2019-20 Lexus and Toyota Cars and SUVs Engine Recall

44,000 Newer-Model Lexus and Toyota Cars and SUVs Recalled A recall announced this week would replace the engine block on 44,000 Toyota and Lexus cars and SUVs. The following vehicles are subject to the recall: 2020 Lexus ES 300h sedans; 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid, Camry and Camry Hybrid sedans; 2019-20 Toyota RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid SUVs Toyota has reported that … Read More

2019 Cadillac CT6 Transmission Problems, Brakes, Electronics Issues

There are some trouble spots in most cars, but it’s not something you expect to find in a 2019 Cadillac CT6 sedan. Indeed, the luxury sedan has overall good ratings, but it does have some issues with its climate system, in-car electronics and transmission, according to Consumer Reports. Also, a safety issue involving the brakes has prompted a recall of … Read More

Latest Takata Recalls 10 million Cars from 14 Auto Manufacturers — Again

Just when motorists thought their vehicle was safe to drive, some 10 million car owners are finding out they will need to replace their front airbags yet again. The latest Takata airbag recall involves 10 million vehicles that had previously been recalled and repaired, but unfortunately the cars were fixed with the same dangerous inflators until a permanent replacement could … Read More

Ford recalls 654,000 F-150, Super Duty trucks for fire risk

Some 654,000 pickup trucks that were previously recalled for a fire risk due to engine block heater cable defects are being recalled by Ford. Ford has issued a recall for 2015 to 2019 Ford F-150 and Super Duty pickup trucks. The latest recall comes after a larger one back in December for 874,000 of the same vehicles for the same … Read More

2015 Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ sedans recall for faulty seat belts

Ford is recalling more than 100,000 2015 model-year vehicles due to a problem with the seat belt fasteners. Last week the auto manufacturer announced it would recall thousands of 2015 Ford Fusion and 2015 Lincoln MKZ sedans due to a safety issue involving the vehicle’s seat belt fasteners. Specifically, the company has learned that these fasteners may erode and if … Read More

2019 Jeep Cherokees Recalled by Chrysler for Faulty Sensors

Chrysler has issued a recall for 41,169 model year 2019 Jeep Cherokees due to a potential injury risk due to faulty sensors. The vehicle’s impact and acceleration sensors have the potential to fail and if that happens it would reduce the airbag system’s ability to properly detect certain types of accidents or collisions. If that happens, the vehicle’s inability to … Read More

Ram 1500 Pickup Trucks Recalled Airbags May Not Deploy in Crash

Software Glitch May Affect Airbags and Seat Belts Roughly 300,000 Ram 1500 pickup trucks are being recalled by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The automaker says their 2019-2020 Ram pickups are equipped with faulty software controlling the deployment of airbags and certain seat belts. It turns out that if there is a collision, the very equipment installed to save lives may not … Read More

Volkswagen Recalls 56K Golf, Tiguan SUVs, Jettas for Safety Issue

German Automaker Recalls Golf, Golf Sportwagen, Jetta and Tiguan SUVs Volkswagen began a recall last week for 56,000 vehicles in the United States including its popular 2019 Jetta sedans. The automaker discovered that the rear coil springs in these vehicles may break without any warning. If this happens, the driver may lose control of their vehicle and possibly crash. The … Read More

Fiat Chrysler recalls 882,000 Ram pickup trucks for Steering, Brake Pedal Problems

660,000 Heavy-duty Ram Pickups Recalled for Steering Control Issue DETROIT, Michigan (March 20, 2019) — Fiat Chrysler says it is recalling 660,000 heavy-duty Ram pickup trucks after learning about eight collisions linked to a loose nut that can cause a loss of steering wheel control. The automaker only knows of one injury that was related to a crash from this … Read More

BMW fire risk leads to recall of 1.6 million diesel vehicles worldwide

54,700 Diesel BMWs in U.S., Canada Recalled German-auto manufacturer BMW is recalling some 1.6 million vehicles worldwide due to a potential fire risk due to possible fluid leaks. Roughly 54,700 of those vehicles were sold to consumers in the United States and Canada. Specifically, BMW stated that some diesel vehicles may leak coolant from the exhaust gas recirculation module which is … Read More

300 of the 2019 Subaru Ascent SUVs Recalled for Structural Problem

Subaru is recalling roughly 300 model-year 2019 Subaru Ascent SUVs due to a structural problem that could present a risk of injury if there were a collision. The best part is, if they can’t fix it, they’ll replace it with a new vehicle. The problem is the vehicle’s spot welds may be missing on or around the B-pillar, compromising vehicle strength, … Read More