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Subaru Steering Wheels Disconnecting. Recall Active

Posted on 22 May 2013 by Ken Zino

Subaru is recalling model year 2013 Outback and Legacy models manufactured in Indiana from February 2012, through June 2012 because the inner and outer shafts of the steering column may become disengaged from one another. The result in at least three instances is loss of steering from of the defective column from NSK Steering Systems America in Vermont. Continue reading →

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Fiat Recalls Maserati, Alfa Romeo Cars for Suspension Failures

Posted on 20 May 2013 by Ken Zino

The lack of a zinc coating on rear suspension parts is prompting the recall of 2005 to 2008 Maserati Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C cars. More than 7,400 Italian built vehicles are involved because the rear tie rods can corrode and ultimately fail, resulting in the loss of vehicle control, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Continue reading →

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Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander Recalls for Rollaways Active

Posted on 13 May 2013 by Ken Zino

Chrysler Group recalls 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Commander SUVs because a transfer case electrical failure causes unintentional shifting of the transfer case into neutral position. Continue reading →

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GM Recalls Buick and Chevrolet Hybrids for Fires

Posted on 7 May 2013 by Ken Zino

GM had previously performed a service action on the vehicles, contending there was no chance of fires. At least two fires subsequently occurred, and NHTSA inquires about a number of complaints prompted GM to reopen the defect investigation. Continue reading →

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BMW Joins the Global Takata Airbag Shrapnel Recall

Posted on 7 May 2013 by Ken Zino

BMW is recalling more than 42,000 2002-2003 3-Series cars because the Takata-made passenger side airbags when deployed can send metal fragments – shrapnel – into a car’s interior striking and potentially seriously injuring people. Continue reading →

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