$1.7 Billion Ford Truck Roof Collapse Verdict: Ford Unveils New Model
The Georgia Court of Appeals granted Ford permission to proceed with a new truck roof crush trial, Hill v. Ford. November 5, 2024 — Ford truck roof crush lawsuit (hill v. ford) led a Georgia jury in awarding $1.7 billion to a family whose husband and wife were killed in a rollover accident. But now the entire case is set to be heard again, with the Georgia Court of Appeals agreeing to give Ford a new trial. Ford appealed the baffling $1.7 billion verdict, saying the trial court made several errors that Ford said put it at an unfair legal disadvantage. The appeals court also argued several issues, Includes the meaning of "wearing a seat belt." The Ford roof collapse lawsuit blames Ford for the 2014 deaths of Melvin Hill, 74, and his wife Voncile Hill, 62. In the fatal accident, a tire on the 2002 Ford F-250 truck blew out, causing the truck's roof to hit the ground three…
Nissan Z recalled due to pop-up hood issue
Nissan is recalling Z cars because the pop-up hood may become deactivated. November 7, 2024 — Nissan Z is recalling nearly 4,800 vehicles in the United States and Canada due to a problem with the front bumper wiring harness. The recalled 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles are equipped with a connector for the right pedestrian detection sensor that may be reversed in the front bumper harness. This prevents the pop-up hood from activating. In January, Nissan technicians discovered an erroneous diagnostic trouble code (DTC) when a pedestrian collision detection sensor in the front bumper harness became disconnected. Engineers investigated and discovered the cause and how the problem caused delayed activation or deactivation of the pop-up hood. Nissan is not aware of any warranty claims or injuries related to the issue. Once the Nissan Z recall letter is mailed out on December 12, 2024, Nissan dealers will replace the front bumper wiring harness. Owners can call 800-867-7669 and inquire about Nissan Z…
Mazda MX-5 Miata recall includes 85,000 vehicles
Mazda MX-5 Miata front airbags may exert excessive force during minor collisions. September 28, 2024 — The 2016-2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata recall affects 85,000 vehicles equipped with front airbags that may deploy with excessive force in a crash. Mazda said a software error in the airbag control module may be causing the problem. The front airbags should deploy with less force in minor collisions compared to high-intensity collisions. The problem is exacerbated if the occupants are not wearing seat belts. Mazda discovered the problem in April 2024 while producing airbag sensors for new models. Engineers tested the force with which the air bags deployed and determined the problem violated federal safety standards. As of September 11, 2024, Mazda has not received any reports of airbag-related crashes or injuries. About 7,300 vehicles are being recalled in Canada. Mazda MX-5 Miata recall letters will be mailed out on November 17, 2024, and dealers will update the airbag sensor control module software. Mazda…
Hyundai Palisade seat belt unfastened, investigation launched
More than 332,000 Hyundai Palisades vehicles are under investigation for seat belts that unclip without warning. August 10, 2024 — In 2020 to 2023 Hyundai Palisade SUVs, the Hyundai Palisade seat belts can unfasten (unlock) without warning. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received at least 37 complaints about the Palisade's seat belts accidentally unbuckling. Unfastened seatbelts are completely useless in a crash, and many Hyundai Palisade owners say they are extremely concerned about their children's safety. "The second row seat belts would engage/click securely into place and then intermittently release, causing the belts to disconnect while the vehicle was in motion. I have three children and if the seat belts failed in an accident they could be ejected or seriously injured." - 2021 Hyundai Palisade Owners The two 2021 Palisade owners described the seat belts as a "significant safety" issue. "My child's second row seat belts unfastened while driving. It also happened to the driver's seat. This is…
Ford Expedition seatbelt pretensioner recall ends
2019 Ford Expedition owners complained about seatbelt pretensioners suddenly activating. August 1, 2024 — The Ford Expedition recall prompted the government to close an investigation into seatbelt pretensioners in 2019 Ford Expeditions that activated for no apparent reason. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched an investigation into the Ford Expedition in November 2023 after owners complained about unexpected deployment of the seatbelt pretensioners. Seatbelt pretensioners help protect occupants in certain crashes. In a frontal collision, the pretensioners pull the seatbelt towards the occupant's body for a split second. Retractable pretensioners pull the shoulder belt and, in some collisions, pull it closer to the body. Ford Expedition owners sometimes hear a loud pop before the torso seat belts tighten. This is how the pretensioners are supposed to activate, but they don't unless there's a crash. According to NHTSA: "Investigations have revealed that some seatbelt pretensioners may develop corroded detonator pins where the bridge wire (heating element of the pyrotechnic device)…
FCA recalls 340,000 Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Jeep vehicles
A faulty seat belt buckle switch sensor connection could cause the front air bag to be disabled. July 14, 2024 — Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling more than 340,000 vehicles equipped with front-seat air bags because they could fail in a crash. Over a seven-month period, Chrysler received nearly 500 field reports of seat belt problems in North America. The vehicles involved in this recall may have a seat belt buckle switch sensor that may not be connected correctly. 2017-2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2018-2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2019-2023 Fiat 500X 2019-2023 Jeep Renegade 2024 Fiat 500E "Damage to the buckle switch Hall effect connector may affect the conduction between the seat wiring and the buckle connector, causing the front seat airbags to not deploy as expected in a collision." - Financial Conduct Authority FCA launched an investigation in November 2023 after reports of illuminated airbag warning lights in Europe. If the airbag light comes on and a chime is heard…
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