Last week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced several vehicle recalls. Among these was a recall for over 116,000 Peterbilt and Kenworth semi-trucks. The issue with these trucks involves improperly crimped connectors in the gear shifter.
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Here’s a brief overview of vehicle recalls from March 10 to March 16, as reported by the NHTSA.
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Hyundai is recalling certain models due to a risk of an engine compartment fire. The recall affects 28,439 vehicles, including the 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70. The issue is with the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, which may deteriorate and leak oil. If oil leaks near hot engine components, it could lead to a fire. Hyundai dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe at no cost. Owners should expect recall notification letters by May 7. For more information, Hyundai customer service can be reached at 1-855-371-9460, referencing recall number 019G.
Ford is addressing a problem with the rearview camera in some of its 2020 Explorer vehicles. A total of 1,988 vehicles are being recalled due to a poor electrical connection that may result in a blank or distorted rearview camera image. This issue could increase the risk of a crash. Ford will replace the affected rearview cameras for free. Notification letters will be sent by April 8. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, with the recall number 20C19.
Ford is also recalling 9,847 of its 2023-2024 Bronco 4-door vehicles. The concern is that the left-side rear door may open from the inside when the child safety lock is engaged. This malfunction could increase the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect and replace the child safety locks if necessary, free of charge. Owners will be notified by April 16. For assistance, contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, recall number 24S15.
Jaguar has issued a recall for 258 of its 2019 I-Pace vehicles due to a risk of the high-voltage battery overheating, which could lead to a fire. Jaguar is currently working on a remedy. In the meantime, owners are advised to park and charge their vehicles outdoors and limit charging to a maximum of 75% capacity. Recall notifications are expected by April 26. For more information, contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827, recall number H484.
Honda is recalling 245 of its 2023 Passport and Ridgeline vehicles. The issue is with the inner ball joint housing in the steering gearbox assembly, which may loosen and detach from the steering rack. This could result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gearbox free of charge. Notification letters will be mailed by April 15. Honda customer service can be reached at 1-888-234-2138, recall number LHY.
Tesla is recalling several of its models due to the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds being muted after a factory reset. This affects 6,557 vehicles across the 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y. Without the PWS noise, there’s an increased risk of a crash. Tesla has released an over-the-air software update to fix the issue. Owners will be notified by April 27. For assistance, contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752, recall number SB-24-00-006.
Chrysler is recalling 1,831 of its right-hand drive 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles due to a potential airbag malfunction. Debris contamination may cause the clockspring to fail, preventing the driver’s airbag from deploying in a crash. Dealers will replace the clockspring, steering wheel back cover, and steering column shrouds for free. Notification letters will be sent by May 3. For more information, contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403, recall number 27B.
PACCAR is recalling 116,343 of its 2021-2024 Peterbilt, Kenworth, and 2021-2025 T680 trucks. The recall is due to improperly crimped connectors in the right-hand gear shifter stalk, which could lead to a loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission. This may disable the semi-truck, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the gear shifter assembly if necessary, free of charge. Recall notifications will be mailed by May 7. Owners can contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220, recall numbers 24PBE and 24KWE.