Recalls
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Volvo is recalling some 300 model year 2013 S80 sedans and XC70 wagons to correct a software error in the Central Electronic Module relating to the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). As delivered, the cars will display a “TPMS Service Required” message after some 15 minutes of driving at speeds above 25 miles per hour, whether or not a legitimate fault in the system actually exists. The software error further prevents the TPMS from alerting a driver to an actual under-inflated tire on the vehicle. While no accidents or injuries relating to this defect have been reported...
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Buick Rainier And Saab 9-7X Recalled
General Motors has announced a wide-ranging recall on certain SUV models from the 2006 and 2007 model years. The vehicles affected by the recall include the Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL from the 2006 model year, and the Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, Isuzu Ascender...
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Fisker Karma Fire Caused By Faulty Cooling Fan, Voluntary Recall Issued
A recent incident involving a Fisker Karma that caught fire while parked on a roadside in Woodside, CA, has been discovered to have been caused by a faulty cooling fan. The fire, which took place on August 10, is the second time that a Fisker Karma has caught alight, though the reasons surrounding...
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2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Recalled To Prevent Airbag Hazard
Mercedes-Benz is recalling the vehicle due to fears part of the dash might break off and become a projectile when the airbags are launched.
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2012-13 Mercedes M-Class Floor Mats Recalled For Pedal Entrapment Risk
Mercedes-Benz has announced the recall of 8,675 pairs of floor mats for M-Class vehicles from model years 2012 and 2013. While there is no defect with the vehicle itself, customers who have purchased Mercedes-Benz all-season rubber floor mats may experience pedal entrapment of the accelerator...
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18,000 2010 Lexus HS 250h Sedans Recalled For Suspension Failure Risk
The 2010 Lexus HS 250h is being recalled to fix a suspension arm that might rust and fail.
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The 2013 Acura ILX is being recalled together with the 2012 Honda CR-V.
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2014 E Class, 2013 Lexus LS, 2013 Audi RS 5: Car News Headlines
We have the latest spy images of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E Class Coupe facelift for your consideration, and from what we can see, the facelift will be minor. Lexus has released the first 2013 LS teaser image, and the proportions are looking good. We'll have to wait for the details to call it a win...
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2014 Range Rover Spied, Top Gear USA Returns, De Villota Crash Report: Car News Headlines
The 2014 Land Rover Range Rover has been spied in testing, and it looks pretty sharp--though we're not entirely sure the proportions are working. The funky camouflage looks like an aftermarket paint job, though. Top Gear USA is on its way back next month, kicking off its third season on August 14...
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Porsche Issues Recall On Cayenne And Panamera Turbo Models
Porsche has issued a recall on the range-topping Turbo models from its Cayenne and Panamera lines, explaining that the turbine wheels from the turbocharging system featured in the cars may fracture under certain conditions. The recall affects all Cayenne Turbo models from the 2012 model year and...
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2011-2013 Volvo S80 Recalled For Faulty Transmission
Volvo has issued a recall on its aging sedan flagship, the S80, due to a potential fault with the car’s automatic transmission. The recall is for Volvo S80 sedans from the 2011 to 2013 model years, of which there are some 1,469 examples affected. According to Volvo a software error may...
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BMW Recalls ActiveE Electric And Z4 For Power Steering Issue
A potential fault with the power steering system could mean owners lose the power assistance of their car's steering.
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Volkswagen is recalling some 13,172 model year 2012 Audi Q5 crossovers, built between June 21, 2011 and December 9, 2011. At issue is a front sunroof glass panel that may not have been manufactured to specifications, and can shatter in extremely cold temperatures. While no accidents or injuries relating to this defect have been reported to date, falling glass could injure driver or passenger and increase the likelihood of a distraction-related crash if failure occurs as the vehicle is being driven. Audi was able to replicate the sunroof breakage in a limited number of samples tested under...
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2012-13 BMW X5 And X6 Models Recalled For Power Steering Fluid Leak
BMW has announced the recall of certain 2012 model year X5 Diesel SUVs, as well the recall of certain 2013 X5 and X6 models. All were built between April 20, 2012 and May 29, 2012, and BMW estimates that 2,642 vehicles are affected by this voluntary recall. At issue is the machining of the steering...
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2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz E350 4MATIC Wagon Recalled
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall on certain versions of its E350 4MATIC Wagon due to a potential issue involving the affected cars’ rear suspension. The recall only affects 2007 to 2009 E350 4MATIC Wagons built from July 1, 2006, through to April 30, 2009. There are approximately 3,613...
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2013 Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ Recalled For Owner's Manual Error
If you’re lucky enough to own either a new Scion FR-S or Subaru BRZ sport coupe, here’s a heads up - both cars are being recalled, but not for a manufacturing defect or safety defect on the car itself. Instead, early versions of the printed owners manual contain incorrect information on...
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Fisker Recalls A Few More Karmas Due To Previous Hose Clamp Issue
A handful of 2012 Fisker Karmas have been recalled due to incorrectly installed hose clamps, the same problem that led to a recall of the car in December, 2011.
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2013 Shelby GT500, 2013 Lexus GS Recall, Carroll Shelby: Today's Car News
We drove the 662-horsepower 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 and found it to be the American supercar for the 99 percent. However, it seems to be missing some mojo. While it is brutally fast, it doesn't feel brutal while driving it. It almost feels tame around town, though there's no hiding its...
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Lexus has issued a recall on its latest 2013 GS 350 F Sport sedan due to a known-issue concerning one of the car’s multiple ECUs, which could lead to problems with the steering. Only around 650 models are affected by the latest recall, all of them 2013 models equipped with rear-wheel drive. According to Lexus, the ECU controlling the Variable Gear Ratio Steering system on the affected cars could cause the steering wheel to become off-centered when restarting the vehicle immediately after the vehicle is parked with the steering wheel turned. Owners of the cars affected by the recall will...
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2007-08 Acura TL Models Recalled For Leaky Power Steering Hose
Acura has issued a voluntarily recall on all 2007 and 2008 TL sedans due to a potential fluid leak caused by worn out power steering hoses. Acura says there are some 52,615 cars affected by the recall in the U.S. alone. According to the automaker the power steering hoses on the affected cars may...
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Ferrari Recalling 2012 California And 458 Italia Models
If you've recently purchased a 2012 Ferrari California or a 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia in the United States, heads up: Ferrari is issuing a voluntary recall for 35 California and 45 458 Italia models. At issue is a potential crankshaft manufacturing defect, which could cause vibration ultimately...
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Ford Recalls Expedition, F-150, Mustang And Lincoln Navigator
Ford has issued a wide-ranging recall on some of its top models due to transmission and light calibrations that don’t quite meet up with federal standards and may not function properly. The affected models are the F-150 pickup truck, Mustang sports car and the Ford Expedition/Lincoln...
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2012 BMW 3-Series Models Recalled For Head Restraint Issue
BMW is recalling 7,600 new 3-Series models to correct a potential defect with the front seat headrests.
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2011-12 Chrysler 300 And Dodge Charger Recalled
Chrysler has issued a recall on its Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 sedans from the 2011 and 2012 model years due to a potential brake overheating issue. According to Chrysler, performance of the electronic stability control (ESC) and anti-lock braking system (ABS) on the aforementioned models may...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran