May 24, 2018
Airbag Control Module May Fail, Preventing Airbag Deployment in a Crash
GMC Terrain 2018
The sensing diagnostic module, the unit that detects a crash and triggers the airbags, may not power down correctly when the vehicle is turned off.
May 23, 2018
Loose Engine Pulley Bolt Can Cause Sudden Steering Loss
BMW X5 2009–2013
The engine idler pulley bolt on certain diesel X5 vehicles can loosen over time and break.
False Low-Fuel Reading Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk
Land Rover Discovery 2017Land Rover Range Rover 2017Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2017
The fuel gauge on these vehicles can show a low fuel level and turn on the warning light even when the tank holds more fuel.
Sliding Door May Not Reverse If Blocked, Risking Injury
Kia Sedona 2015–2018
Certain sliding side doors on these minivans are equipped with a power sliding door system whose software may fail to make the door reverse when its closing path is obstructed.
May 22, 2018
Loose Transmission Mount Can Damage Driveshaft and Cut Power
Mercedes-Benz Metris 2015–2017
The transmission support may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle body.
May 17, 2018
Transmission Module Can Fail, Cutting Speed and Acceleration
Suzuki Kizashi 2013Suzuki SX4 2013
The transmission control module in certain continuously variable transmission (CVT) vehicles may fail.
Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk
RAM 1500 2014–2019Chrysler 300 2014–2018Dodge Charger 2014–2018+12 more models
A short circuit in the wiring can stop the cruise control from disengaging, whether by pressing the brake pedal or switching the system off manually.
May 16, 2018
Control Unit May Fail, Disabling Safety Alerts
Porsche Macan 2018Porsche Macan S 2018
A control unit in these vehicles may fail, which can prevent safety-related functions such as driver display alerts.
Parking Brake Cable May Not Hold Vehicle in Place
Ford F-650 SD 2018Ford F-750 SD 2018
The parking brake cable on these trucks may not have been adjusted properly.
Engine Software May Stop Fuel Pump, Causing Stalls
BMW M5 2018
In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop operating.
Loose Front Ball Joint Nut Can Cause Loss of Steering Control
Volkswagen Tiguan 2018
The nut holding the lower ball joint on each front wheel may be loose or improperly tightened.
Passenger Side Airbag May Deploy Improperly in Crash
Audi S5 Cabriolet 2018
The seat-mounted head/thorax airbag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
Modified VWs May Not Meet Federal Safety Rules
Volkswagen Golf 2011–2016Volkswagen CC 2012–2016Volkswagen EOS 2012–2016+5 more models
Some 2011-2017 Volkswagen vehicles were modified while they were in an internal evaluation period, and those changes may mean the vehicles do not fully comply with all applicable federal regulatory requirements.
May 14, 2018
Wrong brake fluid label could lead to incorrect fluid use
Ford ECO Sport 2018
Some vehicles were shipped with a brake fluid reservoir cap label and owner's manual meant for European markets rather than US markets.
Loss of power can stall engine, raising crash risk
BMW 335d 2010–2011
On certain 2010-2011 BMW 335d vehicles with diesel engines, the connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade over time.
May 10, 2018
Fuel Leak Risk After Rear Crash or Rollover Raises Fire Danger
Chevrolet Cruze 2016–2018
Certain Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles with gasoline engines and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire may leak fuel after a rear-impact crash or rollover.
May 3, 2018
Control Arm Shafts May Crack, Risking Loss of Handling
Porsche 918 Spyder 2015
The connecting shafts of the front longitudinal and transverse control arms, and the rear control arms, can crack over time due to stress corrosion.
Missing Body Welds May Weaken Crash Protection
Freightliner Sprinter 2500 2017Freightliner Sprinter 3500 2017Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 2017+1 more model
Some vans have spot welds missing on the front side wall, where the door frame connects to the hinge reinforcements near the A-pillar.
Driver's Seat Belt Cable Can Fatigue and Break
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2015–2016Chevrolet Tahoe 2015–2016
The flexible steel cable that connects the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat can be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield each time the driver gets in and out of the vehicle.
Liquid leak can corrode window switch and raise fire risk
Chevrolet Express 2014–2017GMC Savana 2014–2017
Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch on certain vans.
May 2, 2018
Fuel Tank May Leak, Creating Fire Risk
Volkswagen Atlas 2018
The fuel tank may leak fuel because of a manufacturing error.
May 1, 2018
Brake hoses may corrode and leak fluid, risking brake loss
Some brake hoses on these trucks may have been built without anti-corrosion plating on their metal end fittings, called ferrules.
Rear Control Arms Can Crack, Causing Loss of Control
Jeep Liberty 2004–2007
Corrosion can cause the rear suspension lower control arms on certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles to fracture.
Front Control Arm May Separate, Risking Loss of Control
Jeep Compass 2018
Some front lower control arms may have been incorrectly welded at the factory.
Transmission May Not Shift Into Park, Risking Rollaway
Chrysler 300 2018Dodge Challenger 2018Dodge Charger 2018+4 more models
An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in certain vehicles.
Front driveshaft may detach, risking a crash
Dodge Charger 2015–2018
Certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles with all-wheel drive and V8 engines may have a front driveshaft whose universal joint can seize or fracture.
Fuel Tube May Leak Fuel and Cause Engine Fire
Jeep Cherokee 2018
A fuel tube in some vehicles may have been manufactured with a defect that allows fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
April 30, 2018
Water Can Corrode Wiring, Risking Electrical Short and Fire
Ford Transit 2015–2017
Water can get into the trailer tow module in certain 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles and corrode the wiring.
April 27, 2018
Headlights Could Be Knocked Out of Aim, Reducing Road Lighting
Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 2017Mercedes-Benz E 300 2017Mercedes-Benz E 400 2017
Some 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, E400 and E43 AMG vehicles have headlight horizontal adjustment screws that may not be properly sealed behind a non-removable cap.
Oil Leak Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire Risk
Mercedes-Benz AMG GL63 2013–2016Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 2012–2015Mercedes-Benz GL350 2013–2016+14 more models
The Active Curve System (ACS) reservoir in certain vehicles can lose oil when the oil level drops below the minimum.