Hyundai recalls Tucson and Santa Cruz due to wiring issues
Hyundai is recalling 43,000 vehicles that can be moved out of a park without using the brake pedal. December 4, 2024 — More than 43,000 Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Santa Cruz vehicles are being recalled because the transmission can shift out of the PARK position without pressing the brake pedal. Hyundai warns drivers to apply the parking brake every time they stop. The console extension wiring assembly in recalled 2025 Hyundai Tucson and Santa Cruz vehicles may not be wired properly. Hyundai Motor says it is recalling 591 vehicles in Canada. Once the recall letter is mailed on January 19, 2025, dealers will rewire the console expansion wiring assembly. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 855-371-9460. The number of Hyundai's recalls is 273 vehicles.
Nissan Frontier recalls to replace headlights
Nissan is recalling 1,100 2024 Frontiers due to missing headlight aiming marks. November 1, 2024 — Nissan Frontier trucks are being recalled because the right-side headlight assembly may be missing or unable to read the headlight aiming marks, which could cause errors when aiming the headlights. More than 1,110 2024 Frontier trucks are being recalled due to headlight issues that violate federal safety standards. Nissan will inspect the truck to determine if the right-side headlight should be replaced. Nissan Frontier owners with questions are asked to call 800-867-7669 and ask for recall number PD121.
Porsche Taycan batteries recalled due to fire risk
Porsche is recalling about 28,000 Taycan vehicles because a short circuit could cause the batteries to catch fire. October 9, 2024 — Nearly 28,000 Porsche Taycans are being recalled because a short circuit in the high-voltage battery module could cause a fire. The recall is for certain 2020-2024 Porsche Taycan SUVs. This recall is an extension of the previous Taycan battery fire recall. Taycan drivers receive no advance warning if there is a problem with the battery. Porsche has been monitoring the Taycan due to previous recalls and decided in September that a recall was needed. Porsche said final fixes to the battery fire risk could occur in the first quarter of 2025. Porsche dealers will install diagnostic software and monitor vehicle data, contacting Taycan owners if needed. These owners will be told to only charge the battery to 80% until the battery is replaced. "For vehicles for which online data is not available, dealers will perform diagnostic tests and…