Category Archives: California auto industry

A 2011 Carfax study shows that there are over four million used vehicles for sale with safety recalls that have not been repaired. While automobile manufacturers are required by law to alert vehicle owners and dealerships about the recalls, many owners don’t receive the notice and do not look in the right place for updates. Some recalls can go unfixed for years, and can be passed down from owner to owner. As a used car buyer there is no harm in purchasing a vehicle with an outstanding recall as long as you are aware and take it in to get if fixed by the manufacturer, free of charge. The problem with unfixed recalls on rental vehicles is just another reminder that it is in the interest of everyone to not ignore recalls. Consumer correspondent Susan Koeppen reports on the dangers of buying a used car that has been recalled. Continue reading →