Recalls

Jaguar F-Type Catches Fire on Belgian Motorway

A newly delivered Jaguar F-Type was destroyed by fire on a Belgian highway after the driver noticed dashboard errors and pulled over, with an investigation now underway.

BMW Brilliance to Recall 143,215 Cars in China Over Power Steering Fault

BMW’s Chinese joint venture will recall over 143,000 5 Series vehicles built between 2009 and 2012 due to electric power steering concerns, according to China’s quality regulator.

Chrysler Recalls 2013 Ram 1500 4x4 for Stability Control Fault

Chrysler has issued a recall for certain 2013 Ram 1500 4x4 trucks due to a software issue that could disable the Electronic Stability Control system at start-up.

Mitsubishi recalls 3,181 Outlander Sport SUVs over panoramic roof fitting

Mitsubishi is recalling over 3,000 Outlander Sport SUVs built between August 2010 and March 2011 to address a fault with the installation of their panoramic glass roofs.

Hyundai and Kia Pass 50 Million Global Sales Mark

Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors have surpassed 50 million vehicles sold worldwide, with the milestone reached as shipments of Avante, i30 and Tucson ix models left for the US in early 2013.

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalled in US for brake, fuel and shift lever faults

Mitsubishi has issued three recalls for the 2013 Outlander Sport in the United States, covering over 4,500 vehicles with brake light, fuel system and shift lever defects.

Ford Recalls Taurus, Explorer and Lincoln MKS Over Fuel Tank Safety

Ford is recalling over 3,000 Taurus, Explorer and Lincoln MKS vehicles in the US to address a fuel tank defect that could increase fire risk after a collision.

Mitsubishi urges EV and hybrid owners to halt charging after battery incidents

Mitsubishi has asked 4,000 owners of its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to stop charging their cars while it investigates two battery overheating incidents linked to its supplier.

BMW recalls over 30,000 X5 SUVs in US for brake defect

BMW is recalling more than 30,000 V8-powered X5 SUVs from model years 2007 to 2010 in the United States due to a brake vacuum line oil leak that can reduce braking assistance.

Renault Recalls Over 61,000 Koleos SUVs in China for Fuel Sensor Fault

Renault has announced a recall of 61,508 Koleos SUVs exported to China, citing faulty fuel level sensors that could mislead drivers about remaining fuel.

Mitsubishi recalls 14,700 electric vehicles globally for brake pump fault

Mitsubishi has issued a worldwide recall of i-MiEV and MINICAB-MiEV electric vehicles, citing a brake booster pump issue affecting nearly 15,000 units.

Ford CEO Alan Mulally addresses Escape recall setbacks

Alan Mulally expressed disappointment over four recalls of the 2013 Escape, citing technical and manufacturing challenges as Ford ramped up production and introduced new engine technology.

Lamborghini Recalls 144 Aventadors in US Over Headlight Adjustment Fault

Lamborghini has issued a recall for 144 Aventador supercars in the US due to a headlight assembly flaw that prevents proper vertical adjustment, affecting 2012 models.

Consumer Reports Flags Lexus ES and GS Boot Release Handles for Safety Risk

Consumer Reports found that the emergency trunk release handles in 2013 Lexus ES and GS saloons can snap off, raising the risk of someone becoming trapped inside.

Nissan Recalls 2,417 Frontier, Pathfinder and Xterra Models for Wheel Hub Defect

Nissan has issued a recall for certain 2012 Frontier, Pathfinder and Xterra two-wheel drive vehicles due to potentially defective front wheel hubs that could crack and fail.

Ford Orders Third Recall of 2013 Escape Over Engine Fire Risk

Ford has recalled 7,600 Escape SUVs with 1.6-litre engines built between October 2011 and August 2012 due to a new fire hazard linked to an engine component.

GM recalls 249,260 SUVs in US over fire risk from door module fault

Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Isuzu and Saab SUVs from 2006 and 2007 are being recalled in the US after a fault in the driver’s door module was linked to a fire risk.

Fisker Karma Recalled After Cooling Fan Fire Prompts Safety Action

Fisker Automotive is recalling around 2,400 Karma saloons to replace a faulty cooling fan unit after a fire incident in California was traced to the component.

GM recalls over 10,000 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans for fuel pipe corrosion risk

General Motors will recall 10,315 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans from the 2003 and 2004 model years in cold-weather US states and Canada due to a corroded fuel pipe that could increase fire risk.

Ford recalls over 420,000 Escape SUVs for throttle risk

Ford is recalling 423,634 Escape SUVs from model years 2001 to 2004 in the US to address a defect that can cause the throttle to stick, posing a crash hazard.

Volkswagen recalls 46 units of 2012 Beetle for tyre compliance issue

A factory error led to 46 examples of the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle being fitted with summer tyres that do not meet US federal safety standards, prompting a recall beginning September 2012.

Chevrolet Recalls Nearly 500,000 Cruze Cars Over Engine Fire Risk

General Motors is recalling 475,418 Chevrolet Cruze models from 2011 and 2012 in North America, Canada and Israel after reports of engine fires prompted safety concerns.

Lamborghini Miura destroyed by fire on US street

A rare Lamborghini Miura was engulfed in flames on a public road in the United States, causing extensive damage to the classic supercar but reportedly leaving its driver unharmed.

Dacia Recalls 3,818 Duster SUVs in Romania Over Rear Brake Issue

Dacia has issued a recall for 3,818 Duster SUVs in Romania after identifying a risk of rear brake line fracture in snowy conditions, with repairs offered free of charge.