Auto Defects

Time to Take the Wheel

“With one hand they want to say how amazing self-driving technology is going to be, and how…

U.S. safety agency discussing Tesla camera replacements

“Reports of a service campaign repair to malfunctioning front-end cameras that are critical to Tesla’s driver assistance…

Three ways the new infrastructure bill may protect kids

Jason Levine, executive director of the Center for Auto Safety, calls these measures “a good start.” But…

River Forest BMW car fire exposes similar complaints connected to luxury vehicle brand

“Eighteen total recalls involving this vehicle and five of which have actually been in some way related…

Experts warn firefighters need to be better prepared as electric vehicle fires become more common

“This is a problem that is solvable, we just need to make sure we’re giving everyone the…

Kia Connecting Rod Bearing Failure Prompts Optima Hybrid, Optima PHEV Recall

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration became aware of the failing connecting rod bearings on June 11th,…

2nd Driver killed by air bag inflator from Tennessee’s ARC; recall underway

“Jason Levine, executive director of the nonprofit Center for Auto Safety, said manufacturers have tried in the…

Center for Auto Safety Calls on Nissan and Federal Government to Address Melting Dashboards

October 6, 2021 For Immediate Release Contact: Jason Levine, [email protected], 202-328-7700 Center for Auto Safety Calls on Nissan…

Hyundai Engine Recall Follows 45 Engine Fires

The Hyundai engine recall is the result of a June 2018 petition to the National Highway Traffic…