Recalls & Safety
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Four Arrested and Race Car Seized in NY After Illegal Drag Racing Incident
Police in Suffolk County, NY, arrested four men and seized a race car, truck, and trailer after breaking up an illegal drag racing gathering.
Toyota and Lexus Recall 617 Models Due to Defective Steering Knuckles
Toyota and Lexus are recalling 617 models due to a defective steering knuckle issue.
Missouri Man Sentenced to 51 Months in Prison for Buying $333,000 Worth of Cars with Fake Documents
A St. Louis man has been sentenced to 51 months in prison for fraudulently purchasing five vehicles worth $333,000 using stolen personal information and fake documents.
Family Sues Tesla After Model X Allegedly Surged Through Red Light
A Washington family is suing Tesla after their Model X allegedly accelerated through a red light without driver input, causing injuries and damage.
New York Dealer Ordered to Refund Over $1 Million to Buyers Over Shady Selling Tactics
DARCARS to refund customers over $1 million due to deceptive sales practices.
Jaguar Land Rover Recalls 23,677 Vehicles Due to Electrical Gremlin That Can Cause Sudden Engine Shutdown
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling over 23,000 vehicles in the US due to a DCDC converter fault that can cause the engine to shut off suddenly.
One Tiny Bolt Is Giving VW SUVs A Big Handling Headache
Volkswagen is recalling 208,724 SUVs due to a steering rack securing bolt that could corrode and break off.
BYD Shark 6 Recalled In Australia Over Runaway Spare Wheels
BYD has recalled over 36,000 Shark 6 pickups in Australia due to a defect in the spare wheel carrying assembly.
Ford Recalls Mustang Mach-E Due to Potentially Faulty Battery Repair
Ford recalls 86 Mustang Mach-Es due to incorrect battery health reporting after battery controller replacement.
Over 200,000 Jeeps Have A Faulty Convenience Feature Owners Love
Jeep recalls over 200,000 vehicles due to software issue affecting tire pressure monitoring systems.
Cop Shared Flock Data With Woman’s Alleged Abuser, But Won’t Face Charges
A San Jose police officer was fired for sharing Flock tracking information with his cousin, who was accused of domestic violence, but won't face charges due to a gap in California law.
California Cops Catch Jetta Driver With A Push-Button Plate Hider
A Volkswagen Jetta driver was caught with a device that could hide its license plate, allegedly to avoid paying tolls.
Man Clings to Moving Tesla While Fleeing Knife-Wielding Driver
A wild video shows a man desperately clinging to a moving Tesla as another man allegedly pursues him with a knife in Surrey, British Columbia.
South Carolina Street Takeover Ends With 80 Arrests And 38 Cars Impounded
A massive street takeover in Greenville County, South Carolina, resulted in 80 arrests, 38 impounded vehicles, and 10 seized firearms.
Cutler Bay SUV Driver Arrested After Swerving Into Cyclists, Firing Shot
A 40-year-old Homestead man was arrested after he allegedly swerved an SUV into a group of cyclists in Cutler Bay and fired a shot into the ground. Here is what the footage and charging documents show.
Dodge Durango Recalls: Thousands Affected by Spoiler Issue
Dodge Durango recalls continue due to a rear spoiler that can detach while driving, affecting nearly 75,000 vehicles.
BMW's Unconventional Fix for Driveshaft Recall: Glue or Replacement?
BMW recalls 27,720 vehicles due to worn driveshaft-to-differential connection, with a surprising fix involving adhesive or part replacement.
GM Bans Used and Aftermarket Parts from All ADAS Collision Repairs
GM prohibits the use of non-genuine and used parts in ADAS collision repairs, citing reliability and safety concerns.
Arkansas Police PIT Maneuver Ends in 130-MPH Crash, Injuring Innocent Elderly Pair
An Arkansas State Police trooper's PIT maneuver during a high-speed chase ended in a violent crash, seriously injuring two uninvolved elderly motorists.
Backup Cameras Have Triggered 21 Million Recalls, And It Isn’t The Camera’s Fault
Backup cameras have triggered over 21 million recalls in the US since becoming mandatory eight years ago, with the issue often stemming from infotainment system glitches rather than camera malfunctions.
Porsche Driver Arrested After Allegedly Hitting 96 MPH in 45 MPH Zone
A Florida driver was arrested after deputies said a Porsche reached 96 mph in a 45 mph zone, crossing the state's dangerous speeding threshold.
Lucid Air Recall Expands Over Half-Shaft Bolt Problem
Lucid recalled 3,852 Air Pure RWD cars over half-shaft bolts that can cause sudden power loss. A former manager also alleges he warned Lucid before the recalls.
Toyota Tacoma Recall: 48,000 Trucks Face Shock Corrosion Issue
Toyota is recalling about 48,000 2024-2025 Tacoma TRD Off-Road trucks after shock absorber reservoirs were found at risk of corrosion and detachment.
Tesla Driver Blames Autopilot for Speeding, Insists He Wasn't Driving
A Colorado driver attempted to blame Tesla's Autopilot system for a speeding ticket, claiming he wasn't driving at the time.