History Behind the Recall Nissan has announced a major recall impacting more than 480,000 vehicles across the United States and Canada due to a manufacturing defect in engine bearings that could lead to severe engine damage or total failure. The recall, issued on June 27, 2025, affects vehicles equipped with VC-Turbo engines, a technology designed…
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Ford Recalls Over 105,000 Mustangs for Lighting Malfunction Risks
History Behind the Recall Ford has issued a new recall impacting 105,441 Mustang vehicles from the 2024 and 2025 model years after identifying a defect that could affect exterior lighting. According to the automaker, water intrusion into the body control module can disrupt communication with the car’s lighting system, leading to license plate, tail, and…
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Speedometers Could Go Blank: Toyota Recalls Nearly 600,000 Vehicles for Failing Digital Display
History Behind the Recall Toyota has announced a major safety recall affecting nearly 600,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles in the United States after reports that the 12.3-inch digital instrument panel may go blank while driving or at startup. The defect wipes out vital information such as the speedometer, warning lights, and malfunction indicators, increasing the…
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Hyundai Recalls Over 560,000 Palisade SUVs for Seat Belt Safety Defect
History Behind the Recall Hyundai has issued a major safety recall impacting 568,580 Palisade SUVs across the United States due to a defect involving seat belt buckles that may not properly latch. The issue, reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), could prevent passengers from being safely restrained in the event of a…
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Can You Settle a California Lemon Law Claim Without Going to Court?
When your car turns out to be a lemon, the thought of going to court can feel daunting. Many people worry about drawn-out trials, complicated procedures, and the stress that comes with litigation. The good news is that most California Lemon Law claims are resolved without ever stepping into a courtroom. In fact, settlement is…
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Volvo to Replace Central Computers in All 2025 EX90s After Ongoing Software Failures
Volvo has confirmed it will replace the central computers in every 2025 EX90 following a wave of software glitches and performance issues reported by owners. The decision comes after more than a year of complaints from EX90 drivers about widespread problems ranging from unreliable keyless entry to infotainment crashes and Google Assistant failures. Despite Volvo’s…
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Ford Recalls Over 115,000 Super Duty Trucks for Steering Defect
Ford has announced a safety recall affecting more than 115,000 heavy-duty trucks due to a steering column issue that could result in loss of control. The recall, assigned NHTSA campaign number 25V-XXX and Ford reference 25S94, involves 2020–2021 Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 models. These vehicles may have steering column upper shafts that…
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NHTSA Audits Kia’s Engine Recall Repair Affecting 137,000 Vehicles
Kia is under scrutiny once again. This time not for issuing a recall, but for how well they fixed one. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an official audit into the effectiveness of Kia’s previous recall remedy involving over 137,000 2021–2023 Kia Soul and Seltos models equipped with 2.0-liter Nu MPI engines. …
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“Certified” or Not? What California Law Really Says About Used Car Sales
If you’re in the market for a used car in California, chances are you’ve seen the word “certified” plastered across dealer ads and windshields. It sounds reassuring, but what does it actually mean? More importantly, can dealers legally call any used car “certified”? Thanks to California Vehicle Code § 11713.18, there are strict rules in…
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Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Dangerous Windshield Wiper Defect in GM SUVs
A new class action lawsuit has been filed against General Motors (GM), alleging that several of its most popular 2023 and 2024 full-size SUVs suffer from a critical safety defect affecting windshield wipers. Reports of wipers suddenly stopping working, leaving drivers unable to see in inclement weather. What’s the Class Action About? The complaint claims…
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