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Auto recalls are unfortunately necessary when a safety issue or other defect is discovered that may reduce the safety of a car. Then the manufacturer asks owners to return their car for repair or replacements. Car recalls limit corporation negligence liability, help avoid penalties, and prevent damaging publicity. But there’s no doubt that recalls are costly to the car manufacturer; however, they are often less costly than a lawsuit and loss of reputation. State laws regulate such issues as the cost of the recall to the car company, whether it is a compulsory or voluntary recall, and the penalties that may be imposed if there is a failure to recall. Even if a car manufacturer voluntarily initiates a recall, it still may be subject to compulsory requirements. If a consumer fails to comply with a recall by failing to dispose of the car or return it to the manufacturer, then they may be subject to a fine.

  1. Recall Alert: Maserati and Alfa Romeo Recalling Quattroporte, Granturismo, and 8C for Corroded Rear



    Both Maserati and Alfa Romeo are recalling select vehicles over concerns of rear tie rods that have the potential to rust. This is cause for concern because these rusty tie rods can weaken and may even break, causing the vehicle to loss control. Maserati is blaming the faux pas on ...    Read more

  2. Recall: 2013 Subaru Outback and Legacy Over Steering Problems



    Earlier this week Subaru announced a recall that would affect certain 2013 model year Outback and Legacy vehicles manufactured between February 15, 2012 and June 15, 2012. The reason these vehicles are being recalled is that the inner and outer shafts of the steering column may become disengaged from one ...    Read more

  3. Recall Roundup: 2013 Ram 1500 Windshields, 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Commander Transfer Cases



    Chrysler Group has announced recalls concerning two of its brands, Ram Trucks and off-road centric Jeep. The first vehicle needing a fix is the 2013 Ram 1500, which was assembled from June 25, 2012 to December 12, 2012. The problem at hand concerning the Ram deals with a coolant bypass ...    Read more

  4. Recall Alert: 2012-2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco



    Announced earlier this week, General Motors will be recalling select 2012 and 2013 model year Buick LaCrosse and Regal vehicles, as well as the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco equipped with eAssist. More than 42,000 vehicles have been affected by the recall. The reason for the recall is that these vehicles may ...    Read more

  5. NHTSA Stops Probes into Ford and Chrysler After Recalls



    Two investigations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have been closed after the automakers repaired the vehicles under investigation. The agency was satisfied with Ford's recall of 200,000 vehicles to repair third-row seat latches in the 2004 to 2007 Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey minivans, and that Chrysler had ...    Read more

  6. Recall Alert: 2002-2003 BMW 3 Series



    Last week, BMW announced a recall on select 2002-2003 model year 3 Series, including the 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans, 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles, as well as the 325iT, 325xiT Sports Wagons and M3 coupes and convertibles. The recall was issued due to a possible safety defect in ...    Read more

  7. Recall Roundup: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2007-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser



    At the end of last month, Mercedes-Benz announced a recall on select 2013 GL models, including the GL350 BlueTEC, GL450 4MATIC, GL550 4MATIC, and GL63 AMG. The vehicles affected have a manufacturing date between May 15, 2012 and October 4, 2012. Toyota also announced a recall late last month on ...    Read more

  8. 2014 Subaru Forester Recalled for Floor Mat Pedal Entrapment



    Having been on sale now for just a few months, the 2014 Subaru Forester is being recalled for potential floor mat pedal entrapment that could make the brake pedal, accelerator, or clutch stick, leading to a vehicle potentially reaching a high rate of speed or having an accident. Under the recall, ...    Read more

  9. Recall Alert: 2013 Nissan Altima Heads to Dealerships for Improperly Inflated Spares



    Last week, Nissan North America announced a recall for 2013 Nissa Altimas with a manufacturing date between March 21, 2012 and March 26, 2013. Over 123,000 vehicles are expected to be recalled, as the spare tires may have been significantly over or underinflated. Tires that have been over or underinflated have ...    Read more

  10. Recall Central: Almost 44,000 2012-13 Honda Fit Sport Models for Vehicle Stability Assist Issue



    Honda is recalling 43,782 2012-13 Honda Fit Sport models for an issue with the vehicle's Vehicle Stability Assist system software. The Honda Fit Sport is the automaker's entry-level hatchback five-door model. Issue Honda Fit Sport models equipped  with certain tires do not meet U.S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards ...    Read more

  11. Recall Central: Over 10,000 2014 Subaru Forester Models with Floor Mat Issue



    Subaru is recalling 10,137 Subaru Forester compact crossover models for an issue relating to the vehicles floor mats. The floor mats weren't made to specification, and could become a potential hazard. Issue Subaru is recalling its Subaru Forester models produced between January 2013 and March 2013, as the floor mats ...    Read more

  12. Toyota Recalls 19 Models for Mismatched Labels on Southeast-Distributed Vehicles



    Southeast Toyota, which operates semi-autonomously from Toyota in the rest of the country, has recalled 19 separate models for mismatched labels that are outside the weight limits prescribed by the automaker. As a result, customers may be under the impression they can load the vehicles up beyond what the vehicle ...    Read more

  13. Nissan Recalls Nearly 20,000 Infiniti JX and Nissan Pathfinder Crossovers for Faulty Brakes



    Nissan is recalling nearly 20,000 Pathfinder and Infiniti JX crossovers to repair potentially defective front brakes. The recall includes 14,168 Nissan Pathfinders and 5,090 Infiniti JX crossovers whose front brake torque members on the brake calipers were cast improperly. As a result, the front brakes could wear prematurely ...    Read more

  14. Honda and Acura Recalling 205,000 Vehicles to Fix Faulty Shift Interlock



    Honda is recalling nearly 205,000 vehicles to replace the shift interlock in the 2012 and 2013 Honda CR-V, 2012 and 2013 Honda Odyssey, and 2013 Acura RDX. Affecting approximately 128,000 CR-Vs, 59,000 Odysseys, and 17,500 RDXs, effective immediately Honda is reeling the vehicles back in because the interlock could falter, allowing ...    Read more

  15. Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Mazda Part of 3.4 Million Vehicles Recalled for Airbag Problems



    Today, the largest ever recall for airbags was announced, with 3.4 million vehicles being recalled with airbags made by Takata. The world's second largest supplier of airbags took a stock hit as shared dropped 10 percent in Tokyo trading. This recall marks Toyota's largest recall since October of last year, when ...    Read more

  16. Recall Roundup: 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and 2013 Buick Encore



    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. and General Motors have issued recalls for their 2013 Outlander Sport and 2013 Buick Encore, respectively. Two recalls have been issued for the Outlander Sport, one for its failure to conform to the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, and the other for ...    Read more

  17. Hyundai and Kia Recall 1.9 Million Vehicles for Defective Brake Switch, Defective Headliner



    If you're going to have a recall, sometimes its best to swing for the fences, we guess. Collectively, Hyundai and Kia are recalling 1.7 million vehicles for faulty brake switches. According to the recall, the vehicles affected may not illuminate their brake lights or deactivate cruise control when the brake ...    Read more

  18. Nissan to Recall 2012-2013 NV for Potential Shifter Indicator Malfunction



    Nissan last week announced a recall for model year 2012-2013 NV passenger vans for a potential steering column shifter installation deficiency. The affected models were assembled between December 2010 and January 2013. The defect, a transmission lever gear selector plate lock clip, may have been incorrectly installed at assembly. As a ...    Read more

  19. Recall Alert: 2004-2008 Acura TSX Needs ECU Fix



    Earlier today Acura announced a voluntary recall of about 76,000 TSX models ranging from 2004 to 2008 model years. This recall will take place in Washington D.C. and 22 other U.S. states. The reason for the recall is to install a water-resistant cover over the Electronic Control Unit (ECU). This ...    Read more

  20. 2013 Buick LaCrosse and 2013 Cadillac SRX Recalled for Unexpectedly Shifting to Sport Mode



    General Motors is recalling the 2013 Buick LaCrosse and 2013 Cadillac SRX crossover to fix an electronic glitch that may send the vehicles immediately into Sport mode in their transmission settings. While that doesn't seem like a huge deal, what it does is eliminate engine braking, making it easier for ...    Read more

  21. Federal Judge Approves Class Action Settlment Against Audi for CVT Issues



    A federal judge has given a tentative seal of approval on a class action settlement that affects 64,000 2002 to 2006 Audi A4 and A6 models equipped with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The transmissions had a tendency to fail, as they weren't designed to handle the engine torque ...    Read more

  22. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Under Investigation by NHTSA



    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Mercedes-Benz have announced the investigation of  as many as 250,000 E-Class luxury sedans due to the possibility of fuel leakage from the upper part of the gas tank. This is thought to be brought on by repairs made to the vehicles in ...    Read more

  23. Recall Alert: 2,500 2013 Dodge Challengers for Wiring Issue



    Chrysler Group announced that it is recalling 2,500 Dodge Challenger vehicles assembled for the 2013 model year. The problem at hand concerns an overheating wire harness that has the potential to start an engine fire. These Challengers in question were assembled over an eight-week period that ended on January 24 ...    Read more

  24. Toyota to Recall 209,000 FJ Cruisers for Faulty Seatbelt Anchors



    Toyota is recalling certain 2007 to 2013 FJ Cruiser SUVs to fix seatbelt anchors that may become detached over time. The voluntary recall, which affects 209,000 vehicles, stems from the driver and front-passenger seatbelt anchors being mounted on the rear-hinged access doors. With heavy shutting, over time the door panels ...    Read more

  25. Recall Alert: 6,500 2013 Ford Vehicles for Faulty Child Safety Locks



    Ford has announced a recall of nearly 6,500 new 2013 vehicles due to a rear door child safety lock that may be faulty. Vehicles in the recall include the 2013 Ford Focus, C-Max, and Escape. At this time, Ford is unaware of any injuries or accidents in connection with the ...    Read more

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