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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Stellantis to recall over 250,000 US vehicles due to improperly sealed air bag, NHTSA says
Chrysler parent Stellantis is recalling 250,651 vehicles in the U.S. due to an improperly sealed side curtain air bag, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) said on Saturday. The recall affects certain 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles . An air bag with insufficient pressure retention increases the risk of ejection and injury during a crash, NHTSA said, adding that dealers will inspect and replace the side curtain air bags, as necessary free of charge. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Reuters
3 hours ago
- Automotive
- Reuters
Stellantis to recall over 250,000 US vehicles due to improperly sealed air bag, NHTSA says
June 28 (Reuters) - Chrysler parent Stellantis ( opens new tab is recalling 250,651 vehicles in the U.S. due to an improperly sealed side curtain air bag, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Saturday. The recall affects certain 2022-2025 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
UK drivers put on alert after major car manufacturer recalls nearly 200,000 cars
Ford has issued an urgent recall for nearly 200,000 vehicles due to an issue that could cause passengers to be trapped inside them. The top car brand has notified the USA's National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) of an issue with certain Mustang Mach-E models, reports Safety reports suggested the problem was a software problem involving the latches on rear passenger doors. READ MORE: Drivers issued £2,000 warning ahead of 30C heatwave Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp, click the link to join The Mustang Mach-E is one of Ford's flagship electric cars with 197,432 models built between 2021 and 2025 thought to be impacted. The recall first came to light after Ford wrote to the NHTSA in Washington earlier this month. The NHTSA report stated: "Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Mustang Mach E vehicles. "In the event of a low battery charge, the electronic door latches may remain locked once the driver or front passenger exits and shuts the door, possibly trapping someone who is unable to use the inside door release handles, such as a child in the back seat," it read. The NHTSA notice warns the consequence is an 'inability to enter or exit the vehicle in an emergency' which increases the risk of injury. At this stage, it is believed the issue is only a problem in the United States with no updates on whether UK cars have been affected. Dealers are expected to carry out repairs completely free of charge with any motorists affected likely to hear the news this week. The NHTSA form explains: 'Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module C (SOBDMC) software, free of charge. 'Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk will be mailed June 23, 2025. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available, anticipated for September 29, 2025.' However, those with the keys to Mustang Mach-E models may be possible to identify some quick warning signs before an issue develops. Consumer Reports admits owners may notice the SYNC infotainment screen displaying a 'system off to save power' warning or a blank screen when the power is in the 'off' position. Experts stress that this could signal an imminent issue in a blow to owners. Another major warning flag is if occupants begin to notice that the inside release handle needs to be pulled further back than usual to open the door. has contacted Ford for further comment.
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Recall alert: Chevy owners warned to park outside due to fire risk
General Motors (GM) is recalling over 60,000 trucks due to a fire risk while driving or parked. The recall is for certain 2019 to 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD and 6500 HD vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In total, 62,468 of these trucks have been affected. 'An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked,' the recall notice states. 'Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.' To remedy this issue, dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 28. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Wayland police investigating how over 100 packages were left in the trash Wander Franco, Rays shortstop, found guilty of sexual abuse of a minor Investigations editor for The Republican honored for her collaboration with NEPM Level 3 sex offender from Dorchester convicted of kidnapping boy at gunpoint Bellingham police sergeant on leave after suspected OUI, crash in R.I. Read the original article on MassLive.
Auto Blog
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Thousands Of Chevrolet Silverado Pickups Could Host An Impromptu Bonfire
2019-2024 Silverados Recalled Over Brake Issue A new recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration yesterday, affecting 62,468 vehicles that may be at risk of catching fire. According to the NHTSA recall documents, Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty pickups (4500HD, 5500HD, 6500HD) produced from 2019-2024 may have a fault within their brake pressure sensor assemblies that could lead to a brake fluid leak. In the worst cases, after this brake fluid leaks into the brake pressure switch and causes a short circuit, a fire can break out. As a result, 'owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.' Chemical Issues Could Cause Fire Source: Chevrolet The recall places the blame for the issue on the use of an unauthorized chemical by the supplier of the brake assembly, and it appears to be something that GM has been working on for some time. A recall was issued in April 2023 to address a fragmenting zinc sealant that could interfere with a diaphragm that prevents brake fluid from leaking into the sensor wiring harness. Then, in October of 2024, a quality manager flagged an issue with a 2023 Silverado Medium Duty pickup 'that was exhibiting unintended brake pump activation.' This vehicle was not covered by the earlier recall, and when another similar report was filed over a 2021 vehicle, GM knew there was an issue. The automaker investigated in January 2025, and in March, it asked its supplier (Akron Rubber Development Lab) to test its components. Testing was completed by the end of April, by which point GM's investigator identified one alleged fire among 160 potentially related reports, prompting the recall. No accidents or injuries related to the issue have come to GM's attention. Only A Handful Of Vehicles Expected To Be Impacted Vehicles that were already recalled under the April 2023 notice will need to be repaired again, and owners can expect to receive notification letters in the mail from July 28, with secondary letters to be mailed once a remedy is available. When it is, dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness free of charge. Fortunately, although all owners impacted by the recall should play it safe and park outside and away from buildings, only around 1% of the recalled vehicles are expected to be affected. Silverado Medium Duty trucks from the 2024 model year are not affected since they were 'produced with a brake switch wire harness that includes a silicone sealant.' This new recall follows one that was issued at the end of last month for Cadillac Lyriq EVs that could have blank touchscreen displays, an issue that first appeared in 2022. Whether it's a novel EV or an old-school workhorse, recalls are just a part of production, and GM can at least take comfort in the knowledge that it's having a much better time with the NHTSA than Ford. Source: Chevrolet Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. About the Author Sebastian Cenizo View Profile
