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    United States
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    Screenshot of features available through NHTSA’s new recalls dashboard.
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    NHTSA launches interactive, searchable recall dashboard

    July 1, 2021
    The website makes over 50 years of recall data easily available to the public.
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    NHTSA enhances transparency of whistleblower program

    June 14, 2021
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today posted a new website to make it easier for any employee or contractor of a motor vehicle manufacturer, part supplier, ...
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    NHTSA announces 2020 update on AEB installation by 20 automakers

    Feb. 10, 2021
    The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the progress of 20 automakers toward manufacturing passenger vehicles with low...
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    NHTSA releases 2019 crash fatality data

    Dec. 21, 2020
    The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration today released its annual 2019 traffic fatality data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting...
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    EPA calls for GHG emission standard revision

    Vesna Brajkovic
    April 3, 2018
    EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt says the current standards set in the Obama-era are "too stringent."
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    Upcoming rule to establish new standard mandating vehicle-to-vehicle communication

    Jan. 23, 2017
    V2V messages will make use of the on-board, dedicated short-range radio communication (DSRC) devices to “transmit Basic Safety Messages (BSM) about a vehicle’s speed, heading,...
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    Seat belt use in U.S. reaches historic 90 percent

    Nov. 22, 2016
    Seat belt use in the United States has reached its highest level since the Federal government began regular national surveys in 1994.

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    Investigation underway for over 780,000 Jeeps

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Sept. 12, 2024
    The vehicles are being investigated over claims that certain Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator models can catch fire, even when the engine is off.
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    Over 90,000 Ford vehicles recalled over engine intake valve

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Sept. 5, 2024
    In their NHTSA recall report, Ford says the recall was due to the risk of engine intake valves breaking.
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    Forced recall of 51 million airbag inflators

    Aug. 13, 2024
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued their decision and called the parts defective.
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    Top 5 biggest recalls of 2024

    June 21, 2024
    With 2024 almost halfway over, there have been around 500 recalls filed with U.S. regulators. See what manufacturers stuck out the most.
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    94,000 vehicles recalled

    May 29, 2024
    Volkswagen, Lamborghini, Mazda, and Kia were among the vehicles recalled.
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    Mercedes-Benz recalls 143,551 vehicles over fuel pump
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    Mercedes-Benz recalls 143,551 vehicles over fuel pump

    Kayla Nadler
    July 7, 2023
    Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles.
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    NHTSA issues consumer alert for exploding Takata air bags

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Nov. 18, 2022
    Still a serious threat, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is warning all vehicle owners to immediately check to see if their vehicle has an open Takata air bag...
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    NTSB recommends alcohol detection systems in new vehicles

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Sept. 26, 2022
    'The faster the technology is implemented the more lives that will be saved.'
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    NHTSA releases new cybersecurity best practices

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Sept. 13, 2022
    The 2022 Cybersecurity Best Practices leverage agency research, industry voluntary standards, and learnings from the motor vehicle cybersecurity research over the past several...
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    Kia recalls 257,998 Optima vehicles

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    Aug. 19, 2022
    Kia is recalling certain 2012-2013 Optima vehicles due to headliner plate not secured properly.

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    NHTSA requests Tesla response by June 20 on 'Phantom Braking'

    June 16, 2022
    NHTSA has reportedly received 758 reports regarding this brake issue.
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    Turnkey replica cars hitting the road, new law passed

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    March 31, 2022
    Small volume motor vehicle manufacturers are now able to produce and sell turnkey replica cars that resemble vehicles produced at least 25 years ago.
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    Kia recalls all 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles

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    March 21, 2022
    Over 30,000 vehicles recalled due to inadequate windshield bonding.
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    Nearly 1 million BMW vehicles recalled for potential electrical short

    Kayla Nadler
    March 11, 2022
    Certain BMW vehicles are at risk of a fire while driving or soon after driving when parked.
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    Toyota recalls 36,558 vehicles for inoperative pre-collision system

    Kayla Nadler
    March 9, 2022
    Toyota is recalling certain 2021 C-HR vehicles due to a possible inoperative pre-collision system (PCS).
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    Honda under investigation by Federal safety regulators

    Kayla Nadler
    March 3, 2022
    Over 1.7 million Honda Accord and CR-V SUVs are included in the investigation.
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    Nissan recalling 2014-2016 Rogue vehicles

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    Feb. 17, 2022
    Electrical connector for the under dash harness may corrode due to water and salt intrusion from the driver's side foot well.
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    The discussion on automated vehicles continues

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    Feb. 8, 2022
    The U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee held a hearing to discuss the impact of automated vehicles on mobility, safety, infrastructure, workforce, and the...
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    Chrysler recalls over 170,000 vehicles

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    Feb. 7, 2022
    The windshield wiper arms on certain 2019-2020 Dodge Ram vehicles could loosen causing potentially dangerous driving conditions.
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    Kia recalls 2020 Cadenza vehicles for rear power window malfunction

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    Feb. 2, 2022
    Rear power windows may operate unexpectedly, increasing risk of injury.
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    Ford recalls nearly 200,000 cars for faulty brake lights, rollaway risk

    Kayla Nadler
    Jan. 20, 2022
    Certain 2014-2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans and 2015 Mustang coupes and convertibles are being recalled.
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    NHTSA sets 'Quiet Car' safety standard to protect pedestrians

    Nov. 15, 2016
    The new federal safety standard will help pedestrians who are blind, have low vision, and other pedestrians detect the presence, direction and location of these vehicles when ...
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    NHTSA: Traffic fatalities were up significantly in 2015

    Aug. 30, 2016
    The nation lost 35,092 people in traffic crashes in 2015, ending a five-decade trend of declining fatalities with a 7.2 percent increase in deaths from 2014.
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    U.S. DOT proposes speed limiters for large commercial vehicles

    Aug. 29, 2016
    The proposal would establish safety standards requiring all newly manufactured U.S. trucks, buses, and multipurpose passenger vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating more ...
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    NHTSA holds forum on driverless vehicles

    April 19, 2016
    Earlier this month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) held a meeting to seek public input on planned guidelines for the safe deployment and operation ...
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    Enhanced project management of information technology may help NHTSA's oversight of safety defects

    March 28, 2016
    NHTSA's implementation of its new IT system reflects some recognized project-management practices, like developing plans for managing system requirements and risks, but the agency...
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    U.S. DOT: Roadway deaths on the rise

    Feb. 8, 2016
    The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced its latest estimate of traffic deaths, which show a steep 9.3 percent increase...
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    U.S. Department of Transportation launches public awareness campaign related to safety

    Jan. 22, 2016
    NHTSA launched a new public awareness campaign called Safe Cars Save Lives that urges consumers to check for open recalls at least twice a year and to get their vehicles fixed...
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    DOT issues notice of proposed rulemaking on improved rear impact protection for trailers and semitrailers

    Dec. 8, 2015
    The notice focuses on upgrading the federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSSs) that address underride protection in light-vehicle crashes into the rear of trailers and semitrailers...
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    NHTSA issues advance notice of proposed rulemaking on single unit truck crash protection

    July 20, 2015
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) that is the first step of a larger agency initiative to upgrade...
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    EPA, NHTSA issue notice of GHG emissions and fuel efficiency standards

    July 20, 2015
    The EPA and the NHTSA have issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to establish a comprehensive Phase 2 Heavy Duty (HD) National Program that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions...
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    Transportation secretary announces final rule on heavy duty vehicle electronic stability control

    June 4, 2015
    The requirement will save up to 49 lives, prevent up to 1,759 crashes each year and provide net economic benefits of more than $300 million annually.
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    Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx unveils plan to add two automatic emergency braking systems

    Jan. 23, 2015
    The agency plans to continue to encourage development and commercialization of additional promising safety-related technologies of vehicle automation through its recommendation...
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    NHTSA announces new online VIN look-up tool

    Sept. 30, 2014
    NHTSA recently unveiled a vehicle identification number (VIN) look-up tool on its website, safercar.gov, allowing drivers to enter a VIN and identify whether that vehicle is subject...
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    NHTSA moves forward with V2V communications technology implementation

    Aug. 27, 2014
    The proposed rulemaking has a goal of requiring vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication capability for light vehicles – passenger cars and light truck vehicles – and creating minimum...
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    NHTSA launches online search tool for auto recalls

    Aug. 20, 2014
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has developed an online search tool to find out if a specific car has been recalled and why. The car companies will have to ...
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    NHTSA recalls 67,000 CNG tank valves

    June 9, 2014
    The recall applies to Circle Seal Controls' valves manufactured from July 2011 through December 2013.
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    GM investigation results in record fines from the U.S. Dept. of Transportation

    May 16, 2014
    The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that General Motors (GM) has agreed to pay a record $35 million civil ...
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    NHTSA schedules phase-in of back-up camera requirements on light duty vehicles

    April 8, 2014
    The new regulations will apply to all vehicles 10,000-lb gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and less except motorcycles and trailers.
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    Ford recalls 196,500 minivans for corrosion problem

    March 11, 2014
    Recall includes vehicles sold or registered in 20 states and the District of Columbia.
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    Break out your J2534 tool – latest Toyota Prius recall is for software updates

    Feb. 14, 2014
    Toyota recalls Prius hybrids, RAV4 SUVs, Tacoma trucks and Lexus RX350 SUVs.
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    NHTSA probes sudden Honda Accord airbag deployment

    Feb. 5, 2014
    Investigation includes about 363,000 vehicles.
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    Toyota leads U.S. recall list for second straight year

    Feb. 5, 2014
    NHTSA notes Toyota recalled nearly 5.3 million vehicles last year.
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    Aston Martin recalls vehicles over acceleration issue

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    Feb. 4, 2014
    Due to a manufacturing error, the accelerator pedal arm can break.
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    Ford recalls 2013 and 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid vehicles

    Jan. 3, 2014
    Transmission range sensor may not function properly.
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    Volvo recalls 2011 and 2012 S60 vehicles

    Jan. 2, 2014
    Vehicle can fail to warn of low oil pressure situation.
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    Chrysler recalls 2013 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD and Dodge Ram vehicles

    Dec. 26, 2013
    Transmission output shaft fracture can result in loss of power.
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    Maserati recalls 2014 Quattroporte GTS V8 vehicles

    Dec. 20, 2013
    Improper crimp in alternator-starter motor wiring harness can cause fire.
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    Mercedes-Benz recalls 2014 vehicles over seat belts

    Dec. 18, 2013
    Front seat belt anchor may not be installed properly.
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    Michelin recalls LTX/M/S tires

    Dec. 17, 2013
    Tires can experience tread separation.
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    BMW recalls vehicles over airbag issues

    Dec. 17, 2013
    Front passenger occupant detection mat controlling airbag can malfunction.
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    Nissan recalls 2014 Infiniti Q50 vehicles

    Dec. 17, 2013
    Power steering system issues can result in loss of steering.
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    VW recalls 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrids, 2009-2011 Tiguans

    Dec. 16, 2013
    Jetta Hybrid has gearbox issue while Tiguan has exterior light problem.
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    Toyota recalls 2013 and 2014 Tacoma vehicles

    Dec. 13, 2013
    Engines contain valve springs that can eventually break.
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    ATI recalls transmissions in 2013 Chevy Camaros

    Dec. 13, 2013
    Transmission with weak pawl can result in roll away.
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    Chrysler recalls 2013 and 2014 vehicles over engine issues

    Dec. 12, 2013
    Recall includes 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles.
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    Mercedes-Benz recalls 2013 vehicles over OCS

    Dec. 9, 2013
    Occupant classification system can fail to detect light person in passenger seat.
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    Chrysler recalls 2013 Dodge Darts over airbags

    Dec. 9, 2013
    Front seat airbags can fail to deploy.
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    Ford recalls 2013 Escape vehicles

    Nov. 27, 2013
    Some vehicles have misinstalled fuel line; some experience localized overheating.
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    General Motors recalls Chevrolet Malibu vehicles

    Nov. 26, 2013
    Windshield defroster can become inoperable in some vehicles; seat can become inoperable in others.