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Chrysler recalls 469,000 SUVs to fix gearshift problem
Chrysler is recalling about 469,000 SUVs worldwide to fix a gearshift issue. The recall affects 2006- to 2010-model-year Jeep Commanders and 2005 to 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokees. A Chrysler spokesman said that the company was aware of 26 accidents and 2 injuries related to the gearshift problem but no fatalities. Also, Chrysler is recalling 532 [...]
Subaru recalls 5,379 Outback and Legacy due to steering loss issue
Subaru is recalling about 5,379 Outback and Legacy vehicles because “the inner and outer shafts of the steering column assembly may become disengaged from one another.” The affected 2013 model vehicles were manufactured from Feb. 15, 2012, through June 15, 2012. If the shafts become disengaged, the driver would lose the ability to steer the [...]
NHTSA investigating Ford Crown Victoria, Porsche 911, Dodge Viper
Reuters reports that the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Ford Crown Victoria police cars, Porsche 911 and Dodge Viper sport, for potential defects. NHTSA has opened an investigation into model year 2005 to 2008 Crown Victoria police models for a potential steering issue. A connection between upper and lower shafts of [...]
Honda Fit Recalled Over ESC Software Issues
Honda has issued a recall for nearly 46,000 Fits over issues with the electronic stability control system’s software. Reportedly, the ESP software can allow the Fit to tilt too far during hard cornering which could lead to decreased traction and cause a loss of control. Honda says the recall includes 2012 and 2013 Fit Sport [...]
NHTSA Investigates About 400,000 Hyundai Sonatas for Rusting Complaints
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating nearly 400,000 Hyundai Sonata cars for reported complaints of rusting, The Detroit News reported. NHTSA has opened a preliminary investigation into 393,000 model year between 2006-2008 Sonatas after receiving six complaints alleging rear suspension control arm failures related to rear subframe rust in 2006 Sonatas. [...]
Land Rover Evoque And LR2 Get Recalled
Land Rover and NHTSA are issuing a recall notice for certain Evoque and LR2 models. The issue revolves around a brake caliper retaining bolt. Apparently the bolts may have been torqued incorrectly and the brake caliper may become detached. This may cause loss of braking power or cause damage to the wheel and surrounding components. The interesting thing is that [...]
2013 Lexus ES Awarded Five Stars From NHTSA
Lexus continues its long standing tradition of making safe and reliable cars with the new ES. NHTSA has grabbed one of these new luxo-sedans and put it through the crash test wringer. The results a rather predictable, but still noteworthy 5-star overall rating. In fact the sedan scored five-stars in every category except roll-over which we find [...]
2012 Honda Civic Sees Small Recall For Steering Column Issue
The new 2012 Honda Civic has had a rough life. First the little compact that could was blasted by nearly every media group on the plant for being worse than its predecessor. Its critical failure combined with less than expected sales have forced Honda to scramble together a revised model for 2013, in hopes to [...]
Cadillac XTS Recalled For Head Restraints
The NHTSA is at it again, and this time Cadillac is in the cross hairs. The Cadillac XTS has been marked for a recall regarding head restraint regulations. XTS cars built between October 12, 2011 and August 30, 2012 may not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202. The Cadillac’s rear head restraints may not [...]
Chevy Sonic, Cruze And Buick Verano Recalled
Attention owners of 2012 Chevy Sonics, Cruzes or Buick Veranos. GM has issued a recall for a potentially dangerous airbag problem. The driver side airbag has a shorting bar which may come in contact with the airbag terminals. If this intermittent contact occurs during a collision, the airbag may not deploy, causing serious injury to the driver. GM will notify owners [...]


