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NHTSA

2011-12 Ford Mustang Under Investigation

September 14, 2011

The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration opened an investigation into 26,000 manual-equipped Ford Mustangs from model years 2011 to 2012. NHTSA received 32 complaints regarding an inability to shift gears. The complaints range from the grinding of gears to the complete lockout. The alleged issue exists on both V6 and V8 Mustangs. The investigation by NHTSA, [...]

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Volkswagen Jetta Investigated for Fuel Leak

September 13, 2011

The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration opened a preliminary investigation in August into the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta TDI. NHTSA received several complaints about leaks between the fuel line and the fuel injectors. The affected Jettas range in mileage from 2,470 to 7,764, according to the report. These investigations by NHTSA are the first step in the recall [...]

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GM recalls Buick LaCrosse & Chevrolet Impala

September 12, 2011

General Motors is recalling about 15,000 vehicles to fix two issues, reprogramming the electronic stability control in some 2012 Buick LaCrosse cars and adjusting the power-steering hose on the 2012 Chevrolet Impala. The automaker is recalling 10,344 Impalas to adjust the upper power-steering house that could fail because of heat from the catalytic converter. GM discovered the problem [...]

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Ford Ranger Part Recall

July 21, 2011

Ford and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have recalled over 26, 000 vehicles. This recall involves the 2011 Ford Ranger, including the parts sold to dealerships for the 2004-2011 Ford Ranger, 2002-2007 Ford E-Series, and 2002-2005 Ford Excursion. A faulty switch could deform over time, which could stop the turn signals, taillights, hazard lights, or brake lights [...]

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