Second Large Recall in a Month.
To add to the list of the dangers of Los Angeles driving, last week, the Fiat Chrysler company announced that it was recalling almost three-quarters of a million vehicles due to an electrical fault. In this recall, popular models will be removed from the road for repairs.
According to Reuters, the auto giant recalled a number of 2011 to 2013 Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees. According to the available info, silicon deposits on contact points of fuel pump relays may cause severe issues. This includes interrupting electrical current. So far the company reported...
A Severe Risk of Fire for Maxima, Pathfinder, and Murano Vehicles.
Nissan has been in the spotlight for the wrong reasons lately. The Japanese automaker is on the hook for a major new recall due to the risk of severe fire. Nissan’s announcement informs hundreds of thousands of drivers of a severe issue that could lead to serious injury or death.
According to Newsweek, nearly 400,000 Nissans are affected by the recall. This includes the popular Maxima, Pathfinder, and Murano lines.
These run between the 2015 and 2018 model years. In addition, the Infiniti QX60 between 2017-2019 and Pathfinder...
Affecting Two Major Vehicle Lines.
Honda recalls its famous Pilot and Passport models due to a severe manufacturing error. Due to the factory issue, these vehicles may not have been properly constructed, leading to concern about a catastrophic failure during a collision.
Consumer Affairs reported on the issue; according to the recall, the vehicles have structural severe integrity issues. The company said that the front frame left and right side upper members could not have been adequately welded to the car’s unibody. As a result, in case of a crash, there is a chance that this would not...
F-Series Recall A Safety Hazard?
Bloomberg reported on the recall and its potential effects. Ford’s recall affects Ford F-150 and Super Duty pickups. Ford shipped these vehicles out with faulty side doors that often fail to open or appear closed without latching.
Ford claims no one has suffered injuries yet, but the recall affects the 2015-2017 model years and the F-Series of trucks are Ford’s most popular. Overall, Ford expects a $267 million loss eating into Ford’s profit margin. The recall also undermines consumer trust in Ford’s brand. Our consumer lawyers note...
