Land Rover recalls Range Rover due to production shutdown hazard
Nearly 17,000 Range Rovers are being recalled due to a cracked upper steering knuckle joint. December 3, 2024 — Nearly 17,000 Range Rovers are being recalled because the knuckle joints on the front suspension can crack and cause the suspension arms to separate. Recalled 2014-2016 Range Rovers may experience steering and stability issues if the suspension arms separate. In 2019, a Range Rover suffered a front suspension steering knuckle failure while driving at low speeds. Due to similar reports in Canada, Land Rover was contacted by Transport Canada, and more accidents followed. Engineers determined that the use of road salt would cause the steering knuckle to fail. Land Rover has received 12 claims over the past nine years, but no collisions or injuries have been reported. Land Rover dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install mounting brackets, or possibly replace the knuckles. Owner recall letters are expected to be mailed out on January 3, 2025, but Range Rover…
Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX wheels may come off
Toyota and Lexus dealers will need to tighten the bolts and possibly repair the damaged parts. December 6, 2024 — Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX vehicles built in September 2024 may have their front wheels detached. In addition to wheels coming off, the front brake calipers may also come off. The recall only affects 80 2024 Toyota RAV4 vehicles and 2025 Lexus NX vehicles in the United States and Canada. According to Toyota, some bolts may not be tightened properly and may loosen over time. If the front caliper falls off, expect braking problems; if the wheel falls off while driving, expect pure hell. Toyota hasn't released much information, but owners will be contacted about the recall in February 2025. Dealers will ensure that the front brake caliper mounting bracket and wheel bearing bolts are tight. But any damaged parts around the wheels will be replaced. Toyota customers can call 800-331-4331 and Lexus customers can call 800-225-3987.
Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450 recalled due to camera issues
Ford is recalling 30,000 trucks equipped with overhead rearview cameras that may be affected by water. November 4, 2024 — Ford truck tailgate camera issues have led to a recall of 2023-2024 Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450 trucks. The recall involves 30,000 trucks. Water may enter the tailgate parking assist sensor interface module, causing the rearview camera image to appear part of the time or possibly appear blue or black. In February, a supplier noticed a black screen on the top of the tailgate camera. Engineers investigated and determined that water may have entered the interface between the connector for the camera on top of the tailgate and the mating connector interface seal on the coaxial cable. According to the car manufacturer: "Ford's preliminary investigation identified multiple causes of water ingress related to the component's manufacturing and design. The camera connector was oval-shaped and outside the tolerance range. Additionally, the mating connector sealing ribs on the coaxial harness connector were…
Toyota tires recalled due to possible sidewall damage
The recall includes 13,000 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid, Toyota Tundra and Toyota Tundra Hybrid vehicles. October 31, 2024 — Toyota has recalled nearly 13,000 vehicle tires because the passenger-side front and rear tires may damage the inner sidewall. Owners of 2024 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid, Toyota Tundra and Toyota Tundra Hybrid SUVs and trucks may have their tires suddenly lose pressure while driving. "Passenger-side front and rear tires equipped on affected vehicles may have suffered structural damage to the inner sidewall while the vehicles were manufactured at certain manufacturing facilities. In this event, the tires may lose air pressure; partially deflated tires may be damaged." will be noted. , otherwise the tire pressure monitoring system may illuminate. ” — toyota A Toyota employee discovered the problem in June, and an investigation found that the vehicle's roller guide had an exposed bracket that could scratch the inside of the front and rear passenger-side tires. Maintenance records show there was a report on May…
Federal investigation ends Toyota RAV4 battery recall
The fire occurred under the hood of 2013 to 2018 Toyota RAV4 vehicles, where the battery is located. August 19, 2024 — The investigation into Toyota RAV4 battery fires has concluded based on the fix Toyota has implemented for the 12-volt battery problem. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a federal RAV4 investigation in February 2021 after receiving reports of 11 engine compartment fires in 2013 to 2018 Toyota RAV4 SUVs. The fire appeared to be caused by the 12-volt battery, and NHTSA suspected an electrical short between the 12V battery's B+ terminal and the frame that holds the battery. Seven RAV4s caught fire while being driven and four caught fire while parked. However, none of the fires were related to the original 12-volt RAV4 battery. All fire trucks come with aftermarket or used batteries. NHTSA found issues with the size of the replacement battery, which has to do with how the battery is secured to the vehicle, including…
Kia Telluride power seat recall leads to lawsuit
Kia Telluride front power seat motors can catch fire, but lawsuit claims repairs are ineffective July 8, 2024 — The Kia Telluride power seat recall will allegedly do nothing but waste customers’ time and money. Less than a month after Kia Telluride announced a recall of nearly 463,000 2020 to 2024 SUVs due to a potential fire in the front power seat motors, Michigan plaintiff Vincent Brandt filed a class-action lawsuit. According to the Kia Telluride power seat recall, the front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob. A stuck knob may cause the motor to overheat and melt or catch fire. When the Kia Telluride power seat recall was issued, the automaker learned of one fire and six melt-down incidents under the front seats. The front power seats may catch fire while the Kia Telluride is being driven or parked. According to Telluride's power seat recall filing with the government: "If the front…
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