Batteries Are Investigated After Several Fires were Allegedly Caused by Volt Vehicles
According to various news sources, an extensive investigation has begun because different reports of fires involving some of the batteries in the Chevrolet Volt vehicles have surfaced. The lithium-ion batteries have been allegedly involved in several fires. A recent crash test run by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has exposed the same issue. After… read more
Chrysler Issues Recall For 2012 Fiat 500 and Dodge Journey
According to various news sources, Fiat and Dodge are issuing recalls due to the bad brake fluids present in some of their vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has recalled the 2012 Fiat 500 and the Dodge Journey after the Chrysler Motor Corp. was known to have manufactured vehicles with contaminated brake fluid. This… read more
Recall Issued For 2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon Pickup Trucks
According to the early reports from the Consumer Reports website, GM has issued a recall of the 2012 Chevrolet Colorado and the GMC Canyon pickup trucks. According to the many news articles covering the news, the recall is due to an issue with the electronics behind the seat belts in both models. The National Highway… read more
Distracted Drivers To Be Educated By The “Operation Hang Up” In the State of New York
The various news sources that announced the creation of New York State Police’s “Operation Hang Up”, also claimed that this effort will focus on drivers who are prone to use their cell phones while driving. According to the authorities, during the Thanksgiving holiday, the enforcement will be even harder on sending a clear message to… read more
Chevrolet Express Issues a Recall for 2012 GMC Savana Vans due to Faulty Air Bags
According to the news and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Chevrolet has issued a recall alert for about 1,798 2012 GMC Savana vans. The article stated that the main issue behind the recall is the fact that the dual-stage air bags may end up not inflating properly nor promptly in the case of a… read more
Recall Issued For Hino Commercial Trucks
Recent News articles have exposed that commercial trucks manufactured by Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., INC. are being recalled due to a possible axle assembly malfunction that can cause severe accidents. According to the manufacturer, the model 2012 of the various Hino ND8J, NE8J, NJ8J and NV8J commercial trucks all produced from July through September 2011,… read more
Infiniti G37 and Nissan 370Z are being recalled due to faulty power windows
According to the morning news, the Nissan carmaker company is issuing a recall for 370Z sports vehicles and Infiniti G37 coupe. The 2011 models of both vehicles have demonstrated a possible issue with the programming of the power windows and their electronic components. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported earlier that Nissan cars… read more
Saturn Aura Under Investigation Due Transmission Issues
According to news from the consumer reports, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration known as NHTSA is investigating complaints regarding the Saturn Aura and its transmission. Engineers for the agency are looking into the numerous complaints stating that the vehicle fails to remain stopped when the driver selects the “Park” option. Issues with Aura’s transmission… read more
Chevy Volt Being Tested By the NHTSA
According to recent news, the electric charger of the Chevy Volt is under alleged investigation due to a recent house fire possibly caused by the car’s battery overheating. The issue, according to authorities, lies in the lithium ion batteries. The reports stated that while during their own crash test, the battery presented a certain fire… read more
38,444 Pontiac G8 Vehicles recalled due to Airbag Flaw
According to recent news sources, a discontinued vehicle produced by General Motors Co. is being recalled due to issues related to ill-timed airbag deployment. The recall was made necessary for 2008 and 2009 38,444 Pontiac G8 cars after the manufacturers noticed the alleged airbag flaw. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, GM stated… read more
Festival will focus on Child Safety
According to various news sources, the event on Saturday will focus on prevention and safety regarding awareness for children and their health. The event, which is called Child Safety Day, will be fully sponsored by an insurance company and will be held during a three-hour long period. According to the articles, representatives from the California… read more
Recall Issued for GM’s Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain.
According to several news sources, GM has issued a recall of the 2012 GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox. Reports show that an issue with the tire pressure monitoring system has made a recall of the small SUVs necessary. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has ruled the vehicle’s system not up to federal standards. The… read more
