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NHTSA Fines Hyundai $17.35 M for Delayed Recall
GM may be driving away with all of the recall headlines these days but they’re not the only automaker with issues. Hyundai has to pay a penalty for not reporting and carrying out a call-back of its Genesis.
Nearly 140,000 Recalled GM Vehicles are Missing
GM is mired in a recall debacle the likes of which this industry has never faced before. But things just keep getting worse for the Detroit-based automaker. Now they can’t find nearly 140,000 cars and trucks that are subject to their ignition-switch call-back.
GM Recall Website Inaccurate: NHTSA
If you’re using General Motors‘ recall website to check if your vehicle is safe, you might want to look elsewhere.
Petition Spurs NHTSA to Review Chevrolet Impala Airbag
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that it will be reviewing a petition filed in November that requests an investigation of older Chevrolet Impalas.
Why Rear-Drive Cars Struggle in Small Overlap Test
The Insurance Institute for Highway’s Safety’s (IIHS) small-overlap test is one of the hardest crash evaluations for a vehicle to pass, and interestingly, rear-wheel-drive models have a much more difficult time doing well for several reasons.
No NHTSA Officials Fired or Disciplined Over GM Recall
Although it looks like complaint data was handled improperly regarding GM’s ignition switch recall, no employees have been fired or disciplined at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
2015 Dodge Dart Earns NHTSA Five-Star Safety Rating
The 2015 Dodge Dart has earned the highest safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
NHTSA Looks to Regulate Smartphone Navigation Apps
In the battle against distracted driving, NHTSA is looking for the authority to regulate the use of smartphone apps while behind the wheel.
Ford Explorer Recall Closes NHTSA Investigation
Ford has recalled 195,527 Explorers for a possible power steering glitch.
NHTSA Reopens Investigation on Massive Airbag Recall
NHTSA has officially reopened an investigation into airbag defects that could lead to even more recalls.
Feds End $7,000 Daily Fines against General Motors
General Motors is no longer being fined $7,000 per day by federal safety regulators for failing to provide adequate information in the controversial ignition switch recall and subsequent investigation.
Jeep Air Bag Recall Under Investigation
A recall campaign from 2012 might not have adequately addressed issues with inadvertently deploying air bags in 744,000 Jeep vehicles.
2015 Mazda CX-5 Earns NHTSA Five-Star Safety Rating
The 2015 Mazda CX-5 has received the highest overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Should I Buy a Used Hyundai Santa Fe?
For 2007, Hyundai introduced its second-generation Santa Fe crossover with an all-new platform and smoother styling. Starting with the 2007 model year, the Santa Fe grew in size, bringing an optional third row of seats.
200,000 Nissan Vehicles Under Safety Investigation
The Department of Transportation is investigating 200,000 Nissans after owners complained about potentially serious braking issues.
Tire Safety Campaign Launched by NHTSA
You might not know how to properly check if the tires on your car are safe to use and the government wants to change that.
Should I Buy a Used Dodge Charger?
Return of the American Muscle Sedan Progeny of the ill-fated Daimler-Chrysler merger, the Dodge Charger came to be in 2005 as a throwback to classic muscle nostalgia in a full-size sedan body. With retro looks, paint schemes and a throwback for a name, the Charger was more than just a pretender thanks to models like…
Second High-Level GM Engineer Retires Following Recall
There’s more fallout from General Motors’ toxic ignition recall. Another high-level engineer is stepping down from his post.
US Looks to Increase Fines for Untimely Recalls
In the wake of the massive GM ignition switch recall, U.S. auto safety regulators want to increase the fines for untimely recalls.
2014 Ford Fiesta Earns Four-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
The 2014 Ford Fiesta has earned a four-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Saturn Ion Safety Probe Closed by NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed its safety probe on the 2004-2007 Saturn Ion.
Ford Transit Connect Wagon Scores Top Safety Marks
The Ford Transit Connect Wagon is as safe as can be, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
NHTSA Aims to Scare Distracted Drivers – Videos
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched its national campaign to fight distracted driving.
Evenflo Recalls 1.37M Child Seats for Sticking Buckles
If you own an Evenflo child seat, you may want to double check to see if it’s included in a recent recall.
