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October 1, 2021

Hyundai Sonata Turn Signal May Activate In Wrong Direction

Hyundai plans to notify owners of certain 2015-2017 Sonata vehicles to return their vehicles to their Hyundai dealers to have the Smart Junction Box software logic updated.

Hyundai plans to notify owners of certain 2015-2017 Sonata vehicles to return their vehicles to their Hyundai dealers to have the Smart Junction Box software logic updated.

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September 30, 2021

2022 Toyota Prius and Prius Prime ECU Software May Cause Loss Of Power

In July 2021, Toyota received a field report alleging a 2022 Toyota Prius unexpectedly stalled and the dashboard warning lights illuminated. The dealer inspected the vehicle and found a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) indicating a hybrid vehicle ECU “Mon

In July 2021, Toyota received a field report alleging a 2022 Toyota Prius unexpectedly stalled and the dashboard warning lights illuminated. The dealer inspected the vehicle and found a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) indicating a hybrid vehicle ECU “Mon

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September 27, 2021

2015-2017 Kia Sedona Turn Signal Malfunction

Under certain conditions the SJB software logic in certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles may not properly interpret the signals received from the multi-function switch.

Under certain conditions the SJB software logic in certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles may not properly interpret the signals received from the multi-function switch.

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September 15, 2021

Volvo Seat Belt Locking Retractor Could Malfunction

In June 2021 Volvo received information regarding a noncompliance investigation into a seat belt locking retractor malfunction in certain 2021-2022 XC, S and V model vehicles. The investigation report said that there may be a risk that certain seat belts

In June 2021 Volvo received information regarding a noncompliance investigation into a seat belt locking retractor malfunction in certain 2021-2022 XC, S and V model vehicles. The investigation report said that there may be a risk that certain seat belts

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September 7, 2021

2020 Jeep Wrangler Fuel Line May Leak

Some 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with 2.0 L engines may have a plastic fuel supply line connector that could crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment.

Some 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with 2.0 L engines may have a plastic fuel supply line connector that could crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment.

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August 27, 2021

General Motors Recalls Chevy Bolt For Battery Fires

<span style="font-size:110%;">Description of the Defect:</span> The root cause is the simultaneous presence of two rare manufacturing defects in the same battery cell. The condition appears to be aggravated by routinely charging the battery to a full or n

<span style="font-size:110%;">Description of the Defect:</span> The root cause is the simultaneous presence of two rare manufacturing defects in the same battery cell. The condition appears to be aggravated by routinely charging the battery to a full or n

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August 22, 2021

Loss Of Fuel Pressure Could Lead To An Engine Stall

Ford Motor Company (Ford) will be contacting the owners of certain 2021 Ford Escape, 2021 Lincoln Corsair and 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles, because of a problem affecting the fuel system.

Ford Motor Company (Ford) will be contacting the owners of certain 2021 Ford Escape, 2021 Lincoln Corsair and 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles, because of a problem affecting the fuel system.

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August 11, 2021

BMW Loss Of Brake Assist May Cause Increased Stopping Distances

The safety recall involves engine management software that, under certain engine start conditions, could cause the oil/vacuum pump to become damaged.

The safety recall involves engine management software that, under certain engine start conditions, could cause the oil/vacuum pump to become damaged.

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August 5, 2021

Subaru Fuel Pump Failure

In April 2020 Subaru decided that a defect affecting vehicle safety existed and decided to conduct a safety recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 20V-218.) As part of an ongoing investigation, Subaru continued to monitor field data for this problem as well as fi

In April 2020 Subaru decided that a defect affecting vehicle safety existed and decided to conduct a safety recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 20V-218.) As part of an ongoing investigation, Subaru continued to monitor field data for this problem as well as fi

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July 26, 2021

2020 Mercedes Benz GLB 250 Risk Of Electrical Fire

Mercedes-Benz USA (MB) will be contacting owners of certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles because the accessory power outlet for the second row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.

Mercedes-Benz USA (MB) will be contacting owners of certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles because the accessory power outlet for the second row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.

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July 21, 2021

Hyundai And Kia Fuel Pump Leak

Hyundai Motors America are recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe SUVs and 2021-2022 Sonata cars equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. These vehicles could experience a fuel leak between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail.

Hyundai Motors America are recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe SUVs and 2021-2022 Sonata cars equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. These vehicles could experience a fuel leak between the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel rail.

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July 19, 2021

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport Lift Gate Hinges Could Break

Certain 2021 model year Nissan Rogue Sport SUVs may fail to comply to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for door locks and door retention components.

Certain 2021 model year Nissan Rogue Sport SUVs may fail to comply to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for door locks and door retention components.

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July 7, 2021

2016-2018 Mercedes Benz AMG GT Driveshaft Could Separate

Mercedes Benz (MBAG) will be asking owners of certain 2016-2018 AMG GT cars to return to their dealerships to have the carbon fibre driveshaft inspected for a problem that could increase the risk of an accident. Last year MBAG observed a number of report

Mercedes Benz (MBAG) will be asking owners of certain 2016-2018 AMG GT cars to return to their dealerships to have the carbon fibre driveshaft inspected for a problem that could increase the risk of an accident. Last year MBAG observed a number of report

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July 5, 2021

2020-2021 Porsche Taycan Loss Of Motive Power

Porsche Cars North America will be contacting the owners of certain 2020-2021 Taycan cars because of a software error that can cause loss of engine power. The problem began when Porsche launched a software update for these vehicles on March 22, 2021.

Porsche Cars North America will be contacting the owners of certain 2020-2021 Taycan cars because of a software error that can cause loss of engine power. The problem began when Porsche launched a software update for these vehicles on March 22, 2021.

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June 28, 2021

2020-2021 Nissan Sentra Steering Wheel Vibration

Nissan has identified a defect affecting the steering in certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The problem could lead to loss of steering control.

Nissan has identified a defect affecting the steering in certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The problem could lead to loss of steering control.

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June 25, 2021

2021-2022 Kia K5 Cars Increased Steering Effort

Kia Motors will be contacting the owners of certain 2021-2022 Kia K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines because the steering assist level may not adjust properly.

Kia Motors will be contacting the owners of certain 2021-2022 Kia K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines because the steering assist level may not adjust properly.

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June 23, 2021

2019-2020 RAM 3500, 4500 and 5500 Engine Compartment Fires

In March 2021, the FCA Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance received reports of certain RAM 3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks built with Cummins 6.7L high output engines experiencing engine compartment fires.

In March 2021, the FCA Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Compliance received reports of certain RAM 3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks built with Cummins 6.7L high output engines experiencing engine compartment fires.

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June 16, 2021

Volvo Cars Fuel Pump Failure

Volvo automobile quality investigators have identified a problem affecting the low pressure fuel pump on certain 2019-2020 S, V and XC vehicles. This problem was first identified at the factory when filling the fuel system. The potential number of vehic

Volvo automobile quality investigators have identified a problem affecting the low pressure fuel pump on certain 2019-2020 S, V and XC vehicles. This problem was first identified at the factory when filling the fuel system. The potential number of vehic

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May 27, 2021

2021 Porsche Panamera And Taycan Suspension Problem

Porsche have decided that a safety issue exists in certain 2021 Porsche Panamera and Taycan cars after receiving three reports of vehicles of different mileages experiencing a broken suspension trailing arm.

Porsche have decided that a safety issue exists in certain 2021 Porsche Panamera and Taycan cars after receiving three reports of vehicles of different mileages experiencing a broken suspension trailing arm.

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May 25, 2021

2019-2021 Mercedes Benz G550 and G63 AMG Door Latch Problems

Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles because components within the door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.

Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling certain 2019-2021 G550 and G63 AMG vehicles because components within the door latch may prevent the rear doors from latching or opening properly.

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