[CARDEEP]

Mitsubishi is recalling the i-MiEV (electric car) for faulty brakes, due to vacuum pump failure leading to brakes not being as effective & increase in stopping distances.

Link to MSN-US report:

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs...e-f7cdc363381b

Unfortunately Mitsubishi is amongst the least reliable brands in UK:

http://cars.uk.msn.com/features/the-...bility#image=1

Paying price of high performance cars .

[volkman10]

Renault recalls over 60,000 Koleos SUVs in China.

Renault recalled more than 60,000 Koleos sport-utility vehicles in China because of a faulty fuel sensor, according to China's General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine.
The 61,508 affected imported cars are models from 2009 through 2012, the agency said. Renault will provide free replacement sensors for the vehicles, which may show faulty fuel-level readings and could pose a safety risk.
This latest recall for Renault comes after the agency said on Jan. 25 that the company would recall 5,097 Koleos vehicles in China because of a welding flaw.

http://www.autonews.com/article/2013...#ixzz2KYIKFtJA ]

[volkman10]

Chrysler recalling 278,222 trucks and SUV's

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a omission of an adhesive patch.

CONSEQUENCE:
If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.

http://www.autoblog.com/2013/02/14/c...les/#continued

[volkman10]

Toyota settles recall cases with attorneys general in 29 U.S. states.

Toyota Motor North America has settled its outstanding cases with attorneys general in 29 states and one U.S. territory regarding allegations of foot-dragging in its safety recall process from 2005 to 2010.

This effectively closes the case as it pertains to states; no others have claims remaining against Toyota regarding recall actions. But private parties still can sue the company.

Toyota set aside $1.1 billion to cover recall-related suits by individuals and government entities. The $29 million settlement today will be paid from those funds.

http://www.autonews.com/article/2013...#ixzz2KwAtvsCK

[CARDEEP]

BMW is recalling 30,265 X5 models to fix brake vacuum lines that could cause the power assist to fail on the SUVs equipped with V8 engines from the 2007-2010 model years.

... & Chrysler is recalling 3,660 Dodge Viper sports cars from 2003 & 2004 for faulty airbags that may inadvertently deploy. This adds to the 280K trucks recalled by the company recently.

Link to MSN-US article:

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs...4-8e6647f1b4d6

[libranof1987]

Whoa! An immediate another recall from BMW :

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...ables/1924627/

This seems intended primarily for the US/Canada market.

Gist :

BMW is recalling almost 570,000 cars in the U.S. and Canada because a battery cable connector can fail and cause the engines to stall.

The recall affects the popular 3-Series sedans, wagons, convertibles and coupes from the 2007 through 2011 model years. Also included are 1-Series coupes and convertibles from 2008 through 2012, and the Z4 sports car from 2009 through 2011.

[CARDEEP]

Another small batch of Chrysler vehicles (consisting of Chrysler 200s & Dodge Avengers) are being recalled in US for stalling problem, because of the fuel-tank control valve on certain cars, which may have been broken upon installation leading to iquid fuel run into the canister & cause leaks & stalling from excess fuel entering the engine.

Add to this Rolls Royce is also recalling 27 cars (2013 Phantom models) in the US for missing fuel device. These devices prevent static electricity from traveling into the fuel tank, which could spark a fire.

MSN-US Report here:

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs...5-cfc89d663d78


And... there are more troubles for Honda, Toyota & Ford, as the NHTSA is probing 1.37 million vehicles from these manufacturers defects which may lead to recalls.


MSN-US Report here:

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs...6-5942b4c36e39

[CARDEEP]

Hyundai is recalling in US 5835 2012 Veloster models for panoramic sunroofs that can shatter, apart from the cars recalled for same problem in Dec-12, thereby taking the total number of cars recalled to 19600.

Here is the link to MSN-US report on the same:

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs...1-ea75efc24000

[CARDEEP]

Porsche is recalling 2263 2012 & 2013 911 Carrera & Carrera 4 models (fitted with standard exhausts) for cracking tailpipes that could cause the exhaust system to fail on cars that are older in terms of mileage (after they reach more than 25000 miles).

Link to MSN-US Report:

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs...b-756abd606b05

Another specialist sports car manufacturer & tuner - Lotus is recalling 451 cars to fix faulty oil-feed pipes that are prone to rupturing. This is expands the 5041 cars recalled Jan-13 for same reason.

[MotoNanu]

Recall by Lotus:

http://www.autoblog.com/2013/02/28/l...ine-fire-risk/

The defect in oil cooler line can lead to fire and eventual crash when the oil might get released into the engine!

[suhaas307]

Originally Posted by CARDEEP

Porsche is recalling 2263 2012 & 2013 911 Carrera & Carrera 4 models (fitted with standard exhausts) for cracking tailpipes that could cause the exhaust system to fail on cars that are older in terms of mileage (after they reach more than 25000 miles).

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...-exhaust-pipes

According to this link, the reason for the recall is so that they can fix the exhaust 'finishers' that might fall off and cause problems for other motorists. Nowhere is it mentioned that the exhaust system would be prone to failure.

[CARDEEP]

Originally Posted by suhaas307

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...-exhaust-pipes

According to this link, the reason for the recall is so that they can fix the exhaust 'finishers' that might fall off and cause problems for other motorists. Nowhere is it mentioned that the exhaust system would be prone to failure.

Thanks... MSN-US article excerpts FYIP:

Porsche is recalling 2,263 911 Carrera models to replace an exhaust system that could fail prematurely, according to filings with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Hope this clears ambiguity or authenticity on the basis of my post.

[volkman10]

Subaru recalling 47,419 U.S. vehicles for remote starter issue.

If the remote starter key fob is dropped, it may start the engine without the ignition button on the fob being pressed, according to NHTSA documents. The engine may start and run for up to 15 minutes, and may continue to start and stop until the fob battery is depleted or until the vehicle runs out of gas.
If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area, such as a garage, there is a risk of asphyxiation from a build-up of carbon monoxide.

The recall affects some Legacy and Outback cars from model years 2010 through 2013, Impreza sedans from 2012 and 2013, and XV Crosstrek crossover vehicles from 2013.


Ford recalls 230,000 minivans for corrosion issue Ford is recalling about 230,000 older minivans globally to fix a corrosion problem that could prevent the fold-down third-row seats from locking in place.

Cheers!

Source: Automotive news

[Macfreak7]

*edit* oops, just noticed this was already posted previously.

BMW recalls 720,000 cars worldwide

http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/business-21512413

German carmaker BMW is recalling about 720,000 vehicles, mostly in North America, over potential electrical problems that may cause unexpected stalling.

[CARDEEP]

Hyundai is recalling 227000 cars for faulty brake switches due to which full illumination of brake lights may be delayed for up to two seconds.

Link to Carpoint-AU report:

http://www.carpoint.com.au/news/2013...E1Jk5uZT0xNQ..

Stinker :

The problem was discovered by Hyundai more than year ago, is being treated as a ‘service campaign’ rather than a safety recall after the Department of Transport & Infrastructure (Australia) determined it was not safety related.