Chevrolet Volt Battery Energy Control Module Failure
The government shut down an investigation into the failed Volt Becm after GM issued a warranty extension. March 5, 2025 - A failure of the Chevrolet Volt battery energy control module caused the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to open an investigation in November 2023 after the agency received at least 61 complaints. These complaints indicate that in 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volt cars are stalling, losing power, and sometimes not starting due to a failure of the battery energy control module. The BECM is located in a high-voltage electric vehicle battery pack and should monitor the voltage, current and temperature of the battery. NHTSA knows that GM has issued a technical service announcement for the 2016-2019 Volt BECM failure (TSB 18-NA-261). The government knows that module failure causes these diagnostic fault code settings: U2603, U2604, U2605, U2606, U2617, U2617, U2618, U2619, U2619, U2621, U2621, U2622, U2622, U2623, U2623, U2623 and U2624. GM dealers were told that internal battery energy control module…
NHTSA surveys the rear view of 130,000 Honda ridge
NHTSA and Honda received reports of rearview camera wiring issues. Honda's second related recall at the end of 2022 and mid-2024. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Defect Investigation Office has opened up an investigation into the recall issues related to the two recalls issued by Honda, which is a possible faulty rearview camera system for the 2017-2024 Ridgeline model. So, should owners of affected ridges worry? Let's dive in and find out. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que :()}; adpushup.que.push(function(){ if(adpushup.config.platform!=="Desktop"){adpushup.triggerad("0f7e3106 -c4d6-4db4-4db4-8135-c5088799a76a76af8") 82503191-E1D1-435A-874F-9C78A2A54A2F");}}); Honda first recalled the 2017-2019 ridgeline model on November 23, 2022 to address concerns about rearview cameras that could be due to insufficient corrugated paper and corrugated paper used to protect wiring harnesses and improperly tightened postal codes fail. Honda's solution is to replace the harness with a new strap that includes longer protective corrugated tubes and actually secured zipper ties. Read: Honda recalls 117,000 Ridgelines in backup camera release, owners have complained for…
Honda automatic emergency braking problem: FBI looking
Honda Insight and Honda Passport vehicles suddenly brake when they shouldn't and without warning. January 21, 2025 — Problems with Honda's automatic emergency braking prompted a federal investigation that has now been expanded and escalated. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into Honda's braking system in March 2024 after receiving complaints that the automatic emergency braking system was inadvertently activated. Drivers complain that their 2019-2022 Honda Insight and 2019-2022 Honda Passport vehicles suddenly slow down, even though there are no objects on the road. Honda's automatic emergency braking is supposed to warn the driver of approaching objects in the road, but if the driver ignores the warning, the system will apply the brakes automatically. Honda Insight and Passport owners have complained about dealers' inability to replicate automatic emergency braking issues, with some customers saying dealers claim the systems are working as expected. Three crashes and two injuries were allegedly caused by issues with Honda's automatic emergency braking,…
Nearly 877,000 General Motors L87 engine failures investigated
General Motors L87 engine failure may have been caused by bearing failure. January 18, 2025 — General Motors L87 engine failures in nearly 878,000 vehicles are being investigated after complaints about bearing failures in these vehicles: 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2019-2024 GMC Sierra 1500 2021-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe 2021-2024 Chevrolet Suburban 2021-2024 GMC Yukon 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade Owners complained that General Motors' L87 V8 engine bearings failed and caused the L87 engine to seize. GM owners also complained about L87 engine bearings failing and causing connecting rods to puncture the engine block. The owner of a 2023 Chevrolet 1500 describes the L87 engine failure his truck experienced. "On June 16, 2024, my vehicle broke down on the interstate at 70 mph. I was able to step to the side and attempt to restart. Ten minutes later, the vehicle restarted and I received a "Low Battery" message News. The day after I drove it, I called the dealer to ask for a…
NHTSA surveys nearly 900,000 GM trucks, SUVs
The government has launched an investigation into about 878,000 General Motors full-size trucks and SUVs. The 6.2-liter V8 engine in these models can seize due to bearing failure. Thirty-nine accidents have been reported, including popular models such as the Silverado and Tahoe. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation has begun investigating engine failures involving approximately 877,710 General Motors vehicles. These vehicles are full-size trucks and SUVs equipped with 6.2-liter L87 V8 engines. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("0f7e3106 -c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8"); } else { adpushup.triggerAd("82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f"); According to the government, it has received "39 complaints and a number of early warning field reports alleging engine failures in some popular models". These include the 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2021-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2021-2024 Chevrolet Suburban. This tops the 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade, 2019-2024 GMC Sierra 1500, and 2021-2024 GMC Yukon. More: 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban debut, bring new looks, new technology…
Tesla’s ‘actual Smart Summon’ issues spark investigation
The FBI is investigating nearly 2.6 million Tesla vehicles after crashes while using "Actually Smart Summon." January 8, 2025 — Tesla’s “de facto Smart Summon” issues have prompted a federal investigation into the feature, which allows users to drive their vehicles remotely using a phone app. Tesla offers Smart Summon and Actual Smart Summon, which can bring the vehicle to the user or another location, such as a parking lot. But according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, problems have been reported when using Actual Smart Summon. The survey included nearly 2.6 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving: 2016-2025 Tesla Model S 2016-2025 Tesla Model X 2017-2025 Tesla Model 3 2020-2025 Tesla Model Y According to NHTSA, "actual Smart Summon" issues include sessions that result in collisions with other vehicles and objects (such as posts), including situations where the user does not have sufficient time to react due to vehicle proximity or line of sight. An Actual Smart…
Mitsubishi airbag control unit reaches settlement
Mitsubishi's lawsuit alleges that the ZF-TRW airbag control unit is defective. January 1, 2025 — Reached Mitsubishi airbag control unit settlement with certain Outlander and Lancer customers. The Mitsubishi airbag class action lawsuit settlement includes property of "all persons or entities that owned or leased or previously owned or leased a Mitsubishi-class vehicle for sale or lease in the United States or any of its territories or territories on November 1, 2024." " The following vehicles are included in the settlement: 2013-2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 2013-2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2013-2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 2013-2016 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Mitsubishi's lawsuit alleges that ZF-TRW airbag control units and components are defective because they may be subject to electrical overstress. This may cause the airbag to fail. In 2018, attorneys began filing ZF airbag control unit class action lawsuits against multiple automakers after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into airbag control units. There are at least 13…
Ford Focus carbon canister purge valve investigation concluded
Ford Focus Customer Satisfaction Program 24N07 replaces the canister purge valve. December 24, 2024 — Ford Focus Canister Purge Valve Customer Satisfaction Program 24N07 A federal investigation into two Focus recalls has been closed. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation more than a year ago over problems with the 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles. Even though Ford has issued two Focus recalls ( here and here ), NHTSA has received about 100 complaints about 2012-2018 Focus vehicles losing power. Ford said an open purge valve could cause excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor management system. This can collapse the tank, causing a variety of problems. Even with the recall, problems continued a year after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched a recall investigation into the Ford Focus. Ford has developed the Focus Canister Purge Valve Customer Satisfaction Program 24N07 for 2012-2018 vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI and GTDI engines. But this time, the fix was for a…
Not recalling 50 million ARC airbag inflators for now
Safety regulators had previously hoped to recall 50 million airbag inflators following deaths/injuries. December 20, 2024 — Exploding air bag inflators are still affecting automakers, vehicles, occupants and safety regulators who are trying to determine whether millions of inflators and vehicles should be recalled. The entire ordeal involves ARC Automotive, Delphi Automotive and a federal safety investigation launched in 2015 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The investigation was upgraded in 2016 after a Canadian woman died when a 2009 Hyundai Elantra ARC airbag inflator ruptured. NHTSA estimates there are more than 50 million suspect air bag inflators in vehicles produced by 13 automakers. Safety regulators said in 2023 that a recall should be considered due to the dangers posed by the inflators. This has caused concern among airbag inflator manufacturers and automakers. GM did announce a recall of about 1 million vehicles in May 2023, but ARC automatically rejected any talk of a recall. All companies agree that…
Volkswagen suction pump recall alleges ‘frivolous’ lawsuit
Volkswagen said the class action lawsuit based on recalls, warranty extensions, and refunds should be dismissed. December 7, 2024 — The Volkswagen Suction Injection Pump recall should reportedly be enough to end the class-action lawsuit. The Audi and Volkswagen class action lawsuit involves suction injection pumps used to clear fuel from evaporative emissions (EVAP) systems. If the pump fails, fuel can accumulate in the EVAP system and leak through the canister filter. This can cause problems such as fuel spillage or premature stoppage of the fuel nozzles when refueling, as well as fuel odor in the vehicle. The class action lawsuit includes the following vehicles: 2015-2020 Volkswagen Golf 2015-2020 Audi A3 2021-2024 Volkswagen Daos Volkswagen's first recall for suction injection pumps was issued in 2016 and affected the 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, Volkswagen GTI, Audi A3 and A3 Convertible. For 2022, Volkswagen is extending the suction injection pump warranty (AWA-22-12 and VWP-22-12) on 2015-2020 Volkswagen Golf and 2015-2020…
Ford fuel injector lawsuit busted returns to court
Previously dismissed Ford injector class action lawsuit reinstated by judge. November 26, 2024 — Ford hacked fuel injector lawsuit revived after class action lawsuit dismissed because recall was issued before lawsuit was filed. Does it make sense? Many car class action lawsuits aren't filed until automakers issue recalls or safety regulators launch investigations. In the case of a ruptured Ford fuel injector, a judge granted a motion to reduce the sentence filed by 12 Ford owners who sued. Ford recalls cracked fuel injectors In March 2022, Ford recalled the 2020-2022 Ford Escape and 2021-2022 Ford Bronco Sports as engineers tried to determine the root cause of engine compartment fires. Then in November 2022, Ford announced a fuel injector recall on approximately 522,000 Bronco Sports and Escape vehicles after 20 engine fires occurred in vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5-liter engines. In April 2024, Ford announced a recall of approximately 43,000 2022-2023 Ford Bronco Sport and 2022 Ford Escape SUVs equipped with…
Jeep power steering pump fire risk sparks lawsuit
Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler investigated and filed lawsuits over possible power steering pump fires. November 15, 2024 — Jeep power steering pump fire risk sparks class-action lawsuit alleging that 2021 to 2023 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles can catch fire even when the engine is turned off. The Jeep lawsuit was filed two months after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler vehicles. According to safety regulators, the Jeep may have a power steering pump problem that could cause an engine bay fire. Jeep owners reported a fire in the passenger side engine compartment where the power steering pump electrical connector is located. NHTSA also said most of the fires occurred when Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators were shut down. The Jeep class action lawsuit alleges that Chrysler knew or should have known about the fire risk before NHTSA launched its investigation. The class action lawsuit also accuses FCA of failing…
Tesla Fully Self-Driving (FSD) under investigation after accident
A 2021 Tesla Model Y accident occurred in poor visibility, killing a pedestrian. October 27, 2024 — Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) crashes are under investigation, after four previous incidents occurred while partially automated systems were still running. One of the accidents involved a 2021 Tesla Model Y, resulting in the death of a pedestrian. Tesla FSD accident investigations cover approximately 2.4 million of these vehicles: 2016-2024 Tesla Model S 2016-2024 Tesla Model X 2017-2024 Tesla Model 3 2020-2024 Tesla Model Y 2023-2024 Tesla Cybertruck NHTSA found the reports under its Standing Order (SGO), which collects incidents involving self-driving technology. Tesla calls its FSD a "partial driving automation system," and its FSD-Beta or FSD-Supervised modes are available as optional systems, according to NHTSA. Tesla accidents occur when road visibility is reduced due to sunlight, fog or dust in the air. While a pedestrian was killed in a 2021 Tesla Model Y FSD crash, a separate crash report stated that someone was…
Investigation into 2019 Ford Flex backup camera issues
2019 Ford Flex owners are complaining that the rearview camera image is blank or upside down. October 27, 2024 — A problem with the 2019 Ford Flex's backup camera has prompted complaints from owners, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a federal investigation. Owners of 2019 Ford Flex vehicles have submitted approximately 24 reports of backup camera issues and malfunctions. According to NHTSA, 2019 Ford Flex drivers have complained that the backup camera image appears blank or distorted. Some Ford Flex owners told the government that the backup camera image appears upside down when the vehicle is reversed. Two examples from 2019 Ford Flex owners. "The view from the rear backup camera is upside down. Tried various remedies (resetting and disconnecting the battery) to fix the problem but when the vehicle is put in the backup camera the view is upside down. Dealer says the camera needs to be replaced and software, but no replacement is covered…
Lawsuit filed after Kia Carnival sliding door sensor recall
Kia Carnival sliding door sensors allegedly fail to prevent automatic doors from closing. October 26, 2024 — Kia Carnival sliding door sensor lawsuit claims power sliding doors were never fixed during previous recalls. West Virginia plaintiffs Rachel Langerhans and Andrew Langerhans filed a class action lawsuit alleging dangerous and defective power sliding doors on 2022-2023 Kia Carnivals. Most automotive class action lawsuits are not filed until a recall is announced or a formal government investigation is launched. The Kia Carnival lawsuit is a good example, as the lawsuit wasn't filed until after the minivans were both under investigation and recalled. According to the class action lawsuit, 2022-2023 Kia Carnival power sliding doors are equipped with a defective squeeze sensor that does not cause the power sliding door to automatically reverse. Kia Carnival sliding doors are supposed to automatically stop closing if an obstacle blocks the path, but the lawsuit says children or people could be injured if the sensors malfunction.…
Investigation into 2019 Ford Edge backup camera issues
2019 Ford Edge owners are complaining that the rearview camera image is blank or upside down. October 26, 2024 — A problem with the 2019 Ford Flex's backup camera has prompted complaints from owners, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a federal investigation. Owners of 2019 Ford Flex vehicles have submitted approximately 24 reports of backup camera issues and malfunctions. According to NHTSA, 2019 Ford Flex drivers have complained that the backup camera image appears blank or distorted. Some Ford Flex owners told the government that the backup camera image appears upside down when the vehicle is reversed. Two examples come from 2019 Ford Edge owners. "The view from the rear backup camera is upside down. Tried various remedies (resetting and disconnecting the battery) to fix the problem but when the vehicle is put in the backup camera the view is upside down. Dealer says the camera needs to be replaced and software, but no replacement is…
NHTSA proposal could revolutionize cars and trucks
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has proposed a new rule that would change the way vehicles are designed and tested. The proposal focuses on pedestrian safety and could result in significant changes to the hood and grille. The styling changes are expected to reduce fuel efficiency and save only 67 lives per year. The number of pedestrians killed in motor vehicle crashes has more than doubled in less than a decade, and the government is currently proposing new regulations that would change the way vehicles are designed in a bid to reduce pedestrian deaths. 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"); } }); Under the plan, passenger vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds (4,536 kilograms) or less will need to meet the new pedestrian head protection standards. That means nearly all cars, trucks and SUVs will be affected. MORE: The taller the car hood, the more dangerous it is…
NHTSA investigating mysterious Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator fires
The investigation is looking into the scope and frequency of the defect affecting two Jeep models. go through Brad Anderson September 11, 2024 09:12 The fire is suspected to have originated on the passenger side of the engine compartment. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received multiple reports of the problem, including one death and one injury. The automaker is aware of several fires that started in the power steering pump electrical connector. More than 781,000 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator models are under investigation in the United States because they can catch fire even when turned off. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received nine owner questionnaires, multiple field reports, and one death and injury report. These documents claim that a fire can occur in the engine compartment, believed to be on the passenger side of the engine compartment, even when the vehicle's ignition is turned off. Read: 'Nap mode' feature? Jeep…
781,000 Jeeps involved in NHTSA investigation
2021-23 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator catch fire with ignition switch in the off position go through Chris Chilton September 9, 2024 11:50 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has launched an investigation into woodland fires involving Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler. More than 781,000 2021-23 model year Jeeps fall within the scope of the investigation, where fires occurred with the ignition turned off. One injury and several incidents of fire have been reported in the ODI. U.S. regulators are investigating the safety of nearly 800,000 Jeeps after electrical fires were reported in the vehicles, injuring at least one person. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has launched an investigation into 781,459 Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators produced from the 2021-23 model years after learning of multiple spontaneous combustion incidents of U.S.-made off-road vehicles. RELATED: Lawsuit says Jeep failed to do enough to fix Wrangler 4xe fire problem ODI investigators have received numerous…
Ford Nano EcoBoost engine recall: Intake valve damage
More than 102,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles being recalled may need new Nano EcoBoost engines. September 1, 2024 — Ford's Nano EcoBoost engine recall affects 102,500 vehicles equipped with 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine intake valves that could fail while driving. Three safety defect applications ( here , here , and here ) were filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to determine if the Nano EcoBoost engine was defective. In 2023, NHTSA expanded its previous investigation into Nano EcoBoost engine failures caused by intake valves. The Ford Nano EcoBoost engine recall includes the following vehicles in the U.S. and Canada: 2021-2022 Ford Bronco 2021-2022 Ford F-150 2021-2022 Ford Edge 2021-2022 Ford Explorer 2021-2022 Lincoln Nautilus 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator If the intake valves become damaged while driving, the Nano EcoBoost engine could fail completely. Ford describes the specific Nano EcoBoost intake valve engine issue as follows: "The engines of the affected vehicles may contain intake valves that are…
NHTSA concludes two safety inspections, good news for Fisker owners
Problems with the Ocean's regenerative braking system were found to be the cause of six minor accidents go through Brad Anderson August 29, 2024 12:04 The electric SUV has received a safety upgrade thanks to two recent recalls. One of the issues has been resolved via an over-the-air software update. Fisker recently avoided a Chapter 7 liquidation as part of its bankruptcy proceedings. Two U.S. safety investigations into the Fisker Ocean have concluded after the bankrupt brand issued recalls to fix door faults and brake issues. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched an investigation into 7,745 Oceans in January after receiving complaints that the regenerative braking system could fail on low-traction surfaces. NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation said it was aware of six minor crashes resulting from the malfunction, including one resulting in an injury. Read: Fisker recalls more than 7,700 Oceans due to suspension of regenerative braking Fisker is restructuring as the business winds down, but has…
Need to tow trailer side underrun protection
The petitioners asked, the law requires rear underrun trailer guards, so why not the sides? August 29, 2024 — The lack of federal law requiring all vans and semitrailers to be equipped with side underrun protection should be examined because of the dangers of driving under the side of a trailer, it was said. Federal law requires trailers to have underrun protection on the rear, but not on the sides. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that it has received a petition to investigate the impact of trailers that are not equipped with side underrun protection. In addition to vehicles that could hit and slide under the trailer, the federal petition for investigation also argues that pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists are also at risk. No specific equipment or trailer manufacturers are named in the petition. In 2021, safety regulators also received a request to investigate the impact of trailer side underrun guards and the lack of federal regulations. However,…
Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick 12V Battery Survey
Ford's low battery problem resulted in loss of electrical functions and loss of power. August 23, 2024 — Ford's 12-volt battery problems led to a federal safety investigation in January, but that investigation has been closed due to two Ford recalls. The investigation began after 2021 Ford Bronco Sport owners complained about their vehicles losing power. Ford Bronco Sport owners have reported complete electrical system failures while their vehicles are in motion or parked. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: "The investigation revealed that 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport and certain 2022-2023 Ford Maverick vehicles are equipped with a 12V Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB) that may suddenly fail while driving. The failure is caused by an internal corrosion issue that is affected by prolonged exposure to high temperatures under the hood." If the battery management sensors do not detect a sudden loss of 12V battery voltage, the driver will not receive any warning. A serious consequence is that when…
NHTSA ends investigation after Cruise recalls 1,194 vehicles
NHTSA says four crashes involving Cruise vehicles involved vulnerable road users go through Brad Anderson August 23, 2024 09:00 The tech company has rolled out a software update to reduce the risk of emergency braking. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation attributed 10 accidents to Cruise vehicles. A separate investigation into the company's self-driving cars is ongoing. General Motors' Cruise car unit will recall 1,194 of its self-driving taxis so that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) can wrap up an investigation into braking issues. In December 2022, the safety agency launched an investigation into Cruise vehicles after analyzing 7,632 emergency braking events recorded by self-driving taxis. The Office of Defects Investigation concluded that 10 accidents could be attributed to Cruise vehicles. Four of the accidents involved vulnerable road users and resulted in injuries. Read: Cruise Cans Origin Robotaxi Project Will Focus on Next-Gen Chevy Bolt Although Cruise has denied that NHTSA had requested a…
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…
New investigation shows Tesla and NHTSA hid information
A new report from The Wall Street Journal analyzed crash data as well as federal documents and police records related to Tesla's Autopilot. We collated details of more than 200 Autopilot-related accidents and discovered new patterns. The report said that in the accident, Tesla's Autopilot had difficulty avoiding the obstacle and the car veered off the road. A new investigation has revealed a number of accidents involving Tesla's controversial Autopilot. The report covers more than 200 reported Tesla Autopilot accidents, with data from police reports and "heavily redacted" federal documents. 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"); } }); The study found that in these situations, Tesla's Autopilot had difficulty dealing with obstacles, and showed that the system also experienced instances where the car veered off the road while Autopilot was engaged. The survey Wall Street Journal The report also claims that information about some accidents has been…
Ford F-150 transmission downshift recall investigation
Ford F-150 truck owners have been complaining about their trucks' transmissions suddenly downshifting. August 5, 2024 — An investigation into a Ford F-150 downshift problem has concluded, according to a recall of Ford F-150 trucks. The first Ford F-150 downshift recall was issued in September 2016 for 2011 to 2012 trucks equipped with the 6-speed (6R80) automatic transmission. The Ford F-150 downshift recall was due to complaints from owners that the transmission would suddenly downshift to first gear, causing the rear wheels to lock. Ford engineers said the F-150's sudden downshifts were caused by cracks in the transmission's output shaft speed (OSS) sensor's OSS circuit board solder joints, causing intermittent signal loss in the OSS sensor. But in December 2017, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched a "recall inquiry" to determine whether repairs had fixed the F-150 downshift problem. Ford subsequently issued a downshift recall for more than 1.2 million trucks. Ford said dealers would reprogram the powertrain control…
Volkswagen Intake Injector Pump Recall Investigation Completed
Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf suction jet pump problems have caused fuel leaks and other problems. July 4, 2024 — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s federal investigation into a second Audi and Volkswagen suction jet pump recall has concluded. In December 2023, NHTSA launched an investigation into the 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3 vehicles that were recalled in September 2016 because of fuel leak problems in these vehicles. The suction jet pump removes fuel from the evaporative emissions system, but the pump may be damaged during assembly. This can cause fuel to flow directly into the evaporative emissions system. Fuel may leak from the canister filter, gasoline may spray out during refueling, and passengers may smell fuel. The 2016 recall was for a defective suction injection pump inside the fuel tank. Dealers were asked to replace the suction injection pump with an improved version. NHTSA launched the recall investigations after Audi and Volkswagen owners continued to complain of…
Volkswagen Intake Injector Pump Recall Investigation Completed
Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf suction jet pump problems have caused fuel leaks and other problems. July 4, 2024 — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s federal investigation into a second Audi and Volkswagen suction jet pump recall has concluded. In December 2023, NHTSA launched an investigation into the 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3 vehicles that were recalled in September 2016 because of fuel leak problems in these vehicles. The suction jet pump removes fuel from the evaporative emissions system, but the pump may be damaged during assembly. This can cause fuel to flow directly into the evaporative emissions system. Fuel may leak from the canister filter, gasoline may spray out during refueling, and passengers may smell fuel. The 2016 recall was for a defective suction injection pump inside the fuel tank. Dealers were asked to replace the suction injection pump with an improved version. NHTSA launched the recall investigations after Audi and Volkswagen owners continued to complain of…
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…
NHTSA ends investigation into Kia’s 3.3-liter V6 engine
Kia's extended warranty on the affected vehicles and the "reasonable detectability" of any issues prompted NHTSA's decision. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has just concluded an investigation into possible cylinder head gasket failure in 3.3-liter Kia engines. The Office of Defects Investigation said several factors led to the investigation not resulting in a recall decision. Owners of affected vehicles can take advantage of an extended powertrain warranty to 15 years or 180,000 miles. The Office of Defects Investigation, a branch of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that determines whether complaints warrant full recalls, closed its investigation last year into certain Kia 3.3-liter engines and explained why it is not requiring the automaker to recall potentially faulty cylinder head gaskets. According to ODI, there have been dozens of reports of problems with this 3.3-liter engine. Kia uses this engine in the 2016-2017 Sorento. The clamping force between the engine cover and the block is sometimes too weak, resulting in…
Police ordered to pay $12,000 for carbon monoxide in Ford Explorer
Six police officers claimed they were injured by exhaust fumes from a Ford Explorer police car. July 20, 2024 — A 2019 lawsuit filed by six Washington police officers over carbon monoxide in a Ford Explorer has apparently ended, but not in a completely normal way. The initial class action lawsuit involved Ford Explorers from 2011 to 2018, which were allegedly defective and caused exhaust fumes and carbon monoxide to make vehicle occupants sick. The case comes as Ford is being hit with multiple class-action lawsuits over exhaust fumes entering its Explorer models, including the Ford Explorer Police Interceptor. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration spent more than six years investigating the alleged carbon monoxide problem, but announced in January 2023 that it had found no defects and closed its investigation. The investigation involved 1.3 million Ford Explorer consumer SUVs and Explorer police interceptor vehicles from the 2011 to 2017 model years, but NHTSA found that the SUVs did not…
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,…
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