Honda 1.5L turbo engine reliability questioned in lawsuit
It is said that the Honda i-VTEC turbo engine has a cylinder head gasket problem. December 17, 2024 — Honda class action lawsuit questions reliability of California's 1.5-liter turbo i-VTEC gasoline direct-injection engine. The lawsuit alleges that turbine engine coolant collected in grooves in the engine's cylinder head and damaged the head gasket, causing coolant to leak into the cylinder. The Honda class action lawsuit includes: "All current and former owners or lessees of such vehicles purchased or leased in California." These vehicle classes include models equipped with the 1.5-liter turbocharged i-VTEC engine: 2018-2022 Honda Accord 2016-2022 Honda Civic 2017-2022 Honda CR-V According to the turbine engine class action lawsuit, the defect is caused by "the design and/or manufacture of the engine block and cylinder head, including the use of an inappropriate cylinder head gasket or other sealing compound or feature on the cylinder head." As shown, the design includes grooves where the engine cylinder head meets the engine block.…
Toyota coolant bypass valve lawsuit dismissed
The Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Corolla coolant bypass valves allegedly cracked and leaked coolant. November 29, 2024 — A Toyota coolant bypass valve lawsuit has been dismissed against 2019-2023 Toyota RAV4 and 2019-2023 Toyota Corolla vehicles that allegedly leaked coolant. The class action lawsuit alleges that the coolant bypass valve ruptured, coolant leaked, and the engine would then overheat and fail. The coolant bypass valve sensor is said to be corroded and either stuck in the open or closed position. This prevents the coolant from properly cooling the Toyota engine. In addition to these problems, a cracked coolant bypass valve allegedly allowed fluid to damage electrical components. Both owners who filed the lawsuit allege that their Toyota coolant bypass valves malfunctioned when there were approximately 41,000 coolant bypass valves installed in the vehicles. This means both owners will have to pay for the repairs because the warranty has expired. The class action lawsuit alleges Toyota's warranty is "unreasonable and unenforceable"…
5 Essential Auto Fluids for Optimal Vehicle Health
A car is a complex piece of machinery that allows you to drive safely on the road. Among the different working parts, automotive fluids are vital to ensuring the entire system operates properly. Over time, simply checking fluid levels and ensuring the right fluid is in the right place can extend the life of your car, enhance its functionality and eliminate costly breakdowns. In this blog, we’ll look at five automotive fluids that everyone should be familiar with and why they’re important to the health of your vehicle. 1. Transmission fluid It prevents concerns about internal heat generation due to friction associated with power transmission in gear systems. As a result, the vehicle can shift gears normally without the need for any handles or even any slippage within the complex mechanism. Purpose: Insufficient or contaminated transmission fluid can cause sluggish transmission response, grinding sounds, or even complete transmission loss. It differs from engine oil in that there is an option…
How to Prevent Porsche Coolant Line Failure
Porsche Models are designed with unique features that make them fun to drive and show off on the road; however, their arrival does not always come without problems. One of the common questions is Porsche The vehicle has a Coolant pipe failure. Although the coolant pipe may seem like an insignificant car part, you'll appreciate its functionality when the weather is hot as it serves as a temperature regulator. It's best to avoid this type of failure, so this guide will provide some key ways to keep your coolant pipes in good condition. What are Porsche coolant lines and why do they fail? Coolant lines aid circulation coolant pass engine Temperature regulation for your Porsche. Coolant absorbs the heat generated by engine activity and flows it through the engine heat sinkcool there, and cycle again. This pipe helps cool many of the engine's components and prevents them from overheating. Porsche's coolant pipes are easily damaged because they are made of…
Basic Car Coolant Maintenance Tips
To keep your vehicle running, fluids are vital. Everyone pays enough attention to fluids in general, from fuels to lubricants. However, car coolant is often forgotten in the world of car repair. A 2024 global study shows that 62% of urban car owners neglect coolant maintenance, resulting in increased engine repairs. This important fluid prevents overheating and ensures your vehicle runs cool. Understanding their importance, types and general maintenance tips can help extend the life and performance of your car. What is car coolant? car coolant (antifreeze) is a mixture of water and chemicals designed to absorb heat from your engine to distribute it efficiently. Its main functions include maintaining optimal operating temperature and protecting engine components. try: How Car Engines Work: Types Explained Importance of car coolant prevent overheating: Helps disperse combustion heat and protect key components. corrosion shield: Contains anti-corrosion additives to prevent system rust. Antifreeze protection: Reduces the freezing point of liquid to ensure efficient engine operation…
Land Rover coolant leak requires recall, claims lawsuit
Range Rovers and other models have been reported to be leaking coolant due to radiator problems. October 2, 2024 — Land Rover coolant leaks have sparked a class-action lawsuit alleging recalls should be carried out for leaking coolant in multiple models. Land Rover reportedly needs to recall these models in the U.S. 2018-2024 Range Rover 2018-2024 Range Rover Velar 2018-2024 Range Rover Sport 2018-2024 Land Rover Discovery 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender Land Rover is said to have known since 2018 that the radiator assembly was defective, necessitating the coolant leak recall. Land Rover knew the radiators, radiator hoses and related parts were defective, according to the owners who filed the class-action lawsuit. Land Rover's basic warranty is four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first, the class action lawsuit says. But the lawsuit says problems often occur after the warranty expires. However, dealers refused to pay for repairs even though the vehicles were under warranty, the class action lawsuit alleges.…
Porsche Cayenne coolant leak lawsuit dismissed
A Porsche Cayenne Turbo owner claims antifreeze leaking from a coolant pipe damaged his lungs. August 25, 2024 — A Porsche Cayenne coolant leak lawsuit was dismissed after a federal judge ruled there wasn't enough evidence to prove antifreeze fumes caused lung problems for Porsche owners. Plaintiff Joseph Edward Riad filed the lawsuit after his 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo's coolant pipe leaked antifreeze and allegedly caused his injuries. Plaintiff Riad purchased a used 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo in 2011 that was equipped with coolant lines made of a nylon 66/plastic composite. In November 2016, he was driving to his local Porsche dealership in Newark, Delaware, when a coolant line in his Cayenne ruptured, causing antifreeze to leak and evaporate. According to Riad, "There was smoke everywhere, like from under the car, like from the exhaust, and from the vents. It was really uncomfortable. I could taste the smoke. I could smell the smoke. I was coughing. It was so uncomfortable.…
Mazda engine problems spark class-action lawsuit
Mazda's SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engines in the CX-5, CX-9 and Mazda6 are said to be defective. August 17, 2024 — Mazda's SKYACTIV engine problems have sparked a class-action lawsuit that claims customers can't rely on their vehicles because the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T is defective. The class action lawsuit involves 2019-2020 Mazda CX-5, 2016-2020 Mazda CX-9 and 2018-2020 Mazda 6 vehicles equipped with SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engines. According to the eight customers who filed the lawsuit, Mazda's SKYACTIV engine was defective and falsely advertised as safe and reliable. The plaintiff claimed that the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine problem caused coolant leakage and engine overheating and failure. "Specifically, the plaintiffs allege that the engines of the vehicles at issue have latent design, workmanship, and/or manufacturing defects that compromise the structural integrity of the engine block around the cylinder head and exhaust manifold joint." - Mazda Skyactiv Lawsuit Engine coolant is allegedly leaking into the cylinders, a problem Mazda has been aware of since at least 2015.…
BMW coolant leak class action lawsuit dismissed
The plaintiff claimed that the BMW's coolant lines ruptured due to heat exposure and that coolant leaks caused engine failures. June 26, 2024 — A class action lawsuit against BMW for coolant leaks was dismissed after two plaintiffs claimed that the coolant hoses ruptured during normal use of the vehicles. Cracked and damaged coolant hoses can leak coolant and cause engine overheating, stalling, and failure. The BMW coolant leak lawsuit involves the following vehicles in California: 2017-2021 BMW 230i 2017-2021 BMW 320i 2017-2021 BMW 330i 2017-2021 BMW 430i 2017-2021 BMW 530i 2017-2021 BMW 540i BMW allegedly failed to warn customers about the coolant hoses and the risk of engine overheating. One plaintiff said he purchased a used 2017 BMW 530i from a California dealer in October 2020. In August 2021, he discovered a coolant leak and the low coolant warning light came on. The repairs were performed at a BMW dealership free of charge under the terms of the warranty.…
Kia Sorento engine problems include coolant leak, power
Regulators are closely investigating a problem with the Kia Sorento's 3.3L Lambda II engine. July 26, 2024 — Kia Sorento engine issues led the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to launch an investigation into coolant loss, high engine temperatures and smoke from the 3.3L Lambda II engine compartment. The 2016 to 2017 Kia Sorento SUVs were experiencing engine issues, with drivers complaining of a loss of power. NHTSA began its investigation into Kia Sorento engine issues in November 2023 and first requested data on the 3.3-liter Lambda II engine. Safety regulators were aware of complaints about the Sorento engine problems, but Kia responded to regulators in February 2024 that it had received more than 2,000 complaints and other reports. In addition, more than 2,411 Lambda II engine warranty claims had been filed. However, only 53 complaints were filed about the Sorento being underpowered. Kia told NHTSA that most of the complaints involved minor engine problems. After safety regulators removed duplicate…
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