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Mercedes accused of using defeat devices, faced recalls in Germany

Mercedes accused of using defeat devices, faced recalls in Germany

A leaked letter sheds light on the continuing Dieselgate saga.
By Anthony Alaniz 16 September 2023
Nissan Leaf to be recalled for unintended acceleration, possible power loss

Nissan Leaf to be recalled for unintended acceleration, possible power loss

Globally, the Japanese automaker will recall 1.38 million vehicles.
By Brian Potter 18 July 2023
2023 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport joins lonely list of one-car recalls

2023 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport joins lonely list of one-car recalls

It has the wrong wheels.
By Brian Potter 15 June 2023
Jaguar I-Pace recalled due to potential battery fire risk

Jaguar I-Pace recalled due to potential battery fire risk

An over-the-air software update should do the trick in most cases, but I-Pace owners will have to visit a dealer to get the update.
By Brian Potter 02 June 2023
Tesla identified as most recalled car brand, Mercedes & Toyota least

Tesla identified as most recalled car brand, Mercedes & Toyota least

The average car is expected to be recalled about four times over its life cycle, and the Tesla Model Y is expected to have 62 recalls.
By Brian Potter 19 April 2023
Porsche Carrera GT recalled for suspension components that could break

Porsche Carrera GT recalled for suspension components that could break

Joints on the wishbone suspension could be susceptible to wear and corrosion over time.
By Brian Potter 11 April 2023
Land Rover recalls just one Range Rover for engine fire risk

Land Rover recalls just one Range Rover for engine fire risk

One other Land Rover also has this problem, but it's abroad.
By Brian Potter 06 April 2023
Tesla recalls 362,758 vehicles because Full Self-Drive

Tesla recalls 362,758 vehicles because Full Self-Drive "may cause crash"

The recall covers all versions of Tesla's FSD Beta software used on its full model lineup.
By Brian Potter 17 February 2023
Nissan recalls almost 65,000 Leaf EVs due to error in driver's manual

Nissan recalls almost 65,000 Leaf EVs due to error in driver's manual

The manual contained instructions that could lead to decreased defroster performance.
By Brian Potter 13 February 2023
Volkswagen recalls 21,000 ID.4s because they might stall while driving

Volkswagen recalls 21,000 ID.4s because they might stall while driving

Software updates to the high-voltage battery management unit and pulse inverter control unit are needed.
By Brian Potter 08 February 2023
Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV recalled for potential fire issue

Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV recalled for potential fire issue

In a small number of vehicles, a 12-volt battery cable could become worn and short-circuit, which could cause a fire.
By Brian Potter 10 January 2023
McLaren Artura already recalled due to risk of fuel leak causing fire

McLaren Artura already recalled due to risk of fuel leak causing fire

There are 164 potentially affected supercars.
By Brian Potter 24 December 2022
Lamborghini Countach recalled because glass engine cover could fly off

Lamborghini Countach recalled because glass engine cover could fly off

A total of nine cars are affected.
By Brian Potter 24 November 2022
Tesla

Tesla "recalls" 40,000 Model S and Model X for power steering issue

Tesla claims it has already fixed 97 percent of the recalled vehicles via an over-the-air software update.
By Brian Potter 10 November 2022
Tesla Cyberquad for kids recalled for safety violations

Tesla Cyberquad for kids recalled for safety violations

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission says there's no remedy, recommends owners not to ride it again and ask for a full refund.
By Brian Potter 28 October 2022
Elon Musk says NHTSA needs to stop calling OTA updates recalls

Elon Musk says NHTSA needs to stop calling OTA updates recalls

Tesla's CEO has labelled the NHTSA's terminology as "outdated and inaccurate."
By Dan Mihalascu 24 September 2022
Tesla recalls 1.09m vehicles for windows that could pinch occupants

Tesla recalls 1.09m vehicles for windows that could pinch occupants

An over-the-air software update fixes the problem.
By Brian Potter 23 September 2022
Nissan issues stop-sale order for Z sports car with automatic trans

Nissan issues stop-sale order for Z sports car with automatic trans

There's a potential rollaway risk.
By Brian Potter 22 September 2022
Toyota initial settlement over defective fuel pumps reaches $150M

Toyota initial settlement over defective fuel pumps reaches $150M

The fuel pump recalls affected 5.8 million cars worldwide.
By Brian Potter 12 September 2022
Mercedes recalls ~8,000 electric EQE and EQS worldwide

Mercedes recalls ~8,000 electric EQE and EQS worldwide

It appears that the threads on some towing devices may not allow screws to enter deeply enough.
By Brian Potter 17 August 2022
Even Ferrari owners have to get their car's Takata airbag replaced

Even Ferrari owners have to get their car's Takata airbag replaced

The vehicles require a new passenger side inflator.
By Brian Potter 08 August 2022
BMW recalls 83 i4 and iX electric vehicles over battery fire risk

BMW recalls 83 i4 and iX electric vehicles over battery fire risk

Owners of affected vehicles told not to drive or charge their cars; instructed to park them "away from any buildings."
By Brian Potter 02 August 2022
Report: Porsche recalls over 40,000 Taycans

Report: Porsche recalls over 40,000 Taycans

A global recall is related to the wiring harness of the driver’s and passenger’s seats.
By Brian Potter 27 July 2022
Germany recalls Tesla Model Y and Model 3 over eCall software glitch

Germany recalls Tesla Model Y and Model 3 over eCall software glitch

Germany's road traffic agency said over 59,000 Model Ys and Model 3s globally have a flaw in the automatic emergency call system.
By Brian Potter 05 July 2022
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