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Is Your Boat on This Massive Recall List?
If you have a boat, you naturally want to stay on top of maintenance. Boating is one of those recreational activities that will come to an abrupt halt when there are any issues with your boat. Just like cars, trucks, SUVs, and RVs, boats are also susceptible to issues that require a recall. On the …
Recall Alert: Instrument Visibility and Poor Fuel Tank Attachments
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is in the business of making the automotive industry and the public aware of dangerous or potentially dangerous things they discover in relation to the vehicles we all use. This means when they issue a recall, it is usually a good idea to examine their findings. The organization recently …
Recall Alert: Over 87,000 Volvo XC60 Models Recalled Over One Simple Issue
While the Volvo XC60 is a safe and well-appointed luxury SUV, not everything on it is as tight as it should be. The Swedish automaker just announced a recall for over 87,000 XC60 models built from 2018 to 2020 due to the possibility of an incorrect torque specification used on the windshield wiper bolts during …
Recall Alert: 186,233 Ram 1500 Pickup Trucks
A voluntary recall has been issued for Ram 1500 pickup trucks. It seems that the foot pedals and floor mats do not mix. That is the message out of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles camp. Specifically at issue for the recall are all-weather floor mats and the Ram 1500 pickup trucks equipped with adjustable pedals. They appear to be having …
Safety Recall — There’s an App for That
Recalls are a pain. The manufacturer has to save face by issuing the recall, and the consumer is stuck trying to get an appointment to have an inspection or repair accomplished. But, those are not the hard parts or a recall. The hard part is notifying people after vehicles have change hands quickly. Also, sometimes …
Recall Alert: Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator
A grand total of 528 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are the subjects of a safety recall. No accidents or injuries have occurred yet in relation to recall. All the models affected by the recall are from the current 2020 model year. These are the vehicles in the recall There are 528 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviators affected by the …
Recalls: Sprinter Vans, Trailers, and a Tire
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, or NHTSA, has issued recalls for several popular recreational vehicles and a specific tire. Some of these are minor issues, such as a label. Some, not so much, such as a tire. Please review the recall information below and take action as necessary so that you can enjoy your RV, trailer, or …
Recall Alert: Winnebago and Other RVs Have a Laundry List of Serious Safety Issues
The outdoors is supposed to be a place of fun, relaxation, and adventure. However, a defect or missing part in a recreational vehicle can change all that. One bad piece can get a person hurt. So, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, does its best to examine vehicles for possible safety hazards. To …
Ford and Lincoln Recall Alert: Fires, Brakes, and Defects – Oh My!
This morning brought with it an announcement from Ford that it is recalling some of its popular vehicles. Fires, brake issues, and defects are the root of the issues for a total of over 560,000 vehicles. One of the recalls involves the most popular vehicle Ford has, the F-150 pickup truck. The others are for the Ford Edge, Lincoln …
Recall Alert: 12 Million Airbags Still Need to Be Fixed
Mention the name Takata, and many people immediately think of airbags. That is because Takata was one of the largest airbag manufacturers in the world. It is their airbags that are typically associated with a recall for flying shrapnel once they are deployed. Some of those incidents have caused deaths. But, new information indicates the …
1 Million Chrysler, Fiat, Dodge, Jeep Vehicles Could See a Recall
The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is seemingly preparing for a huge recall that is yet to be announced. Emissions have been a big topic of several industrywide recalls in recent years and may be the subject for the supposed recall action at the Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep brands. Approximately one million vehicles could be affected. …
RV Recall Alert: 2020 Issues Affect 1000s of Units
When you hit the road for a trip in your RV or camper, it’s important to know that your passengers and gear are safe aboard your rolling home away from home. Recalls are common in the automobile industry and RVs are not excluded. According to RV News, there have been not one but three recall …
Recall Alert: Mitsubishi Recalls 177,000 Vehicles
As many as 177,000 Mitsubishi vehicles are involved in a recall. The announcement of the recall comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigations Enforcement. This recall affects up to five years of select models. The vehicles in the recall There are two models involved in the recall. Both of them are crossover vehicles. …
Recall Alert: 3 Recalls Issued By Ford and Lincoln for Over 25,000 Vehicles
Over 25,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are involved in three separate recalls. The three recalls are for the Lincoln MKX and Nautilus models, and for the Ford F-650, F-750, Escape, and Transit models. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported as of yet relating to each recall concern. The first recall: Wiring harness abrasion for 2016-2020 …
Recall Alert: Over 1 Million Dodge and Chrysler Vehicles
Over 1 million Dodge and Chrysler vehicles are being included in a recall. The announcement of the recall comes as a result of an investigation into concerns of some potentially related injuries. The recall will affect some older Dodge and Chrysler vehicles. What are the vehicles in the recall Over one million vehicles are involved …
Safety Alert: Investigation Into Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR Fuel Leaks
An investigation has been opened by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, regarding Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR fuel leaks complaints. This is not the first time the Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR have been investigated for fuel related concerns. But this seems to be unrelated to the first investigation. Details of the investigation into …
Recall Alert: Polaris Ranger, General, and Phoenix Utility Vehicles
Recalls are not any fun. When they are announced, consumers have to deal with the hassle of scheduling the repair. On the flip side, manufacturer reputations take a hit because of a problem with their product that can or has caused safety issues for the consumers. Polaris, the manufacturer of ATVs and UTVs, is one …
Volvo Announces Its Worst Recall Ever for a Big Safety Issue
On Wednesday, Volvo Cars announced their biggest recall ever. Volvo said that over 2.1 million vehicles are affected. The recall is spread amongst multiple models. Volvo Cars says the recall was announced as preventative in nature. Wear on the seat belt wire According to reports on Reuter’s and the Associated Press, a steel wire that …
The 2015 VW Passat Has Some Concerning Recalls
The Volkswagen Passat is an affordable option for getting a low-end luxury sedan that still offers a great driving and handling experience. It’s practical and it’s stylish, receiving many updates over the years to improve the car’s appearance and make it look more modern and even more aggressive. The 2015 model year of the Volkswagen …
Never Try to Fix Your Car Recall Yourself
Even some of the most reliable cars on the road can be subject to manufacture recalls. Although usually for mechanical reasons, today software glitches can also prompt a car to be recalled. The Toyota Highlander, for example, has been a part of both a software-related and mechanical recall. The latter case is especially problematic, as …
