Toyota recalls brand Lexus crossovers with faulty headrests

Toyota recalls brand Lexus crossovers with faulty headrests

July 25, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Plano, TX – July 25, 2024 – Toyota, (NYSE:TM), which owns the Lexus brand, is recalling 11,418 crossovers whose headrests may inadvertently be pulled out.

This reduces the level of occupant protection in a crash, upping the risk of injury. 

The following vehicles are affected by this recall: 

  • 2024 – 2025 Lexus NX Hybrid
  • 2024 – 2025 Lexus NX
  • 2024 Lexus RX Hybrid
  • 2024 Lexus RX

Recall summary

The headrests in the listed vehicles can normally be removed while pressing the “lock release button.”

However, due to the supplier error, the driver and front passenger headrests can be taken off even when the button is not pressed. 

Recall risks

The occupant seated in a seat without a headrest is more likely to sustain injuries in a rear-end collision. 

Other Toyota recalls

In January 2024, Toyota recalled nearly a million vehicles, including certain Lexus models, whose airbags would not deploy in a crash. 

In May 2024, the Japanese carmaker recalled over 55,000 Prius hybrids whose doors could open unexpectedly, as reported.

The repair

Dealers will replace both front headrests free of charge.  

Owners should receive notifications between July 27, 2024, and August 26, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Toyota headrest recall affects more than 11,000 Lexus crossovers. To do a Toyota recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can use the same tool to do a Lexus recall check.

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Nissan recalls Infiniti cars over loss of motive power

Nissan recalls Infiniti cars over loss of motive power  

July 23, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Franklin, TN – July 23, 2024 – Nissan, (OTCMKTS:NSANY), which owns the Infiniti brand, is recalling 7,222 sedans and SUVs that may lose motive power. This ups the risk of a crash and injury, especially in fast-moving traffic. 

This recall affects the following models: 

  • 2012 – 2013 Infiniti M35 Hybrid
  • 2011 – 2013 Infiniti M56
  • 2014 – 2018 Infiniti Q50
  • 2014 – 2019 Infiniti Q70 Hybrid 
  • 2014 – 2018 Infiniti Q70
  • 2015 – 2019 Infiniti Q70L

Recall summary

A vehicle is propelled forward thanks to the driveshaft which delivers power to the wheels.

Due to a supplier error, the driveshaft in the affected vehicles may not withstand the load and break.

Recall risks

With no power delivered to the wheels, the vehicle may stall, upping the risk of getting hit from behind.

In addition, if the car is parked on the incline without the parking brake applied, it may roll away.  

Other Nissan recalls

In May 2024, Nissan recalled close to 10,000 Sentras because of a similar issue, as reported.

In March 2024, over 12,000 Nissan and Infiniti SUVs were recalled because of seat belts that were not set up to “properly restrain” the driver in an accident, also as reported.

The repair

The dealers will replace the driveshaft free of charge.  

The owners should receive notifications starting from August 12, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Nissan Infiniti stall recall affects more than 70,000 SUVs and sedans. To do a Nissan recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Volkswagen recalls vehicles over insufficient rearview visibility

Volkswagen recalls vehicles over insufficient rearview visibility  

July 18, 2024 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – July 18, 2024 – Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) is recalling 84,432 sports cars and SUVs whose rearview cameras may not show an image. This limits visibility while backing up and increases the risk of a crash and injury.

The recall comes on the back of hundreds of warranty claims and affects the following vehicles:

  • 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
  • 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 
  • 2022 – 2024 Volkswagen Golf R
  • 2022 – 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Recall summary

Due to a software error, the rearview camera image in the affected vehicles may be delayed or not show up at all, limiting visibility while backing up.  

Recall risks

Limited rearview visibility ups the risk of a backover crash and property damage.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the heels of nearly 500 warranty claims. No injuries or crashes have been reported.

Other Volkswagen recalls

Malfunctioning instrument clusters and central displays were the cause of a recent Volkswagen ID.4 recall, as reported.

I.D4 cars were also at the heart of a December recall because of their flammable sunshades, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will update the vehicles’ software free of charge.

The owners should receive notifications on August 23, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Almost 85,000 hatchbacks and SUVs are affected by this Volkswagen rearview camera recall. To do a Volkswagen recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Toyota recalls SUVs whose airbags may not deploy correctly

Toyota recalls SUVs whose airbags may not deploy correctly 

July 15, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Plano, TX – July 15, 2024 – Toyota (NYSE:TM), which owns the Lexus brand, is recalling 145,254 SUVs whose side airbags may not deploy as intended in a crash, upping the risk of injury. 

This recall affects the following models:

  • 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander
  • 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
  • 2024 Lexus TX350
  • 2024 Lexus TX500 Hybrid

Recall summary

All listed SUVs are equipped with side airbags, which deploy in a crash to form a protective cushion between the occupants and the car’s doors and pillars.

Due to a supplier error, the airbag may partially deploy outside the window if the said window is rolled down. 

Recall risks

An incorrectly deployed airbag will not provide sufficient protection, augmenting the risk of injury.

Background of the recall

The airbags in question were designed by Swedish-American supplier Autoliv, which was also behind large-scale recalls related to faulty seat belts and unsecured child seats.

Other Toyota recalls

Issues with airbag deployment were the cause of another large Toyota airbag recall, which took place in January 2024, as reported.

Separately, Toyota Prius hybrids were recalled in May 2024 because their doors would open unexpectedly, also as reported.

The repair

The manufacturer is currently working on a solution to this problem. Once the repair is available, it will be free of charge. 

The owners should receive notifications between August 5, 2024, and August 19, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Toyota airbag recall affects nearly 150,000 Toyota and Lexus SUVs. To do a Toyota recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can use the same tool to do a Lexus recall check.

 

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GM recalls new Cadillacs over faulty instrument panels

GM recalls new Cadillacs over faulty instrument panels

July 9, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI – July 8, 2024 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Cadillac brand, is recalling 6,746 SUVs whose driver information displays may fail to show when critical indicators – such as turn signals – are turned on. The defect may confuse other road users and increase the risk of a crash.

The recall comes on the back of hundreds of driver complaints and affects the following vehicles:

  • 2023 – 2025 Cadillac XT5
  • 2024 – 2025 Cadillac XT6

Recall summary

Due to a software error, the indicator lights for turn signals, hazards and high beams may “fail to illuminate” when engaged in the listed vehicles.

Recall risks

With no dashboard indicators to warn them, drivers could accidentally leave the turn signals or hazard lights on, which may confuse other road users. At the same time, incessant high beams may blind oncoming traffic, resulting in a collision.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the back of nearly 200 driver complaints. No injuries or accidents have been reported.

Other Cadillac and GM recalls

A similar issue was the cause of another General Motors recall took place in January 2023 and affected several Cadillac models, as well several GMC and Chevrolet models, as reported.

In February 2024, General Motors recalled over 323,000 Chevy Silverado pickups whose tailgates would open while driving, also as reported.

The repair

Dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge.

The owners should receive notifications on August 5, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Almost 7,000 luxury SUVs are affected by this Cadillac turn signals recall. To do a Cadillac recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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US government investigates Nissan over faulty airbags

US government investigates Nissan over faulty airbags

July 5, 2024 Bojan Popic

Washington, D.C. – July 5, 2024 – The U.S. government’s auto safety regulator is investigating Nissan (OTCMKTS:NSANY) over airbags that may trigger in the absence of an accident. This alleged defect increases the risk of an injury for the occupants of the car.

If the investigation leads to a recall, it could affect 74,702 2015 Nissan Rogue SUVs.  

Investigation summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA), opened an investigation on May 31, following “multiple” reports about side curtain airbags deploying when the car doors are slammed or shut.

Risks

Airbags that deploy inadvertently may injure the occupants. In addition, once triggered, the airbags are not functional anymore, meaning they will not there to provide protection if the car is involved into an accident later.

Other Nissan recalls 

In March 2024, Nissan issued a Nissan Rogue recall due to the cars’ seat belts failing to restraint the occupants in the event of a collision, as reported.

In May 2024, Nissan recalled brand new Sentra sedans over a loss of motive power, also as reported.

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

The issue could lead to a Nissan airbag recall, possibly affecting approximately 75,000 SUVs. To do a Nissan recall check and see if your car is affected, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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US government investigates I.D4 cars whose doors may open while driving

US government investigates I.D4 cars whose doors may open while driving

July 3, 2024 Bojan Popic

Washington, D.C. – July 3, 2024 – The U.S. government’s auto safety regulator is investigating Volkswagen (OTCMKTS:VWAGY) whose car doors may open while driving. This ups the risk of a side collision and could lead to a recall of 51,500 2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 electric cars. 

The affected vehicles were already recalled two separate times but it appears that the remedy was not sufficient.

Investigation summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), opened an investigation on May 16, following 13 complaints of doors opening inadvertently while the vehicle was in motion. Some occupants could not open or close the doors due to inoperable door handles. 

This investigation aims to find out if the repairs carried out during the recalls were sufficient.  

Risks

The defect augments the risk of a side collision.

“Windows covered with water”

One driver complained that the issue escalated from a simple “annoyance” to a “scary safety hazard.” While stopped at the green light, he could not start the car after a door opened on its own and got stuck, preventing him from closing it to get the car going.

Another said that that when she rolled the windows “down then up,” they would be “covered with water.”

Background of the investigation

The door handles on these vehicles were the cause of two previous recalls, one of which took place in May of last year.

Other Volkswagen recalls 

The cars involved in the investigation were recalled in June due to malfunctioning displays, as reported.

In December, Volkswagen recalled I.D4 cars due to sunshades that were deemed flammable, also as reported.

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

If this investigation results in another Volkswagen door handle recall, it could affect approximately 50,000 electric cars. To do a Volkswagen recall check and see if your car is affected by this, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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GM recalls brand new Corvettes whose seat belts may jam

GM recalls brand new Corvettes whose seat belts may jam 

July 1, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Warren, MI – July 1, 2024 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the Chevrolet brand, is recalling 13,464 2024-2025 Chevrolet Corvette sports cars whose occupants may be unable to use seat belts. 

This defect ups the chances of an injury in an accident.    

Recall summary

Because of a supplier error, drivers and passengers may be unable to pull out the seat belt webbing out of its retractor.

Recall risks

The occupants may choose to drive without seat belts, which augments the risk of injury in a crash.  

Safety tips

Drivers may be able to request courtesy transportation. Please contact GM for more details.

Other Chevrolet recalls

In February 2024, GM recalled over 20,000 Chevrolet and Buick sedans whose airbags could rupture during deployment, as reported.

Later that month, GM recalled over 300,000 Chevrolet pickup trucks whose tailgates could open while driving. 

The repair

Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors free of charge. The parts are currently not available.

The owners should receive notifications on July 22, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 13,000 Corvette sports cars are affected by this Corvette seat belt recall. To do a Chevrolet recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Stellantis recalls Dodge Durango SUVs and RAMs over reduced control

Stellantis recalls Dodge Durango SUVs and RAMs over reduced control 

June 28, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – June 28, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Dodge brand, is recalling 211,581 SUVs and pickup trucks whose drivers’ ability to control the car may be limited. The defect augments the risk of loss of control and a crash.

The following vehicles are affected:   

  • 2022 Dodge Durango
  • 2022 RAM 2500
  • 2022 RAM 3500

Recall summary

The Electronic Stability Control system (ESC) is an extension of the anti-lock brakes (ABS) system whose job is to apply brakes to one or more wheels to keep the vehicle on track in slippery conditions or during sudden maneuvers.

Due to a software error, the ABS module may disable the ESC.

Recall risks

With the ESC out of order, the vehicle will be more difficult to control and stop during critical situations, which ups the chances of a crash and injury. 

Warning signs

The defect could trigger a corresponding warning light on the dashboard.  

Safety tips

While driving with a malfunctioning ESC is possible, you should adjust your speed and steering inputs accordingly.  

Other Stellantis recalls

Some of these RAM trucks may have been affected by rearview camera issues, which led to a recall in October 2023. 

Durango owners should be aware of a Dodge recall from March 2023 caused by rear spoilers that could separate from the vehicle while driving. 

The repair

Dealers will update the ABS control module free of charge. 

The owners should receive notifications on July 26, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 210,000 SUVs and pickup trucks are affected by this Dodge ESC recall. To do a Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Kia recalls Telluride SUVs over fire risk, tells owners to park outside

Kia recalls Telluride SUVs over fire risk, tells owners to park outside 

June 20, 2024 Bojan Popic

Irvine, CA – June 20, 2024 – Kia (OTCMKTS:KIMTF) is recalling 462,869 2020-2024 Kia Telluride SUVs over an electrical issue that may result in a fire “while parked or driving.”

This defect increases the risk of crash, injury or property damage.  

This recall is the latest contribution to the long list of Kia and Hyundai fire-related recalls and comes on the back of the “driver seat [catching] on fire while driving.”

Recall summary

The seats in these SUVs are adjusted by electric motors that only come on when the driver engages the seat slide knob. Due to a supplier error, the knob may jam in the ON position, leaving the motors to run continuously.  

Recall risks

A continuously operating electric motor may overheat and burst into flames. The resulting vehicle fire ups the chances of a crash, injury or property damage. 

Warning signs

Besides the inability to adjust the seat, the occupant may notice a burning smell or smoke emerging from underneath it.

Safety tips

Before the repair is done, the manufacturer recommends that drivers park outside and away from structures.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the back of at least six instances of “localized melting of seat tilt motor” and one instance of the driver seat catching fire. No injuries or crashes have been reported.

This recall is the latest edition of the never-ending Kia fire saga which saw it and its sister company Hyundai recall millions of vehicles over the recent years. Both companies are also subject to an ongoing U.S. government investigation, as reported.

Other Kia recalls

Some of these Kia Telluride SUVs may have been affected by an April recall concerning faulty high beams. 

The same vehicles were recalled later that month over the risk of rollaway when parked, as reported.

The repair

Dealers will install an improved slide knob and an additional supporting bracket free of charge. 

The owners should receive notifications between July 30, 2024, and July 31, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Kia seat fire fire recall affects more than 460,00 SUVs. To do a Kia recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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