Many vintage car buffs have never felt comfortable with the idea that a computer controls so much of what happens in modern cars and this Jaguar recall will only reinforce their skepticism. It seems some Jaguar X-Types, produced between 2006 and 2010, have a software fault that will not allow the cruise control to be turned off. Stepping on the brake pedal or pushing the off … [Read more...]
Lexus GS IS LS Fuel System Corrosion Recall
Toyota has issued a recall for over 200,000 Lexus GS IS and LS models for a fuel system corrosion problem caused by ethanol use over an extended period. Please read the details below. Manufacturer: Toyota Motor North America Models affected: Lexus / GS 2006-2007 Lexus / IS 2006-2008 Lexus / LS 2007-2008 NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V020000 Potential Units … [Read more...]
GM Recalls Over 850000 SUVs and Pickups
GM has issued a huge recall for over 850,000 model year 2006, 2007 and 2008 SUVs and pickup trucks equipped with a heated wiper washer fluid system for a short circuit problem on a printed circuit board. Please see details below for specific models and years involved. Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Models affected: BUICK / ENCLAVE 2008 BUICK / LUCERNE … [Read more...]
BMW Air Bag Recall for 3 Series – 5 Series – X3
BMW has issued a recall for the 2006 3 Series, 2004-2006 5 Series and 2004-2006 X3 for a problem with their air bags. Please read the details carefully for which model years apply to each model. Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC Model Year: 2004, 2005,2006 Models affected:3 Series, 5 Series, X3 NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V384000 Potential Units Affected: … [Read more...]
NHTSA Auto Recall – Dodge Nitro – Jeep Wrangler
The NHTSA has issued a recall affecting the Dodge Nitro and Jeep Wrangler from the 2007 model year. The issue involves software programming the TIPM. Details are listed below: Manufacturer: Dodge, Jeep Model Year: 2007 Models affected: Dodge Nitro, Jeep Wrangler NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V291000 Potential Units Affected: 80894 Problem: On certain vehicles, the totally … [Read more...]