2016-2023 Model S, X, S, 3 and Y Vehicles Equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta Recalled Tesla has a recall for 362,758 vehicles in the United States that are equipped with the automaker’s experimental driver-assist software. These vehicles have a potential crash as the so-called self-driving vehicles navigate intersections. Specifically, the recall affects the 2016-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles, … Read More
Subaru Recalls 2023 Solterra EVs for Risk of Wheel Detachment
Subaru is recalling 1,182 of its 2023 Solterra Electric Vehicles because the vehicles’ wheels may fall off due to improperly tightened hub bolts. The auto manufacturer and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the recall last week and asked owners to get their vehicles inspected. The NHTSA warned owners of certain 2023 Solterras that the hub bolts may loosen … Read More
2023 Ford Bronco Recall Anti-Lock Braking System Defect
Ford Recalls 800 Broncos Ford Motor Co. has issued a recall for 801 of its 2023 Ford Broncos due to a potential leak in the valve in the anti-lock brake system. The valve leak could cause an unexpected shift in the response time for braking. Specifically, when a driver presses the brake pedal it should activate the brakes and there … Read More
Owners of BMW iX, i4, and i7 Electric Vehicles for High-Voltage-Battery Issue
BMW has issued a voluntary safety recall for 14,086 hybrid electric vehicles due to a high-voltage battery issue in about 1 percent of these vehicles. The vehicles involved are the 2022 and 2023 BMW iX, i4 and i7 light SUV models, according to filings made in December with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Specifically, there is a misdiagnosis … Read More
Tesla Autopilot May Fail to Detect Motorcycles, Feds Investigating
People riding motorcycles could be at a greater risk of being struck by a Tesla running on Autopilot as the electric vehicle may be unable to see or detect these smaller motorists on dark freeways. There are three fatal collisions involving Tesla vehicles under investigation to determine if the Autopilot feature is able to detect bikers. They all happened in … Read More
Ford, Volkswagen, Daimler Trucks Issued Most Recalls in 2022
Ford, Volkswagen and Daimler Trucks issued more recalls than any other auto manufacturer in 2022 or a combined 39 percent of all recalls this past year, according to a report released by the United States Department of Transportation. Ford Motor Company issued a total of 67 recalls or 17 percent of all recalls by auto makers in the report for … Read More
2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUV Recall Sudden Engine Shut Down
Transmission Computer Errors May Lead to Engine Shut Down The engine could unexpectedly shut down on certain 2021, 2022 and 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUVs due to a glitch in the transmission control module software. There are reports that the system has shut down without any warning to the driver. This puts drivers, passengers and others on the road with … Read More
2022 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Transmission Complaints
Owners of the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette spent from $60,000 to $113,000 to buy their dream car, but some of them never anticipated replacing the transmission less than a year later. The top complaints by owners to federal safety regulators involve powertrain problems, but there are also issues with the electrical system, lane departure and more, according to the National Highway … Read More
Volvo Hybrid Recall for Software Glitch, but Owners Have More Complaints
Volvo is recalling about 15,674 of its hybrid vehicles due to a software glitch, but owners of some of these vehicles say the plug-in electric vehicle has a range of other issues and problems. Topping the list of complaints are electrical issues including malfunctioning infotainment systems. However, other issues reported involve the brakes, air conditioning, battery life and forward collision … Read More
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe SUVs: 13 Recalls, Engine, Steering Complaints, Airbag Investigation
Owners of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV are dealing with a range of complaints since hitting the road over a year ago with this popular SUV. Complaints range from seat belt failures and steering issues, to complete engine and lifter replacements. These are major problems for the full-size SUV introduced by General Motors as a vehicle worthy to star in … Read More
GM Recall: 2021 Chevrolets, Cadillac Escalade SUVs for Headlight Issue
General Motors (GM) issued a recall for 338,735 SUVs because the daytime running lights fail to turn off when nighttime headlights are turned on. Specifically, GM is recalling the 2021 model year Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, … Read More
2017-2021 Tesla Model S and Model X Vehicles Recalled — Power Steering Assist
Some 40,000 Tesla 2017 to 2021 Model S and Model X vehicles are being recalled due to an issue involving the loss of power steering assist experienced by drivers on rough roads, Reuters reported. Texas-based Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) announced this week it is recalling these electric vehicles after they determined driving them on rough roads or hitting a pothole could … Read More