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 […]
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First “Uncrashable Car” in the Works
Posted in Future Cars, Research, Safety on Apr 22nd, 2008
Prevent, a European company, is trying to build the first “uncrashable” car. Even if someone is the safest driver ever, how can a car be “uncrashable”, considering all the bad drivers out there? Prevent is trying to manufacture the car to be as deathproof as physics will let it. Their goal is to use “an integrated […]
RECALL: Chrysler Sebring And Dodge Avenger Over Electrical Problems
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on Apr 8th, 2008
Chrysler is beginning a recall of 180,963 of its 2007 to 2008 Sebring and Dodge Avenger models in mid-April to fix an electrical problem that could trigger a variety of conditions. According to the federal government, “engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling” are some some of […]
RECALL: VW Recalls 1999-2005 Passats Over Possible Faulty Fuel Lines
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on Apr 8th, 2008
Volkswagen Group of America has issued a voluntary recall urging owners of gasoline-powered 1999-2005 Passats to take their vehicles into the dealership immediately, especially “if a fuel smell exists.” The recall involves up to 410,000 vehicles. The reason official reason for the recall was stated as such: “Some vehicles equipped with 1.8T engines have a […]
RECALL: Ford Is Recalling 87,515 Trucks To Fix Improper Seat Welds…
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on Mar 10th, 2008
Ford Motor Co. has announced it is issuing a recall that affects over 87,000 trucks. The recall, expected to begin on March 24th, involves 2008 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks. The recall was issued to fix improper seat welds on certain models of the trucks in question. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recall […]
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released the following recall for many Ford cars concerning cruise control switches: Thursday, February 28, 2008 Contact: Karen Aldana Telephone: (202) 366-9550 Consumer Advisory: NHTSA Warns Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Owners of Fire Hazards Involving Faulty Cruise Control Switches in Recalled Vehicles That Have Not Been Repaired Owners of Recalled […]
RECALL: Nissan Murano And Infinity EX35 For Faulty Air Bag Control Module
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on Feb 21st, 2008
Nissan of America announced that they are recalling 16,365 2008 Infiniti EX35 and 2009 Nissan Murano vehicles. The vehicles are being recalled to correct software in the passenger airbag control unit, which on some cars has failed or gone faulty. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stated: “Due to incorrect software programming, the airbag control […]
RECALL: Some Porsche V6 Cayenne’s might have fuel line issues
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety, SUV on Feb 20th, 2008
Porsche is notorious for being stubborn. The folks at Porsche just don’t think they do anything wrong. They have good reason too, they make more money per car sold than any other car maker. Porsche is also known for their engineering prowess. Who do you think designed Harley’s V-Rod motorcycle engine? Yup, the boys from […]
RECALL: Volkswagen Triple White Edition New Beetle
Posted in Automotive, Recalls, Safety on Feb 18th, 2008
Volkswagen of America is issuing a recall for 510 units of the 2008 “Triple White Edition” New Beetle because an incorrect adhesive may have been used to attach the roof spoiler to the rear glass. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says the recall is expected to begin around February 29. “The spoiler could become […]
Aston Martin Set To Build New Engineering Test Center At The Nürburgring
Posted in Automotive, Research, Safety on Feb 18th, 2008
The Nürburgring. It is a legendary race course with a pedigree and history unmatched by almost any other circuit in the world. Affectionately nicknamed the “green hell”by the famous race car driver Sir Jackie Stewart, the Nurburgring cuts through a dense section of Germany’s famed Black Forest. It is a grueling circuit and is widely […]
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