
NHTSA proposes changes aimed at protecting occupants of smaller cars, and the public has until mid-February to offer feedback.
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The recall covers 809 E350 and E350 4Matic luxury vehicles in the 2014 model year.
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Meanwhile, three automakers are expanding their passenger air bag recalls, and an eighth U.S. fatality has been tied to exploding air bag inflators.
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Dealers need to replace a faulty console compartment lid latch assembly in 8,763 2016-MY trucks.
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The recall, set to get under way next week, covers about 9,000 vehicles manufactured in 2012 and 2013.
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The recall, which covers 868 2013-MY vehicles, also includes Flex, Police Interceptor Utility, Taurus, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles at risk for fuel leaks.
Read More →A watershed moment occurred July 21, 2015, with the introduction of a first-of-its-kind bill, the Security and Privacy in Your Car Act. It directs NHTSA to conduct a rulemaking to issue vehicle cybersecurity regulations against unauthorized access to electronic controls or driving data. There are number of stakeholders in the “OBD ecosystem.” In addition to government regulators and auto OEMs, important OBD stakeholders include fleet managers, aftermarket suppliers, and industry associations.
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This NHTSA-imposed penalty could potentially double if the automaker fails to comply with a new consent order and commits other safety violations.
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Movie fans flocking to see “The Force Awakens” will also be reminded not to drink and drive this holiday season, thanks to new ads from NHTSA.
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The problem is tied to corrosion that might occur if the driver enters the car with footwear covered in snow and road salt.
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