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ABC Newsworld4 days agoUpdated
Ford Recalls 741,195 Vehicles to Fix Transmission Park Defect
Ford is recalling 741,195 vehicles in the U.S. because a transmission defect may damage the park system and allow vehicles to roll away. The action covers multiple models from 2018 to 2021 with park-by-wire systems. Dealers will update software and repair components at no cost to…
manilatimes.nettechnology7 days ago
Agency Closes Review of 376,000 Vehicles After Recall
The agency ended its examination of steering issues in certain vehicles once the manufacturer completed an over-the-air software update. The review had been open since July 2023.
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thesouthafrican.comfinance8 days ago
Hyundai to recall over 96,000 U.S. vehicles over faulty instrument panel display
Hyundai will recall more than 96,000 vehicles in the U.S. because of a problem with the instrument panel display. The recall was announced by the company and reported by NHTSA.
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teslarati.comtechnology9 days ago
Tesla Faces Lawsuit Over Texas Crash That Killed Homeowner
A 76-year-old woman died when a Tesla Model 3 struck her suburban Texas home. The driver said Tesla driver-assistance features were active, and the woman's family has sued both the driver and the company.
theedgemarkets.comtechnology11 days ago
Tesla says driver overrode automated system in fatal Texas crash
The company stated that the driver pressed the accelerator fully during the incident. Police reported the vehicle was operating with an automated driving assistance system. Federal regulators have opened an investigation into the crash.
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investopedia.comtechnology12 days ago
Tesla Vehicle Strikes Katy Home, Killing 76-Year-Old Woman; Driver and Tesla Dispute Role of Automated Systems
A Tesla struck a residence in Katy, Texas, on Friday, resulting in the death of Martha Avila. The driver reported using automated driving assistance, leading to statements from company executives and a federal investigation.
NBC Newsworld11 days agoUpdated
NHTSA Opens Investigation Into Tesla Model 3 Crash That Killed Woman in Texas
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a special investigation Monday into a Friday crash near Houston in which a Tesla Model 3 using automated driving technology struck a home at high speed and killed 76-year-old Martha Avila. The driver told police he had eng…
benzinga.comworld18 days ago
U.S. senators request safety data review for Tesla Full Self-Driving
Senators have asked regulators to examine Tesla's Full Self-Driving safety data after a Reuters report. The request cites recent incidents and calls for updated oversight of the system.
news.google.comworld21 days ago
Ford recalls 255,404 Focus vehicles from 2012-2018
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 Focus models after a prior repair failed to fix an engine stall problem. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the canister purge valve may stick open.
koreaherald.comworld21 days ago
Ford, Chrysler, Kia Recall Over 800,000 Vehicles for Console, Battery, and Seat Belt Issues
Ford is recalling nearly 550,000 Expedition and Focus models for console edges and engine stall risks. Chrysler and Kia are also recalling vehicles for battery fire and seat belt concerns.
citizen.co.zaworld22 days ago
Ford recalls 255,404 Focus models over engine stall risk
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 Focus vehicles after a prior repair failed to fix a canister purge valve defect that can cause engines to stall while driving. The new recall supersedes an earlier campaign and will be carried out through a free software update.
nypost.comworld44 days ago
Woman Run Over by Her Own Car in Argentina Survives Without Serious Injury
Security footage captured a woman being struck and driven over by her own vehicle while she worked on the battery. The incident occurred Tuesday in Comodoro Rivadavia, Argentina. She was taken to a hospital but released without fractures or major injuries.
motor1.comworld46 days ago
Concrete pier falls from truck onto Tesla Model Y in China
A concrete pier fell from a truck onto a Tesla Model Y stopped at a red light. The vehicle's hood absorbed the impact while the cabin remained intact. A separate incident in Shanghai involved a truck rear-ending another Model Y.
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nypost.combusiness58 days ago
Tesla Recalls 218868 Vehicles Over Delayed Rearview Camera Images
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a recall of more than 218000 Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X vehicles because the rearview camera display may be delayed when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. The affected vehicles use hardware version 3…
claimsjournal.comtechnology58 days ago
General Motors Recalls Over 40,000 Vehicles Over Brake Fluid Defect
General Motors is recalling 40,440 vehicles in the United States because sediment in the brake fluid increases the risk of a crash. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the recall on Thursday. The action follows a separate recall last month for more t…
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General Motors Recalls Over 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu Vehicles for Rearview Camera Defect
General Motors is recalling more than 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles from model years 2023 to 2025 due to a rearview camera issue that can cause distorted or blank displays. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states the defect stems from a flaw in the camera ho…