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NewsApril 29, 2015

Ford Recalls Fusion, Edge and MKZ for Steering

Nearly 520,000 Ford vehicles in North America are at risk for road salt-related corrosion that may cause steering gear motor attachment bolts to fracture.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2015

Feds Warn About Salt-Linked Brake Damage [Watch]

In vehicles from the 2007 and earlier model years, repeated seasonal exposure to road salt can lead to brake line failure, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.

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Videosby StaffApril 9, 2015

Road Salt Spells Trouble for Cars

Drivers with older vehicles advised to regularly wash the undercarriage throughout the winter, and to thoroughly clean the vehicle at the end of winter.

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NewsJanuary 13, 2015

Subaru Recalls Vehicles for Brake Line Corrosion

The action affects 198,900 Impreza, WRX, STI and Forester vehicles previously recalled in states that use road salts for snow removal efforts.

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NewsOctober 29, 2014

Ford Recalls Edge SUVs for Fire Risk

Ford is recalling 204,448 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX SUVs in North American states that use road salt for snow and ice removal. Potential fuel leaks can arise from corrosion.

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NewsOctober 1, 2014

Mitsubishi Recalls i-MiEV for Brake Vacuum Pump

The recall covers 1,810 2010-2014 model-year electric cars.

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NewsJuly 3, 2014

Subaru Recalls 660K Vehicles for Brake Line Corrosion

The vehicles are at risk for brake line damage in states that use road salt for snow removal efforts.

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NewsMarch 18, 2013

Ford Recalling 2013-MY Focus, C-MAX and Escape Vehicles

Ford dealers will address a potential problem involving the left rear-door child lock. The recall is expected to begin March 25.

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NewsAugust 28, 2012

GM Recalling 2006-2007 MY SUVs in States Known for Harsh Winters

WASHINGTON – General Motors is recalling 249,260 2006-2007 model-year SUVs originally sold or currently registered in states where winter use of road salts and other materials heightens the risk of corrosion.

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Market Trendsby Mike AntichJuly 27, 2010

Uptick in Fuel-Related Problems in Diesel Trucks

The EPA mandated the use of ULSD, effective June 1, 2006. Since then, there has been an uptick in reports of fuel-related problems, such as corrosion in storage tanks and dispensing systems, onboard vehicle fuel tank corrosion, clogged filters, and seal and gasket deterioration. What has the industry scratching its "collective head" is the chronological correlation between the uptick in fuel-related problems and the introduction of ULSD. Is there a connection between the two?

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