Volkswagen Atlas class action settled
Class action lawsuit settled alleging defective front door wiring harness in Volkswagen Atlas. December 22, 2024 — A Volkswagen Atlas class action lawsuit has been settled over recalled front door wiring harnesses. First Volkswagen Atlas door wiring harness class action lawsuit (Sherrod v. Volkswagen) was filed seven days after Volkswagen recalled vehicles, followed by a second Atlas wiring class action lawsuit (McMahon v. Volkswagen) was filed a week after the first lawsuit. The two class actions have been consolidated into this Atlas class action lawsuit and include certain 2019-2023 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vehicles that are the subject of the 97GF recall. Volkswagen Atlas door wiring harness recall (97GF) VW had been discussing the door wiring issues with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration when it filed paperwork for the Atlas recall with the government. On March 11, 2022, Volkswagen recalled the 2019-2020 Volkswagen Atlas, 2020-2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL SUV. The…
Volkswagen recalls 123,000 vehicles due to exploding airbags
More exploding Takata airbags lead to another Volkswagen recall. November 8, 2024 — Volkswagen has recalled more than 123,000 2017-2019 Beetles, Beetle convertibles, 2012-2014 Passats, 2017 Passat wagons and 2006-2007 Passat sedans due to exploding Takata air bags. Volkswagen said the driver-side frontal airbag inflator could explode due to the propellant used to deploy the airbag. Volkswagen recall letters are expected to be mailed out on December 27, 2024, and dealers will replace the driver's side front airbag module. Volkswagen owners with questions are asked to call 800-893-5298 and ask for recall numbers 69EG and 69GQ.
Volkswagen recalls 115,000 vehicles equipped with Takata airbags
Volkswagen is recalling nearly 115,000 vehicles in the United States equipped with Takata airbag inflators. These do not pose an "unreasonable risk" to safety but are being recalled out of an abundance of caution. Multiple models are affected, including multiple versions of the Beetle and Passat. Takata airbags, one of the deadliest safety devices ever invented, are in the news again as Volkswagen recalls 114,478 vehicles. All are equipped with a Takata driver-side front airbag inflator for 2006-2007 Passat, 2012-2014 Passat, and 2017-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible. There was also an odd mention of the 2017 Passat wagon. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP") { adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said the air bag inflators equipped in these vehicles "may explode due to propellant degradation following prolonged exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycles." If an explosion occurs, deadly shrapnel could…
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 and GLE 450 recalled due to airbags
Mercedes is recalling 12,000 GLE-Class vehicles to fix front airbag issues. October 6, 2024 — Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 and GLE 450 front airbags may not deploy properly because the front accelerometer sensor harness may not be routed correctly. The approximately 12,000 2021-2022 Mercedes GLE 350 and 2021-2022 Mercedes GLE 450 vehicles affected by this recall may require rewiring. "In the event of a frontal collision, the sensor's wiring harness may be damaged and may trigger dual-stage frontal airbag deployment rather than single-stage deployment." — Benz This could cause the airbag to injure the occupants rather than protect them. Mercedes says it will not issue warnings of problems before an accident occurs. Mercedes reviewed internal crash tests conducted in 2021 that resulted in dual-stage airbag deployment, rather than single-stage deployment. Engineers investigated the erroneous test results and determined that the wiring harness leading to the airbag acceleration sensor was incorrectly routed in the target vehicle. More than 1,200 of the recalled…
Fiat 124 Spider recalled due to powerful front airbags
More than 17,000 vehicles are equipped with front airbags that can harm occupants. October 1, 2024 — A recall has been announced for the Fiat 124 Spider because the front airbags may injure occupants rather than protect them. The recall involves the 2017-2020 Fiat 124 Spider, which has a software error in the airbag control module. This could cause the front airbags to deploy with too much force during a collision. About 17,400 vehicles are being recalled not only because the problem is dangerous, but also because they violate federal safety standards regarding neck injuries. Chrysler learned about the airbag control module problem from Mazda in July. In a collision, dual-stage airbag deployment may occur instead of the intended single-stage airbag deployment. About 1,600 Fiat 124 Spider vehicles are being recalled in Canada. Once the recall letter is mailed on November 7, 2024, Fiat Chrysler dealers will update the air bag control module software. Fiat 124 Spider owners can call…
Hyundai Alcazar facelift with Level 2 ADAS, six airbags, digital
With just a week left for the launch of the Hyundai Alcazar facelift, the company has revealed the car’s safety features. The facelifted Alcazar will be launched in India on September 9 with Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) features including Smart Cruise Control, Surround View Monitor, Blind Spot Monitoring, Forward Collision Warning and Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist and Driver Attention Warning. The new Hyundai Alcazar comes standard with six airbags, hill start assist, electronic stability control, vehicle stability management, four disc brakes, and a tire pressure monitoring system. In addition, the upcoming model will also feature a digital key, front parking sensors, rain sensing wipers, hill descent control, and an electrochromic interior mirror. The model will feature a brown and dark blue dual-tone interior theme, while comfort features will include dual integrated screens, automatic climate control, seat ventilation with adjustable thigh support and headrests, and wireless charging. It will be available in both 6- and 7-seater configurations.…
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