Ford Mustang Recalled Due To Broken Rear Suspension
Ford Mustang recalled due to broken rear suspension

Ford is recalling more than 5,200 Mustangs that could lose steering control. September 16, 2024 — Ford is recalling more than 5,200 Mustangs because the rear suspension knuckle could fail, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The recalled 2024 Ford Mustang rear suspension steering knuckles may have a casting defect that could weaken the components and cause the driver to lose vehicle handling and steering control. According to Ford: “When a parts supplier produces a steering knuckle, the debris filter may be improperly positioned during the casting process, causing slag to enter the part cavity and cause casting defects.” Ford learned of the issue through warranty reports of broken rear suspension knuckles in 2024 Mustangs, but has not received any reports of accidents or injuries. The driver may notice the rear tires leaning outward or inward when braking or applying more throttle. About 620 Ford Mustangs are being recalled in Canada. Ford dealers will inspect and possibly…

V35A Engine Replacement Recall Affects Toyota Tundra, Lexus
V35A engine replacement recall affects Toyota Tundra, Lexus

About 112,000 V35A engines will need to be replaced because debris could damage the crankshaft main bearings. July 25, 2024 — Toyota's V35A engine replacement recall covers about 112,000 Toyota Tundra trucks and Lexus LX600 SUVs because the main bearing could fail due to machining debris left in the engine. Toyota and Lexus first announced the basics of the V35A engine recall in May, but engineers have yet to decide how to fix the problem. Today, Toyota and Lexus announced that all 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra and Lexus LX600 V35A engines will be replaced. Under the V35A engine replacement recall, trucks and SUVs are equipped with specific V35A engines that contain crankshaft main bearings that allow the crankshaft to rotate within the engine assembly. The problem occurred at a specific time when engine machining debris on V35A engines may not have been cleaned away during the engine manufacturing process. The crankshaft main bearings may fail if debris becomes lodged in the…