FCA Backup Camera Problem Prompts Recall of 1 Million Vehicles
Fiat Chrysler, now Stellantis, has recalled more than 1 million vehicles after a radio software issue prevented rearview camera images from displaying on the infotainment system. According to recall documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the radio software prevents the rearview camera signal from properly transmitting to the media screen. The issue […]
RAM 1500 and Jeep Wagoneer eTorque Stalling Under Investigation
More than 150,000 model year 2022 Wagoneer 5.7L eTorque and 2022 Ram 1500 5.7L eTorque vehicles are under investigation for loss of power, engine shutdowns and an inability to restart. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched the investigation after receiving 80 complaints from consumers alleging an engine stall and loss of motive power in […]
Honda CR-V and HR-V Under Investigation: Safety and Performance Concerns
Originally published on December 22, 2022. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating rear differential problems that put about 1.7 million 2018–2022 Honda CR-V and HR-V SUVs at risk of losing motive power while driving. Honda CR-V and HR-V Rear Differential Investigation Update Update as of July 25, 2024: The National Highway Traffic Safety […]
Volkswagen Recalls 271,000 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs for Front Passenger Airbag
Volkswagen is recalling more than 271,000 vehicles because the front passenger airbags may fail to deploy due to wiring faults. The recall of 271,330 model year 2021–2024 Volkswagen Atlas and 2020–2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles comes after random deactivation of the front passenger air bag has resulted in 1,730 warranty claims. The affected vehicles are […]
Ford Diesel Engine Fraud: What You Should Know
A Super Duty truck owner with a 6.0-L diesel engine opted out of a now-settled class action lawsuit and sued against Ford. Now, he’s the first to have a fraud claim affirmed on appeal. Charles Brian Margeson, a 41-year-old technician from Torrance, California, bought his new Super Duty truck equipped with a Power Stroke diesel […]
Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain Fuel Pump Lawsuit: What You Should Know
Defective fuel pumps are causing the 2020-2024 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain SUVs to hesitate, sputter and lose power while driving, according to a new class action lawsuit. The Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain fuel pump lawsuit alleges that a defect in the fuel pump or the fuel pump power control module interrupts the flow […]
Volkswagen Faulty Front Assist Systems: What Drivers Need to Know
Update: This consolidated class action lawsuit has reached settlement. Read the terms of the Volkswagen AEB settlement. Many 2015–2019 Volkswagen models are equipped with Front Assist systems that have obstacle detection and autonomous emergency braking systems. These systems are intended to prevent crashes by warning drivers about objects or pedestrians in front of the car […]
Volkswagen Faulty Braking System Class Action Lawsuit: What You Need to Know
Update: This consolidated class action lawsuit has reached settlement. Read the terms of the Volkswagen AEB settlement. A class action lawsuit filed against Volkswagen alleges that 2017–2020 Volkswagen vehicles equipped with autonomous emergency braking systems experience random braking and false alarms. At best, this would confuse drivers. At worst, this can increase the risk of […]
Volkswagen and Audi Random Braking Lawsuit: Safety Concerns Arise
Update: This consolidated class action lawsuit has reached settlement. Read the terms of the Volkswagen AEB settlement. If your Volkswagen or Audi is equipped with an automatic emergency braking system, your vehicle may be considered defective under the California Lemon Law. A class action lawsuit filed against Volkswagen and Bosch alleges that these vehicles’ AEB […]
Audi Turbocharged Engines Oil Consumption Class Action: What You Should Know
Update: This lawsuit has since reached settlement. Read the terms of the Volkswagen piston settlement. A class action lawsuit alleges that several Audi models experience excessive oil consumption and engine damage because the pistons and associated parts are defective. The affected vehicles are equipped with 2-L four-cylinder turbocharged engines, otherwise known as the second generation […]