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GM Recalls 1.3 million Cars For Power Steering Problem
General Motors announced it would recall 1.3 million Chevrolet Cobalts and Pontiac G5s built between 2005 and 2010. GM will replace the motors on their electric power assisted steering (EPAS). Reportedly, overtime the motors can fail and lead to a loss of power steering.
When the EPAS fails, the result is similar to a belt breaking on a hydraulic power steering pump. The car is still drivable and controllable, but the steering effort at low speeds rises significantly, making it difficult to maneuver. At higher speeds, relatively little steering assist is needed and drivers should be able to make it safely to the side of the road if the warning lamp comes on.
Volvo Recalls Over 140K 2001-2005 and 2010 Vehicles
Two different recalls have been announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association. Both recalls are due to the fuel system problems that could effect more than 140,000 vehicles.
The first recall is for 2001-2005 S60, S80, V70, XC70, and XC90 vehicles sold and operated in warmer climates. According to NHTSA, the fuel pump can develop cracks when exposed to hot temperatures, causing a flange to leak fuel which in turn may result in a vehicle fire. Owners are instructed to bring their vehicles into the dealer for inspection. If the part is defective, Volvo will replaced it with new flange at no charge.
The second recall is for 2010 XC60 vehicles. According to NHTSA, a fuel line rail cover may be improperly attached, thus exposing the lines to damage. The damaged line may leak, which may result in vehicle fire. Owners of these models should bring their vehicles to the dealer for inspection and/or a repair at no charge.
The recalls are scheduled to begin in January 2010.
Owners may contact NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for more information or visit or call their local dealer. For more detailed information please read the announcement below.
Mitsubishi Recalls Almost 30k 2008-2009 Lancer and Lancer EVO Models
NHTSA has announced that Mitsubishi is recalling up to 29,353 2008-2009 Lancer and Lancer Evolution models over a potential corrosion of the front impact airbag sensor problem. The concern is that long-term exposure to a mixture of melted snow and salt on the road may cause the wintery mixture to adhere to the front impact sensor and lead to corrosion over time. In the event of an accident or collision, a damaged sensor may short-circuit and delay airbag deployment possibly causing driver or passenger injury. The recall right now is limited to states where heavy road salt is used in the winter.
Mitsubishi dealers have been instructed to replace the airbag sensors with a redesigned model with improved corrosion resistance. The safety recall is scheduled to begin November 27, 2009, but owners may contact Mitsubishi Customer Relations at 888-648-7820 for more information
Please read a complete press release below.
GM Recalling 53,000 Chevy, Saturn, and Pontiac Models
GM is recalling 53,000 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5 and Saturn Ion models for a potential fuel leak problem, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports. The problem involves 2006 Cobalt and Ion model models sold or registered in Arizona and Nevada and 2007 Cobalt, G5 and Ion models sold or registered in Arizona, California, Texas, Florida and Nevada.
The plastic supply or return line on the cars’ modular reservoir assembly may crack, potentially leading to a fuel leak that could cause fire. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module on the affected vehicles for free. If you have questions and concerns, you can call 1-800-630-2438 (Cobalt), 1-800-972-8876 (Ion) or 1-800-620-7668 (G5). Read the official press release below.
Nissan recalls 163,000+ 2008-2009 Rogue Vehicles
Yesterday we have reported that Nissan has recalled 2009-2010 Altimas, and today, we bring you more news from Nissam on an even larger safety problem that impacting its Rogue vehicles. Nissan is recalling 163,659 2008 and 2009 model year Rogue crossovers due to a very serious issue involving the steering gear housing cover. The NHTS Administration is reporting that a screw could loosen, potentially causing a very big issue with steering response, which in turn can result in total loss of steering.
Rogue owners will be contacted by Nissan to have the repair scheduled at the local Nissan dealer. The dealers will re-tighten the screw and install a cover plate to prevent the screw from loosening in the future. If you dont hear anything from nissan by Mid November, and are currently experiencing steering issues you should stop by the local dealer as soon as possible.
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Nissan Recalls 26,000+ 2009-2010 Altima and Maxima Models
Nissan is recalling 2009 and 2010 Nissan Altima and Maxima over a suspension issue. The problem is the upper front strut insulators on some cars may crack. Nissan is notifying all the owners this month and the mentiones taht all the repairs will be taken care of by the dealers. If you have a car that fits this specification and have not recieved a nitice yet, contact your dealer to get your car inspected and repaired.
PRESS RELEASE
Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):
NISSAN / ALTIMA 2009-2010
NISSAN / MAXIMA 2009-2010
Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Mfr’s Report Date: SEP 10, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V358000
Component: SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected: 26398
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Ford Recalls 4.5 million Vehicles
Ford has been having the issue with leaking cruise control switches in certain vehicles for years. As of 2008, it had recalled some 9.6 million vehicles to repair a faulty TI (Texas Instruments) cruise-control deactivation switch, and after an NHTSA investigation, 4.5 million more Ford and Mercury vehicles have been added to the recall.
The latest recall covers these vehicles:
1992-2003 Ford Econoline
2000-2003 Ford Excursion
1995-2002 Ford Explorer
1993-1997, 1999-2003 Ford F-Series Super Duty
1994 Ford F-53 chassis
1995-1997, 2001-2003 Ford Ranger
1995-2003 Ford Windstar
1995-2002 Mercury Mountaineer
According to NHTSA, the switch can leak and overheat, which can lead to smoking and, in some cases, fire. The Detroit News notes that the switches have been faulted in more than 550 fires, some of which led to fatalities. A Ford statement declared, “Aside from the Windstar, the additional vehicles addressed in this action have different system parameters and do not pose an unreasonable risk to safety. Ford is taking this action on all of these vehicles to address possible customer waries.
The recall begins on October 26. Anyone with an affected vehicle can take it to a Ford dealer and have the switch repaired with a fused harness. Owners can get more information directly from NHTSA by calling the government agency’s hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Source: The Detroit News
Toyota to Recall 3.8M Vehicles Over Accelerator Pedal Clearance
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration has issued a safety alert to Toyota and Lexus owners particularly on the following models:
- 2007-2010 Camry
- 2005-2010 Avalon
- 2004-2009 Prius
- 2005-2010 Tacoma
- 2007-2010 Tundra
- 2007-2010 ES 350
- 2006-2010 IS 250 and IS350
A full recall of approximately 3.8 million vehicles will soon be made. The issue involves a problem with floor mats in certain models that have caused the accelerator pedal to get stuck in an open throttle position. There seem to be clearance issues with these floor mats and the accelerator pedals, as well as issues required to shut off vehicles with keyless ignitions. Toyota and NHTSA is warning owners to remove the mats immediately and not replace them with mats from Toyota or any other brand!
This will be the Toyota’s largest ever recall in the U.S. as soon as they figure out the solution. In the mean time, if you own one of the above mentioned vehicles, be smart and remove the driver-side floor mat.
Nissan Recalling 26,000 2009-2010 Altimas and Maximas
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall for 2009 and 2010 Nissan Altima and Maxima models to correct the problem with faulty suspension components that may contribute to an accident. This recall involves up to 26,398 vehicles. The component that may cause this issue has been identified as the upper front strut insulators. The poor design insulators may crack; allowing the struts to move and get miss positioned which in turn can cause vehicle instability and potentially lead to a crash.
Nissan dealerships will rectify this problem at no charge to the customers. Theofficial recall campaign begins October 5, but consumers may contact Nissan at 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261), or the NHTSA’s Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) for further information.
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 LANCER EVOLUTION, RALLIART, AND SPORTBACK
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration has issued a recall on 6,903 Lancer Evolution, Ralliart, and Sportback Ralliart vehicles equipped with 2.0-liter turbocharged engines that are made between model year 2008 - 2009. According to the report, that operating the engine at certain speeds over a period of time may cause vibrations that could lead to a stress crack in the fuel pipe that could result in fuel leakage that could cause a fire.
Dealers will be instructed to replace the fuel pipe with a new component and add two new additional attachment brackets to decrease the vibration effect. All of this work will be performed free of charge. Owners of the recalled Mitsubishi vehicles may contact the manufacturer at 1-888-648-7820, or contact the NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236.
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