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
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 issues 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
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SUV has 13 recalls, 72 complaints
There are 13 recalls and 72 complaints about the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SUV to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The latest recall by Volkswagen Group of America for both the model years 2020 and 2021 Atlas Cross Sports is a safety risk involving the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). This recall affects a total of 224,704 vehicles … 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
Engine Failure Risk in Volkswagen, Audi Brands Leads to Recall 74K Vehicles
A recall for 74,067 vehicles by Volkswagen Group of America involves engine failure that could lead to a collision in both the Audi and Volkswagen brands. Specifically, the vehicles affected are the 2021-2023 Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport. The automaker is concerned that if there is an engine failure, these vehicles could … Read More