Ford Recall: Many Truck Models Included in Recall
Ford Motor Company recalled certain model trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment. The multi-function switch was shipped with a slider sub-component that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate. If any of these lights fail to activate, it could increase the risk of a crash.
The recall is expected to being on or before August 15, 2011 and affects nearly 27,000 vehicles. At that time, dealers will replace the switches free of charge.
| Vehicle Make / Model: | Model Year: |
| FORD / EXCURSION | 2002-2005 |
| FORD / F-250 | 2002-2004 |
| FORD / F-350 | 2002-2004 |
| FORD / F-450 SD | 2004 |
| FORD / F-550 | 2004 |
| FORD / F250 | 2005-2007 |
| FORD / F250 SUPER DUTY | 2002-2007 |
| FORD / F350 | 2005-2007 |
| FORD / F350 SUPER DUTY | 2002-2007 |
| FORD / F450 | 2002-2003, 2005-2007 |
| FORD / F450 SUPER DUTY | 2002-2007 |
| FORD / F550 | 2002-2003, 2005-2007 |
| FORD / F550 SUPER DUTY | 2002-2007 |
| FORD / RANGER | 2004-2011 |
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GM Recalls 2011 Escalade, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Sierra and Yukon Vehicles
General Motors recalled certain model year 2011 Cadillacs, Chevrolets and GMCs. The recall was issued due to intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts that may not have been tightened to the proper specification. The 2011 models included in the recall are:
- Cadillac Escalade
- Cadillac Escalade ESV 1500
- Cheverolet Silverado
- Chevrolet Suburban 1500
- Chevrolet Tahoe
- GMC Sierra
- GMC Yukon
- GMC Yukon XL1500
If the steering linkage bolts are not tightened to the proper specification, it could allow the joints to separate and the driver could experience loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. Approximately 750 vehicles are affected by this recall, which is due to begin on or before July 13, 2011. For more information, visit safercar.gov.
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Volvo 2012 S60 Recall
Volvo recalled approximately 450 S60s on June 3, 2011. The recall was on certain model year 2012 S60 passenger cars manufactured from January 18, 2011 through January 28, 2011. The male end of the fuel line quick connect was manufactured with dimensions out of specification, leading to excessive assembly force on the female connector assembly and the possibility that the locking function may not be engaged.
The 448 Volvo S60s affected by this recall may stall if the quick connector were to detach, increasing the risk of a crash. The customer may notice a fuel smell and leakage. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The recall is expected to begin in June 2011. Volvo dealers will replace the fuel line at no charge to the consumer. More information on motor vehicle recalls is available on safercar.gov.
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Toyota Recalls 2007-2011 Tundra
On May 12, 2011, Southeast Toyota recalled 2007-2011 Tundra vehicles for failure to comply with the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems” (TPMS) requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard #138. The TPMS on some vehicles may not have been properly calibrated. As a result, the low tire pressure warning light may not be activated if one or more of the vehicle’s tires fall below the threshold for when the low tire pressure warning lamp should illuminate.
If the driver does not receive a warning from the tire pressure monitor that one or more tires are underinflated, there is an increased risk that the vehicle will be driven with one or more tires underinflated and an increased risk of tire failure that may lead to a crash. Toyota reported that 1,629 units were affected by this recall.
The recall is expected to begin in May 2011. To remedy the situation, dealers will recalibrate the tire pressure monitoring system in compliance with the federal regulation at no charge.
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Volvo Recall on 2010-2011 XC90
Volvo recalled certain model year 2010-2011 XC90 vehicles on May 12, 2011. These vehicles were manufactured from January 29, 201 through August 16, 2010. The power steering fluid may from the oil pipe connection at the steering gear valve housing. If the power steering fluid were to leak, it could lead to a sudden loss of power steering and increase the risk of a crash.
Volvo reported 350 units affected by this recall. Owners will be notified of the recall on or before May 31, 2011. Dealers will replace the oil pipes on the power steering rack, at no charge, to remedy the situation. For more information see: safercar.gov
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