U.S. auto safety regulators have taken a significant step to address a pressing safety concern by demanding the recall of a staggering 52 million air bag inflators, which were manufactured by auto suppliers ARC Automotive and Delphi Automotive. The reason behind this massive recall is a potentially catastrophic flaw in these inflators, as they have
WASHINGTON — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will resolve its two-year investigation into Tesla Autopilot and could make a public announcement soon, the agency’s acting head told Reuters. “We’ll get to a resolution (of the Tesla probe),” Acting NHTSA Administrator Ann Carlson told Reuters in an interview at the agency’s headquarters. Speaking broadly
WASHINGTON — U.S. auto safety regulators said Tuesday automakers can comply with a Massachusetts law requiring them to share vehicle data with independent repair shops, reversing course after previously objecting that it could make vehicles vulnerable to hacking. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said automakers could safely share diagnostic data with independent shops
In an ongoing saga surrounding Tesla’s Autopilot system, the electric vehicle manufacturer has reportedly made a request to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to redact information regarding the usage of driver-assistance software during vehicular crashes. This revelation, as reported by The New Yorker, adds yet another layer of complexity to an already contentious
Enhanced road safety has been a continuous evolution, and throughout this journey, the seat belt has remained a steadfast protector of lives on our highways. This unassuming device, with its rich history, holds immense significance in reducing injuries and preventing tragic accidents. Recognizing the pivotal role seat belts play in saving lives, the US Department
U.S. auto safety officials have opened an investigation into hundreds of reports that older Ram 1500 pickups can suddenly lose power steering assistance, to determine if 1.1 million trucks should be recalled. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation says it has 380 complaints about the problem, and knows of three crashes.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation concerning potential power steering loss issues in over 1 million RAM 1500 trucks. This inquiry, announced on a recent Tuesday, is aimed at determining whether these older model year trucks should be subject to a recall due to safety concerns. According to the NHTSA,
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a formal investigation into approximately 280,000 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles following numerous complaints from owners regarding steering issues. The NHTSA’s preliminary evaluation was triggered by 12 reported incidents, where drivers experienced loss of steering control and power steering problems in their 2023 Tesla
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating 346,000 Ford Escape sport utility vehicles (SUVs) because a weld in the door assembly may fail. This could potentially result in a door inadvertently opening while driving, which could increase the risk of injury or property damage. The NHTSA has received 118 questionnaires alleging a failure
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking updated information and current data from Tesla regarding an ongoing investigation into 830,000 Tesla vehicles and the company’s Autopilot system. The agency sent a letter to Tesla on July 3, requesting updates to questions previously asked in August 2022 and demanding responses by July 19. However,
