Safety officials nationwide have increased a federal safety investigation of nearly 135,551 Ford models due to increased consumer complaints about engines failing without notice and with loss of power. The investigation of selected Ford Fiesta, Focus and EcoSport models from 2014 to 2021 that had the automaker’s 1.0-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine will continue due to […]
Federal Safety Agency Escalates Investigation Into Ford Timing Belt Components
Federal safety regulators are investigating a possible mechanical problem in a 1.0L, 3-cylinder, turbocharged engine in about 135,000 Ford cars. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has already upgraded the investigation due to reports of engine timing belt deterioration, low engine oil pressure warnings and unexpectedly large decreases or losses of engine power. The […]
Federal Regulators Launch Investigation Into Tesla Suspension Issues Covering 1.2 Million Vehicles
Modern vehicles are marvels of engineering and electronics, which means drivers rely heavily on safety features to keep them protected. Every significant probe by regulators is an opportunity to prevent even more issues from arising. When thousands of vehicles are potentially impacted by a defect, one small report can lead to thousands of others, with […]
Federal Probe Targets Rivian R1 Suspension After Alarming Failures
The Electric vehicle segment has developed into one of the fastest developing and scrutinized segments of the automobile market globally. In today’s automotive landscape, performance, design and technology is no longer just enough but also critically evaluated against real-world reliability and safety parameters. With rising EV adoption, even minor mechanical hiccups would transform into huge […]