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Top 5 Biggest Automotive Recalls in History: The Short List
Which vehicles are affected by these epic recalls and what components have caused enough trouble to recall millions of cars? Find out in this Short List video.
NHTSA May Reopen Investigation into Jeep Fires
Nearly 3 million older Jeeps may be coming under NHTSA’s microscope once again. The federal agency could reopen an investigation into these vehicles because there have been dozens of gas-tank fires following rear-end crashes.
Chrysler Recalls 900,000 Vehicles for Fire Risk
Chrysler is recalling over 900,000 vehicles worldwide because of defects that could cause fires.
2016 Acura NSX Burns to the Ground on the Nurburgring
Something went horribly wrong when Acura took the new NSX out for testing on the Nurburgring.
2014 Maserati Quattroporte Recalled for Wiring Flaw
Exotic Italian car builder Maserati is calling back 63 of its new Quattroporte sedans in the U.S.
Second Tesla Model S Fire Reported in Mexico
Another Tesla Model S has caught fire following a crash, bringing up another round of questions regarding the safety of electric cars.
NHTSA Investigating Jeep Liberty for Potential Fire Risk
“Give me liberty, or give me death!” This famous quotation is attributed to American patriot Patrick Henry. His willingness to lay down his life for a cause is enviable but we’re pretty sure he wouldn’t want to die by fire. As such it’s a good thing he doesn’t drive a Jeep Liberty.
NHTSA “Gathering Data” About Tesla Model S Fire
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the Tesla Model S after one of the luxury electric cars caught on fire and was destroyed.
2014 Dodge Durango ‘Special Service’ Revealed
Dodge just announced its 2014 Durango Special Service SUV, which will compete directly with the Ford Police Interceptor SUV and Chevrolet Tahoe PPV.
Tesla Model S Catches Fire, Video Spurs Drop in Stock Value
A video of a Tesla Model S engulfed in flames surfaced on the Internet today, prompting the American automaker’s stock value to take a tumble.
Silverado Concepts Ready for Emergency Response
Chevrolet just unveiled two new concept trucks at the State Fair of Texas focused on emergency response teams.
GM Recall Might Expand Under NHTSA Probe
Nearly 5,000 vehicles could be added to a recall General Motors announced in May.
Owners Push NHTSA to Conduct Crash Tests on Jeep SUVs
Jeep owners are urging the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to insist that Chrysler do more than install trailer hitch assemblies on older Jeep SUVs as well as having the vehicles crash-tested with the protective trailer hitches.
Chrysler Refuses to Recall 2.7 Million Jeep SUVs
Chrysler said today that it does not intend to call-back roughly 2.7 million vehicles to make repairs despite the government requesting a recall.
Ford, Lincoln Vehicles Recalled for Fuel Leak, Fire Risk
Yet again, Ford’s all-new 2013 Escape is the subject of a recall campaign because of a flaw that could lead to a fire.
Fisker Reports $30 M Loss in N.J. Port From Sandy
Fisker is reporting that it lost $30 million in inventory after Superstorm Sandy flooded a New Jersey port.
Lotus Evora Recalled for Fire Risk: 80 Affected
Lotus is recalling 80 of its 2011 supercharged Evora sport cars because an oil hose could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
Honda Accord Recalled for Possible Fire Hazard
Honda Accord V6 models from 2003 to 2007 are being recalled to fix a defective power steering hose that can leak fluid and catch on fire.
Maryland Speed Cameras Monitored on Camera
What’s the best way to react when people start smashing, burning and shooting speed cameras in the area you govern? Replace them and install cameras to watch those cameras, of course.
Lamborghini Gallardo, Gallardo Spyder Recalled
Italian exotic sports car manufacturer Lamborghini is recalling 96 of its Gallardos and Gallardo Spyders ranging from model years 2004 through 2006.
Colorado Springs Fire Could Delay Pike’s Peak Hill Climb
Fire that is currently ravaging the section of the Rocky Mountains running through Colorado Springs, Colo. could possibly delay this year’s Pikes Peak Hill Climb, still set for July 8, if the blaze progresses west.
Chevrolet Cruze Recalled for Fire Risk: Every Car Included
Things aren’t looking so hot for the Chevrolet Cruze, or maybe just the opposite depending on your perspective.
Jeep Wrangler Recalled for Fire Risk
Chrysler has just issued a recall for 87,000 Jeep Wrangler models due to a risk that they could catch fire.
Williams F1 Garage Burns After Spanish Grand Prix Victory – Video
The Williams F1 team’s victory celebration was cut short when its garage got engulfed in flames, a bizarre incident that occurred moments after the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, Spain ended. The team had just captured its first victory in eight years when something in the garage sparked an explosion. Early speculation had it pointing…
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