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
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
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
Tesla Recall: 24K Model 3 Vehicles for Seat Belt Issue
Tesla Inc. issued a recall today for more than 24,000 Model 3 vehicles due to a seat belt issue. Specifically, the recall covers 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles in the United States. According to the electric vehicle automaker, the vehicle’s anchor for its second-row left-side and center seat belt buckles was incorrectly reassembled when the vehicles were serviced. Tesla has notified … Read More
Hyundai, Kia Recall 2020-22 Palisade, Telluride Vehicles for Fire Risk
Owners of 2020 to 2022 Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride vehicles should park their vehicle outside and away from their home or other structures, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association. The recall by Hyundai Motor America and Kia America recommends owners of these vehicles keep them away from structures due to a fire risk. Some 245,030 Hyundai Palisades … Read More
2021 Chevrolet Suburban Forward Collision Alert, Emergency Braking Complaints
Just over a year on the road and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban already has nine recalls, 20 owner complaints and one investigation, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). One of the serious safety issues raised by Suburban owners is the Forward Collision Alert system with its automatic emergency braking feature. Motorists complain it’s too sensitive and that … Read More
2021 Tesla Model 3: 11 recalls, 4 investigations and 357 consumer complaints – NHTSA
Hundreds of 2021 Tesla Model 3 owners are complaining to federal safety regulators about glitches in the forward collision avoidance system or sudden braking. Indeed, there are 11 recalls, 357 complaints and four investigations for the 2021 Tesla Model 3, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The majority of the complaints involve a dangerous issue known as phantom … Read More
Ford Escape SUV, Hybrid Recalls: Oil Leaks, Brakes, High Voltage Battery
Ford Motor Company (Ford) issued a recall March 25th for more than 345,000 vehicles including the Ford Escape SUV to fix oil leaks that could lead to an engine fire. However, the recall is not an isolated case. It’s the latest of multiple recalls for the popular Ford Escape SUVs, one of the automaker’s top-selling vehicles, according to the National … Read More
Ram Pickup Truck Fuel Pump Failure; NHTSA Investigates
The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) continues to investigate why high-pressure fuel pumps have been failing in 2018-2020 Ram pickup trucks. The federal agency received at least 22 reports from consumers who bought Ram pickup trucks as well as two field reports. The problem has been detected mostly in Ram 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 heavy-duty trucks with 6.7-liter … Read More
Auto Recalls for Dangerous Vehicles May Come too Late for Some Motorists
Auto recalls for dangerous vehicles: One week after actor Anton Yelchin, 27, was run over and killed by his own Jeep Grand Cherokee in June 2016, he received a recall notice in his mailbox. Fiat Chrysler notified him about the very same safety defect that killed him, but they were too late. The auto manufacturer recalled 1.1 million vehicles in … Read More
Tesla Autopilot problems under federal investigation due deadly crashes
Tesla’s autopilot system is under investigation by the U.S. government after reports of numerous collisions involving parked emergency vehicles and crashes into crossing semi-trucks. The federal government opened a formal investigation into the Tesla Autopilot partially-automated driving system. The Tesla Autopilot federal investigation covers 765,000 vehicles. This includes almost everything that Tesla ever sold in the United States since the … Read More
Mercedes-Benz Recalls 1.3 Million Vehicles Over Emergency Call Service Failures
Mercedes-Benz is recalling roughly 1.3 million vehicles in the United States due to an ongoing problem with its emergency call system. The eCall service sends emergency medical provider services if there is an accident. However, some owners report it has been sending police and paramedics out the wrong locations. So far there is only a single incident reported in Europe. … Read More