Posted in Automotive, Mercedes Benz, Recalls, Safety on Jul 25th, 2008
It seems that Mercedes-Benz’s problems with electronics are still happening. The company is now recalling 404 units of 11 different models, including the 2009 SL and SLK, to fix a software problem that could result in problems with fuel gauge readings and the speedometer. Here are the models affected: 2006-’08 M-Class and R-Class 2005-’09 SLK […]
Posted in Automotive, Nissan, Recalls on Jul 23rd, 2008
Nissan is recalling almost 170,000 Sentra sedans to fix a brake cylinder that could leak fluid, reports the AP and MSNBC.com. The recall includes 2007 and 2008 model-year Sentras. Nissan said that an irregularity in some of the cylinders could lead to a gap that could allow fluid to leak into the brake booster assembly. […]
Posted in Automotive, Chrysler, Dodge, Recalls, Safety on Jul 18th, 2008
The federal government has recently announced that 5,509 2008 Dodge Chargers and Magnums, along with some 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles, are being recalled for a problem that was first spotted in March on a 2009 Dodge Challenger pilot vehicle. The vehicle was undergoing pre-launch evaluation at Chrysler’s Chelsea Proving Grounds. The problem seems to be […]
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Research, Safety on Jul 4th, 2008
General Motors continues to be under investigation for the reports of engine fires in GM’s full-size SUVs and pickups since early this year. The NHTSA said recently that it has upgraded the effort to an “engineering analysis” in an estimated 2.7 million vehicles. The investigation, which has not reached the recall stage, includes all of […]
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on Jun 19th, 2008
Volkswagen is recalling approximately 4,000 of its 2008 Passats and Passat Wagons, along with the 2009 Tiguan. The automaker will fix engine control module software that can trigger an unexpected increase in engine rpm, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Since the recall is a serious safety concern, dealers have been instructed to […]
Posted in Automotive, Chrysler, Dodge, Recalls on Jun 17th, 2008
Chrysler announced today that it is recalling 6,692 Dodge Journeys for possible engine fires. The model being recalled has the 3.5-liter engine and the engine’s wiring harness could come into contact with the left transaxle mount and possibly start an engine fire, reports AutoWeek. The Dodge Journey was released for sale in February and Chrysler […]
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on May 20th, 2008
Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 650,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks. The recall is to fix a faulty brake hose that could weaken brake power. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the company is officially recalling the 2005-06 versions of the trucks with 5.4-liter three-valve engines. The brake […]
Posted in Automotive, Ford, Lincoln, Recalls on May 14th, 2008
Ford is recalling more than 650,000 F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles’ braking power, reports the AP. Included in the recall are the 2005-2006 versions of the trucks with 5.4 liter 3-valve engines. There have been 11 minor accidents and no injuries related to the problem, […]
Saab is recalling 57,389 9-5 series cars from the 2002-’08 model years to install new A-pillar trim with “improved energy-absorbing capability.” The federal government reports that the affected vehicles failed to comply with one of the government requirements for occupant protection during “interior impact.” The recall is not expected to kick off until September, according […]
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, SUV, Toyota on May 5th, 2008
Toyota is recalling about 90,000 Highlander SUV’s in the U.S. There is a potential problem with the seat belt in a third-row seat. The seat belt might not properly secure a rear-facing child seat. Toyota spokesman Bill Kwong said Friday the company had issued a stop sale of the 2008 Highlander SUV and hybrid version […]
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