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    Tariff trouble: Will Mexico's auto investment engine splutter?
    In the aftermath of the US election, President-elect Donald Trump’s impending return to the Oval Office has sparked widespread speculation about the implications of his second term, particularly in the automotive sector. As the world watches, the intersection of politics and innovation becomes a focal point, with the administration's stance on the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its impact on electric vehicle supply chains taking center stage. Meanwhile, the alliance between Elon Musk and th...
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    Inching closer to commercialization: Curious case of autonomous trucks
    The advent of autonomous trucking represents a significant paradigm shift within the broader mobility industry, with far-reaching implications for logistics and supply chain management. However, the roadmap for autonomous truck deployment is continuously being dialed back as technology maturation, capital investment, business case rationalization, and regulatory hurdles prove more challenging than expected. Despite these challenges, the potential for autonomous trucks to revolutionize freight tr...
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    Tesla recalls Cybertruck due to faulty drive inverter
    Tesla has announced its sixth recall of the year for the Cybertruck due to a faulty component that might result in a loss of power to the vehicle's wheels. This recent recall impacts over 2,400 Cybertrucks manufactured between Nov. 6, 2023, and July 30, 2024. The recall notice, made public by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Nov. 5, specifies that the issue lies with metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) within the drive inverter. Wh...
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    NHTSA imposes $165 million penalty on Ford for delayed response to four-year-old rearview cameras recall
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a consent order against Ford, imposing a civil penalty of $165 million for the automaker's failure to comply with federal recall requirements. This is the second highest penalty imposed by the US federal agency on a company in its 54-year history after erstwhile Japanese supplier Takata. The action follows an investigation by the safety agency, which found Ford's delayed recall of vehicles equipped with defective rearvie...
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    General Motors recalls over 461,000 vehicles for transmission issues
    General Motors (GM) has announced a recall of 461,839 vehicles due to a transmission issue, as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects several models from the years 2020 to 2022, including the Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon. The issue stems from a potentially faulty transmission control valve, which could result in the rear wheels locking up, thereby significantly increasing the risk of ...
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    General Motors recalls 2024 GMC Sierra EV over turn signal issue
    General Motors (GM) is initiating a recall for 1,962 units of the model year 2024 GMC Sierra EV full-size electric pickup truck due to an issue with the vehicle's turn signals. According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in affected vehicles, the front signal lights and parking lights may not exhibit a significant difference in brightness levels. This similarity could potentially make it difficult for other road users to distinguish when the turn signals are activ...
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    Honda recalls more than 90,000 vehicles in India to replace defective fuel pump
    Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), the Indian subsidiary of the Japan-based automaker Honda, is voluntarily recalling 90,468 vehicles in India to replace fuel pumps, Autocar Professional reported Oct. 25, 2024. The campaign also includes 2,204 units of old models, which have undergone this part replacement. The replacement process is set to begin Nov. 5 and will be provided free of charge at authorized dealerships across India. Vehicle owners will be contacted directly to facilitate the replacem...
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    Hyundai recalls nearly 1,600 Nexo hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in North America over fire risk
    Hyundai is recalling nearly 1,600 Nexo hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the US and Canada due to the risk of fuel leaks and possible fires, The Associated Press reported Oct. 17. The recall affects select Nexo hydrogen fuel cell vehicles from the model years 2019 through 2024. Hyundai has identified that the issue stems from a malfunctioning pressure relief device, which can break and cause hydrogen to leak, presenting a fire risk even when the vehicles are not in operation. As a safety me...
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    Honda recalls 780,000 vehicles in North America over fire risk
    Honda has announced a recall for 780,000 vehicles across North America due to concerns that a high-pressure fuel pump may crack and potentially leak fuel. The models involved in this recall include a variety of the Accord, CR-V Hybrid and Honda Civic vehicles, spanning the years 2023 to 2025. The recall affects 720,000 vehicles within the US and an additional 61,000 in Canada. This recall is specifically prompted by the risk that a fuel leak, in the proximity of an ignition source, could...
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    Stellantis recalls 44,500 vehicles globally due to a potential brake pedal failure
    Stellantis is recalling 44,500 vehicles globally due to a potential brake pedal failure, Reuters reported Oct. 17. The recall covers the model year 2024–2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and the model year 2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid sport utility vehicles, which share the same platform.  About 21,000 of the recalled vehicles are in the US, with the remaining distributed across Canada, Mexico and other global markets. Stellantis estimates 5% of these vehicles have faulty brake pedals. In aff...
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    Honda recalls 720,000 vehicles in US to fix defective high-pressure fuel pump
    Honda is recalling 720,000 vehicles in the US to fix defective high-pressure fuel pumps. The recall covers model year 2022 through 2025 Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hybrid and CR-V Hybrid models. According to Honda, cracks may form inside the defective high-pressure fuel pump and could grow to the point that fuel leaks out while the car is on, causing an increased risk of fire. However, the Japanese automaker has not received any reports of crashes or injuries related to this pro...
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    Nissan recalls nearly 24,000 Leaf EVs over fire risk while using DC fast charger
    Nissan is initiating a recall of nearly 23,887 Leaf electric vehicles to address a fire risk while using DC fast chargers. The recall covers the Leaf EVs from the 2019 and 2020 model years, specifically those manufactured at the Japanese automaker’s Smyrna plant in Tennessee, US, between Aug. 29, 2018, and Nov. 3, 2020. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the high-voltage battery packs of the affected Leaf EVs may catch fire during DC fast-charging sessi...
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    Honda recalls 2 million vehicles in North America over steering gearbox defect
    Honda has announced a voluntary recall of nearly 1.7 million Acura and Honda vehicles from model years 2022 to 2025 across the US due to a defective steering gearbox component that presents an increased risk of crashes or injuries. The recalls cover the model year 2024–2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid sedan, 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Hatchback, 2023–2025 Honda Civic Type R and 2025 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell. Apart from the US, the recall covers another 300,000 vehicles in Canada a...
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    Porsche recalls over 27,500 Taycan electric sedans to address short-circuit risk in battery modules
    Porsche is recalling 27,527 Taycan electric sedans in the US to address the risk of a short circuit in the battery modules. The recall affects model year 2020 through 2024 Taycans, produced between Oct. 21, 2019, and Feb. 1, 2024. According to the documents filed by the German sports-car maker with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles may experience a short circuit within the battery modules, which could lead to a fire. The battery packs were suppl...
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    DOJ objects Fisker's plans to make owners pay for labor costs for vehicle recalls
    The US Justice Department (DOJ) has termed Fisker’s plan to make owners pay for labor costs related to multiple recalls of the Ocean electric sport utility vehicles as illegal. The DOJ, writing on behalf of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has said in a filing submitted to the Fisker bankruptcy docket that the automaker’s plan violates the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act in several aspects. The agency's objection could influence a court's decision dur...
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    NHTSA investigates over 360,000 Ford SUVs for brake system failures
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is currently investigating more than 360,000 Ford vehicles after receiving 36 complaints of brake system failures, USA Today reported Oct. 4. The investigation mainly covers model year 2015 through 2017 Ford Edge crossover sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in which a rear brake hose failure may delay the vehicle’s ability to stop suddenly. Though an official recall has not been declared, the aim of the investigation is to comprehend ...
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    Tesla recalls more than 27,000 Cybertrucks due to rearview camera issue
    Tesla is recalling 27,185 model year 2024 Cybertruck electric pickups due to an issue with the rearview camera. In affected vehicles, the rearview camera may not activate immediately after shifting into reverse, which could increase the risk of a crash. This problem also means that these vehicles do not meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, related to "Rear Visibility." To address the issue, Tesla has introduced an over-the-air (OTA) software update for the affect...
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    Stellantis recalls 194,000 Jeep SUVs over fire risks
    Stellantis will recall 194,000 Jeep plug-in hybrid electric sport utility vehicles to address fire risks, following reports of 13 fires, Reuters reported Sept. 30. The affected models include some model year 2020 through 2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022 through 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrids. The recall impacts 154,000 vehicles in the US, 14,000 in Canada, 700 in Mexico and about 26,000 in locations outside North America.   According to Stellantis, the recall decision was made follo...
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    GM recalls nearly 450,000 vehicles in US over brake indicator fault
    General Motors (GM) will recall 450,000 of its sport utility vehicles and pickups due to a fault in the vehicles' indicators that fail to alert drivers when brake fluid levels drop below safe limits, The Detroit Free Press reported Sept. 20. The affected models include the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickups, in addition to the 2023 and 2024 models of the Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV large SUVs. The af...
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    Ford recalls over 144,000 Maverick pickups in US due to rearview camera issue
    Ford is initiating a recall for over 144,000 units of its model year 2022–2024 Ford Maverick pickups across the US, The Detroit Free Press reported Sept. 20, citing the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In affected vehicles, the rearview camera's image may freeze when the vehicle is put in reverse, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash. The recalled vehicles are equipped with Connected Touch Radios. The automaker plans to address this problem by offer...
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    Volkswagen pauses sales and production of ID.4 electric SUVs in US amid recall for defective door handles
    Volkswagen (VW) has halted sales and temporarily ceased production of the ID.4 electric SUV at its Chattanooga plant in Tennessee, US, following a recall due to potentially defective door handles. The recall, prompted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), was issued after discovering that water could infiltrate the electronic door handles, causing a short-circuit that might lead to the doors opening while the vehicle is in motion. With no immediate solution for the door ...
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    Volkswagen recalls 98,800 ID.4 electric SUVs to fix issue with door handles
    Volkswagen (VW) has issued a recall for 98,806 of its ID.4 electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) spanning the 2021–2024 model years, due to a defect in the door handles that may lead to the doors opening unexpectedly, Green Car Reports said Sept. 10. The vehicles affected by this recall were assembled in Zwickau, Germany, and Chattanooga, Tenn. In affected vehicles, which VW claimed to be fewer than 1% of all recalled, the door handles may not adequately prevent water from entering. The in...
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    NHTSA investigates 781,000 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator SUVs for underhood fires
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a preliminary investigation into more than 781,000 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator sport utility vehicles (SUVs) from the model year 2021 through 2023, after reports of underhood fires, Reuters reported Sept. 9. A preliminary investigation is the first phase in a process that could potentially lead to a recall, if deemed necessary. Stellantis, the parent group of Jeep, is fully cooperating with the vehicle safety regulator. ...
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    Stellantis recalls 1.46 million vehicles globally to fix software glitch in ABS module
    Stellantis is recalling 1.46 million vehicles worldwide to fix a software malfunction in the antilock braking system that can increase the risk of a crash, Reuters reported Sept. 7. The recall covers model year 2019 and model year 2021 through 2024 Ram 1500 trucks. Of the total, Stellantis is recalling 1.23 million vehicles in the US, 159,000 vehicles in Canada, 13,000 vehicles in Mexico and 61,000 vehicles outside North America. According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Admini...
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    BMW recalls 1,150 i4 electric cars in US over chassis issue
    BMW is initiating a recall for 1,150 of its model year 2024 i4 electric cars in the US due to a potential structural integrity issue caused by a part of the chassis that may crack, Green Car Reports said Aug. 29. This recall affects all three versions of the i4: The base single-motor i4 eDrive40, the dual-motor i4 xDrive50 and the range-topping i4 M50. According to a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the issue lies with the left-side longitudinal beam of ...
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    NHTSA concludes investigation into 1.3 million GM vehicles over seat belt issue
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has concluded a five-year investigation into seat belt failures in certain General Motors (GM) vehicles after the automaker issued extended warranty coverage, The Associated Press reported on Sept. 3.  This investigation stemmed from a 2014 recall that involved more than 1.3 million midsize sport utility vehicles (SUVs), including the Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook from the 2009 through 2014 mode...
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    NHTSA confirms 28th death related to defective airbag inflator supplied by Takata
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has confirmed the 28th death in the US since 2009, stemming from a defective airbag inflators supplied by erstwhile Takata Corporation, Reuters reported on Sept. 3. The death, reported to the vehicle safety agency by Honda, took place in 2018 but was recently verified as being a result of a malfunctioning Takata airbag. According to the Japanese automaker, a person was killed while driving a Honda vehicle with one of the defective a...
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    BMW announces global recall for Mini Cooper SE over battery concerns
    BMW has initiated a global recall of its Mini Cooper SE electric vehicles, addressing concerns over battery problems that could potentially implicate over 140,000 units worldwide, as confirmed by a company spokesperson. In Germany alone, approximately 39,000 vehicles are expected to be impacted by this recall. The automaker has highlighted issues within the battery system that may lead to overheating, and has not dismissed the possibility of vehicle fires occurring even when the cars are park...
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    Ford recalls 90,736 vehicles over engine valve issue
    Ford is set to recall 90,736 vehicles due to an issue with engine intake valves that may break while driving, as announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Aug. 31. The recall affects a range of vehicle models from the 2021–2022 lineup, including the Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus and Lincoln Aviator, specifically those equipped with either a 2.7 liter (L) or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. In response to this issue, dealers are instructed to p...
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    JLR recalls nearly 2,800 Jaguar I-Pace electric SUVs in the US over fire risk
    Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is issuing a recall notice for 2,760 Jaguar I-Pace electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US from the 2019 model year due to a risk of battery fires, advising owners to park their vehicles outdoors and away from any structures. This recall is attributed to problems with the electric SUVs' high-voltage battery, which can overheat and potentially lead to fires. JLR has identified the need for a new remedy despite conducting three previous recalls for similar issue...
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    BMW recalls more than 12,500 Mini Cooper SE electric hatchbacks in US due to fire risk
    BMW’s MINI brand is recalling 12,535 Cooper SE electric hatchbacks due to a fire risk, according to a report by Green Car Reports. The recall covers the Cooper SE electric hatchbacks from the model years 2020 through 2024. In affected vehicles, a manufacturing issue could cause a short circuit in the battery pack, leading to a risk of fire. According to BMW’s documents, submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected Cooper SE electric hatchbacks may ...
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    False activation of autonomous emergency braking tech causes crashes, recalls
    In a recent incident, a driver experienced the dangers of phantom braking when his vehicle unexpectedly collided with a stopped Honda Accord while driving back from a ski trip. This accident highlights a wider issue with automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems that has led to recalls, injuries and lawsuits due to their false activations. The NHTSA has received thousands of complaints regarding this issue, according to a report published by Automotive News on Aug. 23. The incidents spec...
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    NHTSA concludes investigation into GM's Cruise autonomous vehicles
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has concluded its preliminary investigation into General Motors' Cruise unit, which involves 1,194 autonomous ride-hailing vehicles, according to a report published by Reuters on Aug. 23. This investigation, initiated in December 2022, focused on incidents of hard braking and immobilization. The NHTSA decided to close the case after evaluating Cruise's recall efforts and data analysis demonstrating a reduction in hard braking ...
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    Fisker recalls more than 8,000 Ocean electric SUVs to fix regenerative braking issue
    Fisker will recall its Ocean electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) to fix an issue with regenerative braking, Autoevolution reported Aug. 22. The recall affects a total of 8,026 vehicles, including 7,745 in the US and 281 in Canada. In affected vehicles, a glitch with the brake module software may cause a sudden reduction in regenerative braking, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. Fisker began looking into this matter in late 2023, following a meeting with the National Highway Traff...
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    Acura recalls 5,000 ZDX to update electronic brake control module software
    Acura, the premium car brand of Honda, has voluntarily recalled nearly 5,000 ZDX all-wheel drive vehicles in the US to update the electronic brake control module software, the automaker said in a press release Aug. 16. The over-the-air software update, released Aug. 16, is free of charge and can be done at home, without requiring a visit to dealerships. It addresses an issue in affected vehicles when braking below 25 miles per hour. An overly sensitive anti-lock braking system can kick in and...
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    Tesla recalls over 9,000 Model Xs due to roof trim issue
    Tesla has initiated a recall for over 9,000 of its Model X sport utility vehicles due to an issue with the roof cosmetic trim pieces that might detach while the car is in motion. The recalls covers 2016 model year Model X electric SUVs.  According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the front and center roof cosmetic trim pieces may be adhered without the use of primer and could separate from the vehicle creating a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.  ...
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    BMW recalls nearly 720,800 vehicles in North America to fix issue with faulty water pump
    BMW is recalling 720,796 vehicles in North America over concerns of a short circuit, Reuters reported Aug. 20. The recall affects some crossovers including the X1, X3 and X5, along with the 3 Series and 5 Series sedans, among other models. These vehicles are equipped with an electric water pump that may short circuit because of faulty installation, leading to a fire risk. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an improperly sealed electrical connector on the ...
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    Ford recalls 37,371 vehicles in US to fix faulty windshield wiper motors
    Ford is recalling a total of 37,371 vehicles in the US to fix an issue with the windshield wiper motor, according to a report dated Aug. 19, 2024. The recall impacts the model year 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E and Bronco Sport, and the model year 2023–24 Ford Maverick. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the front windshield wiper motor might become inoperative in these vehicles, causing the wipers to fail and potentially reducing visibility, which increases...
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    Rivian halts electric delivery van production due to parts shortage
    Rivian has halted the production of electric delivery vans (EDVs) at its Normal, Ill., manufacturing plant due to a parts shortage, Reuters reported Aug. 16, citing a spokesperson from the electric vehicle manufacturer. Rivian has not disclosed any information about the specific part and supplier in question. The company produces EDVs for Amazon, its largest investor and customer. In 2019, the US-based e-commerce giant ordered 100,000 EDVs to be deployed by 2030. Rivian began delive...
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    Ford recalls 85,000 Explorer Police Interceptors over fire risk
    Ford is recalling nearly 85,000 Explorer sport utility vehicles (SUVs) equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility (PIU) package due to the risk of premature engine failure that could potentially lead to fires. This recall covers vehicles from the 2020 to 2022 model years equipped with 3.3-liter hybrid or gasoline engines. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in affected vehicles, the engine failure may cause significant amounts of engine oil or fuel vapor...
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    General Motors recalls electric Cadillac Lyriq SUVs in US over braking issue
    General Motors (GM) is issuing a recall for nearly all of its all-electric Cadillac Lyriq sport utility vehicles (SUVs), due to an issue with the anti-lock braking system (ABS) that poses a crash risk, The Detroit Free Press reported Aug. 13. The recall covers 21,469 units of the model year 2023 and 2024 all-wheel-drive (AWD) Lyriq SUVs. Cadillac has sold a total of 22,370 Lyriq SUVs in the US, according to GM's sales report. The recall is not expected to affect the production of the 2024 Lyr...
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    BMW recalls over 100,000 vehicles in US due to starter issue
    BMW is recalling 105,558 vehicles in the US due to a potential issue with the starter motor, which could overheat and fail to start. The recall affects the model years 2019–2020 BMW X5 and X7; model year 2020 BMW 3 Series, 8 Series and X6; and model years 2020–2021 BMW 7 Series. According to BMW, in certain cases where the engine starter had some mechanical damage, the engine could not be turned on. “If the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine using excessively long starting a...
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    NHTSA begins probe into more than 77,000 Nissan Rogue SUVs on reports of inner tie rod failure
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a preliminary investigation into 77,131 Nissan Rogue sport utility vehicles (SUVs) from the 2021 model year, according to a report by Reuters on Aug. 7. The safety agency started a probe after receiving reports of inner tie rod failures that resulted in losses of steering control. The investigation will focus on assessing the safety-related consequences, scope, frequency and underlying causes of the alleged def...
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    Tesla recalls 1.7 million vehicles in mainland China to fix issue in front trunk lid
    Tesla is performing a remote recall of 1.7 million vehicles in mainland China with an over-the-air (OTA) software update, Reuters reported Aug. 6, citing the State Administration for Market Regulation. The recall, the second largest by the US-based electric-car maker in mainland China, covers imported Model S and Model X, as well as the locally built Model 3 and Model Y. The affected vehicles could fail to detect when the front trunk lid is unlocked, resulting in a potential safety hazard.  ...
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    NHTSA upgrades and expands Dodge Journey SUVs probe to nearly 1 million vehicles
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has upgraded and expanded its ongoing investigation into nearly 1 million Stellantis Dodge Journey sport utility vehicles (SUVs) over faulty door locks and windows, Reuters reported. The US-based vehicle safety agency commenced the investigation in December 2022 after a report of a person allegedly entrapped and killed during a vehicle fire that resulted in a death in Middleton, Wis. In May 2023, the NHTSA began a preliminary inves...
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    Hyundai recalls 49,700 Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid SUVs in US over airbag issue
    Hyundai is recalling more than 49,700 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US to fix an issue that can compromise the functioning of airbags. The recall affects the model year 2024 Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid. In affected vehicles, the main floor wiring harnesses may become damaged due to friction with the passenger side second-row bench seat assembly. The damage to the wiring harness may cause the airbags to deploy unintentionally or in the event of a crash, not...
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    Tesla recalls 1.8 million vehicles in US to fix faulty hoods
    Tesla is recalling more than 1.8 million vehicles in the US to fix faulty hoods, CBS News reported. The recall affects the model years 2021 through 2024 Model 3, Model S and Model X, as well as the model year 2020 through 2024 Model Y. According to a regulatory filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Tesla reported that the latch assembly for 17 of its new and used electric cars might not detect that the hood is open. This could obstruct a driver’s view, pote...
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    Toyota to replace engines in more than 100,000 Tundra pickups, Lexus LS SUVs
    Toyota has decided to replace the 3.5-liter, twin-turbo V6 engines in approximately 102,200 Tundra pickups and Lexus LX sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in North America with new engines, according to a report by The Drive on July 25. The affected vehicle owners will receive the new engines at no cost. In May, Toyota issued a voluntary recall of certain model year (MY) 2022 and 2023 Tundra and Lexus LX models after identifying that machining debris may find its way inside the engine, leading to ...
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    BMW recalls more than 291,000 vehicles in US to replace interior cargo rails
    BMW is recalling more than 291,000 sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US to fix interior cargo rails that can detach in the event of a crash, the Associated Press reported July 24. The recalls cover select vehicles from the 2018 through 2023 model years. According to the documents submitted by BMW to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automaker found out about the problem in August 2022 after an “extreme rare crash” involving a model year 2022 X3 SUV. The au...
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    NHTSA investigates 150,000 Stellantis vehicles in US over engine shutdowns
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has started a preliminary evaluation of nearly 150,000 Stellantis vehicles over reports of loss of motive power that is causing the engine to shut down, with intermittent ability to restart. The investigation covers model year 2022 RAM 1500 pickup trucks and Jeep Wagoneer sport utility vehicles (SUVs). The US safety agency has received 80 such complaints from the owners of these vehicles. According to the complaints, the eng...
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    Hyundai recalls 67,000 vehicles in US to fix two separate issues
    Hyundai is recalling nearly 67,000 vehicles in the US to fix two separate issues that could increase the risk of a crash if not addressed, Reuters reported July 18. The first issue is related to a problem with the fuel pump, which could result in a loss of power. This impacts 54,647 vehicles including certain Genesis G70, Veloster N, Elantra N and Kona N. According to a notice by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an air/fuel mixture that runs too "rich" may resu...
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    Kia recalls over 1,100 EV6 models in India to fix issue with integrated charging control unit
    Kia has initiated a voluntary recall of 1,138 units of its EV6 electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) in India due to an issue in the integrated charging control unit (ICCU), which could impair the functionality of the 12V auxiliary battery, Autocar Professional reported July 16. This action follows a similar recall of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric SUV in June. Both the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 are based on the same Electric Global Modular Platform (e-GMP). To fix the issue, Kia will updat...
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    Fisker recalls over 11,000 Ocean electric SUVs to fix water pump issue
    Fisker is recalling 11,308 Ocean electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US, Canada and the EU to fix a water pump issue that could cause a loss of power. Out of the total, the company is recalling the highest number of vehicles — 7,545 — in the US. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a communication failure with the cabin electric water pump can cause the high-voltage battery management system (BMS) to enter limp mode, causing a loss o...
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    Lucid announces two seperate recalls for Air electric sedan over safety concern
    Lucid Motors has initiated two separate recalls for its Air electric sedan, addressing issues that could potentially affect vehicle performance and safety. For both issues, Lucid has taken steps to rectify the problems through over-the-air (OTA) software updates. The company has assured to replace hardware where necessary, free of charge, to the vehicle owners. The first recall concerns a high-voltage coolant heater that could fail, impacting the climate system's ability to defrost the windsh...
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    BMW recalls over 390,000 vehicles in US owing to airbag concerns
    BMW of North America has initiated a recall for over 390,000 vehicles in the US owing to a potentially dangerous issue with airbag inflators that could explode, posing a serious risk of injury or death. The recall includes certain model year 2006–11 3-Series sedan, 2006–13 3-Series Sportwagon and 2009–13 3-Series sedan vehicles. The recall specifically targets vehicles where the original steering wheel may have been swapped out for a sport or M-sport steering wheel that includes a Takat...
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    Stellantis recalls more than 332,000 vehicles in the US to fix faulty airbags
    Stellantis is recalling more than 332,000 vehicles in the US to fix faulty airbags that may not deploy during a crash. The recall affects vehicles produced and sold by different brands of Stellantis. The affected vehicles include the model years 2017–2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2018–2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2019–2023 Jeep Renegade, 2019–2023 Fiat 500, and 2024 Fiat 500 E. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the front airbag may not deploy as intended i...
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    NHTSA probes over 94,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles for power-loss issues
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating over 94,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles due to potential issues related to a loss of motive power. The investigation follows the receipt of complaints concerning vehicles that were not included in a previous recall. In November 2022, the NHTSA had recalled nearly 63,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe models from the 2021–2023 production years equipped with a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle engine, citing risks of engine shutdown ...
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    Fisker recalls 12,500 Ocean SUVs in North America and Europe to fix issue with door handles
    Fisker has announced a voluntary recall of model year 2023-2024 Ocean electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) across North America and Europe to fix issues with outer door handles. The recall affects a total of 12,523 Ocean SUVs, including 8,204 vehicles in the US, 513 in Canada and 3,806 in Europe. To address this recall, Fisker plans to inspect all four side door handles on the impacted vehicles using a specialized force checking tool supplied by the door handle manufacturer. Should any door...
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    Volkswagen recalls 271,000 Atlas SUVs in US over airbag issue
    Volkswagen is recalling 271,000 Atlas sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US over an airbag issue, Fox Business reported June 27. The recall affects the model year 2021–2024 Volkswagen Atlas and 2020–2024 Atlas Cross Sport, produced between Oct. 1, 2020, and June 17, 2024. According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles are equipped with a passenger occupant detection system (PODS) in the front passenger seat. The system is integrated int...
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    Toyota recalls of 11,000 Lexus RX and NX models in US to fix head restraints of front seats
    Toyota is voluntarily recalling certain model years 2024 Lexus RX and 2024–2025 Lexus NX vehicles in the US to fix an issue with the head restraints of the front seats, the automaker said in a press release on June 27. The recall affects about 11,000 vehicles. According to the Japanese automaker, the head restraints for the front driver and passenger seats could be removed in affected vehicles without the need to press the designated release button. This may result in the vehicle not comply...
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    Porsche to recall all Taycan electric sports cars over braking issue
    Porsche has initiated a global recall of all Taycan electric sports cars due to a braking issue that has been identified in a small number of vehicles, Autocar reported June 26. This issue pertains to the front brake hoses, which have been found to develop cracks in some cars, leading to brake fluid leakage. This, in turn, diminishes brake pressure and hampers the effectiveness of the braking system. Porsche has not specified the exact number of cars impacted by this recall. The carmaker has ...
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    Tesla issues two separate recalls for Cybertruck electric pickup in US
    Tesla has initiated two separate recalls for its model year 2024 Cybertruck pickups in the US, CNBC reported June 25. Both recalls affect more than 11,000 Cybertruck pickups produced between Nov. 13, 2023, and June 6, 2024. These recalls, the third and fourth for the Cybertruck, necessitate physical repairs for trim pieces that might loosen and detach, and for faulty motor controllers in the windshield wipers, as per a report dated June 19 on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
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    Fisker issues two voluntary recalls in North America and Europe
    Fisker has issued two separate voluntary recalls affecting vehicles in North America and Europe due to software issues. The first recall involves a total of 11,201 Fisker Oceans across the US, Canada and Europe. In affected vehicles, the motor control unit and vehicle control unit software may cause the vehicle to enter a safe state protection mode, possibly resulting in a loss of motor power. To address this issue, Fisker will update all affected vehicles to version OS 2.1 of its vehicle softwa...
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    Toyota recalls 145,000 SUVs over airbag deployment issue
    Toyota has issued a voluntary recall of some 145,000 units of model year 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander and Lexus TX sport utility vehicles in the US to fix side curtain airbags which may not deploy properly in certain crash scenarios, the automaker said in a press release June 20. The side curtain airbag on the driver side may not deploy as intended during certain crashes if the driver’s window is rolled down. “If this occurs, the vehicles may not meet a federal safety standard, increasing...
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    Volvo recalls 72,000 EX30 SUVs to fix software glitch
    Volvo Car has announced a recall of nearly all 72,000 units of its EX30 electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) produced so far due to a software glitch that causes the speedometer to enter test mode upon starting the vehicle, Transport Topics reported June 10. The problem, requiring an over-the-air software update for resolution, was initially highlighted by the Swedish website Carup. So far, no accidents or injuries have been reported in connection with the recall, and no other Volvo models ha...
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    Stellantis recalls 1.16 million vehicles to fix software that prevents rearview camera from displaying
    Stellantis is recalling 1.16 million vehicles in North America to fix a software glitch that is preventing the rearview camera from displaying, raising the potential risk of a crash, Reuters reported June 18. The recall affects 1 million vehicles in the US and 126,000 in Canada. The recall covers the model year 2021–2022 Dodge Durango, 2021–2023 Chrysler Pacifica and Jeep Grand Cherokee L; 2022–2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer and Ram Promaster; and 2022 ...
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    Chrysler recalls over 211,500 vehicles for software glitch
    Chrysler is recalling 211,581 sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pickup trucks in the US due to a software glitch that could potentially disable the vehicles' electronic stability control (ESC) systems. The vehicles affected include certain model year 2022 Dodge Durango, Ram 2500 and Ram 3500. Outside of the US, the recall affects 17,462 vehicles in Canada, 2,313 vehicles in Mexico, and another 5,023 vehicles in certain markets outside of North America. These vehicles were produced between Apr...
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    Kia recalls more than 462,000 vehicles in US to fix defective power seat motors
    Kia is recalling more than 462,000 vehicles in the US due to defective power seat motors, which may catch fire while the vehicles are parked or in motion, according to a filing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), said a report on June 8. The recall affects Kia Telluride crossover sport utility vehicles, manufactured between 2020 and 2024. The defect was first detected by a customer in December 2022 who saw smoke coming from underneath the driver's seat. Later, ...
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    Toyota recalls over 100,000 pickup trucks and SUVs in US over potential engine stall
    Toyota is recalling nearly 100,000 units of model year 2022-2023 Tundra pickup trucks in the US to fix a problem that could cause their engine to lose power while driving, Reuters reported June 4. The recall also affects 3,500 units of 2022-2023 Lexus LX 600 luxury SUVs. Both recalled models are equipped with Toyota’s V35A six-cylinder engine. In affected vehicles, debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail. This could lead to potent...
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    Mercedes-Benz recalls nearly 15,000 EVs in US over software issue
    Mercedes-Benz is recalling 14,912 electric vehicles in the US due to a software issue in the battery management system (BMS) that could result in a loss of drive power, according to a report by Green Car Reports published on June 4. The recall includes all versions of the EQS and EQE sedans, as well as the EQS and EQE sport utility vehicles (SUVs) from model years 2023 to 2025. In affected vehicles, the battery management software might not meet current production specifications and co...
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    NHTSA investigates 75,000 Rogue Select compact SUVs in US over unintended deployment of side airbags
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a probe into select Nissan vehicles over reports of unintended deployment of side airbags, Reuters reported June 4. The recall affects 75,000 units of the model year 2015 Nissan Rogue Select compact sport utility vehicles (SUVs). The federal safety agency launched an investigation in response to reports of inadvertent deployment of side airbags after the vehicle door is shut or slammed. Such unintended deployment of airb...
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    NHTSA seeks records from Tesla to investigate power steering loss in Model 3, Model Y vehicles
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking records from Tesla in its ongoing investigation into the power steering loss of the Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, Reuters reported May 29. The investigation covers about 334,000 units of the Model 3 and Model Y from the 2023 model year and comes after the safety regulator received 115 reports of steering control loss. According to the NHTSA, the reports include steering or related failures, or the steering becoming stuck...
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    NHTSA tells owners of 84,000 older Nissan vehicles to stop driving over airbag concerns
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has asked owners of 84,000 older Nissan vehicles equipped with recalled, unrepaired Takata airbags to stop driving immediately, according to a Reuters report on May 29. The affected vehicles include the 2002–2006 Nissan Sentra, 2002–2004 Nissan Pathfinder and 2002–2003 Infiniti QX4. These vehicles were recalled for faulty airbags in 2020 but have not yet been fixed. The advice from the US federal safety regulator comes after Nis...
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    Volkswagen recalls 88,000 ID.4 electric SUVs in US and Canada to fix software bug
    Volkswagen is recalling nearly 80,000 units of the model year 2021–2023 ID.4 electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US to fix a software bug that could sometimes affect the functioning of the instrument cluster and infotainment system, according to a press release dated May 29. The recall also affects 8,000 ID.4 vehicles in Canada. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicle may experience the center displays and instrument panel...
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    Lamborghini recalls Urus SUVs in US to fix issue with hood
    Lamborghini is recalling 2,133 units of the Urus sport utility vehicle (SUV) in the US to fix faulty hood which may fly open when the supercar is running at high speed, Bloomberg reported. The recall affects certain model year 2023-2024 Urus S and Urus Performante models. In the US, these two models start at $237,848 and $269,885 respectively. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in affected vehicles the hood latch striker may separate and fail, resulting in an unlatch...
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    Ford recalls 9,000 hybrid vehicles due to software issue
    Ford has announced a recall of nearly 9,000 hybrid vehicles due to a software issue that could unexpectedly shift the drivetrain into neutral. The vehicles involved in the recall include 8,369 Maverick hybrid pickup trucks from model year 2022–2024, 277 Escape crossovers from model year 2020–2022, and 81 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid crossovers from model year 2021 and 2022. A defect in the hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) in these vehicles could cause the drivetrain to switch int...
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    Automakers recall over 7,700 vehicles in South Korea owing to faulty components
    Four automakers, Hyundai Motor, Kia, Jaguar Land-Rover Korea and Volkswagen Group Korea, will recall over 7,700 vehicles owing to faulty components, The Free Press Journal reported May 8, citing South Korea's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. The companies are voluntarily recalling 11 different models, which include 4,118 units of Hyundai models and 2,668 units of Kia models owing to a manufacturing defect in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve power unit that may cause th...
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    NHTSA raises safety concerns on Ford SUV fuel leak recall – report
    US auto-safety agency, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), said it has "significant safety concerns" over Ford Motor's recall of more than 42,000 sport utility vehicles (SUVs) over concerns that fuel leaks could lead to an engine fire, according to Reuters report on May 9. The NHTSA said in April it was investigating the adequacy and safety consequences of Ford's proposed recall remedy for 2022–2023 model year Bronco Sport and 2022 Ford Escape SUVs with 1.5 lite...
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    NHTSA expands probe into Tesla's Autopilot software after recall of 2 million vehicles
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is currently investigating whether Tesla’s recall of more than 2 million vehicles in December 2023 was sufficient to fix the safety threat posed by its Autopilot feature, a CNN report on April 26 read. Tesla had issued a recall of nearly 2 million vehicles on US roads owing to a software update designed to address safety concerns related to the company's Autopilot feature. The NHTSA launched an investigation into the feature afte...
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    Tesla to recall 3,878 Cybertrucks over faulty accelerator pedal – report
    Tesla is recalling 3,878 Cybertrucks to fix an accelerator pedal pad that could come loose and get lodged in the interior trim, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said. A trapped accelerator pedal could cause the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash, the auto safety regulator said in a notice, Reuters reported April 19.  Tesla will replace or repair the accelerator pedal assembly at no charge and owners will be notified throu...
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    Toyota recalls select Prius models in Japan owing to faulty rear-door handle
    Toyota Motor has suspended orders for its Prius cars owing to a product recall related to faulty rear-door handle parts, The Straits Times reported April 17. The company is recalling 135,305 Prius vehicles in Japan manufactured between Nov. 24, 2023 and April 3, 2024, according to Japan's Transport Ministry. No accidents have been reported due to the issue. According to the report, Toyota's supplier, Tokai Rika, expects to incur ¥11 billion (about $96 million) in costs owing to the recall.&n...
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    Ford to recall over 42,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs over fire risks
    Ford is recalling an additional 42,652 model year (MY) 2022 and 2023 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs owing to a fire risk, a Consumer Reports article dated April 10 read. The cause is a faulty fuel injector that could cause a fire. The recall includes vehicles with the 1.5L EcoBoost three-cylinder engine. Ford previously recalled over half a million vehicles for the same issue in 2022, but found that the problem affected more vehicles than previously thought. The recall is owing to a cracked fue...
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    Leading automakers in Korea issue recall of 50,000 vehicles for faulty parts
    Mercedes-Benz Korea, Stellantis Korea and two other carmakers will recall more than 50,000 vehicles owing to faulty components, the transport ministry said April 4. The four companies, including Honda Motor Co. and Jaguar Land-Rover Korea, are voluntarily recalling a total of 50,760 units of 62 different models, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said in a report in MNS dated April 4.  The problems that prompted the recall include software problems in the gearbox control ...
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    Kia issues recall for 427,000 Telluride SUVs owing to parking brake defect
    Kia is recalling over 427,000 Telluride sport utility vehicles (SUVs) owing to a defect that may cause the vehicles to roll away while parked. According to documents from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft of certain model year (MY) 2020–2024 Tellurides may not be fully engaged, leading to unintended vehicle movement and increased crash risks. Kia America recalled all MY 2020–2023 and select MY 2024 Tellurides earlier, ...
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    Subaru issues recall of 118,000 vehicles in the US over faulty airbag sensors
    Automaker Subaru is recalling 118,000 sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and sedans in the US to address a faulty sensor that can prevent airbags from deploying in a crash, quoting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), according to a Reuters report on March 28. The recall covers various 2020 through 2022 model years Outback and Legacy. It is the third recall stemming from the same issues from parts produced by the same supplier. Toyota in December 2023 recalled 1.12 mill...
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    Maruti Suzuki India recalls 16,041 vehicles over fuel pump motor defect
    Maruti Suzuki India has issued a recall for 16,041 vehicles comprising 11,851 units of the premium Baleno hatchback and 4,190 units of the Wagon R manufactured between July 30, 2019, and November 1, 2019.  This recall is a precautionary measure prompted by suspicions of a defect in the fuel pump motor component. While instances of this issue are rare, there is a possibility that it could result in engine stalling or starting problems, Autocar Professional reported on March 22.  A...
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    Chrysler issues recall of 286,000 vehicles over airbag concerns
    Fox Business reported on March 22 that Chrysler is recalling around 286,000 vehicles over concerns that the side airbag inflators in the cars may rupture, which could hurt or even kill people. According to separate notices posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recalls involve certain Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles from model years 2018-2021, and replacement parts for airbags in roughly 1,000 vehicles. The notices state that the side curtain airb...
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    Hyundai, Kia to recall US vehicles over damaged charging unit, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says
    Hyundai Motor America and Kia America are recalling a combined 147,100 U.S. vehicles over a damaged charging unit, Reuters reported on March 21, quoting the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) According to the report Hyundai will recall 98,878 vehicles, affecting certain Ioniq and Genesis models, while Kia will recall 48,232 vehicles impacting certain EV6 models. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt bat...
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    Hyundai, Kia to recall nearly 170,000 EVs in South Korea over software problem
    South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia issued a voluntary recall of about 170,000 units of electric vehicles, one of the largest recalls in domestic EVs, The Korea Economic Daily reported March 14.   The South Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced that defects were found in 232,000 units of 12 models from four companies: Hyundai Motor, Kia, Stellantis Korea and Tesla Korea. Among the vehicles subject to the latest recall, 169,932 Hyundai Motor and Kia elec...
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    Porsche recalls 911 models over improperly manufactured windows
    Porsche is recalling certain model year 2020–2024 911 vehicles in North America over issues with windows and windshields, a notice by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Feb. 28. The notice stated that the front windshield and rear window may not be properly secured and can detach. A total of 8,101 vehicles has been recalled. The report read that during airbag deployment, an unsecured windshield may not support the front airbags as intended and increase the risk ...
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    GM recalls 820,000 pickups owing to tailgate defect
    General Motors (GM) is recalling 820,000 newer pickup trucks in North America owing to a defect that could cause tailgates to unlatch and open unexpectedly. The issue affects 2020 through 2024 model year trucks with power unlatching liftgates, and is caused by water leaking into the exterior tailgate switch and causing a short-circuit while parked. GM is aware of one allegation of a minor injury and three minor property damage complaints related to the recall issue.
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    Toyota recalls over 600,000 vehicles owing to safety concerns
    Over 600,000 Toyota pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US have been recalled over the past week owing to different issues that could increase the risk of crashes, The New York Times reported on Feb. 27. The first announcement stated that about 280,000 vehicles, including Toyota Tundra, Tundra Hybrid and Lexus LX600 vehicles from the model years (MY) 2022–2024 and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles from MY 2023–2024, were recalled because “certain parts of the transmission may not ...
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    Chrysler to recall 338,238 Jeeps in US, says NHTSA
    Chrysler, a Stellantis-owned brand, is recalling 338,238 Jeeps in the US over an issue that might result in the loss of vehicle control, Reuters reported Feb. 29, quoting the US safety regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Dealers will replace the upper control arm pinch bolts free of charge in impacted vehicles, the NHTSA said. The report quoting the NHTSA further said that the upper control arm ball joint and steering knuckle might separate and ...
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    Kia recalls 4,358 Seltos units over potential oil pump issue
    Kia India has initiated a voluntary recall of 4,358 units of the Kia Seltos owing to a potential error in the electronic oil pump controller, which may impact the performance of the electronic oil pump in the sport utility vehicle's (SUV's) continuously variable transmission (CVT) gearbox. The affected models were manufactured between Feb. 28 and July 13, 2023. Kia is proactively reaching out to customers and replacing the faulty part in the affected models. This recall is the lates...
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    Tesla to fix software in 8,700 vehicles in China product recall ‒ report
    China's market regulator said that Tesla Inc. would fix software in 8,700 vehicles to reduce the chance of accidents, according to a Reuters report on Feb. 24.  The action involving 1,071 imported Model S and Model X, and 7,629 China-produced Model 3, is described as a product recall under Chinese regulations, the regulator said. It was not immediately clear if drivers might need, or would be eligible, to return vehicles to Tesla for refunds. The report stated that some vehicles falli...
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    BMW recalls nearly 80,000 vehicles in US over potential brake-system malfunction
    According to a filing on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA's) website on Feb. 21, BMW is recalling 79,670 vehicles over an issue with braking. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power-brake assist, or cause the antilock brake (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC) systems to not function properly. A loss of power-brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, and malfunctioning of the ABS and/or DSC systems ...
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    Toyota recalls 280,000 vehicles due to transmission problem
    Toyota has announced a recall of nearly 280,000 vehicles in the US owing to a transmission problem that can cause the cars to roll forward while in neutral. According to an Associated Press report dated Feb. 22, the recall affects some model year (MY) 2022 Toyota Tundra pickups and Lexus LX 600 sport utility vehicles (SUVs), as well as MY 2023 and 2024 Toyota Sequoia SUVs. The issue involves certain parts of the transmission not immediately disengaging when the vehicle is shifted to neutral, ...
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    NHTSA opens investigation into Lucid Motors windshield defroster recall
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into a recall made by Lucid Motors in January, TechCrunch reported Feb. 12. Lucid had announced the recall of more than 2,000 model year 2022–23 Air luxury-electric sedans owing to faulty high-voltage coolant heaters (HVCH), responsible for supplying warm air to heat the cabin and defrosting, which could lead to the obstruction of driver vision. The carmaker had stated that a software update would be made...
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    VinFast recalls 6,000 units in Vietnam to replace switch
    Vietnam's electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast is recalling nearly 6,000 of its VF 5 cars sold in the domestic market to replace the combination switch, Reuters reported on Feb. 6 quoting the company. The vehicles being recalled were manufactured from March to December 2023, the company said in a statement, adding only one vehicle sold on the market was recorded with the switch error and no incidents have occurred. VinFast discovered during tests that the front lights on some VF 5 Plus vehi...
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    GM issues recall for 300,000 vehicles owing to tailgate problem
    General Motors issued a recall for its heavy-duty trucks involving the Chevy Silverado, and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty pickups spanning from 2020 to current 2024 models. In addition to the recall, the automaker has ordered a stop-sale for current trucks on dealer lots until they can be repaired. The issue causing the recall stems from the power lock and release function included in trucks with manual tailgates. The recall makes specific notice that trucks with other tailgates are not...
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    Honda recalls 750,000 US vehicles over airbag defect
    Japanese automaker Honda Motor Co. said it was recalling 750,000 vehicles in the US over a defect involving airbags that could deploy unintentionally during a crash. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the airbag as intended, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Feb. 6. Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors. The recall includes certain Honda Pilot, Accord and Civic vehicles from the 2020–2022 model year...
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    Tesla recalls nearly 2.2 million US vehicles over software issue with warning lights
    Tesla has recalled nearly 2.2 million vehicles in the US owing to a software issue with the warning lights on the instrument panel. The recall affects various models, including the 2012–2023 Model S, 2016–2023 Model X, 2017–2023 Model 3, 2019–2024 Model Y and the 2024 Cybertruck. The problem lies in the brake, park and antilock brake warning lights, which are too small and can make critical safety information difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash. Tesla has already started re...
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