Category Archives: corrosion problems

Headlight Problem For Honda SUVs

Posted on April 12, 2012 by admin

Honda will be recalling certain 2002-2004 CR-V and 2003 Pilot sport utility vehicles (SUVs) for an electrical problem with the low beam headlights. According to Honda, tension on the switch wiring harness could prematurely wear the terminal increasing its electrical resistance. The terminals could overheat and melt, leaving the driver without low beam headlights. Owners wanting more information on the problem can contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009. Continue reading →

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Ford Passenger Wiper Motors recalled

Posted on April 10, 2012 by admin

Ford has issued a recall notice for certain 2012 Focus vehicles manufactured between August 2010 and October 2011. According to the recall report, a seal in the wiring harness connector to the passenger side wiper motor may have not been … Continue reading →

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Jeep Control Arm Fractures

Posted on March 15, 2012 by admin

Chrysler has announced a recall for certain 2004-2005 Jeep Liberty vehicles after an investigation into corrosion which could lead to the fracture of the rear suspension lower control arm. The vehicles involved were originally sold or are currently registered in … Continue reading →

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BMW Recalls Vehicles For Electrical Problems

Posted on September 6, 2011 by admin

BMW has announced a recall for certain 2002-2005 325I, 325XI, 330I, and 330XI vehicles built between September 2001 to March 2005. The problem is being blamed on a high electrical resistance in some contacts withing the vehicle’s body panels. The … Continue reading →

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Fuel Tank Strap Investigation Leads To Ford Recall

Posted on August 3, 2011 by admin

An investigation into rusted fuel tank straps on some Ford F-150 vehicles has lead to a recall of over one million Ford pick up trucks. The recall will affect vehicles sold or registered in states where road salt is used. … Continue reading →

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Kia Recalls 2004-2007 Spectra Vehicles

Posted on May 2, 2011 by admin

Kia is recalling almost 60,000 2004-2007 Spectra vehicles for corroded gas tank straps. Only vehicles sold or registered in states that use road salt will be notified of the recall. These areas include Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, … Continue reading →

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NHTSA Investigates Jeep Liberty Corrosion Complaints

Posted on April 27, 2011 by admin

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation after nine complaints of corrosion issues with the 2002-2005 Jeep Liberty SUV. Reports stated that excessive corrosion lead to the failure of the vehicles rear control arms, with two … Continue reading →

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Nissan Recalls Pathfinder And Infiniti SUVs

Posted on April 25, 2011 by admin

Nissan has announced a recall for some 1996-2004 Nissan Pathfinder’s as well as 1997-2003 Infiniti QX4 vehicles for corrosion issues. The problem is being blamed on an assembly location hole in the upper strut housing that allows road salt to … Continue reading →

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Ford Windstar Recalled For Underbody Corrosion

Posted on January 31, 2011 by admin

Ford has announced a recall for certain 1998-2003 Windstar mini vans due to corrosion issues that could affect the rear axle and front lower control arm. The rear axle and front lower control arm could weaken because of cracks which if undetected could lead in complete separation. This would result in reduced handling and/or reduced steering control. Continue reading →

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