Showing posts with label recall. Show all posts
Showing posts with label recall. Show all posts

6/19/14

It happens again because of airbag inflators

Washington-Recall happens again because of airbag inflators and it looks Honda will withdraw massive cars.

One by one Japanese car manufacturers anxious to damage the airbag airbag supplied by Takata Corp. company. After Toyota, Honda is now related to the dismay of the damage the components.

If the investigation agency of the U.S. National Traffic Safety (NHTSA) states the air bag supplier in the world, Takata proved to have a manufacturing defect, then Honda will recall big at the end of June.

It was based on information from sources who know the recall process as reported by Reuters on Tuesday (17/06/2014).



It would be a massive recall because is expected to exceed 1,135 million Honda car towed last year.

"We will conduct an investigation as soon as possible and if we decide there is a vehicle that we have to pull, so we will do a recall," said a spokeswoman Akemi Ando Hinda.

Now Honda is waiting for more information from Takata. On the other hand, Honda is investigating itself how many vehicles that may need to be recalled. Related damage Takata airbag inflators, Toyota recalled more than 700,000 vehicles.

5/30/14

1199 Panigale models still have problems

Borgo Panigale , Italy -1199 Panigale models still has problems and weakness.

 motorcycle maker of Ducati has recently announced a recall campaign or recall on the 1199 Panigale models . There are 2,083 units of motorcycles in 1199 Panigale and 1199 Panigale S to be withdrawn from circulation .

Reported ultimatemotorcycling page , Friday ( 09/05/2014 ) by the National Traffic Safety Agency or the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) recall was done  because the motor is never referred  to as   the most  beautiful  motorcycle  was having  problems on the electrical ( electricity ) .



While it was reported Motoroids pages , it is drawn superbike production in March 2012 and August 2012 . Damage to the electrical signals capable of changing lights and instrument panel .

Handlebar switch is on the left does not get the power of connections , resulting in the horn , the display on the instrument , headlights and signal lights failed to function right . The inability of motorists to turn on the horn , indicator lights turn right and front can lead to accidents .

Ducati also confirmed , recall that only happens in the USA and Canada and not just models 1199 Panigale Panigale 899 models .


10/30/13

The reason of recall is damaged Toyota wipers

NEW YORK - Any ideas why get recall?  The reason of  recall  is damaged Toyota wipers

Campaign withdrawal or recall done by Toyota . Approximately 10 thousand units of the Japanese car is towed because of a problem with the Toyota wipers switch is broken .

The recall includes model year of manufacture between 2013 and 2014 such as the Toyota Camry , Toyota Camry Hybrid , Avalons , 2013, and Avalon hybrid , and Toyota Corolla 2014. As reported by Laftlanenews , Friday ( 10/11/2013 ) .

According to Toyota spokesman was no damage to electrical short circuit in the switch , because the production is not true when the production , so it can lead to the Toyota wipers does not work when used .



Toyota has not received reports of accidents or injuries due to this problem . Toyota directly drawn on its products , and replace the switch on the wipers for free .

Toyota will contact owners of vehicles affected by the recall through an official letter . No recall program announced via the website National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) United States .


9/13/13

recall Highlander Hybrid and some types of Lexus IS 350

  For the sake of consumer safety and comfortability, there are recall  Highlander Hybrid  and some types of Lexus IS 350.

It has been done that The recall was for a Highlander Hybrid vehicles and some types of Lexus IS 350.

Toyota announced the recall of as many as 369,000  recall  sport utility vehicle (SUV) from the consumer.



Number of the vehicle being towed to be fixed it is in the United States (U.S.) 235,000 units, a total of 74,000 units in Japan and 37,500 units in Europe. Toyota spokesman in Tokyo said the recall was due to no fault of production.

However, the Toyota said no accidents or fatalities resulting from a production error that will be fixed.
Recalls Highlander Hybrid SUV will be applied to cars manufactured in 2006 and 2010. According to the company, Highlander Hybrid recall done because no transistors in the hybrid system has the potential to stop work if conditions are too hot.

While recall Lexus IS 350, IS 350C and GS 350 specific to units produced in 2006 and 2011. This car in the recall due to potentially stop the oncoming car because there are bolts in the valve timing is too loose.

To facilitate recall, the Japanese automaker will send a message to the owner of the unit through the mail.

In terms of recall, Toyota did not just do it once. In June, Toyota also to recall a quarter of a million Prius and Lexus hybrid for braking problems.

In addition, in October 2012, Toyota also announced a recall of 7.43 million cars due to power window problem that poses a risk of fire. In April 2012, Toyota to recall 1.7 million units of the car due to defective airbags.

Toyota's biggest recall occurred in 2009 and 2010. At that time more than 8 million Toyota vehicles have problems with gas pedals that could stick. In this case, the dealer told to halt sales of eight models, and production models suspended.

6/22/13

can automotive recalls be cancelled after giving objection?

NEW YORK-can automotive recalls be cancelled after giving objection? this question probably is impossible but however, there has ever happened.

This case of automotive recalls has been rolling from the year 2010, when the Chrysler once said, based on the allegations NHTSA analysis and incomplete data, the comparison is not representative, as well as the results of previous safety tests can be used as evidence to reject the recall.

While NHTSA issued a statement about automotive recalls that contains the answer, "This vehicle may have a disability and presents risks to security," he continued urging Chrysler to change its position.

It's a rare automobile manufacturer said no, the recall order of the authorities, at least every decision must be consequences.



Interesting to observe the selection of Chrysler Group which rejected a request to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to withdraw artificial 1993-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberty from 2002 to 2007. The incidence was similar controversy when the Ford Pinto in 1977.

NHTSA unwarranted placement of the fuel tank on the Jeep less true, because it is behind the rear axle. Besides vulnerable to leaking, its position can cause a potential fire when a collision from the rear.


2/8/13

Sixteen models of Toyota's recalled after being modified


Washington - Toyota recall in Models  and years to be repaired is Avalon, FJ Cruiser, Highlander hybrid output 2009 - 2012, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, RAV4 and Tacoma production from 2009 to 2012, Highlander and Venza 2009 to 2013, Sequoia 2010 to 2012, Corolla, Sienna and Tundra from 2010 to 2013. Finally, the Prius V 2012.



Toyota back to recall 16 models manufactured from 2009 to 2013 with the number reached 3235 units. Models are required to be fixed is a modified vesi, including the addition of leather seat covers and installation DVD in headrests made ​​by dealers in the southeastern United States.

Due to modifications, special leather seat covers installation on front passenger air bag sensor interrupt. Since no re-calibrated, the sensor can not detect the weight of the passenger. As a result, when there is an accident the air bag did not inflate in an optimal or even inactive.


1/25/13

Recalling XL7 due to the fuel pump



CALIFORNIA -Suzuki XL7 owner will be notified by Suzuki authorized dealers, authorized to come to the workshop and the replacement of a defective fuel pump. Inspection and replacement parts free of charge.

Suzuki XL7 is affected by this recall of variants ranging from June 13, 2006 until December 22, 2006. Populations most in Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas.

 Suzuki announced the recall (recall) on a variant XL7 in the United States. Recall was conducted after the discovery of a problem with the fuel pump.

As reported by Inautonews, Tuesday (01/01/2013), the National Institute of Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA), asking the United States to withdraw Suzuki 2830 XL7 unit.

NHTSA said there is a problem in the fuel pump of  Suzuki XL7. These problems can create a rift in the plastic fuel pump.

If cracking occurs, it will result in a fuel leak. This is potentially a fire, if there is a spark in the engine.



1/22/13

recall of Hyundai Veloster for braking problems



WASHINGTON -  Hyundai Veloster affected by problems on the parking brake is Veloster produced on July 2, 2011 until February 27, 2012.
 
Hyundai dealers will replace the master and rear brake calipers. The recall will begin in January 2013.


Hyundai forced to do a recall  on a variant of Hyundai Veloster 2012 models.
 
A total of 4490 units 2012 Hyundai Velosters withdrawn from circulation after the parking brake bemasalah. There is the potential for faulty brakes, and make the car move while parked. Veloster affected by this recall is the manual transmission models.
 
As announced National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on the brake when parking problems can cause the car wandering, and may be dangerous to other vehicles.
 
"Moisture and dust cause the parking brake components become damaged and not operating properly. This could cause the vehicle to be unsafe when parking," said NHTSA as reported by Inside Line.
 

1/12/13

This recall's only published in Canada


OTTAWA - While recall is only published in Canada and a total of 293 vehicles were hit by the withdrawal. Subaru will extend the examination to the U.S. and other countries to the market for some time to come.

Subaru Forester models affected by the recall were manufactured 2009 to 2012. Then the alerts Legacy 2010 - 2011, 2010 to 2011 Subaru Outback and Subaru Tribeca models from 2006 to 2012.

Subaru enacting a recall (recall) in four variants Forester, Legacy, Outback and Tribeca. Recall was made after the model is potentially a fire.

As reported Inautonews, Friday (01/04/2013), the owners of the Subaru Forester, Subaru Legacy, Subaru Outback or Subaru Tribeca was asked to come to the authorized repair shop, to do inspection on the vehicle.

Examination will be conducted on the body of a cable under the lamp door. The reason is, there is the potential for a short circuit occurs in that section.

Subaru said the only vehicle that has lights under the door is affected by the recall. It is feared will be a short circuit when the car passes a puddle.




1/8/13

massive withdrawal of Pickup, Van, and SUV


DETROIT - Variants are affected by the recall are Escalde 2013 Cadillac, Escalade EXT and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Express Vans, Pickup Silverado, Tahoe and Suburban SUVs, GMC Savanna Van Sierra Pickup trucks and Yukon XL.

GM stated that the steering column will be replaced and the owner of the vehicle being towed does not have to pay a dime to the cost of such improvements. In the United States alone recall will begin on January 17, 2013.

massive recall (recall) still continues to haunt American automotive world. After withdrawal that occurred in 2013 this happened to Subaru, this year's second withdrawal withdrawal override largest American manufacturer General Motors (GM).

General Motors has announced a recall more than 69 thousand Pickup, Van, and SUV. The withdrawal is due to the potential damage to the steering column.

As reported Inautonews, National Institute of Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA) which variant of GM recall having a problem when the vehicle is parked and can walk myself, this could result in a crash for the driver.

About 55,000 vehicles are being recalled in the United States, 6310 in Canada, 670 in Mexico, and the 7084 is a car that is exported throughout the world.



12/14/12

recall again!


GM said it will contact the owners of the vehicles in question to get a replacement steering wheel airbag coil at no charge. But it was not explained when the recall will be initiated.

MANUFACTURER General Motors (GM) conduct a recall of the Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze and Sonic in the United States due to a problem on the driver's airbag system. The recall covers a total of 2949 vehicles.

According to the Road Traffic Safety United States (NHTSA), technical problems may cause the airbags did not inflate during a crash increasing the risk of injury to the driver.


11/22/12

Toyota's reputation's related to recall


Los Angeles,  - Until now, Toyota is constantly working to improve their vindication in the eyes of consumers. Especially, in terms of its reputation on safety concerns as well as struggling with the economic crisis going on in Europe, the yen and the aftermath of natural disasters in Japan last year.


Toyota surrendered and agreed to pay a fine of 25.5 million U.S. dollars due to a campaign calling for repairs (recall) the millions units, a few days ago. Payment is not given to the owner of the car, but the shareholders are seeking damages caused by the company's stock value plummeted drastically.

It was decided by the U.S. federal court held a hearing to demand compensation of people who buy Toyota shares from 10 May 2005 - February 2, 2010, reported by Japan Today (11/15/2012). Attorneys for the plaintiffs actually claim damages up to 124 million U.S. dollars, but only be granted in part.

The decision was issued just hours adrift before Toyota announced back "recall" 2.77 million units, due to problems in the water pump and power steering, Wednesday (11/14/2012). Just last month, Toyota announced a recall of 7.43 million vehicles around the world, including the best-selling models in the U.S. Camry and Corolla due to problems with the power window switch. Toyota Indonesia is also doing the same recall a similar campaign by the number of 53 000 units of Camry, Altis and Vios production 2006-2008.

Earlier this year, Toyota also announced a "recall" of two new models which is a continuation of a previous campaign in 2009 due to gas pedal problems. Conditions were even associated with more than 12 people died in the U.S.. Toyota then do a total of 12 million units worldwide. Even members of Congress to ask Toyota apologized to consumers and pay a fine of more than 50 million U.S.