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Ford Continues to Prosper Despite January SUV, Minivan & Truck Recalls

Following a busy 2011, which included the recall of over 1 million of its top-selling F-150 pickups, Ford just announced the recall of about 539,000 SUVs and minivans over “potential flaws that could trigger brake fluid leaks or a loss... Read more

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Fire Risk Prompts Chevy Volt Call Back, Potential Consumer Safety Doubt

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently reported on the status of a “safety defect investigation into the potential risk of fire in Chevy Volts.” According to the Associated Press, General Motors will request about 8,000 Volt owners return their... Read more

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BMW Recall: Loose Driveshaft, Other Defects Lead to Potential Crashes and Lawsuits

The Wall Street Journal recently announced the recall of several all-wheel-drive 2011 BMW 328i and 335i sport sedans due to a potential issue with the vehicles’ front driveshaft bolts. According to the news source, this recall involves about 190 vehicles... Read more

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Potential Engine Seizure, Lawsuits Lead to Chrysler Recall

A recent Consumer Reports notice explained that "Chrysler is recalling 667 model-year 2012 vehicles because debris inside the engine block could cause connecting rod bearing failure, which can lead to engine seizure and thereby increase the risk of a crash."... Read more

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Toyota to Recall 550,000 Vehicles Due to Potential Steering Problems, Lawsuits

USA Today reports that due to a steering problem, Toyota Motors is recalling about 550,000 of its vehicles worldwide. “The defect involves the crankshaft pulley on V-6 Toyota- and Lexus-brand vehicles -- four-cylinder models are not affected,” the news source... Read more

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