More than 2.2 million vehicles from four manufacturers have been recalled in the United States due to potential safety risks, some of which could be fatal.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued the recalls, citing increased risks of potential accidents.
Among the recalled models are 2011 to 2019 Ford Explorers and rearview camera failures on 2023 Tesla Model S, X and Y vehicles.
The newly announced recall comes after major manufacturers issued 320 recalls last year alone, affecting approximately 32 million vehicles, a drop from 932 recalls the year before.
However, the latest recall is only a small amount compared to those issued over the past 50 years.
In February 2014, GM was forced to recall 30 million vehicles due to a faulty ignition switch that cut power to the power steering, anti-lock brakes and air bags, resulting in 275 injuries and at least 124 deaths in 10 years.
Major automobile recalls date back to the 1970s at numerous companies, including Ford, which in 1972 issued a recall of 4.3 million vehicles for defective seat belts.
Ford is recalling 1.9 million Ford Explorers over a loose part that can fall off and endanger other drivers.
Nearly 1.9 million select Ford Explorers from 2011 to 2019 are recalled for a loose part that can fall off and endanger other drivers.
Mazda also made it to NHTSA’s long list after its 2024 CX-90, along with two Range Rover models and one from BMW.
An investigation into Ford SUV models revealed that the clips holding the trim to the vehicle “are not properly engaged due to improper assembly or repair,” causing them to become loose or completely detach from the vehicle.
Ford first identified the problem in 2018, but “determined that this concern was not an unreasonable safety risk due to the low mass/geometry of the part,” the company said in a recall. letter.
It was not until February 2023 that NHTSA opened a preliminary investigation into the issue.
Company spokesperson Maria Buczkowski told Dailymail.com that Ford expects the recall to affect “only 5 percent of the vehicle population” and will send letters to Ford Explorer owners in March.
Buczkowski added that Ford will inspect any affected vehicle and issue any necessary replacements free of charge, and urged customers to contact their local dealership to see if their car qualifies for replacement.
Tesla Recalled 200,000 Model S, X and Y Vehicles Over Rearview Mirror Software Malfunction
Meanwhile, Tesla’s latest recall of 200,000 of its Model S, X and Y vehicles is another blow to the company’s steady stream of recalls over the past few years.
The recall is due to a software malfunction in the rearview cameras that could obstruct the driver’s visibility when reversing.
Tesla received reports that camera vehicles were not displaying a rearview camera on December 26 and two days later rolled out an over-the-air software update to affected vehicles.
During the investigation, Tesla said the rearview software issue “may impact the driver’s rear visibility and increase the risk of a collision” and issued a voluntary recall on Jan. 12.
Tesla said in a NHTSA report So far there are 81 warranty claims, but it is not aware of any accidents, injuries or deaths related to the malfunction.
Owners of affected vehicles will receive the over-the-air software update for free.
Mazda issued a recall for 43,725 2024 CX-90 vehicles due to the steering system losing power assist
Tesla’s recall comes just two months after it recalled nearly all of its two million vehicles in the U.S. over issues with its Autopilot driver assistance system, following a 2021 investigation into fatal crashes involving the system. on autopilot.
NHTSA required Tesla to update its system to ensure that drivers must pay attention while using Autopilot, citing in the report that the system’s controls “may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse.”
Mazda issued a recall for 43,725 2024 CX-90 vehicles due to the steering system losing power assist.
Drivers have been told they may experience a “sudden and unexpected change in steering effort,” which could increase the risk of an accident.
Mazda attributed the problem to gearing in the steering assembly and friction can make the CX-90 difficult to handle.
Owners are urged to take the vehicles to a dealer, who will then replace the equipment.
Mazda issued the recall on January 11 and has not heard of any accidents related to the issue as of that date.
The recall was issued for Range Rover and Sport models manufactured between 2018 and 2022, which include 58,729 vehicles.
The recall was issued for Range Rover and Sport models manufactured between 2018 and 2022, which include 58,729 vehicles.
The problem is that water can enter the rear view camera, distorting what the driver sees on the screen and potentially causing an accident.
Mechanics can investigate the cameras of recalled vehicles to determine if they are affected by the malfunction and, if so, will replace the necessary parts.
Approximately 107 Rolls-Royce Specter hybrids have been recalled due to a potentially faulty ground cable. A ground is a wire that provides a path for battery current to flow.
Approximately 107 Rolls-Royce Specter hybrids have been recalled due to a potentially faulty ground cable.
A ground is a wire that provides a path for battery current to flow.
BMW noted that the specific model could have adhesive residue between the front electric motor and the vehicle’s chassis, and about 90 percent of the group is likely to have the problem.
If not repaired, the vehicle will have insufficient ground which could cause it to catch fire.