Coverage tagged Recalls.
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Carfax data shows over 47 million US vehicles have unresolved safety recalls, with minivans and SUVs among the most affected segments.
Takata posted a sharp rise in quarterly profits and revenue, even as global recalls over its defective airbag inflators continued to widen and pressure the supplier.
Volkswagen has received approval to begin recalling Amarok pickups across Europe as the first step in its plan to address 8.5 million affected diesel vehicles.
Toyota is recalling around 5,000 2016 Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h crossovers in the US to address a manufacturing defect in the driver’s knee airbag.
New Mexico has joined several US states in suing Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche, alleging violations of state air quality laws and deceptive marketing tied to the diesel emissions scandal.
A manufacturing defect in the passenger side door latch assembly prompts Maserati to recall 135 GranTurismo and GranTurismo Convertible models built in summer 2015.
Volkswagen has presented German authorities with a technical solution for 1.6-litre diesel engines affected by emissions software, with approval pending from the KBA.
Brazil’s environmental regulator has fined Volkswagen 50 million reais after finding defeat devices in over 17,000 Amarok pickups sold in the country.
Jeep Liberty, Grand Cherokee and Dodge Journey models built between 2003 and 2015 are affected by global recalls to address airbag and anti-lock brake problems.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles reported a €306 million net loss for the third quarter after booking €761 million for recall expenses in North America.
Bentley is recalling certain Continental GT, GTC and Flying Spur models built from 2011 to 2014 due to a loose battery cable connection that could pose a safety risk.
The KBA has ordered Volkswagen to recall 8.5 million vehicles fitted with EA 189 diesel engines in Europe, as the company responds to the fallout from the diesel emissions scandal.
Korean environment officials will test 4,000 to 5,000 Volkswagen and Audi diesel cars following the US emissions cheating revelations, with potential for a wider investigation.
Owners of affected 2014 and 2015 Acura MDX models will need to visit dealers after a recall was issued for faulty air conditioning compressor clutch drive bolts that could corrode and fail.
Takahiro Hachigo, newly appointed as Honda CEO, has dismissed speculation that the company will financially support airbag supplier Takata amid the ongoing recall crisis.
Ford has initiated a recall of over 430,000 vehicles in North America after discovering a software issue that can prevent engines from shutting off as intended.
A Department of Transportation investigation has found the NHTSA failed to spot and act on fatal ignition switch defects in GM vehicles, citing poor management and under-resourcing.
Takahiro Hachigo, a Honda veteran, steps up as president and CEO as the company faces mounting pressure over Takata airbag-related fatalities and recalls.
Toyota retained its position as the world’s most valuable automotive brand in 2015, despite a slight decline linked to ongoing airbag recall issues.
Lexus has issued a recall for around 3,000 NX 200t SUVs in the United States due to a possible ABS actuator fault that could compromise braking performance.
The US safety regulator has moved aggressively in 2015, compelling Takata to recall 34 million airbags and scrutinising Fiat Chrysler’s recall practices.
Honda’s operating profit in North America dropped 31% to $1.67bn for the fiscal year ending March 2015, as recalls and production issues weighed on results.
General Motors CEO Mary Barra has been ranked ninth on Fortune’s 2015 list of the world’s 50 greatest leaders, joining Detroit officials credited with guiding the city through bankruptcy.
Hyundai is recalling Genesis Sedans built between February 2014 and January 2015 in the US after a water leak was found to cause incorrect gear indication and delayed gear engagement.