Double K Recalls Buses with Trans Air TA 73 Evaporators Due to Potential Short Circuits
February 26, 2011
Ford Recalls 150,000 Year 2005 & 2006 F-150 Pickup Trucks: Air Bags
February 23, 2011
Ford is recalling about 150,000 year 2005 and 2006 F-150 pickup trucks due to airbags that could deploy without warning, and without crashes.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) cited 77 injuries and suggested to Ford in 2010 that they should recall over 1.3-million F-150 trucks, according to the Associated Press story featured on CBS News.
Cadillac CTS Recall – Years 2009 and 2010 – Loss of Control
February 22, 2011
GM is recalling over 44,000 Cadillac CTS vehicles (2009-2010) because a problem with the rear suspension hardware could cause a sudden loss of control resulting in a crash.
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Medtec Recalls Certain 2010 Ambulance Vans
February 22, 2011
Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):
MEDTEC / TYPE II (VAN) 2010
Manufacturer: MEDTEC AMBULANCE CORPORATION Mfr’s Report Date: FEB 14, 2011
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 11V098000
N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: SEATS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 87
Summary:
MEDTEC IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AMBULANCE TYPE II VANS FOR NOT COMPLYING WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, “SEATING SYSTEMS,” AND FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, “SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES.” THE REAR FACING AMBULANCE ATTENDANT SEAT UTILIZES A STEEL FLOOR REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE ALUMINUM FLOOR SUBSTRUCTURE AND THE REINFORCEMENT PLATE WAS OMITTED IN SOME AMBULANCE BODIES.
Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGE MAY DISCONNECT FROM THE FLOOR CAUSING THE ASSEMBLY TO FAIL TO RESTRAIN THE SEAT OCCUPANT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE MISSING REINFORCEMENT PLATE UNDER THE FLOOR SUBSTRUCTURE FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MEDTEC TOLL-FREE AT 1-866-263-3832.
Honda Fit Recall Update: Vehicle Stalls Due to Engine and Cooling Problems
February 22, 2011
Some of the information below may have been updated since the original Honda Fit Recall alert. Also see the following recalls, which may make you change your mind about buying a 2007-2008 Honda Fit:
- Honda Fit Recall: 2007 & 2008 Models – Headlight Problems
- Honda Fit Recall: 2007-2008 Models – Fire Hazard
- Honda Fit Recall: 2007-2008 Models – Power Window Switch
Toyo Tire Recalls Certain Model Tires Due to Improper Chemical Mixture in the Rubber
February 16, 2011
Fairplay Electric Cars Recalling Certain Vehicles Due to Fuse Problem
February 10, 2011
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| Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,632 | ||||||||
Morgan Trailer is Recalling Certain 2010 Penske Vehicles Due to Chassis Problems
February 10, 2011
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| Potential Number of Units Affected: 729 | ||||||||
Coachmen is Recalling Certain Brookstone Trailers Due to Improperly Installed Microwaves and Risk of Fire
February 10, 2011
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Terex is Recalling Certain Utility Vehicles Due to Defective Lanyard Anchors
February 10, 2011
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| Potential Number of Units Affected: 254 | ||||||||
Navistar is Recalling Certain 2011 Onyx Travel Trailers Due to Suspension Problems
February 10, 2011
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| Potential Number of Units Affected: 11 | ||||||||
Strick is Recalling Vans Due to Defective Axle Components
February 10, 2011
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| Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 94 | ||||||||
Ford is Recalling Certain 2011 Explorer’s Due to Faulty Seats
February 10, 2011
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| Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,658 | ||||||||
Suzuki is Recalling Certain Vehicles Due to Faulty Drive Belt.
February 10, 2011
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| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 32,291 | ||||||||
Motor Coach is Recalling Certain RV’s Due to Faulty Fuel Line.
February 10, 2011
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| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 371 | ||||||||
Coachmen is Recalling Certain RV’s Due to Faulty Thermal Switch in Refrigerators.
February 10, 2011
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| Component: EQUIPMENT | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 888 | ||||||||
Coachmen is Recalling Certain RV’s Due to Faulty Remote Control Receivers.
February 10, 2011
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| Component: EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 740 | ||||||||
Newmar is Recalling Certain Recreational Vehicles Due to Potential Defects in the Electrical Systems.
February 10, 2011
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| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 106 | ||||||||
Winnebago Recalls Certain Motor Homes Due to Incorrect Fuel Hose Material
February 10, 2011
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| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 241 | ||||||||
Keystone RV is Recalling Range Ovens Due to Possible Propane Gas Line Fractures.
February 10, 2011
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| Component: EQUIPMENT | ||||||||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 318 | ||||||||
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