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Honda Recalls Civic Hybrid Models for Electrical Failures
It is no longer a given – or it shouldn’t be – among shoppers or government safety officials that the Japanese are automotive quality leaders. Continue reading
Spiders Cause Mazda 6 Fuel System Recall?
Mazda is recalling 2009 and 2010 Mazda 6 models built at the Flat Rock, Michigan plant because spiders can weave a web in the evaporative canister vent line, causing a blockage that leads to fuel tank cracks and leaks during normal operation. Continue reading
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Ford Recalls Ranger Pickup Trucks for Fuel Leaks
This latest Ford recall is the fifth of 2011 according to a Ford spokesperson, and thus far more than half of the nine safety recalls Ford had in 2010. Continue reading
Accelerator Pedal Recall Causes More Lexus and Toyota Recalls! Technicians Did Not Correctly Replace the Carpeting. Original Recall Now Expanded to Include More Toyota Vehicles
Why owners should trust technicians to correctly perform a second modification is a question that will surely be debated. Continue reading
American Honda Recalls 2009-2010 Fit Models for Stalling
Toyota or the “Toyota Recall Effect” was the big reason that 2010 was the second highest recall year on record. However, a quick scan of previous Honda recalls questions whether the long-standing Japanese reputation for quality is as accurate as previously portrayed by the media. Continue reading
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General Motors Recalls Cadillac CTS for Suspension Failures
General Motors is recalling 2009-2010 Cadillac CTS models because the rear wheels can suddenly splay, sending the CTS out of the driver’s control.
The problem is caused by improperly made rear toe link fasteners. Continue reading
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DOT Releases Long Delayed Toyota Unintended Acceleration Report, Exonerates Self, Claiming It Was Right All Along
The self conducted NHTSA study if it found problems, of course, would make DOT – with a staggering $79 billion budget vulnerable to Congressional dictated reforms, as well as budget and staff cuts as the deficit debate heats up on Capital Hill. Continue reading
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Ford Recalls New 2011 Explorer for Defective Seat Backs
Ford Motor Company is recalling 2011 model year Explorer sport utility vehicles because the second row seat backs are not strong enough to comply with U.S. safety standards during a crash. Dealers have been told to stop the sale of … Continue reading
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Ford Recalls 281,000 F-Series Pickup Trucks for Door Popping
Ford Motor Company is recalling 281,000 F-Series pickup trucks made at its Kansas City and Dearborn plants for defective door latches that can pop open during a crash.
Model year 2009 and 2010 F-Series pickup trucks have a defective interior door handle module from supplier Brose. Continue reading
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Ford Reports 2010 Full Year Net Income of $6.6 Billion
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported 2010 full year net income of $6.6 billion, or $1.66 per share, an increase of $3.8 billion, or 80 cents per share, from 2009. Continue reading
Ford Recalls 425,000 Windstar Minivans for Bad Steering
Ford Motor Company is recalling 1999 to 2003 model Windstar minivans because the steering can fail after the front suspension rusts away. More than 25,000 of the Canadian-built Windstar minivans are prone to rusting problems. Continue reading
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Toyota Recalls Lexus GS 300, 350, IS 250, IS 350 Cars for Fuel Leaks and Possible Fires
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A. today announced a safety recall of approximately 245,000 Lexus models because a leaking fuel pressure sensor that could cause a fire.
Toyota Motor Corporation is also conducting a larger recall outside the U.S. for a similar safety defect involving 1.3 million vehicles to fix a different fuel delivery pipe and a high pressure fuel pump check valve. TMC’s recall announcement does not involve vehicles sold in North America. Continue reading
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Car Buyers Avoiding Toyota, Edmunds Claims
Car buyers are avoiding shopping for Toyota brands, according to data provided by Edmunds.com, an online web site covering the automobile business that sells advertising to virtually all automakers. The privately-held Edmunds declined to provide any information to AutoInformed about … Continue reading
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General Motors Recalls Pickups, SUVs for Rear Wheel Lockup
General Motors is recalling almost 27,000 pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles from the 2011 model year because the rear wheels can unexpectedly lock, possibly sending the trucks out of control and causing an accident. Continue reading
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American Honda Recalls 2010 Accord, CR-V Models for Stalling
While most of the attention during the past year has been on Toyota’s quality and recall problems, Honda has also been recalling large number of vehicles for safety defects. In the latest instance, thousands of 2010 Honda Accord cars and … Continue reading
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