Tesla semi fire in California draws NTSB attention
NTSB launches investigation into why semi truck caught fire after crash On August 19, a Tesla Semi truck crashed and caught fire in California. According to relevant department reports, this bicycle accident did not cause any casualties. The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the incident. At 3:13 a.m., a Tesla semi-trailer crashed on Interstate 80 and caught fire for unknown reasons, leaving the vehicle unrecognizable. Now, the National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the accident to learn more about lithium-ion fires. As of this writing, the cause of the accident and fire is unknown. The accident occurred on a stretch of road near Nyack in the Sierra Madre Mountains. Conventional internal combustion engine-powered trucks typically rely on engine braking when going downhill. The Tesla Semi should benefit from going downhill because it can use regenerative braking to recover energy. MORE: South Korea to ban fully charged electric cars from parking lots after massive EQE fire We don't know what…
Stockholm Safety, Fire, Rescue & Work Insurance Exhibition 2024 Visitor Guide (Time + Venue + Ticket Booking + Transportation)
The Stockholm 2024 exhibition for safety, fire, rescue and work insurance in Sweden will be held at Stockholmsmässan Exhibition & Convention from 22 to 22 October 2024. More than 319 representative companies from the field of public safety across the country will participate. From 22 to 22 October 2024, Stockholmsmässan will open an industry event: Stockholm Safety, Fire Protection, Rescue and Workplace Protection (SKYDD) Fair in Sweden. This large-scale event is not only an exhibition, but also a high-end communication platform that brings together renowned domestic and foreign companies, experts, academics and industry leaders. The following will introduce information on participating in the exhibition and expo. 1. Time of exhibition October 22-October 22, 2024 (2 days) 2. Visiting time October 22, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Tuesday) October 23, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Wednesday) October 24, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Thursday) 3. Exhibition venue Exhibition room: Stockholmsmässan Exhibition and Congress address: Mässvägen 1, 125 30 Älvsjö, 59.277324 18.015221 4. Exhibition tickets Exhibition ticket 2024.10.22-10.24…
Visiting Guide to Sao Paulo Fire Protection Exhibition 2024 in Brazil (Time + Venue + Ticket Booking + Transportation)
(FIRE SHOW) The Sao Paulo Fire Protection Expo in Brazil will be held at Expo São Paulo from October 22-22, 2024. This article will detail the time, location, ticket purchase and other related information of the Fire Protection Expo. From October 22 to 22, 2024, São Paulo Expo will inaugurate an industrial event: the Sao Paulo Fire Protection Exhibition (FIRE SHOW) in Brazil. This large-scale event is not only an exhibition, but also a high-end communication platform that brings together renowned domestic and foreign companies, experts, academics and industry leaders. The following will introduce information on participating in the exhibition and the exhibition. 1. Time of exhibition October 22-October 22, 2024 (2 days) 2. Visiting time October 22, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Tuesday) October 23, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Wednesday) October 24, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Thursday) 3. Exhibition venue Exhibition room: Expo in Sao Paulo address: Centro de Exposições Imigrantes Rodovia dos Imigrantes, Km 1.5 São Paulo – SP -23.603 -46.683 4.…
Ford/Ghia concept car catches fire during transport
Imagine Driving this car to the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, mingling with fans and other priceless cars, only to have your dream car burn up before you get home, sounds like a nightmare, right? That's what happened a few days ago in Monterey, California. If you think I wish Marmon hadn’t sacrificed himself! You can relax at the thought, but the truth is just as pleasant: The 1979 Ford Probe I Ghia concept car that once graced the auto show's wedge-shaped display of concepts and prototypes no longer exists. The Probe I was a collaboration between Ford and Ghia that explored aerodynamics while adopting the then-popular wedge-shaped design. With skirted rear wheels, a prominent greenhouse, and turbo four-cylinder power, the Probe I was a nod to the post-Embargo era’s need for fuel efficiency, and a fast aerodynamic design to meet those needs. Ford claims the Probe I is "a typical car of the late 1980s or later," with an…
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…
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.…
Ford Explorer police SUV recalled due to engine fires
About 85,000 Ford Explorer police interceptor vehicles have been recalled due to engine failures and fires. August 16, 2024 — A Ford Explorer police SUV experienced an engine failure that caused oil and fuel vapor to leak into the engine compartment, causing an engine fire. Ford is warning Explorer Police Interceptor owners to watch out for unusual engine noises, unexpected loss of engine power, and of course, smoke coming out of the engine compartment. Any of these signs mean the Explorer needs to be parked and turned off quickly. The recall of approximately 85,000 Explorers does not include consumer vehicles, only 2020 to 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. “The root cause of the fire was engine oil and/or fuel vapors that became uncontrollable when the cylinder block ruptured and ignited on hot surfaces. The cylinder block ruptured after piston and connecting rod failure, which was collateral damage after a high-load event caused bearing seizure. The cause of a bearing…
Volkswagen suction jet pump recall sparks class action lawsuit
The suction jet pump in the fuel tank of Audi and Volkswagen may cause fuel leakage and odor. August 16, 2024 — A Volkswagen suction jet pump class action lawsuit has been filed, months after Audi and Volkswagen announced recalls to replace suction jet pumps. The lawsuit includes: “Any person or entity who purchases or leases a 2015 to 2020 Volkswagen Golf, 2015 to 2020 Audi A3, or 2021 to 2024 Volkswagen Taos vehicle (Class Vehicles) in the United States (including its territories and the District of Columbia).” Volkswagen was allegedly aware of the problem with the suction injection pump in 2015, and VW did recall some vehicles in 2016. However, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into whether the 2016 Volkswagen suction jet pumps have resolved the problem. The FBI launched its investigation in December 2023 after receiving more than 80 complaints and field reports of oil leaks and fuel odors in Audi A3 and…
Mercedes-Benz recalls 20,000 vehicles over fire risk
When the vehicle is parked, a short circuit could cause a fire. June 23, 2024 — Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 20,000 vehicles due to a risk of electrical shorts and fires. During Mercedes' August 2022 recall of vehicles for the same issue, the transmission wiring harness connection may not have been properly repaired. Incorrect recall repairs could corrode electrical connectors and cause electrical shorts. 2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT43 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz E53 Coupe 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz E53 Convertible 2019-2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT53 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53 "In this case, water could enter the connector over time and cause a short circuit. A short circuit could lead to thermal overloading of the connector while the vehicle is parked. Therefore, a risk of fire cannot be ruled out." Mercedes The automaker says the driver may be alerted to the problem if the yellow battery indicator illuminates and/or a "4MATIC FAULT" warning message appears on the instrument cluster. A total of…
BMW recalls cars due to overheating starter motor
BMW is recalling 105,000 vehicles after owners complained that their vehicles would not start. August 8, 2024 — BMW starter motor problem causes dealers to recall more than 105,000 vehicles to update software. If the starter motor fails and overheats when the driver repeatedly tries to start the vehicle, it could cause a fire. BMW starter motor recall affects the following vehicles: 2019-2020 BMW X5 (X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i) 2020-2020 BMW X6 (X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i) 2019-2020 BMW X7 xDrive40i 2020-2021 BMW 7 Series Sedan (740i, 740xi) 2020-2020 BMW 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840xi) 2020-2020 BMW 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840xi) 2020-2020 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840xi) 2020-2020 BMW 3 Series Sedan (M340i, M340xi) "If the engine sound insulation is contaminated with oil, etc., then in extreme cases the proximity of the starter to the sound insulation could result in a thermal event." - BMW In March 2023, BMW received reports of vehicle engines failing to start, and…
Explosion of dangerous goods container at Ningbo Port caused fire; no
An explosion occurred today in a hazardous materials container aboard a cargo ship docked at China's busy Ningbo port. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far. The explosion occurred on board the YM Mobility vessel, causing a fire which has now been brought under control. All crew members on board were evacuated safely without incident. The Liberian-flagged vessel arrived in Ningbo after docking at the port of Shanghai, according to tracking data from MarineTraffic. The ship was docked at Beilun Container Terminal 2 when the explosion occurred, according to a post on Chinese social media by state-owned port operator Ningbo Zhoushan Port. Yang Ming and the port operator said the exact cause of the explosion was unclear. Yang Ming noted that the container ship owner had declared that the cargo required dry refrigeration and no electricity was required, a translated statement from the company said. Despite the explosion, the incident did not appear to have a serious impact on…
Tesla catches fire after being plugged in in Mexico
It is believed the driver was trying to steal power from the grid using illegal connections. Shortly after the Tesla caught fire, the fire spread to neighboring houses. This is the first fire involving a Tesla that the Tijuana Fire Department has responded to. Charging a Tesla vehicle should be a simple and safe process. However, for one Model S owner in Mexico, charging the electric car caused a fire that not only damaged the vehicle but also set a nearby house on fire. 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"); } }); Instead of connecting the Tesla to a regular public charging station or home charger, the Model S driver reportedly connected it directly to Tijuana's power lines. In Mexico, some residents use unauthorized power connections to steal electricity. These connections, called "demon" connections, apparently cost Mexico's state power company more than $2 billion in power losses…
Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon recalled over fire risk
General Motors is recalling 8,600 trucks due to a fuel pump problem that can cause fuel leaks. July 4, 2024 — More than 8,600 General Motors trucks are at risk of fire due to fuel pump problems that cause fuel leaks. The recalled 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2024 GMC Canyon trucks are equipped with a locking ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly, but it may not be fully locked during assembly. This could result in a fuel leak in a crash, which could cause a fire. In March, the fuel tank supplier contacted GM after discovering that the tank locking ring was not fully tightened. “The supplier determined that during production between February 19, 2024 and March 18, 2024, the machine used to engage the lock ring was misaligned, which may have caused the lock ring to partially engage.” — General Motors Recall letters for the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon are expected to be…
Chevrolet Bolt recall fails over 84 vehicles due to battery fires
Chevrolet Bolt owners are being warned to take certain steps until their vehicles can be repaired. July 5, 2024 — Chevrolet Bolt has again announced a recall of previously recalled 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles due to battery fires. Chevrolet Bolt owners are warned to take the following steps until their vehicles can be repaired. “Set the vehicle’s target charge level feature to limit the charge level to 90 percent, charge the vehicle more frequently to avoid draining the battery to the remaining 70 miles of range, park the vehicle outside after charging, and do not charge indoors overnight.” — General Motors Advanced diagnostic software may have been installed incorrectly and failed to detect defective battery modules, potentially leading to battery fires in 72 vehicles in the United States and 12 in Canada. Once the recall letters are mailed on August 5, 2024, GM dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software. Chevrolet Bolt EV and…
Hans von Ohain says Tesla accident not caused by Autopilot
Tesla has argued that the Model 3 was not defective at all and that Autopilot did not cause von Ohain's death. July 6, 2024 — Hans Von Ohain’s Tesla crash lawsuit should be dismissed because Tesla did not cause the crash or the 33-year-old Tesla employee’s death, it is claimed. Hans Von Ohain Tesla’s wrongful death lawsuit alleges the Colorado man died due to a defect in his 2021 Tesla Model 3’s Autopilot system. The May 16, 2022 Tesla crash also involved von Ohain's friend, Erik Rossiter, who was in the front passenger seat of the Model 3 and told investigators that Autopilot was engaged at the time of the crash. Mr Rossiter was able to flee the vehicle. Von Ohain's wife, Nora Bass, said her husband was killed when the Autopilot malfunctioned and the Tesla ran off the road, hit trees and caught fire. "The deceased, Hans von Ohain, struggled to regain control of the vehicle but to his…
Fiat Chrysler says Jeep clutch recall lawsuit is without merit
The Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator clutch recall allegedly isn't helping SUV owners. July 8, 2024 — A Jeep clutch recall lawsuit alleges that Jeep Wranglers and Jeep Gladiators are equipped with defective clutches that can cause fires, even after three clutch recalls were issued. The class action lawsuit alleges that the 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler (two-door), 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (four-door), and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator SUVs are not the models owners thought they purchased. The Jeep vehicles suspected of the defect are equipped with a 3.6L V6 engine and a manual transmission. According to the Jeep Clutch lawsuit, the clutch friction plates can slip on the flywheel, generating high temperatures and even causing a fire. The Jeep Clutch lawsuit also claims that the Jeep Clutch recall "effectively neuters" Jeep vehicles by "depriving members of the same model group of benefits that are available to members of the same model group, which is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission and a…
Dodge Journey Door Lock Issue Investigation
The government is escalating and expanding its investigation into a Dodge Journey door-lock accident that killed one person. August 3, 2024 — Dodge Journey door lock issues are coming under the federal government's microscope as federal safety regulators expand their investigation into the problem to nearly 1 million SUVs. NHTSA launched its initial investigation in May 2023, focusing on 2009 Dodge Journey SUVs, but the probe has been upgraded and expanded to nearly 993,000 2009 to 2020 Dodge Journeys. The initial Dodge Journey investigation was launched following an alarming report received in Wisconsin. In December 2022, 73-year-old Mary Frahm was driving a 2009 Dodge Journey when the SUV began to lose power and experience electrical issues. She called to tell someone that the Dodge Journey's speedometer was malfunctioning, the warning lights were flashing, and the windshield wipers suddenly started. Additionally, during the call she said the windows would not roll down, the doors would not unlock, the horn was honking,…
Mercedes-Benz electric car caught fire in underground parking lot, 21
It took firefighters eight hours to put out the blaze, which filled the apartment building with black smoke. A Mercedes-Benz EQE caused a fire at an apartment building in South Korea on Thursday. The all-electric sedan suddenly caught fire while it was parked and not charging. Twenty residents and one firefighter were taken to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. A Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan exploded in the parking lot of an apartment building in South Korea, causing a fire. Toxic fumes injured 21 people and sent them to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while 70 other vehicles were damaged. The accident took place in the South Korean city of Incheon and was captured on CCTV footage from an underground car park. White smoke could be seen emanating from the all-electric sedan while it was parked and not charging - most likely from the battery mounted on the floor. Seconds later, the EQE caught fire, which then spread to nearby vehicles. MORE: Hospital rejects…
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Battery Fire Recall: Outdoor Parking
FCA has ordered a recall of 24,000 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid minivans after discovering seven reports of battery fires in the vehicles. July 18, 2024 — Fiat Chrysler (FCA) has issued a recall of more than 24,000 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans after it discovered seven battery fires while reviewing warranty data. The vehicles recalled due to battery fires include 2017 to 2021 Chrysler Pacifica hybrids, which must not be charged until they are repaired at a dealer. Additionally, owners of 2017-2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans are warned to park their vehicles outdoors, away from any areas where fire could occur. However, Chrysler says the minivan will still be able to continue to drive. FCA did not release specific details, but in January this year, federal safety regulators launched an investigation into the Pacifica Hybrid battery fire recall since February 2022, including 2017 to 2018 Pacifica Hybrids. All seven battery fires in Chrysler Pacifica Hybrids occurred when the minivans were turned off,…
Jaguar Land Rover recalls due to engine fires, oil leaks
A faulty oil filter housing can rupture, allowing oil to leak onto hot engine parts and cause a fire. July 20, 2024 — Jaguar Land Rover has recalled about 2,200 of these vehicles due to oil leaks that could cause engine fires. 2024 Jaguar F-Pace 2024 Land Rover Defender 2024 Land Rover Discovery 2024 Range Rover 2024 Range Rover Sport 2024 Range Rover Velar According to Jaguar Land Rover, cracks may develop in the oil filter housing, causing oil to leak into the engine compartment. The problem is caused by the plastic used to make the oil filter housing, which can crack, causing oil to leak onto engine components. In April this year, Jaguar Land Rover discovered that its oil filter housing was cracked and engineers immediately launched an investigation. Between April 6 and May 31, 2024, seven fires were reported in the United States, faults were discovered and affected parts were collected. Jaguar Land Rover oil leak recall letters…
Toyota denies warranty for GR Corolla fire, citing tire issue
GR Corolla engine caught fire while driving on the highway. Toyota denied responsibility and blamed speed and tire conditions. Owners seek answers, support, and potential compensation. Toyota Motor Corp. denied liability or warranty coverage when the engine of a GR Corolla caught fire last month, blaming high speed driving and possibly the tires. 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"); } }); We first reported on this incident in mid-June. Dashcam footage shows the owner of this cool hatchback was driving at 85 mph (137 km/h) on a North Carolina highway when the engine suddenly stalled. White smoke began to seep into the cabin, while black smoke billowed out of the exhaust. The driver realized something was wrong, pulled over and quickly called the fire department. Read: Toyota GR Corolla suddenly caught fire, and the dashcam recorded everything Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene, but the fire had…
Toyota RAV4 battery lawsuit settled
Toyota has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit involving 1.8 million SUVs from model years 2013 to 2018. July 23, 2024 — A Toyota RAV4 battery settlement agreement has been reached for customers of 2013 to 2018 Toyota RAV4 vehicles recalled in 2023. Toyota denied all claims and allegations but agreed to settle the class action lawsuit to end costly and cumbersome litigation. The plaintiffs claim that the battery terminals in Toyota RAV4 SUVs from 2013 to 2018 have defects that could cause the vehicles to stall or even catch fire. The first Toyota RAV4 battery class action lawsuit was filed in March 2021, about a week after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into RAV4 battery issues in 2013 to 2018 SUVs. The government said it had received 11 reports of fires, all of which started at the location of the 12-volt battery. NHTSA found that some SUVs were repaired after being damaged in frontal collisions,…
NFPA Organizes Boston Fire Protection Expo in the United States with Great Fanfare
NFPA Organizes Boston Fire Protection Expo in the United States with Great Fanfare The annual Boston Fire Protection Expo will be held in early June at the Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;background-Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The organizer of this international exhibition is the famous Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;background- NFPA. . The scale of the exhibition is about 30,000 square meters, and the number of participants is initially estimated at more than 50,000, with the number of companies reaching more than 400. Arial, Helvetica, sans serif; background-NFPA, the National Fire Protection Association, was founded in 1896 to promote the development of the science of fire prevention, improve fire protection technology, organize the exchange of information, establish protective equipment, and reduce the loss of life and property caused by fire. The association is an international technical and educational organization. It has collective members from 150 societies, associations, and other organizations, 75,000 unit members, and members from more than 80 other countries. The organization develops…