Recalls

GM Recalls Top 18 Million Vehicles in 2014 Amid Safety Crisis

General Motors issued nearly 30 recalls covering more than 18 million vehicles by late May 2014, as the ignition switch scandal drove a wave of safety actions across its brands.

Family of GM Recall Crash Victim Accuses Company of Concealing Evidence

The parents of Brooke Melton, who died in a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt crash, allege General Motors hid critical information about the faulty ignition switch.

Cadillac Recalls 2013 SRX for Transmission Control Module Fault

General Motors is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac SRX crossovers with 3.6-litre engines to address a lag in acceleration caused by TCM programming.

BMW recalls 156,000 US vehicles over possible engine bolt fault

BMW has issued a recall for 156,137 vehicles in the United States to inspect and, if necessary, replace bolts in the variable camshaft timing unit, affecting key six-cylinder models built between 2010 and 2012.

US Safety Group Calls for NHTSA Investigation into Chevy Impala Airbags

The Center for Auto Safety has urged US regulators to investigate potential airbag failures in Chevrolet Impalas from model years 2003 to 2010, following reports of fatal non-deployments.

GM recalls 1.3 million US vehicles for power steering fault

General Motors has announced a recall of 1.3 million cars in the United States due to potential electric power steering failures, bringing its total recalls in March 2014 to around six million units.

US prosecutors move toward criminal probe of GM over ignition switch recall

Federal prosecutors in New York are examining whether General Motors could face criminal charges for its delayed response to a deadly ignition switch defect linked to at least 13 deaths.

GM Faces Reputation Risk as Ignition Switch Recall Widens

General Motors’ recall of 1.6 million vehicles over a faulty ignition switch has triggered a US federal probe and could expose the company to substantial fines and lawsuits.

Acura recalls 7,387 RLX saloons in US for rear suspension bolt fault

Owners of 2014 Acura RLX models in the US are being asked to return their cars to dealers after the discovery of improperly tightened rear suspension bolts that could increase crash risk.

Tesla Owner Stands by Brand After Tennessee Model S Fire

After a Model S fire in Tennessee, the car’s owner has publicly defended Tesla, even as US safety regulators begin a preliminary investigation into the incident.

BMW recalls 176,000 cars worldwide for power brake defect

BMW has issued a global recall for 176,000 petrol four-cylinder models from 2012 to 2014 after identifying a risk of power brake failure due to vacuum pump lubrication issues.

US Auto Safety Investigations Face Suspension as NHTSA Prepares for Government Shutdown

Hundreds of NHTSA staff risk furlough as the agency warns it will halt defect probes, recall notifications and safety research if Congress fails to approve funding.

Dongfeng Honda to Recall Over 400,000 CR-Vs in China for Shock Absorber Defect

Dongfeng Honda will recall 408,069 CR-V SUVs built between March 2010 and August 2012 in China to address a potential piston rod fault in the shock absorbers.

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.

Chrysler recalls over 4,200 Dodge Vipers for airbag fault

Chrysler has issued a global recall for more than 4,200 Dodge Vipers from the 2003 and 2004 model years due to a risk of unintended airbag deployment.

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.