Sunday, December 22, 2024
Rivian recently recalled certain R1S and R1T models due to mislabeled weight capacities on their tire placards. This recall affects vehicles from 2022 and 2023, totaling 666 cars. Rivian is taking proactive steps, mailing corrected placards to owners to prevent any safety risks associated with the mislabeling.
General Motors is conducting a recall for Chevrolet Corvette models due to seatbelt retractors posing safety concerns. The issue involves potential lock-ups in the stored position, affecting select 2024 and 2025 Corvettes. This proactive measure aims to address safety risks and ensure the well-being of vehicle occupants.
Kia is recalling 2,209 2022 Niro EVs due to a battery safety plug problem that may cause fire hazards or power loss. Owners are urged not to charge indoors until the plug is replaced. Kia will inform affected owners for a free plug replacement at dealerships promptly.
The NHTSA is investigating complaints about VW ID.4 doors opening during operation. This issue, the second concerning the ID.4's doors, follows a recall due to water leakage. CarBuzz notes significant leasing discounts on 2023 ID.4 models. The investigation into door opening incidents aims to assess prior corrective actions' effectiveness.
Over 147,000 US electric vehicles are recalled by Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis due to faulty Integrated Charging Control Units potentially leading to power loss. Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU, fuse, and provide software updates for free. Owners can expect notifications soon. The Genesis GV70 electric model garners praise for its luxurious design and performance features.
Stellantis faces a federal lawsuit alleging that the Jeep Wrangler 4xe was marketed with a fire risk related to its lithium-ion battery packs. The lawsuit, involving nine complainants from seven states, claims that Stellantis should have been aware of the potential defect before launching the vehicles. Stellantis disputes the allegations and has initiated recalls and repairs.
Stellantis is recalling 199,143 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid SUVs due to software faults affecting the hybrid control processor. The issue causes the windshield defrost system to malfunction, posing safety concerns. Owners can expect complimentary software updates starting April 5.
GM temporarily halted Chevrolet Blazer EV sales in the US due to software quality concerns, promising ongoing software improvements. A new recall involves door strikers in the electric SUV and GM-branded crossovers due to potential fractures discovered during routine pre-installation tests at GM's San Luis Potosi plant in Mexico.