BMW is expanding two previous recalls on older models for an increased engine fire risk, the NHTSA disclosed Wednesday. A short circuit in the heater of the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve can cause the heater to overheat, melt, and ignite in cars with BMW’s N52 inline-6 engine. If the […]
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Nissan will be recalling a large number of 2014-2016 Rogue compact crossovers for an issue affecting an estimated one one-hundredth of a percent of the vehicles, the NHTSA disclosed Monday. If water and salt intrude in the driver’s side footwell, it can deform an electrical connector that controls power features […]
That Ford car braking in southern states might not be braking at all. An issue with the brake pedal has prompted Ford to recall nearly 200,000 cars from the 2014-2015 model years, but only in select states, the NHTSA disclosed Monday. The brake pedal bumper stop in affected cars can […]
Tesla will recall the 2014-2021 Model S electric sedan for a front latch issue that could cause the hood to open while driving, the NHTSA disclosed last week. In some cars, the secondary hood latch that secures the lid of the frunk is misaligned, Tesla said in paperwork filed with […]
Hyundai is recalling certain models of the 2019-2021 Hyundai Tucson crossover SUV for a defective circuit board that can cause an electrical short and increase the risk of an engine fire, according to paperwork filed with the NHTSA last week. The electronic control unit for the anti-lock braking system could […]
The Ram 1500 pickup truck and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV equipped with a 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine have been recalled, parent company Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced last week. A magnetic signal that communicates with the crankshaft can get lost, messing up the timing of the cam shaft and fuel injection. The […]
The question: Could the 2020 Lincoln Aviator Reserve transport five middle-age dads for a long weekend away at Lake Tomfoolery? The luxury three-row SUV could, but only if we left our coolers behind. But lake life goes with coolers like Lincoln land yachts go with 30-way power massaging front seats. […]
Honda will recall certain 2018-2020 Acura and Honda vehicles for a defective fuel pump that can increase the risk of a crash, the automaker announced last week. Honda also issued a stop-sale order prohibiting dealers to sell the affected new vehicles until the issue is fixed. The fuel pumps may […]
Mitsubishi will recall older Lancer, Outlander, and Outlander Sport vehicles sold in states where road salt is used in winters, according to paperwork filed with the NHTSA last week. Road salt, or sodium chloride, used to melt snow and ice from roadways in many states can corrode the front cross […]