Unfortunately, another vehicle recall has been announced, impacting over 484,000 vehicles in the U.S. A potential seatbelt issue first came to light in 2021 when a customer voiced concern to a local dealership propelling notice to GM’s safety program and ultimately prompting a recall by General Motors. The recall affects Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV […]
292,287 Vehicles Recalled in the United States by Mercedes-Benz
The US division of Mercedes-Benz (MBUSA) has announced a “Do Not Drive” recall for nearly 300,000 of its vehicles. Owners of 2006 through 2012 ML and GL sports utility vehicles (SUV) and R-Class minivan or multi-purpose (MPV) vehicles are urged to stop driving the cars immediately as the company tackles potentially fatal brake issues. The […]
The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and California Lemon Laws
A fundamental consumer protection law in California is the Song-Beverly Act, one of the strongest laws of its kind from coast to coast. The Golden State’s Song-Beverly Act (Civ. Code, section 1790 – 1795.8), implemented in the 1970s, regulates consumer warranties for retail products. Before the Song-Beverly Act, consumers had minimal or no protection against […]
How a Recall Could Affect Your Lemon Law Case
The U.S. experienced a record-high number of recall campaigns in 2021. Learning about a recall on your vehicle can be alarming and aggravating, as is realizing you have purchased a “lemon.” Under California’s lemon laws, protection is offered for individuals who have purchased or leased a materially defective product. The regulations include new and preowned […]
What You Need to Know About Lemon Law Buyback Vehicles
If you are in the market for a new car and come across one with a decal featuring the words “Lemon Law Buyback,” there is some important information that you should know. What is a lemon vehicle? A “lemon” refers to a vehicle that is not fixed or cannot be fixed by the manufacturer after […]
Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesel EGR Recall: Will There be a Class Action Lawsuit?
Owners and lessees of Dodge Ram 1500 EcoDiesels may be eligible for legal protection due to recent allegations around the vehicle’s exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system. Vehicles manufactured between June 12, 2013, and October 23, 2019, may feature defective EGR coolers prone to thermal fatigue. When failure occurs, the coolers are more vulnerable to internal […]
Tesla Recalling Nearly 600,000 Vehicles Due to Inadequate Pedestrian Warning Sound
Barely three months into 2022, Tesla, the electric luxury vehicle manufacturer, is issuing yet another recall. Tesla issued four recalls alone in just the first two weeks of February. The latest recall in the U.S. affects a staggering 578,607 vehicles. The purpose of the latest recall is to disable Tesla’s “Boombox” technology. The sound required […]
Massive Recall on Nissan Rogue
On January 21, 2022, Nissan issued a safety recall for its Rogue model. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that this recall affects about 688,946 Rogues. The recall affects vehicles with production dates from July 25, 2013, through December 31, 2016. Nissan claims that vehicles manufactured after 2016 were not affected because its production […]
In Response to a Potential Hood Opening Issue, Honda Recalls SUVs and Trucks
Approximately 789,000 Honda SUVs and pickup trucks are being recalled globally because of a hood latch issue that can cause the hood to come flying open while the vehicle is in motion. This type of issue is severe as it can significantly heighten the chances of an accident– a bad one. The recall includes the […]
The Ford Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs Have Been Recalled Over Brake Issues
Approximately 115,000 of the Ford Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs (model years 2020 through 2022) sold in America are falling under a new recall over braking components that don’t meet federal standards. A government safety audit uncovered a problem with Ford’s Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs’ brakes, which may result in failures in an emergency. […]