the front driver and passenger seat belt pretensioners in more than 6,200 model year 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles use pyrotechnics to deploy the pretensioners in a crash. Those pretensioners tighten the seat belts against occupants in crash impacts, but ...

• Tesla Backup Camera Recall Affects Model 3, S and X Tesla recalls about 1,000 vehicles with rearview camera images that may go blank.

  

  Apr 9, 2022 — Tesla is recalling nearly 1,000 model year 2018-2019 Model S, Model X and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5. Tesla says the rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse, a violation of federal safety standards. Tesla says the computers can reset in vehicles running firmware releases between 2021.44.25 and 2021.44.25.2. If the problem occurs, the rearview camera display will appear blank when ...

• GM Recalls Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse GM recalls about 100 vehicles with roof rail problems that cause airbag failures.

  

  Apr 9, 2022 — General Motors roof rail airbag problems have caused a recall of about 100 model year 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. GM says the harness connector to the left or right side roof rail airbag may have incompatible electrical terminals, a problem that could cause airbag failures. GM will mail recall letters around May 16, 2022, and dealerships will replace the harness connectors to the roof rail airbags. Buick Enclave owners ...

• Land Rover Recalls Range Rovers and Range Rover Sports Land Rover vehicles may have problems with the driver-side seat belt emergency locking retractors.

  

  Apr 9, 2022 — Land Rover is recalling more than 14,800 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport SUVs because the driver-side seat belt emergency locking retractors may not lock as they should. The 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport seat belts may not protect occupants, especially when braking hard before a crash. The emergency locking retractor is equipped with a vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism and a webbing-sensitive locking mechanism, but the problem is with ...

• Lincoln Aviators Recalled For Loss of Drive Power Nearly 600 Lincoln Aviators with plug-in hybrid powertrains may need new harnesses.

  

  Apr 8, 2022 — A 2022 Lincoln Aviator recall includes nearly 600 vehicles equipped with 3.0L plug-in hybrid powertrains. Lincoln says the inlet charge port harness bus bar may become unseated and cause the Aviator to lose drive power. Lincoln will mail Aviator recall letters April 18, 2022, and dealers will inspect the inlet charge port harness date code labels and replace the harnesses if needed. Lincoln Aviator owners may call 866-436-7332 and use recall number ...

• Hyundai Recalls Santa Cruz and Santa Fe Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles at risk of oil leaks and fires from turbo pipe leaks.

  

  Apr 8, 2022 — Hyundai is recalling about 16 model year 2022 Santa Fe and Santa Cruz vehicles because the oil supply pipes to the turbochargers may crack which could cause oil leaks in the engine compartments. Oil that leaks onto a hot engine or exhaust can cause a fire. Hyundai will mail recall letters May 27, 2022, and dealers will replace the Santa Fe and Santa Cruz turbocharger oil supply pipes. Hyundai owners may call 855-371-9460 and refer to recall number ...

• Kia Sorrento Recall Issued to Prevent Oil Leaks and Fires Kia says Sorrento turbocharger oil supply pipes may crack and leak oil onto hot components.

  

  Apr 8, 2022 — A 2022 Kia Sorento turbocharger oil supply pipe recall involves about 26 vehicles at risk of oil leaks and fires. The oil supply pipes could leak oil onto hot engine components, a problem that can be fixed by replacing the turbocharger oil supply pipes. Kia Sorento owner recall letters are expected to be mailed April 22, 2022. Kia dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipes. Kia Sorento owners with questions should call 800-333-4542. Kia's recall ...

• Volkswagen Has Suspension Knuckle Problems in Tiguan and Taos Vehicles VW recalls nearly 14,000 vehicles with suspension knuckles that may corrode and break.

  

  Apr 8, 2022 — Volkswagen has rear suspension knuckle problems in 2022 VW Tiguan, 2022 VW Taos and 2021 VW Tiguan long wheel base vehicles that have caused a recall of nearly 14,000 vehicles, with 3,582 of those vehicles recalled in Canada. According to VW, vehicles could lose stability control if the left or right rear suspension knuckles corrode, crack and break. Volkswagen learned of a suspension manufacturing problem while performing a lab test. "5x sporadic & ...

• Recall: GM Truck Hero Bed Covers May Detach Truck Hero tri-fold hard tonneau covers and tri-fold soft tonneau covers affected.

  

  Apr 7, 2022 — A GM Truck Hero bed cover recall involves more than 1,200 tri-fold hard tonneau covers and tri-fold soft tonneau covers sold as accessories for 2019-2022 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks. The recall was issued because the bed covers may become loose from the rails of the truck beds and detach while driving. General Motors dealers will possibly replace the hard tri-fold tonneau rails and clamps and add a tether. For soft tri-fold ...

• 2021 Ford F-150 Trucks May Suddenly Shift Into NEUTRAL Ford recalls 47,000 trucks that may have trouble with dianostic trouble code P0868.

  

  Apr 6, 2022 — A 2021 Ford F-150 recall includes more than 47,000 trucks because the transmissions may suddenly shift into NEUTRAL for no apparent reason. The 2021 Ford F-150 trucks may have problems with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for low transmission fluid that may activate when it shouldn't. The 2021 Ford F-150 trucks are equipped with 3.5L GTDI, 2.7L and 5.0L engines, 10R80 transmissions, and all the trucks were built between July 28, 2021, and December 20, ...

• Volkswagen ID4 Battery Recall Needed to Prevent Stalls VW recalls 2021 ID4 vehicles, but the automaker doesn't know how to repair the battery issues.

  

  Apr 6, 2022 — A Volkswagen ID4 battery recall involves more than 350 vehicles because there may have been problems with the soldering of the flexible printed circuits inside the high-voltage batteries. VW says this means the 2021 ID4 vehicles may stall while driving. The automaker doesn't yet know how dealerships will fix the problems, but ID4 recall notices are expected to be mailed May 13, 2022. VW ID4 owners may contact Volkswagen at 800-893-5298 and ask about recall ...

• Ford Recalls Transit Connect Vans For Loose Windshields Ford recalls 40,000 Transit and Transit Connect vans for two problems.

  

  Apr 5, 2022 — Ford has announced two recalls for Transit Connect and Transit vans. A Ford Transit Connect windshield recall involves nearly 40,000 vans with windshields that may have been installed with inadequate adhesion, a problem that could allow the windshields to detach from the vans. The recall affects model year 2016 and model year 2020 Transit Connects following at least 360 warranty claims and nearly 400 field reports related to loose or detached ...

• Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager Minivans Recalled FCA recalls more than 1,100 minivans because the second-row seats may not be secured.

  

  Apr 3, 2022 — Minivan problems have caused Fiat Chrysler (FCA) to recall more than 1,100 model year 2021-2022 Pacifica and 2021 Voyager vehicles to inspect the second-row seat cushion frames. The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor. Dealers may need to replace the second-row seat cushion frames. Minivan recall notices are expected to be mailed May 13, 2022, but concerned owners may call ...

• Mercedes Recalls Vehicles With Heated Leather Steering Wheels Mercedes-Benz recalls 8,300 vehicles with software errors that may affect the DISTRONIC systems.

  

  Apr 3, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz heated steering wheel recall involves more than 8,300 of the following vehicles equipped with heated leather steering wheels. 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 43 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS450 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS580 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT63 S 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLS450 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 2022 ...

• GM Windshield Wiper Recall Includes Equinox and Terrain General Motors recalls more than 681,000 SUVs following a previous recall and investigation.

  

  Apr 2, 2022 — A GM windshield wiper recall includes 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ball joints in the windshield wiper modules that may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail. More than 681,000 Equinox and Terrain SUVs are involved in the GM windshield wiper recall for dealerships to inspect and possibly replace the wiper modules. According to GM, the ball joints in the windshield wiper modules may become extremely ...

• Ford Recalls Bronco Sports and Escapes Following Engine Fires Ford recalls more than 345,000 vehicles that may suffer from oil leaks.

  

  Apr 2, 2022 — A Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Escape recall includes more than 345,000 SUVs equipped with 1.5L engines at risk of fires from oil leaks. According to Ford, the 2020-2022 Escapes and 2021-2022 Bronco Sports have engine oil separator housings that may crack and develop oil leaks. Leaking oil that makes contact with a hot ignition source may cause an engine fire. Ford says cracks at the edge of the oil separator housing can cause a loss of seal support which may ...

• Ford Recalls Trucks and SUVs For Trailer Brake Failures Ford recalls more than 391,000 vehicles with trailer brake problems caused by software errors.

  

  Apr 2, 2022 — A Ford recall involves more than 391,000 of these vehicles because software errors could cause a loss of trailer brakes on towed trailers equipped with electric or electric-over hydraulic brake systems. 2021-2022 Ford F-150 2022 Ford Maverick 2022 Ford Expedition 2022 Ford F-250 2022 Ford F-350 2022 Ford F-450 2022 Ford F-550 2022 Lincoln Navigator Ford says a software error within the trailer brake controller can result in ...

• Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUVs Recalled For Missing Welds Chrysler says more than 4,700 vehicles need to be inspected, dealers may replace the seat frames.

  

  Apr 2, 2022 — Chrysler has recalled 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUVs equipped with one of the following second-row seat configurations: 7-passenger 60/40 split bench or 6-passenger bucket seats. More than 4,700 Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUVs may have been built with missing welds from the seatback frames to the child seat tether anchorages. A missing weld violates federal safety standards and may allow the child seat tether to separate from the seat frame during a ...

• Hyundai Trunk Latch Recall Affects Sonata and Genesis G70 Hyundai recalls 66,000 vehicles because the trunk latch pawls may become damaged from heat.

  

  Apr 2, 2022 — A Hyundai trunk latch recall includes more than 66,000 model year 2020 Hyundai Sonata, 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. According to Hyundai, the trunk latch may become damaged and prevent the opening of the trunk from the inside. This is a violation of federal safety standards. According to Hyundai, the trunk latch pawl can contract in high ambient temperature. Opening the trunk lid can damage the pawl, causing the internal emergency ...

• Audi Turbocharger Oil Strainer Recall Affects 26,000 Vehicles Audi turbocharger failures blamed on clogged oil strainers that caused the vehicles to stall.

  

  Mar 30, 2022 — An Audi turbocharger oil strainer recall involves more than 26,000 of these vehicles. 2013-2017 Audi A8 2013-2017 Audi S6 Sedan 2013-2017 Audi S7 2013-2017 Audi S8 2014-2017 Audi RS7 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation at the end of March 2021 after 58 complaints about Audi vehicles that suddenly stalled without warning while driving. The vehicles are equipped with 4-liter twin-turbocharged engines, ...

• Mercedes Rear Turn Signals, Hazard and Backup Lights May Fail Mercedes-Benz recalls 9,100 EQS 450, EQS 580, S500 and S580 vehicles for software errors.

  

  Mar 27, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 9,100 vehicles with rear turn signals, hazard lights and backup lights that may not work. The recalled 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, EQS 580 and 2021 Mercedes-Benz S500 and S580 vehicles may have rear signal software errors. Mercedes drivers won't have any warning before the rear lights fail, but warning messages should illuminate once the lights fail. Mercedes-Benz opened an investigation in January 2021 after internal ...

• VW Recalls Golf GTI and Golf R Vehicles After Several Fires Volkswagen recalls 2022 models after multiple European engine compartment fires were reported.

  

  Mar 25, 2022 — A 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R recall includes more than 5,200 vehicles that may suffer from loose engine design covers when performing high acceleration driving maneuvers. What may not exactly sound like a dangerous problem could really cause a fire if the loose engine design cover touches the exhaust turbocharger and melts. In September 2021, VW received a claim in Europe about an engine compartment fire but the damage was so severe engineers ...

• GM Headlight Recall Issued Over Low-Beam Glare More than 740,000 GMC Terrain SUVs equipped with headlights that may be too bright.

  

  Mar 23, 2022 — A GM headlight recall over low-beam glare includes more than 740,000 model year 2010-2017 GMC Terrain SUVs after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration denied a petition from General Motors to skip the headlight recall. General Motors says a reflection from the headlight housing may illuminate "excessively bright light" in areas above the Terrain and outside the view of the driver. "A reflection caused by the headlamps’ housing can project a ...

• Mercedes Recalls AMG CLA 35 and GLA 250 Vehicles Mercedes-Benz says 4 vehicles have rear brake components that may detach.

  

  Mar 22, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling four 2020 AMG CLA 35 and 2021 GLA 250 vehicles because the rear brake caliper housing fasteners may be loose which can reduce brake performance or cause the rear brake components to detach from the vehicles. Mercedes will mail recall notices May 3, 2022. Mercedes dealers will tighten the fasteners on the rear brake caliper housings. Owners may call ...

• Kia Recalls Sorento Hybrids For Exploding Pretensioners Kia recalls 270 Sorento Hybrid and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.

  

  Mar 22, 2022 — Kia has serious seat belt pretensioner problems in 2022 Sorento Hybrid and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles at risk of having their pretensioners explode in a crash. About 270 Kia vehicles are recalled in the U.S. and Canada because both front seat belt pretensioners could blow up. A seat belt pretensioner uses a small quick explosion to pull the seat belt against an occupant in a crash, but they are supposed to explode in a way that won't send metal fragments ...

• Ford Master Cylinder Recall Follows 4 Crashes Ford recalls 215,000 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigators for master cylinder failures.

  

  Mar 22, 2022 — A Ford master cylinder recall has been announced for nearly 215,000 Ford F-150, Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles following four alleged crashes. According to the master cylinder recall, the 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, 2016-2017 Lincoln Navigator and 2016-2018 Ford F-150 vehicles are equipped with 3.5L EcoBoost engines. The Ford and Lincoln master cylinders may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster. This can ...

• Hummer EV Recall Issued For Tail Light Problems GM recalls 10 GMC Hummer EV SUVs because the tail lights may fail.

  

  Mar 21, 2022 —  General Motors is recalling 10 model year 2022 GMC Hummer EV SUVs with tail lights that may fail or may remain illuminated because of the tail light software. The problem could occur on one tail light or both. GM is expected to mail Hummer EV recall notices April 25, 2022, and dealerships will inspect and possibly replace the rear tail light assemblies. Owners of 2022 GMC Hummer EV SUVs may call 800-462-8782. GM's number for this tail light recall is ...

• Audi Recall Ordered For Inaccurate Fuel Level Readings Audi recalls 46,000 vehicles because the fuel level senders may get stuck.

  

  Mar 19, 2022 — Nearly 46,000 Audi drivers may see inaccurate fuel levels displayed on the instrument panels due to stuck fuel level senders. A recall is necessary to install new sensors in the fuel tanks of these Audi vehicles. 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant 2021 Audi RS 7 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 Audi, the distance between the fuel level ...

• Kia Cadenza Windshields May Loosen and Detach: Recall Kia recalls more than 30,000 Cadenza cars because there may not be enough windshield primer.

  

  Mar 19, 2022 — A Kia Cadenza windshield recall has been announced after Kia received at least 24 customer complaints and 256 warranty claims about loose Cadenza windshields. More than 30,300 windshields on the 2014-2016 Kia Cadenza cars need to be inspected and possibly removed and replaced. Kia began receiving complaints from Kia Cadenza owners about loose windshields and determined the windshield bonding wasn't good enough, something that could allow the windshield to ...

• VW Recalls Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas FL SUVs Volkswagen recalls 246,000 Atlas SUVs because the front side airbags may fail to work properly.

  

  Mar 18, 2022 — A Volkswagen Atlas recall involves more than 246,000 SUVs that may suffer from frontal side airbag problems, and VW currently doesn't know how the problem will be repaired. The recalled 2019-2020 VW Atlas, 2020-2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport and 2021-2023 VW Atlas FL SUVs may have door wiring harness electrical contacts that may corrode. This can affect the electrical connections and delay the deployment of the driver or passenger front side airbags during side ...

• Ford Edge Backup Camera Problems Cause Recall Ford recalls 78,300 Edge SUVs with backup camera images that may distort or disappear.

  

  Mar 18, 2022 — A Ford Edge backup camera recall includes more than 78,300 model year 2021-2022 Edge SUVs that have rearview camera displays that may show blank or distorted images. Edge drivers may also see backup camera screens with white or discolored images, lines across the screens or the words, “Camera is unavailable” if the images are lost for 10 seconds. "The SYNC software utilizes a low power mode to allow for quicker infotainment loading. When the analog video ...

• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans Recalled Over Torsion Bars Mercedes recalls 2,100 Sprinters that may suffer from control problems.

  

  Mar 17, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 2,100 Sprinter vans that could go out of control when the torsion bars fail at the connections between the bars and the linkage components. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter torsion bar shims may not have been assembled correctly. It's the eighth recall of the 2021 Sprinter. A supplier contacted Mercedes in June 2021 about assembly errors of the bolt connection between the torsion bar and torsion bar linkage, causing the ...

• Ford F-150 Windshield Wiper Motor Recall Affects 157,000 Trucks Ford says 2021 F-150 trucks are equipped with windshield wiper motors that fail.

  

  Mar 16, 2022 — A 2021 Ford F-150 windshield wiper motor recall involves more than 157,000 trucks because the wipers will fail when the motors fail. Ford began receiving windshield wiper failure complaints in March 2021 and the wiper motor supplier said 12 motors had been returned in a three-month period. The windshield wiper motors showed evidence of problems with the quality of the welds of the brush plates. Ford and the supplier monitored the field as more wiper motor ...

• Chrysler Recalls Ram 2500, Ram 3500 and Dodge Durango Recall includes 400,000 vehicles with anti-lock braking system control module problems.

  

  Mar 15, 2022 — Chrysler is recalling 2019-2022 Ram 2500, 2019-2022 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles because the anti-lock braking system (ABS) control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) warning light from illuminating. More than 400,000 vehicles are involved in the recall because the vehicles fail to comply with federal safety standards. "The vehicle must be equipped with a telltale that provides a warning to the ...

• Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans Recalled For Risk of Fires Mercedes Metris recall includes 42,000 vans that may suffer from fuel leaks.

  

  Mar 13, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 42,000 Metris vans over the risk of fires from fuel leaks. The 2017-2022 Mercedes Metris vans may have problems with the upper and lower fuel hose connections. Those hoses go to the engines, so loose connections can allow fuel to leak onto hot ignition sources. U.S. federal regulators opened an investigation in March 2018 after owners filed complaints about fuel that leaked from the hoses in 2016 Mercedes Metris ...

• BMW PCV Valve Recall Includes Over 917,000 Vehicles BMW recalls more than 917,000 vehicles previously recalled for PCV valve heater problems.

  

  Mar 9, 2022 — A BMW PCV valve recall has been issued for the third time because the positive crankcase ventilation valves may short-circuit, overheat and catch fire. BMW says a fire can occur while driving or shortly after parking the vehicle. Included in the BMW PCV valve recall are more than 917,000 of these vehicles. 2008-2013 BMW 128i 2007-2013 BMW 328xi, 328i 2007-2010 BMW X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i 2006-2011 BMW 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, ...

• GMC Terrain Headlight Recall Likely On the Way General Motors argues a GMC Terrain headlight recall isn't necessary, but the government disagrees.

  

  Mar 6, 2022 — A GMC Terrain headlight recall is likely on the way after General Motors lost its bid to skip the recall of SUVs equipped with headlights that are too bright and can allegedly cause too much glare to oncoming drivers. In 2019, General Motors petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to rule the 2010-2017 GMC Terrain headlight issue as "inconsequential" to safety which would have given GM a pass regarding an official recall of nearly 727,000 ...

• Mercedes Metris Backup Camera Failures Cause Recall Mercedes-Benz recalls vans that may have defective backup camera memory chips.

  

  Mar 2, 2022 — A Mercedes Metris recall includes more than 17,000 model year 2015-2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans that may have rearview camera image issues. Mercedes says a defective memory chip in the backup camera may cause the camera display image to freeze. With the display screen image frozen, drivers won't see accurate images of the areas behind the Metris vans. Mercedes Metris owners began filing complaints in April 2020 regarding frozen backup camera images. An ...

• Porsche Taycans Recalled For Child Seat Problems Porsche recalls more than 6,000 Taycans because drivers may have trouble securing child seats.

  

  Feb 28, 2022 — Porsche is recalling 2020-2021 Taycans for child seat problems, with 5,305 Taycans recalled in the U.S. and 778 recalled in Canada. Porsche says the Taycan vehicles are equipped with optional rear center seats. The problem is the center seat belt buckle wiring harness that may block access to the right rear seat lower child seat anchors. Porsche says it's rare, but the Taycan wiring harness to the center rear seat belt buckle may have been routed incorrectly ...

• Ford Fuel Filler Tube Recall Includes Explorer, Lincoln Aviator Ford recalls more than 18,000 vehicles at risk of fuel leaks from the fuel filler tubes.

  

  Feb 28, 2022 — A Ford fuel filler tube recall includes 2022 Ford Explorer and 2022 Lincoln Aviator vehicles at risk of fuel leaks from detached fuel filler tubes. Ford says the tube could detach in a crash which may cause a fuel leak and fire. The problem is the fuel filler tube joint that may not hold in a crash, a problem caused by the supplier. But Ford also says the hose may detach or partially detach during normal driving, something which could cause an illuminated ...

• Audi Q3 Recall Issued For Backup Camera Problems Audi recalls 820 SUVs that should have been repaired under a 2021 Q3 recall.

  

  Feb 28, 2022 — Audi is recalling about 820 model year 2022 Audi Q3 SUVs that failed to receive the software update under an October 2021 recall issued due to backup camera image problems. The rearview camera images may not display correctly because of software errors. Audi Q3 recall notices will be mailed April 8, 2022, and Audi dealerships will update the infotainment software. Owners of 2022 Audi Q3 SUVs may call 800-253-2834 and use recall number ...

• Audi e-tron GT Cars Recalled Twice For Different Problems 2022 Audi e-tron GT owner's manuals may be wrong, and owners may have trouble with child seats.

  

  Feb 27, 2022 — Two 2022 Audi e-tron GT recalls have been announced for about 2,000 cars with two different problems. In one recall, the owner's manuals may list the incorrect 2022 Audi e-tron GT tire pressures for more than 1,100 cars. Audi discovered the problem in November 2021 and opened an investigation to determine why the manuals were wrong. According to Audi, the units for the values of the tire pressure table in the owner's manual (kPa and PSI) are in the wrong ...

• Ford E-350 and E-450 Recalled For Power Steering Fluid Leaks Vehicles have dual rear wheels and leaking power steering fluid could cause loss of power steering.

  

  Feb 26, 2022 — Power steering fluid leaks have caused a recall of more than 44,000 model year 2021-2022 Ford E-350 and Ford E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. Ford says a faulty connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit can cause a sudden loss of power steering fluid. Ford opened an investigation in May 2021 based on power steering fluid leaks that caused losses of power steering. The automaker collected parts and talked ...

• Ford Driveshaft Recall Includes F-250 and F-350 More than 247,000 Super Duty trucks need to be checked for loose underbody insulators.

  

  Feb 25, 2022 — A Ford driveshaft recall includes more than 247,000 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks equipped with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts. The 2017-2022 Ford F-250 and F-350 trucks may have underbody heat and noise insulators that may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshafts, damaging and breaking the driveshafts. The trucks with gasoline engines have passenger-side underbody thermal/acoustic insulators which use two push pins and a pressure sensitive ...

• Toyota Recalls C-HR SUVs For Pre-Collision System Failures Toyota recalls 44,500 C-HRs because of problems with the pre-collision radar sensors.

  

  Feb 25, 2022 — Toyota is recalling its 2021 C-HR SUVs because of problems with the radar sensors in the pre-collision systems. More than 44,500 Toyota C-HR vehicles are involved, with more than 7,500 SUVs recalled in Canada. Toyota says the pre-collison radar sensor may have not been programmed correctly in production. The system may fail without a C-HR driver knowing about the failure because a warning light won't activate. Toyota dealers will inspect the radar sensor ...

• 2014 Kia Soul Airbag Recall Over Airbag Control Units Kia recalls more than 128,000 Souls after a crash injured an occupant when the airbags failed.

  

  Feb 25, 2022 — A 2014 Kia Soul airbag recall has been announced for more than 128,000 cars to keep the front airbags from failing. The 2014 Kia Soul airbag recall is necessary because the airbag control unit may lose communication with the front impact sensors. Kia says the condition is "rare," but if it happens the 2014 Soul front airbags will fail in a frontal crash. In August 2019, Kia received a lawsuit alleging frontal airbag failure in a 2014 Soul that caused one ...

• Kia Optima Fuel Line Recall Issued For Second Time Kia recalls more than 72,000 model year 2013-2014 Optimas that may suffer fuel leaks.

  

  Feb 24, 2022 — A Kia Optima fuel line recall includes more than 72,000 cars that were recalled in 2020 for the same fuel leak problems. The 2013-2014 Kia Optima cars have low-pressure fuel hoses that may be damaged or missing heat protection tape. The Kia Optima fuel lines could leak, but the automaker says no fires have been reported since the first February 2020 recall. The recalled 2013-2014 Kia Optimas are equipped with 2.4L gasoline direct injection (GDI) and 2.0L ...

• Ford Mustang Backup Camera Recall Follows Warranty Claims Ford recalls 2015-2017 Mustangs after owners said their rearview camera images failed.

  

  Feb 23, 2022 — A Ford Mustang backup camera recall involves more than 330,000 cars that may have rearview camera wiring that may be damaged or loose. The recalled 2015-2017 Mustang camera image screens can distort or go blank if the backup camera or wiring harness is damaged. More than 7,000 warranty claims have been filed for the 2015 Mustang alone. In September 2021, Ford opened an investigation into high repair rates of Magna backup cameras installed in 2015 Mustangs ...

• Land Rover Evoque SUVs Recalled Over Airbag Warning Lights Land Rover recalls 18,800 vehicles with airbag warning lights that may suddenly activate.

  

  Feb 18, 2022 — A Land Rover Range Rover Evoque airbag warning light recall includes more than 18,800 model year 2020 vehicles with incorrectly programmed supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light software. Land Rover says the Range Rover Evoque airbag warning light may intermittently illuminate because the diagnostic check for the airbag is too sensitive. The problem affects only the driver-side airbag, and Land Rover says even with the error the airbag will deploy ...

• Mercedes Sprinter Vans Recalled For Incorrect Weight Labels Mercedes says printer software errors misprinted the tire and loading information labels.

  

  Feb 18, 2022 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 2,500 Sprinter vans because the tire and loading labels may have the incorrect gross vehicle weight rating. The recalled 2021 Mercedes Sprinter tire and loading label is located on the B-pillar, and following the weight rating could cause a driver to overload the van. Going beyond the weight rating could cause the tires to prematurely wear and could possibly cause the tires to fail. Mercedes learned of a possible problem ...

• Mercedes-Benz Metris Recall: Brake Fluid May Leak Mercedes recalls 28,700 Metris vans with brake fluid reservoirs that may detach.

  

  Feb 12, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz Metris recall involves more than 28,700 vans that may leak brake fluid from incorrectly mounted brake fluid reservoirs, causing drivers to lose braking performance. The recalled 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris brake fluid reservoirs may completely detach from the vans. A Metris driver may see illumination of a brake warning light in the instrument cluster or notice a gradual softening of brake pedal resistance. Mercedes made changes in ...

• Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Recall Issued After 12 Fires Chrysler recalls nearly 20,000 Pacifica Hybrids as engineers try to determine what is causing fires.

  

  Feb 11, 2022 — A Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid recall includes more than 19,800 minivans following reports of 12 fires among model year 2017-2018 Pacifica Hybrids. Owners of the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans are advised to not charge the vehicles and to park them away from anything that could catch fire. Stellantis (Chrysler) doesn't know what is causing the fires which were discovered during an internal investigation into fires that occurred when all the minivans were ...

• Tesla Boombox Recall Involves Models 3, S, X and Y Tesla Boombox recall includes 580,000 vehicles that will receive over-the-air software updates.

  

  Feb 10, 2022 — A Tesla Boombox recall includes more than 580,000 of these vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. 2020-2022 Tesla Model S 2020-2022 Tesla Model X 2020-2022 Tesla Model Y 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3 Tesla says the Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion. But electric cars must provide noise to warn pedestrians and others that the silent cars are near them. That's the reason for the Boombox ...

• Hyundai ABS Module Fire Recall Announced Hyundai recalls 425,000 vehicles after fires from overheated anti-lock brake system modules.

  

  Feb 9, 2022 — A Hyundai ABS module fire recall includes more than 425,000 vehicles that should be parked outside and away from anything flammable. Recalled are 2016-2018 Santa Fe, 2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport, 2019 Santa Fe XL and 2014-2015 Tucson vehicles with anti-lock brake system modules that could suffer from electrical short circuits. The ABS module malfunction could cause an engine fire, something that has already occurred to a few owners. Hyundai Canada learned about ...

• Recall: Park Your Kia K900 and Kia Sportage Outside Kia recalls 140,000 vehicles that could catch fire in the hydraulic electronic control unit modules.

  

  Feb 9, 2022 — A Kia hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) module recall includes more than 140,000 model year 2016-2018 Kia K900 and 2014-2016 Kia Sportage vehicles at risk of engine compartment fires. According to Kia, the vehicles should be parked outside and away from anything that could catch fire because the HECU modules can short-circuit from internal malfunctions, causing the modules to overheat and start engine fires. This can occur whether the vehicles are in ...

• Tesla Heat Pump Recall Issued Over Defrosters Tesla recalls 26,600 model year 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.

  

  Feb 9, 2022 — A Tesla heat pump recall includes more than 26,600 model year 2021-2022 Tesla Model 3, Model S, Model X and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles to prevent problems with the windshield defrosters. Tesla believes the problem affects only 1% of the recalled vehicles, but the recall is necessary because software errors may cause valves in the heat pumps to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporators. This can cause the defrosters to suffer from ...

• Porsche Cayennes Recalled For Rear Suspension Problems Porsche recalls more than 1,340 Cayennes that were originally recalled for rear axle issues.

  

  Feb 6, 2022 — A Porsche Cayenne recall includes more than 1,340 model year 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles that were recalled in April 2021. The previous Cayenne recall was issued because Porsche had problems with the trailing arm lock nuts on the rear axles. Porsche said the lock nuts could corrode prematurely from stress and result in a loose threaded connection. The suspension could move around too much and cause a driver control problems while driving the Cayenne. Rear ...

• Tesla Recalls 898,000 Vehicles Over Seat Belt Chimes South Korean investigators find problems and Tesla confirms there may be software errors.

  

  Feb 5, 2022 — Tesla is recalling nearly 898,000 vehicles because the seat belt warning chimes may fail in certain circumstances. The recalled vehicles include 2021-2022 Tesla Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3 and 2020-2022 Tesla Model Y vehicles with audible chimes that may not activate when the vehicles start and the drivers have not buckled their seat belts. Federal safety standards require the audible seat belt reminder chime to activate when the vehicle ...

• Audi Rear Axle Alignment Recall Issued Again Audi recalls 35,000 vehicles that were previously recalled but not properly inspected.

  

  Feb 4, 2022 — An Audi rear axle alignment recall includes more than 35,000 of these vehicles that were previously recalled for rear axle problems. 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback 2019-2021 Audi RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback 2019-2021 Audi S5 Sportback 2020-2021 Audi A4 allroad 2020-2021 Audi A4 Sedan 2020-2021 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe 2020-2021 Audi A6 allroad, A6 Sedan 2020-2021 Audi A7 2020-2021 Audi A8 2020-2021 Audi Q5 2020-2021 Audi ...

• GM Driveshaft Recall Includes GMC, Cadillac and Chevy Vehicles GM recalls about 1,800 vehicles with rear driveshafts that may fail.

  

  Feb 3, 2022 — A General Motors driveshaft recall includes about 1,800 model year 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The rear driveshaft assemblies may have components that were not heat-treated properly. This may cause the driveshaft to fail and leave the vehicle stranded. GM says a supplier may have not properly applied heat treatment to certain components inside the driveshafts. This can cause those ...

• Kia Recalls Cadenzas For Power Window Problems Kia recalls 450 Cadenza cars because the rear power windows can operate when they shouldn't.

  

  Feb 3, 2022 — Kia is recalling 2020 Cadenza cars because the rear power windows can operate when they shouldn't. The recall includes more than 450 Cadenzas with rear power windows that can be operated by the driver's power window main switch after the ignition has been turned off and a front door is opened. This is a violation of federal safety standards that will need to be corrected when dealers update the driver door module software. Kia Cadenza recall notices will be ...

• Tesla 'Rolling Stop' Recall Affects Full Self-Driving Vehicles Tesla recalls more than 53,000 Full Self-Driving vehicles because they may not stop at intersections

  

  Feb 2, 2022 — Tesla "rolling stop" technology has caused a recall of more than 53,800 model year 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3 and 2020-2022 Tesla Model Y vehicles. According to Tesla, there is nothing defective with the “rolling stop” function because the technology is meant to send a vehicle through an all-way-stop intersection without coming to a complete stop. The feature works, but it works to cause violations of traffic laws which require vehicles ...

• Ram Windshield Wiper Recall Expanded More than 188,000 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks recalled over loose wiper arms.

  

  Feb 1, 2022 — More than 188,000 Ram trucks are recalled because of windshield wiper problems, an expansion of a windshield wiper recall announced in April 2020. Recalled are 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks, Ram 3500 Chassis Cab, 4500 Chassis Cab, 5500 Chassis Cab and Ram 3500 Chassis Cab trucks with gross vehicle weight ratings of less than 10,000 lbs. Chrysler reports the windshield wiper arms may loosen and leave drivers unable to see properly. The 2020 ...

• Mitsubishi Outlander Fuel Pump Recall Issued Mitsubishi recalls 20,500 SUVs because of mistakes made by a supplier of fuel pump components.

  

  Jan 30, 2022 — A 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander fuel pump recall includes more than 20,500 SUVs because wires inside the fuel pumps may be incorrectly fused. In June 2021, Mitsubishi received 5 field reports from the U.S. about Outlander engines that stalled or wouldn't start. This was followed by 21 more Outlander reports and engineers found the internal fuel pump problems. Mitsubishi continued to investigate returned fuel pumps and confirmed the problem occurred at the ...

• Kia Recalls Over 410,000 Vehicles For Airbag Failures Kia recalls Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, Forte and Forte Koup vehicles to look for trouble code B1620.

  

  Jan 28, 2022 — A Kia airbag control unit recall involves more than 410,000 of these vehicles equipped with airbags that may suddenly deactivate. 2017-2019 Kia Sedona 2017-2019 Kia Soul 2017-2019 Kia Soul EV 2017-2018 Kia Forte 2017 Kia Forte Koup The airbag control unit problems occurred during manufacturing of the circuit boards and damage to the soldering joints which can cause open circuits. This will trigger the airbag warning lights and diagnostic ...

• Toyota Venzas Recalled For Turn Signal Light Failures Toyota recalls 45,000 hybrid SUVs that may suffer from LED light bulb problems due to water.

  

  Jan 27, 2022 — Toyota is recalling more than 45,000 Venza SUVs because the rear turn signals could fail in the hybrid vehicles. The recalled 2021 Venza rear turn signal bulbs may become dim or may deactivate if water causes condensation in the signal light. Whether from rain or washing the Venza, turn signal bulb failures will leave other drivers confused by the actions of the SUV. About 3,200 of the Venza vehicles are recalled in Canada. Toyota dealerships will replace ...

• Nissan Rogues Recalled Following 'Thermal Events' Nissan recalls 793,000 Rogue SUVs because of corroded connectors that could cause fires.

  

  Jan 26, 2022 — A 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue recall includes more than 793,000 SUVs in the U.S. and Canada for problems that could possibly cause fires, although Nissan believes less than 1% of the Rogues are at risk. According to Nissan, an electrical connector for the underdash harness may corrode due to water and salt intrusion from the driver's side foot well. Nissan received a report in March 2017 about a 2015 Rogue located in Canada that experienced localized deformation ...

• Ford Fuel Filter Recall Affects F-Series Diesel Trucks Ford recalls about 20,000 F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, F-650 and F-750 trucks.

  

  Jan 22, 2022 — A Ford fuel filter recall involves 2021 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, F-650 and F-750 trucks equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. Ford says nearly 20,000 trucks are recalled because small voids may be in the top of the secondary fuel filter caps which can eventually become pinholes. Fuel could leak from the pinhole and leak onto a hot ignition source and start a fire. In June 2021 the fuel filter supplier contacted Ford about three warranty claims ...

• Recall: Ford Brake Lights Won't Turn Off Ford recalls about 200,000 vehicles because missing brake pedal bumpers can keep the lights on.

  

  Jan 21, 2022 — If your Ford brake lights won't turn off, a recall may help if you own specific vehicles in certain states. According to Ford, the brake lights can stay on if the brake pedal bumper corrodes and separates from the brake pedal. The Ford brake pedal stop bumper helps with activating the brake light switch. More than 199,000 model year 2014-2015 Ford Fusion, 2014-2015 Lincoln MKZ and 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles are recalled if they were originally sold or ever ...

• Hyundai Windshield Recall Includes Santa Fe, Sonata, Elantra Hyundai recalls 28,000 vehicles because there may be windshield clear coat paint bonding problems.

  

  Jan 21, 2022 — A Hyundai windshield recall includes 2020-2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2021 Hyundai Sonata and 2021 Hyundai Elantra vehicles because the windshields may have bonding problems. More than 28,300 vehicles are involved because they may have been built with faulty clear coat paint which can create adhesion problems. A supplier contacted Hyundai in February 2021 regarding clear coat paint that was mixed with "non-conforming flow additives causing poor adhesion of the ...

• 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV Recalled Hyundai recalls 1,000 vehicles for dealerships to replace the instrument clusters.

  

  Jan 20, 2022 — Hyundai is recalling about 1,000 model year 2022 Santa Fe HEV and Santa Fe PHEV vehicles because of problems with the instrument clusters. Hyundai says the LCD screens may invert the images when starting the vehicles. About 283 of the vehicles are recalled in Canada. Hyundai Dealers will replace the instrument clusters once recall notices are mailed February 25, 2022. Santa Fe owners may contact Hyundai at 855-371-9460 and use recall number ...

• Mercedes eCall Recall Includes EQS450, S500 and S580 Mercedes-Benz recalls about 1,600 vehicles to update the emergency calling software.

  

  Jan 12, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz eCall recall includes more than 1,600 model year 2022 Mercedes EQS450, S500 and S580 vehicles. According to the automaker, the communication module software may restrict or disable the emergency call system. About 400 of the Mercedes vehicles are recalled in Canada. Mercedes eCall recall notices will be mailed February 25, 2022, and dealers will update the communication module software. Owners may call 800-367-6372. Mercedes-Benz knows a ...

• GM Toe Link Recall Expanded From 2 Prior Recalls General Motors rear toe link recall includes Buick Lacrosse, Buick Regal and Chevrolet Malibu.

  

  Jan 11, 2022 — A GM toe link recall has been announced as an expansion of Buick and Chevrolet toe link recalls issued in 2020 and 2021. More than 4,400 model year 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles are involved in the recall. However, the GM toe link recall includes those vehicles only if they were sold or ever registered in these states. Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, ...

• Mercedes-Benz Coolant Pump Recall To Be Announced Possibly 800,000 Mercedes vehicles at risk of fires from coolant pump leaks.

  

  Jan 10, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz coolant pump recall will soon be announced after Mercedes mailed owner notification letters warning customers about the risk of fires from coolant pump leaks. Official recall notices haven't been issued and to date nothing has been announced for the U.S. or Canada, but Mercedes says these vehicles are included if they were manufactured between January 2017 and October 2021. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz ...

• Mercedes Recalls Sprinter Vans For Rollaway Risk More than 54,000 Sprinters may have software errors that allow rollaways even in PARK.

  

  Jan 10, 2022 — More than 54,000 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans are recalled because they could roll away even with the gear shifters moved to the PARK positions. The 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vans may have software errors in the park lock systems and could roll away unless the parking brakes are applied. Mercedes-Benz became aware of customer complaints (primarily from certain delivery services in the U.S.) about vans ...

• GM Recalls GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 More than 600 trucks may have optional 18", 20" or 22" wheels and tires.

  

  Jan 7, 2022 — General Motors is recalling more than 600 trucks equipped with optional 18", 20" or 22" wheels and tires. The problem with the 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks involve the spare tires which are 17 inches and not compatible with the optional larger tires and wheels. GM says using the spare tire can cause the anti-lock braking system to malfunction. Truck owners should watch for recall notices in February 2022. GM dealerships ...

• Jeep Wagoneers and Jeep Grand Wagoneers Recalled Two Chrysler recalls issued to update radio software and possibly replace seat recliner straps.

  

  Jan 7, 2022 — Two Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer recalls include about 800 SUVs for radio software and seatback problems. Most of the 2022 Jeep Wagoneers and Grand Wagoneers are recalled because the second-row center seat recliner pull straps may bind on the seat trim surfaces. This can prevent the seatback from locking into an upright position. In the second recall of 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer vehicles, seven SUVs may have radio software that prevents the ...

• Mercedes Integral Carrier Recall Affects AMG GLB35, A220 and GLB250 Mercedes-Benz recalls 38,000 vehicles that may suffer from front axle problems.

  

  Jan 6, 2022 — A Mercedes-Benz integral carrier recall includes more than 38,000 vehicles that may suffer steering control problems because of front axle carrier failures. The recall includes the 2021 Mercedes AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 Mercedes A220 and 2020 Mercedes GLB250 which may have integral carriers that corrode and fail. A driver may have trouble steering the vehicle because the integral carrier supports the front axle. Mercedes says it performs regular corrosion ...

• Chrysler to Buy Back Model Year 2022 Ram 1500 Trucks 2022 Ram 1500s may have been built with the wrong HVAC systems.

  

  Jan 1, 2022 — Chrysler is recalling 22 model year 2022 Ram 1500 trucks that will be repurchased by the automaker because the trucks may have been built with the wrong heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. This can cause the windshield defrosting and defogging systems to fail and cause visibility problems for drivers. Fiat Chrysler mailed Ram 1500 recall notices yesterday with instructions about a buyback of the trucks. If you own a 2022 Ram 1500 and have ...

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