25. 2019 Lexus RX 450h
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 31 / 28 / 30
Base MSRP: $45,995
One of the first luxury crossovers on the market, the RX remains the best-selling Lexus model ever. The RX received a complete makeover for 2016 with all-new styling; most noticeable is the brand’s large, bold spindle grille which dominates the front end. The RX features a sophisticated hybrid system that combines a 3.5-liter V6 gas engine with two electric motors — one on the front axle, one on the rear — to create an electric all-wheel-drive system that generates a total of 308 horsepower, providing excellent all-weather performance in addition to great fuel economy.

24. 2019 Nissan Altima S AWD
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 26 / 36 / 30
Base MSRP: $25,100
Nissan has introduced an all-new Altima for the 2019 model year, and for the first time this popular sedan will be available with full-time all-wheel drive. The new Altima has a sleek look that is lower and wider with a more dynamic design inspired by the Vmotion 2.0 concept that debuted at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show. Nissan engineers revised the Altima’s 2.5-liter engine to produce 188 horsepower while delivering improved fuel economy numbers. All-wheel drive is available on all Altima trims, featuring Hill Start Assist for launch on low-grip surfaces, as well as torque distribution that can send 100 percent of power to the front wheels when conditions don’t require the added traction, or as much as 50 percent power to the rear for improved traction and handling.

23. 2019 Lexus NX 300h
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 33 / 30 / 31
Base MSRP: $38,735
Lexus joined the growing compact luxury SUV segment for the 2015 model year, when Toyota’s luxury marque launched the brand-new NX. Last year this hybrid model received a complete refresh with updated styling and new features. Utilizing the latest Lexus hybrid system, the NX is powered by a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder engine teamed with a high-torque electric motor to drive the front wheels, while an additional electric motor provides power to the rear wheels as needed. All modes combine to produce 194 horsepower.

22. 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 34 / 30 / 32
Base MSRP: $27,385
The RAV4 is one of the best-selling SUVs in America, and Toyota completely redesigned the small crossover for the 2016 model year. As part of that revamp, the Japanese automaker added a hybrid RAV4 to join the growing number of hybrids in Toyota’s portfolio. All RAV4 Hybrids are 4WD — the gas engine combines with an electric motor to drive the front wheels, while an additional electric motor provides power to the rear wheels. Not only is the RAV4 Hybrid the most fuel-efficient version of this small crossover, with 194 horsepower it also happens to be the most powerful RAV4 ever. An all-new RAV4 will be coming to market later this year, with a hybrid version arriving next spring.

19. 2019 Subaru Impreza Sedan w/CVT (tie)
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 28 / 38 / 32
Base MSRP: $19,595
Subaru’s compact entry was all new for the 2017 model year. Available as a sedan or hatchback, the Impreza is built on an all-new Subaru global platform that is “designed to deliver significantly higher levels of driving pleasure, agility, crash protection and ride comfort.” All Imprezas are equipped with a 2.0-liter boxer engine producing 152 horsepower directed to Subaru’s full-time all-wheel-drive system. Impreza is also available with EyeSight, Subaru’s innovative driver-assist system that makes this fuel-efficient winter ride one of the safest cars in America.

19. 2019 GMC Terrain SLE Diesel (tie)
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 28 / 38 / 32
Base MSRP: $33,600
General Motors introduced the latest version of the GMC Terrain for the 2018 model year with a new design that features a bold grille, sculpted headlights and C-shaped rear light graphics. Like its Chevrolet Equinox sibling, the Terrain is offered with several turbocharged powertrains, most noteworthy being an all-new diesel. Available on SLE and SLT trims, the 1.6-liter turbodiesel engine offers both efficiency as well as performance, generating 240 lb-ft of torque at a very low 2000 rpm.

19. 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT Diesel (tie)
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 28 / 38 / 32
Base MSRP: $31,200
Along with its GMC sibling, the Chevrolet Equinox entered the 2018 model year with updated styling, the latest in high-tech safety technology and an available fuel-efficient diesel powertrain. Equinox has one of the few diesel options among small crossovers: a 1.6-liter turbocharged unit that produces 137 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, teamed with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The diesel is one of three turbocharged motors available on the new Equinox.

18. 2018 Nissan Rogue SV Hybrid AWD
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 31 / 34 / 33
Base MSRP: $28,370
The Nissan Rogue was completely redesigned last year, and for the first time Nissan is offering a hybrid version of this popular crossover. The Rogue Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine that produces 141 horsepower, teamed with a 40-horsepower electric motor to produce a net 176 horsepower. Rogue Hybrid further improves fuel efficiency with Nissan’s Xtronic continuously-variable transmission as well as an Idle Start/Stop system and an Intelligent Regenerative Braking system.

15. 2018 BMW 328d xDrive (tie)
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 30 / 40 / 34
Base MSRP: $43,750
Long known as the benchmark sport sedan, the 3 Series typically reigns near the top of luxury sedan sales charts. However, when properly equipped with a fuel-efficient diesel powertrain, it is one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in America. The diesel still offers plenty of performance for this iconic car — the 2.0-liter engine generates 180 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque at a low 1750 rpm. Excellent winter grip is provided by BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system.

15. 2019 Jaguar XF 20d Premium (tie)
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 30 / 40 / 34
Base MSRP: $54,465
The XF was all new a few years back, featuring an aluminum-intensive architecture with considerable weight savings, as well as improved fuel economy and vehicle dynamics. As part of the new generation of XF, Jaguar added a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel to the engine choices. The diesel powertrain produces 180 horsepower and a plentiful 317 lb-ft of torque at 1750 rpm. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission.

15. 2019 Jaguar XE 20d (tie)
MPG (city / hwy / combined): 30 / 40 / 34
Base MSRP: $41,105
Positioned as the entry model of the famed British marque, the XE sport sedan is one of the newest models in the Jaguar lineup. For those who remember the woefully inadequate X-TYPE from the early 2000s, they’ll be happy to hear the XE is nothing like that earlier sedan. Sporting the same stylish grille as the XF and XJ, the XE is available with a variety of engines, including a fuel-efficient diesel option. The 2.0-liter diesel powerplant produces plenty of torque at low rpm for a sporty, fun-driving experience — even in the winter.

14. 2018 BMW X5 xDrive 40e
MPGe / MPG (combined): 56 / 24
Electric Range: 14 miles
Base MSRP: $63,750
This plug-in hybrid version of BMW’s midsize premium SUV was the first plug-in hybrid from the German brand. At the heart of the X5 xDrive40e is BMW’s 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine teamed with an electric motor integrated into the 8-speed automatic transmission, for a total system output of 308 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Intelligent all-wheel drive is standard. On a full charge, the lithium-ion battery offers an electric-only range of 14 miles and can propel the plug-in X5 from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds.

13. 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e 4MATIC
MPGe / MPG (combined): 56 / 25
Electric Range: 10 miles
Base MSRP: $49,990
The GLC is the compact luxury crossover offering of the Mercedes-Benz lineup, introduced a few years ago when it replaced the outgoing GLK. The fuel-efficient GLC 350e is new for the 2018 model year, offering a plug-in hybrid for the first time in the GLC range. With a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine teamed with a powerful 85 kW electric motor, the GLC 350e generates a total 315 horsepower. With up to 413 lb-ft of torque coming from the electric motor, this plug-in hybrid can jump to 60 mph in just over 6 seconds. The power is usable in all weather conditions, thanks to the Mercedes 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system that works with the electronic stability control to optimize torque at every wheel.

11. 2019 Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV AWD (tie)
MPGe / MPG (combined): 58 / 25
Electric Range: 17 miles
Base MSRP: $66,300
The plug-in hybrid version of Volvo’s premium 7-seat SUV is also the most powerful available in the XC90 lineup. Motivating the XC90 T8 PHEV is Volvo’s T8 Twin Engine system that delivers a combined 400 horsepower from a 2.0-liter turbocharged and supercharged gasoline engine in the front and an electric motor at the rear. This big SUV claims impressive performance — the XC90 AWD PHEV will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and has an all-electric range of up to 17 miles. The high-performance T8 powertrain is available on all trim levels of the XC90.

11. 2019 Volvo XC60 AWD PHEV (tie)
MPGe / MPG (combined): 58 / 25
Electric Range: 17 miles
Base MSRP: $52,900
Volvo introduces an all-new XC60 for the 2018 model year, and in addition to new styling and features, the premium crossover is now available with the same powerplants as its larger sibling, the XC90. The most fuel-efficient of them all is the T8 plug-in hybrid which employs a 2.0-liter turbocharged and supercharged engine sending power to the front wheels, while an electric motor powers the rear wheels. The two sources combine to deliver up to 400 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels. The immediate torque of the electric motor helps the XC60 T8 reach 60 mph in less than 5 seconds.

9. 2019 MINI Countryman S E All4
MPGe / MPG (combined): 65 / 27
Electric Range: 12 miles
Base MSRP: $36,900
MINI has introduced its first plug-in hybrid in the shape of the Cooper S E Countryman. One of the larger MINIs on the market, the Countryman is a 4-door offering reasonable cargo space, ALL4 all-wheel drive and now a fuel efficient but powerful hybrid powertrain. Under the hood is a 1.5-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine teamed with an electric motor for a combined 221 horsepower and 284 lb-ft of torque. When fully charged, the hybrid Countryman can run for 12 miles and reach speeds as high as 77 mph using the electric motor only. This plug-in MINI is also eligible for up to $4,000 in U.S. federal tax credits.

8. 2019 BMW 530e xDrive
MPGe / MPG (combined): 67 / 28
Electric Range: 15 miles
Base MSRP: $55,700
When the 5 Series was redesigned for the 2018 model year, BMW added the 530e iPerformance plug-in hybrid to the lineup. This is the fourth iPerformance model and the first to be offered in both sDrive rear-wheel-drive and xDrive all-wheel-drive versions. The 530e iPerformance features a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder 180-horsepower engine teamed with an eDrive electric motor to produce a total of 248 horsepower. As expected from a BMW 5 Series, the PHEV comes well equipped with a luxurious interior and the latest in high-tech safety features.

7: 2019 BMW i8
MPGe / MPG (combined): 69 / 27
Electric Range: 18 miles
Base MSRP: $147,500
With its sleek silhouette, big wheels, narrow grille and crazy aerodynamic angles at the rear, the innovative BMW i8 will turn heads no matter where it is — especially when the gull-wing doors are open. And it has an advanced powertrain that seems fitting for such a futuristic-looking sports car. The rear wheels are powered by a 1.5-liter 228-horsepower 3-cylinder turbo engine, while the front wheels get motivation from a 141-horsepower electric motor. Together they produce 369 horsepower with plenty of low-end torque, allowing the AWD i8 to reach 60 mph in around 4 seconds. Perhaps not your typical winter vehicle, but with the proper tires the i8 could be pretty entertaining in the snow.

6: 2019 Volvo S90 AWD PHEV
MPGe / MPG (combined): 71 / 29
Electric Range: 21 miles
Base MSRP: $63,650
The flagship sedan of the Volvo lineup, the S90 was all new for the 2017 model year. The S90 has a much more expressive appearance than previous generations of Volvo flagships, with an attractive, luxurious design highlighted by a new concave grille and “Thor’s Hammer” headlights. Inside, the S90 interior is covered with soft leather and natural open-pore walnut trim; the environment feels more living space than luxury sedan. The T8 PHEV is the most powerful powertrain option in the S90 lineup — the turbocharged and supercharged 4-cylinder engine is teamed with a powerful electric motor to produce an impressive 400 horsepower driving all four wheels.

5. 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
MPGe / MPG (combined): 74 / 25
Electric Range: 22 miles
Base MSRP: $34,595
The Mitsubishi Outlander may not be the most popular vehicle on this list; however, it is the most fuel-efficient all-wheel-drive model that still uses an internal combustion engine. The Outlander PHEV combines a 2.0-liter gas engine and two high-performance electric motors — one on each axle — for a combined 224 horsepower. The electric motors provide instant torque for Mitsubishi’s Super All-Wheel Control 4WD system, designed to deliver efficient all-weather capability and efficiency.

4: 2019 Jaguar I-PACE
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 80 / 72 / 76
Electric Range: 234 miles
Base MSRP: $69,500
Jaguar is the first brand to come to market with a luxury model to challenge Tesla — the all-new fully electric I-PACE. The all-wheel-drive I-PACE is powered by two electric motors — one driving each axle — for a total output of 394 horsepower and 512 lb-ft of torque, which makes the I-PACE capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Drivers can choose a mode befitting the current conditions that changes the throttle response, suspension and steering — there is even a Rain/Ice/Snow mode. The roomy interior maintains a level of luxury expected from a Jaguar, with a long list of standard features — even on the base trim.

3. 2018 Tesla Model X 75D
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 91 / 95 / 93
Electric Range: 238 miles
Base MSRP: $83,000
The Model X was the first production electric SUV on the market, and this sleek vehicle offers more than simply impressive fuel economy. The 75D is the entry-level version of the model X with a 328-horsepower electric motor — enough power to reach 60 mph in 4.9 seconds. There’s seating for seven, and access to the rear seats is via top-hinged Falcon Wing doors. Thanks to the absence of an internal combustion engine, the Model X offers a large front trunk in addition to a rear cargo area.

2: 2018 Tesla Model S 75D
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 102 / 105 / 103
Electric Range: 259 miles
Base MSRP: $77,000
Tesla changed the automotive landscape when it introduced the all-electric Model S — this luxury sedan was the first production electric car to offer more than 200 miles on a full charge. The big sedan is available with a range of high-performance powertrains, but the 75D with its dual-motor all-wheel-drive system is the most fuel efficient according to the U.S. EPA. Still, the 75D offers plenty of gusto. With more than 500 horsepower, this very-efficient automobile can sprint to 60 mph in just over 4 seconds.

1. 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 120 / 112 / 105
Electric Range: 310 miles
Base MSRP: $49,000
The all-new Model 3 joined the Tesla lineup within the last year, and while production has been slower than planned, deliveries of this “more affordable” electric sedan are well underway. With styling similar to the larger Model S, the Model 3 Long Range gets two electric motors — one on each axle — and enough power to reach 60 mph in about 4.5 seconds. It may be the base-level Tesla, but the Model 3 still comes well equipped with features such as a 15-inch touchscreen display, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, LED exterior lighting, a backup camera and a suite of advanced safety technology with collision avoidance and automatic emergency braking.

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Pontiac Aztek
A target in the bunch so easy that we feel bad hitting it, the Aztek cannot be left out of a list such as this. An interesting 1999 Aztek concept was revised, picked over, added to and tweaked. Debuting in 2001, it was plainly a camel (that is, a horse drawn by committee), and survived through the 2005 model year. The “Breaking Bad” TV series led to a bit of a renaissance for Aztek, as people discover the surprisingly useful crossover under a body that has landed it on innumerable “Ugliest Cars Ever” lists.

Ford Taurus (3rd generation)
The Ford Taurus could do no wrong through its first two iterations: It was the leading American family sedan, and could perennially be found near the top of sales charts. That changed with the introduction of the third-generation Taurus in 1996. It looked like someone had left a 1:1 scale ice sculpture of the car out in the Arizona sun for a few hours. Despite being a solid package and offering the only V8 to see duty in the Taurus SHO, the third-generation Taurus could not overcome its looks.

Chevrolet Corvair
The Corvair was intended as an American response to the influx of affordable, stylish European imports — the Volkswagen Beetle in particular. Like the Beetle, the Corvair has a rear engine. Unlike the Beetle, the Corvair’s rear suspension wasn’t sufficient and a number of crashes led to Ralph Nader’s book “Unsafe at Any Speed,” and it pushed most auto builders away from rear-engine setups for good.

2001-2009 Jaguar X-Type
The Jaguar X-Type looked the part: a classy entry-level luxury sedan to compete with the best of Germany and Japan. Unfortunately, the X-Type’s Ford Contour underpinnings betrayed it. Was it an objectively bad vehicle? That’s debatable. But even those who bought the X-Type felt it didn’t live up to the standards of the segment, nor the expectations riding on the Jaguar badge.

Ferrari 400i
The Ferrari 400i would probably be held in more regard had any other manufacturer built it; it may even be somewhat beloved. As it is, the 400i is better known today for carrying the first automatic transmission in a production Ferrari. It’s also one of the least “Ferrari-looking“ Ferraris ever — at least if you tilt your head at a Mondial and squint, you might trick yourself into thinking you’re at something cool. There’s a recent effort to cast the 400i as collectible; if you must, find a model with the 5-speed manual.

Volkswagen Routan
The Routan was essentially a rebadged Chrysler Town & Country minivan. Although Volkswagen makes and sells well-built, super-efficient vans in Europe, American buyers were left to buy a Chrysler product with a German badge on the grille. It’s not entirely Volkswagen’s fault though. America has some strange tax rules when it comes to importing trucks and vans, and it was just easier for the company to make a deal with the Pentastar than to jump through U.S. legislative hoops. Then again it’s not the worst mistake VW has made, after all . . .

Mercedes-Benz C230 hatchback
In its heyday — if one may call it that — the 2000–2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 hatchback was a curious thing. In theory it was a smart way to present a more practical and affordable avenue into Mercedes ownership — sort of a proto A-Class. However, placing a Mercedes in the same segment as Volkswagen’s Golf and Ford’s Focus made it seem out of place, not to mention overpriced. We’ll give it this: A C230 hatchback still turns heads today, even if not always for the right reasons.

Plymouth Prowler
Plymouth’s Prowler should have been great; it had all the potential in the world. Sure, there was some controversy over its design being heavily borrowed from a car by hot-rod customizer Chip Foose; but if it could have delivered performance commensurate to its image, the world likely would have forgiven any sins. Instead, the Prowler came with no manual transmission and an anemic 250-horsepower V6. The world looked, yawned and moved on.

Chevrolet SSR
Set loose upon the world for the 2003 model year, the SSR nailed the “cool retro-rod” and “What the #*@! is that?” looks with its unique pickup. Unfortunately, like the Plymouth Prowler, the SSR’s performance underwhelmed, hurting its chances beyond simply being the answer to a question no one was going to ask. To their credit, for the last two years of the SSR’s run Chevrolet added its LR2 V8 engine and a manual transmission as options, but it was too little too late.

Yugo
The promise of the Yugo was a Volkswagen Beetle for the 1980s — cheap, basic transportation. The Americans who bought it got a shoddily-built ugly little box that was as miserable to own as it was to drive. Yugo almost instantly entered the American lexicon as a synonym for lemon, and remained there for decades.

Honda Crosstour
At a time when Honda sold a great-driving, gorgeous-looking Accord Wagon all over the world, America was left to choke down the funky-looking Accord Crosstour. Along with its unsettled design language, the Crosstour delivers lackluster cargo capability, thanks to a pair of massive shock towers that jut into the interior. The crossover makes the company’s Odyssey minivan look even better than it did before; maybe that was the plan all along.

smart forjeremy
Let’s try to associate a couple words with Daimler’s smart car: “Cool.” “Interesting.” “Desirable.” Okay then — you see the problem, right? So, what’s smart to do? Well, what smart did was enlist designer-to-the-stars Jeremy Ross to create a concept version of the smart fortwo for the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show. The result was the swanlike and literally winged forjeremy. The ugly duckling as a concept would have been enough for most automakers, but smart actually put the forjeremy into production.

Chrysler Crossfire
On paper, the Chrysler Crossfire sure seemed like a good idea. A product of the DaimlerChrysler merger, the Crossfire was a coupe based on the Mercedes SLK chassis promising performance and a touch of luxury at an affordable price. What ended up hitting the road was a parts-bin special with so-so performance that looked like someone had cut a Plymouth Prowler and a Mercedes in half, glued the Mercedes front end to the Prowler rear and said “Okay, done.”

Ford Pinto
One of the all-time automotive turkeys, the poor little Ford Pinto could have simply gone down in history as a depressing, unreliable Malaise Era rolling metaphor. Then we discovered what could happen if one was rear-ended. Hint: Type the words fry, turkey and disaster into a search engine, check out the results and the Pinto becomes the avatar for automotive failure.

Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
There are relatively few true turkeys in recent automotive history, and we’re trying to be sensitive here — obviously, over the past few years, some actual humans have bought some Murano CrossCabriolets. Perhaps you’ve seen one out “in the wild” (more likely you haven’t). Maybe we simply haven’t found the right context in which to place the Murano CrossCabriolet, revealing its actual cool factor. Maybe it’s just a weird, ugly, variant of an SUV that no one was clamoring for.

Cadillac Cimarron
The early ‘80s Chevrolet Cavalier wasn’t exactly a car out to set the world on fire, but it was a predictable, affordable General Motors product — and that’s all it really needed to be. The 1982 Cadillac Cimarron was a Chevrolet Cavalier with leather interior and the bare minimum of added accessories needed to excuse a re-badging that cost nearly twice that of a Cavalier. Guess how much people liked it? Go on — guess.

The DeLorean DMC-12
The DMC-12 will forever be a hero car — the “Back to the Future” movies have made sure of that. Even if they hadn’t, it just looks so cool; perhaps the apex of 1980s angular/wedge design chic. But here’s the rub: The DMC-12 was a shoddily built, underpowered and underwhelming. Only now are enthusiasts swapping engines and chassis to make the DeLorean live up to its looks, and that doesn’t come cheap.

1982 Chevrolet Camaro
The dark days of the early 1980s reveal a low point in Camaro history. The third-generation Camaro has become an iconic design almost in spite of itself; it screams 1980s so loudly it eclipses irony, somehow remaining cool. However, the 1982 base model was “powered” by Chevy’s Iron Duke 4-cylinder engine, resulting in a 90-horsepower pony car. Better days and models were ahead, thankfully.

Ford Edsel
The turkey of turkeys; the name that is still, some sixty-odd years later, synonymous with an automotive dud: the Edsel. Ford hyped the Edsel line as offering all things to all people. Unfortunately, nearly everything that could go wrong with the Edsel — concept, design, marketing, mechanical quality — did, and what was supposed to be Ford’s midrange brand (slotted between Ford and Lincoln) selling hundreds of thousands of cars per year instead crashed and burned after three short model years.

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2018 Subaru Legacy, Outback
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 228,648
Report Date: November 1, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. Due to a software error, the low fuel warning light may not illuminate at the intended remaining fuel level and the miles-to-empty display may incorrectly indicate a positive number despite the tank being empty. The inaccurate fuel display may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the combination meter software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTW-82.

2012-14 Subaru Impreza; 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek; 2013 Toyota/Scion FR-S
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 165,534
Report Date: November 1, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTY-84.

2019 Kia Forte
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 1,754
Report Date: October 31, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.” If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC171.

2010-13 Suzuki Kizashi
Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 21,052
Report Date: October 31, 2018
Issue: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. Dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister, restricting its air flow and possibly creating excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank which may result in the fuel tank cracking. A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Solution: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, Trackhawk
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 4,822
Report Date: October 29, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Street and Racing Technology (SRT) and Trackhawk vehicles. The driver’s floor mat may have insufficient clearance between the mat and the accelerator pedal, possibly preventing the pedal from returning to the idle position. If the floor mat prevents the accelerator pedal from returning to idle, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the affected floor mats, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 18, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is UB3.

2013-18 BMW 3 Series; 2014-16 BMW 5 Series; 2015 BMW 7 Series; 2015-17 BMW X3; 2014-17 BMW X5
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 44,368
Report Date: October 25, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. If the EGR cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. The high EGR temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold. The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 17, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2018 Kia Stinger
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 16,011
Report Date: October 25, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel. The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be repaired and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall SC170.

2019 Porsche Cayenne
Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America
Number of vehicles affected: 415
Report Date: October 24, 2018
Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche Cayenne vehicles. The passenger side rear seat belt buckle may break under load, such as in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, “Seat Belt Assemblies.” If the seat belt buckle breaks in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Solution: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger rear seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche’s number for this recall is AJ09.

2012-18 Ford Focus
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 1,282,596
Report Date: October 22, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system. The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall is expected to begin December 10, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford Customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S32.
Note: Until the vehicle is serviced for this concern, owners are advised to keep the fuel tank at least halfway full.

2010-15 Mazda CX-9, 2010-12 Mazda CX-7
Manufacturer: Mazda North America Operations
Number of vehicles affected: 155,436
Report Date: October 12, 2018
Issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, unless covered in “Zone A,” Mazda is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6, 2011-2012 CX-7, and 2011-2015 CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia, or “Zone B.” Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Mazda6, 2010-2012 CX-7, and 2010-2015 CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda’s number for this recall is 1317F.

2018-19 Toyota Tundra, Sequoia; 2019 Toyota Avalon
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 168,187
Report Date: October 4, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may erroneously detect a fault during the vehicle start-up self check. If this occurs, the ECU may not deploy the airbags as intended, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection,” and 214, “Side Impact Protection.” If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 22, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0X.

2010-14 Toyota Prius; 2012-14 Toyota Prius V
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 807,329
Report Date: October 4, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven. If the hybrid system shuts down unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected to begin October 22, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0V.

2017-18 Kia Niro
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 27,030
Report Date: September 25, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance. The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC168.

2018 BMW 330e, i3, X5 xDrive40e; 2018 MINI Countryman S E PHEV; 2019 BMW i8; 2018-19 BMW 530e, 740Le
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 3,501
Report Date: September 20, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and MINI Cooper Countryman SE All4 PHEV vehicles, 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire. An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Mini customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

2017-18 Audi R8
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 1,916
Report Date: September 17, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations. If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 31, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 34J1.

2017-18 Alfa Romeo Giulia; 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 37,228
Report Date: September 14, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles, equipped with 2.0L engines. These engines may misfire causing the catalytic converter to overheat, possibly resulting in damage to the nearby wiring and engine components. Heat damage to the engine compartment wiring or components can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles for diagnostic codes, and update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-844-253-2872. Chrysler’s number for this recall is UA4.

2018-19 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 674
Report Date: September 14, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio vehicles. The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing material allowing a coolant leak. A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U99.

2009-10 Mazda Mazda6
Manufacturer: Mazda North America Operations
Number of vehicles affected: 48,814
Report Date: September 14, 2018
Issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Mazda Mazda6 vehicles sold, or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. The front cross member may corrode after exposure to road salt. Corrosion may weaken the mounting point for the passenger side lower control arm, unexpectedly changing the steering alignment and increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cross member and either install a side member and drain hose and apply wax to protect from rust or install a drain hose and an improved front cross member, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda’s number for this recall is 2818I.

2017-18 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Eclipse Cross
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 58,916
Report Date: September 14, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use. If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-008.

2017-18 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Eclipse Cross
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 9,166
Report Date: September 14, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected. If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-007.

2010-14 Subaru Legacy, Outback
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 27,175
Report Date: September 13, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not engage as intended, allowing the vehicle to rollaway if the transmission is not in the proper gear when parked. A vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPB actuator assembly, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin November 7, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTV-81.

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 4,702
Report Date: September 11, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 GLC300 4MATIC Coupe, GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC, GLC350e 4MATIC, GLC43 AMG 4MATIC Coupe, and GLC43 AMG 4MATIC vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The front turn signals may have an incorrect color of pink or violet. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.” Turn signals that are the wrong color may not be as easily recognized by other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the color of the turn signal, replacing the LED module as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2013-15 Ford C-Max Energi, Fusion Energi; 2012-15 Ford Focus Electric
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 49,197
Report Date: September 10, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 120V Convenience charge cords that were supplied with and sold for use with 2013-2015 Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Ford Focus Electric vehicles. Cords with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA, FM58-10B706-AB, FM58-10B706-AC, FM58-10B706-AD, FM58-10B706-AE and FM58-10B706-AF were manufactured without thermistors, and during vehicle charging, increased resistance in the house’s outlet or wiring can cause the cord to overheat and melt. An overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120V convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 17, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S24.

2015-17 Nissan Murano; 2017-17 Nissan Maxima; 2017-18 Nissan Pathfinder; 2017 Infiniti QX60
Manufacturer: Nissan North America
Number of vehicles affected: 215,124
Report Date: September 7, 2018
Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Solution: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 15, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

2017 Acura NSX
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 793
Report Date: September 7, 2018
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Acura NSX vehicles. Road vibrations may cause the metal screws that secure the printed circuit board for the high mounted center brake light to loosen and contact the circuitry, possibly resulting in the brake light fuse blowing and the brake lights not functioning. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.” Brake lights that do not work increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the center high mount brake light, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 6, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-844-682-2872. Honda’s number for this recall is B2B.

2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban; 2015 GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon; 2015 Cadillac Escalade
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 1,015,918
Report Date: September 7, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist. If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is 18289.

2019 Infiniti QX50
Manufacturer: Nissan North America
Number of vehicles affected: 1,671
Report Date: September 6, 2018
Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 INFINITI QX50 vehicles. In the event of a crash in very cold temperatures, the trim cover may separate unexpectedly from the passenger-side knee air bag module instead of splitting at the trim cover tear seam as designed. If the passenger-side knee air bag cover detaches during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury.
Solution: INFINITI will notify owners, and retailers will replace the passenger-side knee air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 22, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

2018-19 Mitsubishi Outlander
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 14,791
Report Date: September 5, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels. The Certification Label lists an incorrect rear wheel rim size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.” The incorrect rim size information on the label can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners and send them a corrected certification label, free of charge. Owners can also choose to have the label replaced by a dealer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 26, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-006.

2016-18 Toyota Prius
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 192,347
Report Date: September 5, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0T.

2015-18 Ford F-150
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 1,619,112
Report Date: August 31, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area. A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 24, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S27.

2018-19 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt, Bolt EV; 2018-19 GMC Terrain; 2018-19 Buick LaCrosse, Regal; 2018-19 Cadillac XTS; 2018 Chevrolet Malibu
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 210,628
Report Date: August 30, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance. A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle’s brake system, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is 18279.

2012 Toyota Avalon
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 19,354
Report Date: August 29, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota Avalon vehicles. During a vehicle repair, the seat belt inner buckles may have been replaced with parts that may incorrectly tell the air bag management system that the seat belt is always buckled. If the seat belt is falsely interpreted as being buckled, in the event of a crash, the air bags may not deploy appropriately, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the seat belt assembly to verify that it is properly detecting being unbuckled, replacing the inner seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 17, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0S.

2018-19 Ram 1500
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 4,171
Report Date: August 23, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure. If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U88.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 9,685
Report Date: August 20, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. During production, the air conditioning system drain tube may have been twisted, causing water to drain into the air bag control module. The wet air bag control module may result in an unintentional deployment of the air bags, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain tube, and if it is twisted, the drain tube and air bag control module will be replaced, free of charge. Some of the affected vehicles have had their drain tube previously replaced but did not receive a new air bag control module; the airbag control module will be replaced in these vehicles. The recall is expected to begin October 14, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 87F9.

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE, GLS
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 9,044
Report Date: August 16, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic, and GLS63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may not have been correctly coated, causing gas to become temporarily released into the rear brake hydraulic circuit, reducing braking performance. Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear axle brake system, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early September 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas, 2017-18 Volkswagen Passat
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 8,416
Report Date: August 15, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and 2017-2018 Volkswagen Passat vehicles. The brake caliper bracket mounting bolts on these vehicles may not have been tightened sufficiently. The loose brake bracket bolts can allow the caliper to move, reducing braking ability or causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper bracket bolt tightness, replacing and re-torque the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Additionally, brake caliper fasteners, bleeder valve, and brake hose bolts will be checked and torqued to the correct specification, if necessary, free of charge. For Passat vehicles, dealers will also inspect the parking brake cable for proper connection, free of charge.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 46H6.

2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass, Grand Cherokee; 2018 Ram 1500, Promaster; 2018 Fiat 500X; 2018 Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger, Durango; 2018 Chrysler 300; 2017-18 Jeep Wrangler; 2017-18 Dodge Grand Caravan; 2017-18 Chrysler Town & Country; 2018-19 Jeep Cherokee, Chrysler Pacifica
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 12,779
Report Date: August 9, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition. A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U87.

2018-19 Dodge Grand Caravan, Jeep Compass; 2018 Dodge Journey; 2019 Jeep Cherokee
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 154,335
Report Date: August 9, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance. A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle’s brake system, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U86.

2019 Subaru Ascent
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 293
Report Date: August 2, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength. In the event of a crash, the missing spot welds may compromise the vehicle’s strength, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTU-80.

2018 Genesis G80
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 3,305
Report Date: June 27, 2018
Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly detect that an adult is in the passenger seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. In the event of a crash, if a child or infant is in the seat, the front passenger air bag may deploy instead of being deactivated. In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag deploys instead of being deactivated when a child or infant are in the front passenger seat, it can increase the risk of injury.
Solution: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the OCS, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 24, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 002G.

2018 Jeep Cherokee
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 702
Report Date: July 26, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee all-wheel-drive vehicles. The bearing cage for the right front halfshaft assembly may not have been properly heat treated, possibly resulting in the bearing cage breaking and a potential halfshaft assembly failure. If the halfshaft bearing cage breaks, the halfshaft may not be able to transmit engine power, causing a loss of drive or it can allow the vehicle to move while in the “Park” position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front right halfshaft assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U78.

2013-14 Ford Escape, 2013-16 Ford Fusion
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 504,182
Report Date: July 16, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime. If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S20. Note: Owners are directed to use the parking brake until the recall remedy repairs can be made.

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 45,457
Report Date: July 13, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles. The LED module for the panoramic sunroof ambient light bar may short circuit. A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the power supply for the panoramic sunroof LED module, free of charge, until a future service action can safely reactivate the feature. The recall began July 24, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall 60D1.

2015-18 Volkswagen Golf, Golf Sportwagen
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 33,168
Report Date: July 11, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in “Park.” As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, “Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention.” Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than “Park” increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 37L5.

2015-16 Lamborghini Aventador
Manufacturer: Automobili Lamborghini
Number of vehicles affected: 8
Report Date: July 11, 2018
Issue: Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador SV Coupe and Aventador SV Roadster vehicles. The bolts centering and supporting the brake discs to the wheel’s hub may loosen over time. Continued driving with loose centering bolts may result in the wheel detaching. A wheel detachment can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will replace the centering bolts with ones that have thread-locking fluid, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 31, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini’s number for this recall is L73XR0318.

2017-18 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 10,826
Report Date: July 10, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Mercedes C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, and C63 AMG Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a bonding issue introduced in the production process, the rear beltline trim may separate from the vehicle. If the beltline trim were to separate from the vehicle while driving, it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear beltline trim and replace the trim if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2018 Subaru Forester
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 3,654
Report Date: July 10, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Forester vehicles. The Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.” Installing incorrect tires or applying incorrect tire air pressure may increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTS-78.

2016-18 Cadillac CT6
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 22,043
Report Date: June 28, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, “Child Restraint Anchorage Systems.” If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM’s number for this recall is 18228.

2007-11 Lexus GS, 2006-14 Lexus IS
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 114,998
Report Date: June 26, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota’s number for this recall is JLF.

2013-15 Audi A8, S8
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 6,633
Report Date: June 25, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall July 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 20AV.

2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 1,701
Report Date: June 15, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Maybach S560 and S560 4Matic and Mercedes S450 4Matic, S450, S560, S560 4Matic, and S560 Coupe 4Matic vehicles. The electrical power bars inside the pre-fuse box in the trunk may not have been secured properly. If the power bars are not properly secured, it can cause higher electrical resistance increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, an intermittent contact between the power bars could lead to a loss of vehicle functions. The engine operation, the seat belt functions and the instrument cluster could be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash and injuries.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 15, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2005-06 Mazda MPV
Manufacturer: Mazda North America Operations
Number of vehicles affected: 2,539
Report Date: June 15, 2018
Issue: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2005-2006 Mazda MPV vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda’s number for this recall is 2618F.

2003-08 Mazda Mazda6, 2004-06 Mazda MPV
Manufacturer: Mazda North America Operations
Number of vehicles affected: 269,618
Report Date: June 15, 2018
Issue: Mazda North America Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Mazda6, 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6 and 2004 MPV vehicles nationwide. Mazda is also recalling 2005-2006 MPV vehicles in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 ,Option 4. Mazda’s number for this recall is 2618F

2011-12 Nissan Versa
Manufacturer: Nissan North America
Number of vehicles affected: 104,762
Report Date: June 15, 2018
Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011 Nissan Versa sedan vehicles and 2011-2012 Nissan Versa hatchback vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Nissan is also recalling 2010-2011 Nissan Versa sedan vehicles and 2010-2012 Nissan Versa hatchback vehicles ever registered in the states of ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

2018 Dodge Journey, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 1,837
Report Date: June 14, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, “Rearview Mirrors.” A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U56.

2018 Dodge Journey
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 1,837
Report Date: June 14, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. When reverse gear has been selected, the rear camera view may not be fully visible within two seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, “Rearview Mirrors.” If the full camera view is delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U58.

2013 Chevrolet Volt
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 3,233
Report Date: June 14, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. An update to the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 (HPCM2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition. If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM’s number for this recall is 18215.

2017-18 Chrysler Pacifica
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 240,242
Report Date: June 14, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The Manual Park Release (MPR) plug may be removed without a tool. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, “Theft Protection.” If the MPR is engaged unintentionally, the vehicle could roll away striking and injuring a bystander or cause a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MPR plug, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U50.

2003 Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Golf, Eurovan
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 2,564
Report Date: June 13, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver’s frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69X3.

2018 Ford Expedition, F-150; 2018 Lincoln Navigator
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 5,645
Report Date: June 12, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may cause an oil or fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump and associated components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S17.

2012-18 Lamborghini Aventador
Manufacturer: Automobili Lamborghini
Number of vehicles affected: 1,700
Report Date: June 12, 2018
Issue: Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Lamborghini Aventador Coupe and Roadster vehicles. The engine may stall unexpectedly during certain driving conditions such as when the accelerator pedal is released below 2000 rpms while the transmission is automatically down shifting to a lower gear. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will install updated engine software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini’s number for this recall is L73X-R.02.18.

2012 Ferrari California, 458 Italia, FF
Manufacturer: Ferrari North America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 1,507
Report Date: June 7, 2018
Issue: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2012 Ferrari California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, and FF vehicles that have not already had their passenger frontal air bag replaced. These passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly with one that uses an alternate inflator, free of charge.
Contact: Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari’s number for this recall is 61.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 54,537
Report Date: June 7, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswaen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. The owner’s manuals provided with the affected vehicles do not inform the customers about the child restraint size limitation/restrictions for the second-row center seating position. As a result, the center and adjacent outboard seat belt buckles on the second row can become damaged it a child seat base is installed that is wider than 12.6 inches. A damaged seat belt buckle can release unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the center and left outboard seat belt buckles, and replace them if necessary, free of charge. Volkswagen will also provide an owner’s manual supplement addressing child safety and child restraints. The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69X1.

2013-18 Audi S6, S7; 2012-2018 Audi A6, A7; 2014-18 Audi RS7
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 139,249
Report Date: June 4, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction. If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 31, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 74D5.

2010-13 Kia Forte; 2011-13 Kia Optima; 2011-12 Kia Sedona
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 507,587
Report Date: June 1, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying. If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Solution: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is planned to begin on July 27, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC165.

2018 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, Levante
Manufacturer: Maserati North America
Number of vehicles affected: 62
Report Date: May 25, 2018
Issue: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles. The welds on the front sub frame may be incomplete, which can result in the welds breaking. If the welds fracture, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sub frame for incomplete welds, replacing the sub frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati’s number for this recall is 369.

2018 GMC Terrain
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 88,129
Report Date: May 24, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 GMC Terrain vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) that senses a crash and deploys the necessary air bags may not power down correctly when the vehicle is shut off, causing it to be inoperative when the vehicle is restarted. If the SDM becomes inoperative, it will not detect a crash or command the necessary air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM with updated software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is 18179.

2015-18 Kia Sedona
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 106,428
Report Date: May 23, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed. If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 18, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC164.

2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 1,917
Report Date: May 23, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles. If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover’s number for this recall is N206.

2009-13 BMW X5 
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 33,214
Report Date: May 23, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break. If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin July 13, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2015-17 Mercedes-Benz Metris
Manufacturer: Daimler Vans USA
Number of vehicles affected: 7,433
Report Date: May 22, 2018
Issue: Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vehicles. The transmission support may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle body, potentially resulting in damage to the driveshaft. Damage to the driveshaft could cause a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: DVUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission support mounting bolts, replacing and tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267.

2013 Suzuki Kizashi, SX4
Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 5,786
Report Date: May 17, 2018
Issue: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration. A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki’s number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.

2014-18 Dodge Journey, Charger, Durango, Ram 2500, Ram 3500; Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee; Chrysler 300; 2015-18 Dodge Challenger; 2015-17 Chrysler 200; 2014-19 Ram 1500; 2017-18 Chrysler Pacifica; 2018 Jeep Wrangler
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 4,846,885
Report Date: May 17, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle’s wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 6, 2018. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Contact: The recall is expected to begin July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

2016-18 Chevrolet Cruze
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 111,966
Report Date: May 10, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, “Fuel System Integrity.” A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM’s number for this recall is 18159.

2010-11 BMW 3 Series
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 6,591
Report Date: May 14, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2011 BMW 335d vehicles with diesel engines. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade over time, possibly resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power. A loss of electrical power to the vehicle can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 6, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2014-17 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 207,483
Report Date: May 3, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver’s power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance. High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is 18155.

2015-16 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe Police Pursuit
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 23,004
Report Date: May 3, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe Police Pursuit and Special-Service vehicles. The flexible steel cable connecting the driver’s seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate. If the pretensioner cable becomes fatigued or breaks, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pretensioner cable and seat side-shield, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM’s number for this recall is 18156.

2015 Porsche 918 Spyder
Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America
Number of vehicles affected: 305
Report Date: May 3, 2018
Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder vehicles. The connecting shafts of the longitudinal and transverse control arms may fail due to stress corrosion cracking, impacting vehicle handling. If the control arm connecting shafts crack, affecting vehicle handling, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the longitudinal and transverse control arms, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche’s number for this recall is AJ04.

2018 Jeep Cherokee
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 48,990
Report Date: May 1, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine. These vehicles may have been manufactured with a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment. A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U39.

2018 Jeep Compass
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 2,761
Report Date: May 1, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation. If the lower control arm separates, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U42.

2004-07 Jeep Liberty
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 239,904
Report Date: May 1, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control. A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U38.

2015-17 Ford Transit
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 25,658
Report Date: April 30, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles, equipped with a trailer tow module. Water can enter the tow modules and corrode the wiring causing issues such as rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, an electrical short and possibly the deployment of seatbelt pretensioner. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Turn signal, instrument cluster or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver’s door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle’s wiring harness, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in May 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Note: This is an expansion of recall 17V-668 (Ford recall 17S34). Ford’s number for this recall expansion is 17S34-S1.

2008-09 smart fortwo
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 42,781
Report Date: April 27, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2008-2009 smart fortwo cabrio and fortwo coupe vehicles. The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components. If the mat contacts hot exhaust system components, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with an improved one, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 7,049
Report Date: April 25, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan long wheelbase (LWB) vehicles. A lower loop of a rear shock absorber may separate from its base due to an incorrect welding process. If the lower loop of the rear shock absorber detaches, there may be a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shock absorbers, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 25, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 42i7.

2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 10,156
Report Date: April 24, 2018
Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 176.

2017 Kia Niro
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 27,029
Report Date: April 20, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Kia Niro vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, or replace the HCA cap with additional sealant. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 15, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC163.

2011-12 BMW 5 Series, 7 Series, X5, X6; 2012 BMW 6 Series; 2011-12 MINI Cooper, Clubman, Countryman; 2011-12 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 47,806
Report Date: April 18, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat. If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.

2006-07 Volkswagen Passat
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 71,335
Report Date: April 18, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69Q8.

2018 Buick Regal
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 8,738
Report Date: April 12, 2018
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Buick Regal vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the rear seat belts may have been improperly routed around the bolster bracket on the rear outboard seats, which can cause inadequate restraint of the passengers. If the seat belt fails to adequately restrain the passengers in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belts, correcting the routing of the seat belts as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 5, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM’s number for this recall is 18117.

2013-17 Audi A5, Q5; 2012-15 Audi A6; 2013-16 Audi A4
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 342,867
Report Date: April 11, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump. A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be sent an initial notification beginning on June 11, 2018. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi’s number’s for this recall is 19N3/19N4.

2018 Honda Pilot, Ridgeline; 2018 Acura MDX
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 5,827
Report Date: April 5, 2018
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles and 2018 Acura MDX vehicles. The front driver and passenger powered seats in the Honda vehicles and the driver powered seats in the Acura vehicles may have been assembled with improperly manufactured rivets. In the event of a crash, the rivets can break causing the seats not to be secured to the floor. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, “Seating Systems,” and 210, “Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.” In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the floor, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Solution: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat frame assembly in Acura MDX vehicles, and replace the driver and front passenger seat slide rail frames in Honda Pilot and Ridgeline vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s numbers for this recall is D0S, and T0T.

2004-06 Mitsubishi Lancer
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 17,120
Report Date: April 5, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles that previously received a like-for-like passenger side frontal air bag inflator under recall 15V321 as interim remedy. Also recalled are 2004-2006 Lancer vehicles located in Guam or Saipan that previously received or never received a new inflator under 15V321 or 17V569. These passenger side frontal air bag inflators may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to explode in the event of an air bag deployment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a final replacement passenger side frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 26, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-005.

2018 Ford F-150, Expedition
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 292,909
Report Date: April 4, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions and 2018 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions (excluding Expedition vehicles with a Rotary Gear Shift Dial on the console). The gear shift cable clip may not be properly seated, allowing the transmission to be in a different gear than indicated by the gear shift lever position. If the gear shift cable clip becomes unseated or dislodged, the gear shift lever position may indicate that the transmission is in ‘Park’ when it may be in a different gear. Additionally, despite selecting ‘Park’, if the parking brake is not applied before the vehicle is exited, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the shift cable locking clip and properly seat it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for the recall is 18S10.

2018 Toyota Camry, Highlander; 2017 Toyota Sienna, Tacoma; 2017 Lexus RX
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 6,046
Report Date: April 3, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist. A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 31, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.

2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 12,595
Report Date: March 29, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. Water may leak into the body control module and its connectors, causing corrosion. This corrosion can cause illumination of one or more malfunction indicator lamps, a loss of windshield wiper function, a loss of exterior lighting, a loss of horn function and/or unintended turn signal activation. Electrical malfunctions such as windshield wipers that may not work in the rain and lights that may not work at night increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional sealing protection to prevent water from entering the body control module and its connectors. The recall is expected to begin May 18th, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U36.

2017-18 Mercedes-Benz C-Class; 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 3,088
Report Date: March 29, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 C43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300 Cabriolet, C43 AMG 4Matic Cabriolet and C63S AMG Cabriolet, 2017 C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Coupe, 2018 E400 Coupe and E400 4Matic Coupe vehicles. The seatbacks of the front seats may not properly lock on the right side of the seat. If the seatback does not properly lock, in the event of a crash, the seatbacks may fold forward, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the locking of the seatbacks, replacing the seatbacks lock, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 12,595
Report Date: March 29, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. Water may Leak into the wiring connectors for the rear liftgate and the liftgate-opening switch, causing corrosion. Corrosion at the connectors may cause the liftgate to unintentionally open while moving at speeds of less than 3 miles per hour, allowing cargo to fall out of the vehicle, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional protection against water leaking into the liftgate wiring connectors and switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U34.

2012-16 Tesla Model S
Manufacturer: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 70,421
Report Date: March 29, 2018
Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist. Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 29, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.

2018 Toyota Camry
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 1,730
Report Date: March 28, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. The pistons on these vehicles may be larger than specified, possibly causing the engine to stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production date codes of the pistons and, if an engine contains a piston from the affected production period, the engine assembly will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J1M/J0M.

2009-11 Ferrari California, 2010-11 Ferrari 458 Italia
Manufacturer: Ferrari North America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 1,870
Report Date: March 23, 2018
Issue: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Ferrari California, and 2010-2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vehicles that have not had their passenger frontal air bag replaced. These passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly with one that uses an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari’s number for this recall is 60A.

2016-19 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 121,861
Report Date: March 15, 2018
Issue: Mercedes Benz USA LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 GLC43 AMG, 2016-2019 GLC300 4Matic, 2016-2018 GLC300, 2018 GLC63 AMG 4Matic, and 2018-2019 GLC350e 4Matic vehicles. The seat belt latch plates (the parts that insert into the buckles) for the outboard rear seats may retract into the interior paneling, preventing the occupants from being able to use the seat belts. If the rear seat passengers cannot fasten their seat belts, they have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a buffer to the c-pillar paneling, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 14, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2017 Maserati Quattroporte
Manufacturer: Maserati North America
Number of vehicles affected: 9,044
Report Date: March 14, 2018
Issue: Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2017 Quattroporte vehicles equipped with V6 engines and Maserati Ghibli vehicles. Due to an engine software problem, at slow speeds such as stop-and-go traffic, the transmission may unexpectedly shift into neutral or park, or the engine may shut off. If the transmission shifts into neutral or park unexpectedly, or if the engine shuts down without warning, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will re-flash the software for the engine control module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati’s number for this recall is 365.

2014-16 Honda Odyssey
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 254,568
Report Date: March 13, 2018
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. Due to a manufacturing error, if the walk-in release lever is used to fold a fully reclined left outboard seatback forward, the seatback may stay in the unlocked position (free-folding) or unexpectedly unlock without engaging the walk-in or recliner lever. An unlocked second row left outboard seatback increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Solution: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. If the seatback cannot lock, dealers will replace the seatback frame assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s number for this recall is X0R.

2015-16 Ford Focus
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 5,361
Report Date: March 12, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Focus vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. Owners of Fusion vehicles will have their clutch assembly replaced free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be notified of the recall with an interim notification beginning March 26, 2018. A second letter will be mailed when the remedy is available, currently expected to be in the second quarter of 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S07.

2014-18 Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 1,301,986
Report Date: March 12, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving. A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S08.

2017-18 Kia Optima Hybrid
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 1,710
Report Date: March 8, 2018
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 3, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC162.

2009-12 Ram 1500
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 270,254
Report Date: March 8, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame “T-Slot” bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground. If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 27, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U04.

2011-12 Nissan Juke
Manufacturer: Nissan North America
Number of vehicles affected: 49,385
Report Date: March 7, 2018
Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Nissan Juke vehicles previously remedied under recall 12V-069. During that recall remedy, the fuel pressure sensor may not have been properly tightened, potentially causing the sensor to loosen and leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel pressure sensor to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 7, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

2018 BMW X3
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 17,008
Report Date: March 7, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached during assembly, or may be missing screws, possibly causing the spoiler to detach while driving. If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler, correcting its attachment as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 1, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2009-14 Volkswagen CC; 2010-14 Golf; 2010-11 Eos; 2007-12 Passat
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 51,352
Report Date: March 6, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2011 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan, and 2007-2010 Passat Wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver’s frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 15, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69Q9.

2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 1,505
Report Date: March 6, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The software for the wiper motor may incorrectly interpret the wiper motor as overheating, limiting the windshield wipers to operating only at the low-speed setting. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, “Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems.” Limited wiper function can reduce the driver’s visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 25, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U24.

2017-18 Ford Taurus
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 2,100
Report Date: March 1, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Taurus vehicles equipped with mechanical key ignition systems. The keys for these vehicles may be able to be removed from the ignition when transmission is not in the PARK position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, “Theft Protection.” If the key is removed from the ignition while the vehicle is not in the PARK position and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 19, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18C02.

2018 Range Rover Velar
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 7,090
Report Date: March 1, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows. If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver’s visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover’s number for this recall is N143.

2011 Hyundai Sonata
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 154,753
Report Date: February 27, 2018
Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 Sonata vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying. If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Solution: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin April 20, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 174.

2017 Toyota Tundra
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 8,769
Report Date: February 20, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Tundra vehicles. One of the rear split bench seat leg brackets may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle’s floor pan, possibly allowing the seat to move in a crash. A vehicle with an improperly tightened seat leg bracket could fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, “Seating Systems,” 210, “Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages,” and 225, “Child restraint anchorage systems.” If the rear split bench seat moves in a crash, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the five seat leg bracket bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0I.

2018 Toyota Tundra, Sequoia
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 64,901
Report Date: February 20, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. Electrical interference within the power supply circuit may cause the vehicle’s electronic stability control system to be deactivated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, “Electronic Stability Control Systems.” Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system can increase the risk of a crash in certain conditions.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle’s software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0H.

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 43,941
Report Date: February 17, 2018
Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The steering wheel assembly may break, possibly resulting in the steering wheel separating from the steering column while driving. A steering wheel separation while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will check the production lot number of the steering wheel assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 173.

2018 Toyota Camry
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 11,807
Report Date: February 14, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry vehicles equipped with V6 engines. These vehicles have fuel delivery pipes that may not be properly connected to the fuel hoses in the engine compartment. The improperly connected hoses may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pipes for the correct installation, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota’s number for this recall is J0G.

2016-18 Lexus GS, 2015-18 Lexus RC, 2018 Lexus LC
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 9,905
Report Date: February 14, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lexus GS F, 2018 LC500, and 2015-2018 Lexus RC F vehicles, equipped with 5.0L V8 2UR-GSE engines with two high pressure fuel pumps. Specific operating conditions may result in damage to the pulsation damper in one of the high pressure fuel pumps, possibly causing a fatigue crack in the fuel pump cover. A cracked cover may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Lexus customer service 1-800-255-3987. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are J2B and JLB.

2011-16 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 158,651
Report Date: February 9, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative. Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-004.

2017-18 Volkswagen Tiguan
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 3,768
Report Date: February 9, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Tiguan Limited vehicles. The front driver air bag installed on these vehicles may not be intended for use in vehicles sold in the United States. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection.” In the event of a crash, the incorrect air bags may not protect the driver as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel and front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69V2.

2017-18 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 180,462
Report Date: February 8, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition. Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U11.

2017 Dodge Caravan, 2017 Jeep Wrangler
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 39,456
Report Date: February 8, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed. Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U09.

2014-15 Audi S7; 2016-18 Audi RS7
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 3,543
Report Date: February 7, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum weight is actually 992 lbs/450 kg. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.” If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 44N9.

2018 Jaguar XE, XF, E-Pace, F-Pace, F-TYPE
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 10,073
Report Date: February 2, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar XE, XF, E-PACE, F-PACE and F-TYPE vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar’s number for this recall is H081.

2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, Land Rover Discovery Sport
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 8,211
Report Date: February 1, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Land Rover Discover Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover’s number for this recall is N138.

2016 Toyota Prius; 2016 Lexus RX; 2015-16 Lexus NX
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 48,672
Report Date: January 31, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash. If the air bags fail to deploy in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are JLA, J0F.

2009-12 Audi Q5; 2010-12 Audi A5, S5
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 97,440
Report Date: January 30, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Audi Q5 and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver’s frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 13, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 69R6. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078.

2007-10 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2008-10 Lancer; 2009-10 Lancer Evolution
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 56,641
Report Date: January 26, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Outlander, 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Evolution, and 2010 Lancer Sportback vehicles equipped with sunroofs. The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles. If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-003.

2014-16 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2013-16 Outlander Sport
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 170,354
Report Date: January 26, 2018
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind. If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-18-002.

2017-18 Aston Martin DB11
Manufacturer: Aston Martin
Number of vehicles affected: 1,027
Report Date: January 19, 2018
Issue: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2017-2018 DB11 V12 Coupe and DB11 V8 Coupe vehicles. The driver’s frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Solution: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 1, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988.

2017-18 Jaguar F-Pace
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 3,002
Report Date: January 12, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-Pace vehicles. The Instrument Cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank. A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Note: This recall expands the scope of vehicles recalled under 17V-678. Jaguar’s number for this recall is H056.

2017 Chrysler Pacifica
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 153,859
Report Date: January 11, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles equipped with a 3.6l engine. The engine control software may become out of sync with the crankshaft position sensor, possibly resulting in an engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U01.

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 1,242
Report Date: January 11, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk vehicles equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged Engine. The fuel line may separate. If the fuel line separates, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a fuel line separation increases the risk of an engine compartment fire and injury.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U02.

2013 Ford Mustang; 2009-10 Ford Edge, Fusion, Mustang, Ranger; 2009-10 Lincoln MKX, MKZ; 2009-10 Mercury Milan
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 327,796
Report Date: January 11, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge, Fusion, Mustang and Ranger, Lincoln MKX and Zephyr/MKZ, and Mercury Milan vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” Ford is also recalling certain 2009 Ford Edge, Fusion, Mustang and Ranger, Lincoln MKX and Zephyr/MKZ, and Mercury Milan vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 19, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S01.

2006 Ford Ranger
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 2,700
Report Date: January 11, 2018
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006 Ranger vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver’s frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with sharp metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Ford will notify owners instructing them to not drive their vehicles, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 16, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 18S02.

2009-12 Nissan Versa
Manufacturer: Nissan North America
Number of vehicles affected: 52,614
Report Date: January 10, 2018
Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Versa Hatchback, and 2009-2011 Versa Sedan vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, Nissan is recalling certain 2009-2010 Versa Hatchback, and Versa Sedan vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” Nissan is also recalling certain 2009 Versa Hatchback and Versa Sedan vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

2009-2010, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class; 2010, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, GLK-Class; 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 132,167
Report Date: January 10, 2018
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013 C250, C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 Coupe, E350 Cabrio, E350 Coupe, E550 Cabrio, E350 Coupe 4Matic, E550 Coupe, GLK350 4Matic, GLK250 Bluetec 4Matic, GLK350, SLS Coupe, SLS AMG GT Coupe, and SLS Roadster vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, MBUSA is recalling certain 2010 C300, C300 4Matic, C63 AMG, E350 Coupe, E550 Coupe, GLK350, and GLK350 4Matic vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” MBUSA is also recalling certain 2009 C300, C300 4Matic, C63 AMG, and C350 vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MO, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI and WY or “Zone C.” In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. Parts are currently not available. Owners will be sent an interim notification starting in February 2018. A second notice will be mailed when remedy parts are available.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

2006-11 Hyundai Azera, 2006 Hyundai Sonata
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 87,854
Report Date: November 30, 2017
Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2006-2011 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Hyundai Sonata vehicles. Water may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short .An electrical short within the ABS module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Solution: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle’s main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 23, 2018.
Contact: Owners may call Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 172.

2009-13 Acura TSX, ZDX; 2009-13 Honda Accord, Fit, Insight, Pilot; 2009-11 Honda Civic, CR-V; 2013 Honda FCX Clarity, Fit EV
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 691,726
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Accord Crosstour, Fit and Pilot, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V, and 2010 Acura ZDX and Honda Insight vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” Unless included in Zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura TSX, Honda Accord, Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Fit, and Pilot vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s numbers for this recall are B0K and L0J.

2009-12 Acura RL; 2009-10 Honda Element; 2009-13 Honda Ridgeline
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 24,945
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Acura RL, 2010 Honda Element, and 2010-2013 Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, Honda is recalling certain 2010 Acura RL, 2010-2011 Honda Element and Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” If not included in zones A or B above, Honda is recalling certain 2009 Acura RL, Honda Element, and Honda Ridgeline vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 12, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s numbers for this recall are U0H, and G0I.

2013 Ferrari California, 458 Italia, FF, F12 Berlinetta
Manufacturer: Ferrari North America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 1,073
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2013 California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, FF, and F12 Berlinetta vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari’s number for this recall is 63.

2013 Tesla Model S
Manufacturer: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 17,846
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2013 Model S vehicles equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the passenger frontal air bag modules, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early March 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-18-20-001.

2007-13 BMW X5, X6
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 41,808
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2010 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xdrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 1, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2010-12 Toyota Yaris
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 14,585
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2012 Yaris vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” Additionally, these vehicles are also being recalled in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by March 10, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are G0R (Zone B), and H0A (Zone C).

2009-10, 2013 Toyota Corolla, Yaris, Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner; 2009-10, 2013 Scion xB; 2009-10, 2013 Lexus IS, GX; 2009-10 Pontiac Vibe
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 601,259
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP (Saipan), and the U.S. VI or “Zone A.” Toyota is also recalling certain 2010 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, ES350, IS-F, GX460, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles sold, ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV or “Zone B.” Toyota is also recalling certain 2009 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Yaris, Lexus IS250, IS350, ES350, IS-F, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Toyota will notify the Toyota, Scion and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall is expected to begin January 24, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331, or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. Toyota’s numbers for this recall are “Zone A” Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; “Zone B” Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; “Zone C” Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.

2009-13 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger; 2009-11 Dodge Dakota; 2009 Chrysler Aspen
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 317,000
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009-2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U03.

2010 Mazda Mazda6, CX-7, CX-9; 2013 Mazda Mazda6, CX-9
Manufacturer: Mazda North America Operations
Number of vehicles affected: 70,227
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2013 Mazda6 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or “Zone A.” Additionally, unless covered in “Zone A,” Mazda is recalling certain 2010 Mazda6, CX-7 and CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or “Zone B.” Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2009 Mazda6, CX-7, and CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda’s number for this recall is 1317F.

2009 Subaru Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, Outback
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 72,150
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKC-18.

2009-10 Subaru Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, Outback
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 93,209
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Tribeca, Impreza, Forester, WRX, Legacy, and Outback vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKB-18.

2009-13 Subaru Tribeca, Forester, WRX, Legacy, Outback; 2009-11 Subaru Impreza
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 64,179
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Legacy, Forester, Tribeca, WRX and Outback vehicles, and 2009-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An explosion of an inflator within the passenger frontal air bag module may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front seat passenger, driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is TKA-18.

2010-12 Land Rover Range Rover
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 8,480
Report Date: January 9, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or “Zone B.” Unless included in “Zone B” above, Land Rover is recalling certain 2010-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover’s number for this recall is P084.

2010-15 Jaguar XF
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 16,532
Report Date: January 8, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or “Zone A.” Unless included in “Zone A” above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or “Zone B.” Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2010-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar’s number for this recall is J072.

2009-10, 2013 Jaguar XF
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 8,925
Report Date: January 8, 2018
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2013 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or “Zone A.” Unless included in “Zone A” above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2010 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or “Zone B.” Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is recalling certain 2009 MY Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 28, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar’s number for this recall is J071.

2009-11 Audi A6, S6
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 10,166
Report Date: January 4, 2018
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Audi A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles, ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or “Zone B.” Additionally, unless included in “Zone B” above, Volkswagen is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet vehicles, and 2009-2011 Audi A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or “Zone C.” These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Audi will send an interim owner notification on or before March 03, 2018. When parts to perform the recall repair become available, Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge.
Contact: The recall is expected to begin in June 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

2016-17 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 8,134
Report Date: December 18, 2017
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC and GLC43 4MATIC vehicles. These vehicles may have misadjusted headlights, possibly resulting in the low beam headlights insufficiently illuminating the roadway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.” An insufficiently illuminated roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamp adjustment, adjusting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE; 2017-18 Mercedes-Benz GLS, S-Class
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 8,700
Report Date: December 18, 2017
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLS450, GLE63S 4Matic, GLS63 4Matic, S550e, S600, S63 AMG 4Matic, S65 AMG, S550, Mercedes-Maybach S600, Mercedes-Maybach S550 4Matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic Coupe, GLE63S 4Matic Coupe, 2017-2018 GLS550 4Matic, S550 4Matic, 2018 S450, and S63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear passenger door on the driver side may indicate that it is locked, when it may not be. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, “Door Locks and Door Retention Components.” If the door appears to be locked, the door may be unintentionally opened, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left rear door lock, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

2018 Ford Escape
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 10,157
Report Date: December 18, 2017
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag. If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 29, 2018
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S44.

2004-06 Mazda B-Series Trucks
Manufacturer: Mazda North America Operations
Number of vehicles affected: 19,781
Report Date: December 14, 2017
Issue: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series trucks. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series trucks. Upon deployment of the driver side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Solution: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver’s frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 17, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda’s number for this recall is 1917L.
Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-048. Vehicles that received a replacement air bag inflator under the previous campaign need to return to a dealer to have an alternate inflator installed.

2009-16 Aston Martin DB9, 2009-12 DBS, 2010-15 Rapide, 2012 Virage, 2014 Vanquish
Manufacturer: Aston Martin
Number of vehicles affected: 3,493
Report Date: December 11, 2017
Issue: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2009-2016 DB9, 2009-2012 DBS, 2010-2015 Rapide, 2012 Virage, and 2014 Vanquish vehicles equipped with a 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission. A communication error between the Engine Control Module (ECM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) can cause the transmission park pawl to not engage. If the park pawl does not engage and the vehicle is stopped on a slope and exited without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin’s number for this recall is RA-07-0028.

2005-09 Aston Martin DB9, DBS
Manufacturer: Aston Martin
Number of vehicles affected: 1,953
Report Date: December 11, 2017
Issue: Aston Martin The Americas (Aston Martin) is recalling certain 2005-2009 DB9, and DBS vehicles. The battery supply cable on these vehicles may become damaged when the driver seat is positioned in the full rearward location. If the battery cable is damaged and then grounded, the short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Aston Martin will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery supply cable for damage, and install a routing block to keep the battery supply cable from being compressed by the seat, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 1, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Aston Martin customer service at 1-888-923-9988. Aston Martin’s number for this recall is RA-18-0026.

2004-06 Ford Ranger
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 361,523
Report Date: December 11, 2017
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is superseding a previous recall for certain 2004-2006 Ford Ranger trucks to implement a final repair. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger’s frontal air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 26, 2017, and will be launched in phases through the end of March 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S42.
Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V322 which was an interim repair. Vehicles that received a replacement air bag inflator under the previous campaign need to return to a dealer to have an alternate inflator installed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S42.

2018 Kia Sorento
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 2,014
Report Date: December 8, 2017
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag. If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC159.

2012-14 Audi A6, A7
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 48,693
Report Date: December 6, 2017
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 5, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 20AR.

2012-14 Kia Forte
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 134,366
Report Date: December 1, 2017
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature. If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC158.

2013-14 Hyundai Elantra
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 390,467
Report Date: November 30, 2017
Issue: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Elantra sedan, coupe and GT vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature. If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Solution: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 170.

2016 Ford F-150, Explorer
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 177,264
Report Date: November 29, 2017
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 F-150 and Explorer vehicles. Loose power seat adjuster pivot bolts may cause the front seat cushions to detach and not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash. In the event of a crash, a seat occupant that is not properly restrained has an increased risk of injury.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tightness of the power seat track upper pivot link bolt, either applying threadlocker or replacing the lift link and hardware, free of charge. Interim letters are expected to go out January 15, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S40.

2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango; 2014 Chrysler 300; 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 17,116
Report Date: November 21, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T75.

2017-18 Jeep Compass
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 25,823
Report Date: November 21, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017-2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The brightness of the backlighting for the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) cannot be adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, “Controls and Displays.” An instrument cluster that is too bright, and cannot be dimmed, can reduce the driver’s ability to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update IPC software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T70.

2018 Jeep Compass
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 26,971
Report Date: November 21, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles. The passenger side air bag assembly may have inflator mounting nuts loose within the module assembly. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, unsecured inflator mounting nuts outside of the cushion assembly are potential projectiles that may strike the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module assembly, free of charge. Chrysler issued owners an interim notification on December 15, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T73.

2011-17 Honda Odyssey
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 806,936
Report Date: November 17, 2017
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey vehicles. The second row outboard seats can slide sideways to one of two positions. If a seat is placed between either of the two positions when attaching the seat to the vehicle floor, the seat will not latch properly to the seat striker, allowing the seat to tip forward unexpectedly during braking. If the seat tips forward during braking, it can increase the risk of injury.
Solution: The remedy for this recall is still under development. Honda will notify owners of the safety risk in an interim notification and provide detailed instructions for installing/positioning the second row outer seats and confirming that they are securely latched. Once a final remedy is determined and the necessary parts are available, Honda will send a second letter to the owners to have them visit a dealer to have the condition remedied, free of charge. The interim notification is expected to begin December 18, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact American Honda Customer Support & Campaign Center at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s number for this recall is S0G.

2014-18 BMW i3
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 32,000
Report Date: November 16, 2017
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection.” During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at higher risk of neck injury.
Solution: BMW will notify owners. The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.

2018 Toyota CH-R
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 28,584
Report Date: November 15, 2017
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota CH-R vehicles. The electronic parking brake (EPB) may not operate properly, possibly causing the parking brake not to disengage after it is applied or prevent it from being applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS number 135, “Light Vehicle Brake Systems.” If the EPB cannot be applied, there is an increased risk of a vehicle rollaway if the vehicle is parked on a hill without being placed into “Park.”
Solution: Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will update the programming of the skid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s number for this recall is H0W.

2012-15 Toyota Prius Plug-In
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 39,915
Report Date: November 15, 2017
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid battery contains an Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse that may fracture after repeated high-load driving conditions such as climbing long hills. The failed fuse may cause the hybrid system to shut down resulting in the loss of power. Loss of power while driving at higher speeds can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EV fuse, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s number for this recall is H0R.

2017-18 Mercedes-Benz GLC
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 9,379
Report Date: November 14, 2017
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, and GLC43 AMG vehicles. The fixed panoramic sun roof frontal and side plastic panels may have insufficient bonding, allowing the panels to separate during vehicle operation. If the sunroof panels detach from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash or injury for following traffic.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bonding on the sun roof panels, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 8, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2016-17 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 8,043
Report Date: November 14, 2017
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle’s speed, driving situation or brake application. Increasing braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

2017 Honda Civic
Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 5,404
Report Date: November 9, 2017
Issue: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe vehicles. The right halfshaft may have been improperly heat treated, reducing its strength. The improper heat treatment can result in the halfshaft breaking, preventing the engine from moving the vehicle, and can allow a possible roll away situation if the parking brake is not engaged. This can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the halfshaft’s serial number, replacing it as necessary and aligning the front wheels, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 15, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda’s number for this recall is K0E.

2018 Subaru Crosstrek
Manufacturer: Subaru of America, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 2,367
Report Date: November 7, 2017
Issue: Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation. If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Subaru has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mat retention bracket and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru’s number for this recall is WTR-77.

2017-18 Infiniti QX30
Manufacturer: Nissan North America
Number of vehicles affected: 17,507
Report Date: November 1, 2017
Issue: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling 2017-2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The driver’s air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Solution: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 18, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-622-6200, option 7.

2008-11 BMW 1 Series; 2007-11 BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, X3, Z4
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 740,561
Report Date: October 30, 2017
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 18, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2006-11 BMW 3 Series
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 672,775
Report Date: October 30, 2017
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat. Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 18, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2014-18 Mitsubishi Mirage
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 83,555
Report Date: October 30, 2017
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations such as those from poor road conditions or a flat tire to be a sensor error thereby disabling the air bags from deploying in a crash. Air bags that do not deploy as designed in a crash increase the risk of injury.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-17-006.

2017-18 Jaguar XF, F-Pace; 2016-17 Jaguar XJ; 2018 Jaguar XE
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 7,036
Report Date: October 26, 2017
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank. A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of crash.
Solution: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar’s number for this recall is H056

2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America
Number of vehicles affected: 21,998
Report Date: October 26, 2017
Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank. A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of crash.
Solution: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover’s number for this recall is N124.

2017-18 Audi A4, A4 allroad; 2018 Audi A5
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 31,323
Report Date: October 25, 2017
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad, and 2018 A5 Sportback vehicles. The aluminum trim on the front and rear doors can come loose from around the door speakers, leaving sharp edges exposed. The sharp edges of the speaker trim increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speaker cover aluminum trim, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 70G6.

2017 Ford F-150
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 11,783
Report Date: October 24, 2017
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with ten-speed transmissions. The pin that attaches the transmission shift linkage to the transmission may come out, preventing the transmission from responding to movement of the shift lever. The disconnected linkage may cause the vehicle to not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever. Additionally, despite selecting ‘Park’, if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the roll pin with an updated part, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 11, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S36.

2015-17 Ford Transit
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 65,206
Report Date: October 23, 2017
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles, equipped with a trailer tow module. Water can enter the tow modules and corrode the wiring causing issues such as rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, an electrical short and possibly the deployment of seatbelt pretensioner. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Turn signal, instrument cluster or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver’s door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle’s wiring harness, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk and an interim repair are expected to be mailed in November 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S34.

2011-15 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 3500
Manufacturer: General Motors
Number of vehicles affected: 35,292
Report Date: October 19, 2017
Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. If the front tank overfills, the excess pressure may cause the front tank to expand and contact the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a hold in the tank. The hole will leak fuel, which in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of fire.
Solution: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level sensor software, as well as inspect the front tank, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices are expected to be mailed December 18, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice in February 2018 when the remedy is expected to be available
Contact: Owners may contact GM customer service for Chevrolet 1-800-222-1020 or for GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is 17399.

2005-07 Toyota Sienna, 2009-10 Toyota Sienna
Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Number of vehicles affected: 310,475
Report Date: October 18, 2017
Issue: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2005-2007 and 2009-2010 Toyota Sienna vehicles. In the affected vehicles, due to a problem within the shift lock solenoid, the shift lever may be moved out of the ‘Park’ position without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift lever can be moved from the “Park” position without depressing the brake pedal and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift lock solenoid, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 1, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota’s number for this recall is H0V.

2015-17 Ford F-Series
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 1,101,107
Report Date: October 16, 2017
Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the doors opening while driving although they appear to be closed. A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 13, 2017.
Solution: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing the attaching rivet as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S33.

2016-17 Tesla Model X
Manufacturer: Tesla Motors, Inc.
Number of vehicles affected: 4,582
Report Date: October 12, 2017
Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Model X vehicles. The left-side, second row, reclining seat backs may not fully latch due to having incorrectly adjusted recliner mechanism cables. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, “Seating Systems,” and 210, “Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.” If the seat back moves forward in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Solution: Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla service technicians will correct the cable adjustment for the left-side, fold-flat, second row, seat recliner mechanism, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-17-13-004.

2012 Jeep Liberty; 2012-13 Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 414,134
Report Date: October 10, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash. If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 29, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA’s number for this recall is T56.

2014-18 Mercedes-Benz CLA, GLA, C-Class, E-Class, GLK, GLC
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA
Number of vehicles affected: 495,290
Report Date: October 6, 2017
Issue: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling these vehicles: 2014-2018 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, CLA45 AMG 4Matic, 2015-2018 GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, GLA45 AMG 4Matic, C300 4Matic, C63S AMG, 2012-2014 C250, C350, C300 4Matic, E550 4Matic, 2013-2014 C63 AMG, 2012-2015 C250 Coupe, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG Coupe, 2013-2015 C350 4Matic Coupe, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, 2016-2017 C350e, C43 AMG, 2015 C400 4Matic, 2016-2018 C63 AMG, GLC300, GLC300 4Matic, 2017-2018 C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Coupe, C43 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe, C63S AMG Coupe, C300 Cabriolet, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63S AMG Cabriolet, GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GLC43 AMG Coupe, 2014 E350 Coupe, E350 4Matic Coupe, E350 Cabriolet, E400 Hybrid, 2015-2017 E400 Coupe, E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Cabriolet, 2014-2017 E550 Coupe, E550 Cabriolet, B250e, 2014-2016 E250 BlueTec, E63 AMG 4Matic Wagon, 2012-2013 E350 BlueTec, 2012-2016 E350, E350 4Matic, 2015-2016 E400, E400 4Matic, 2012 E63 AMG, 2014-2015 E250 4Matic BlueTec, 2013-2016 E350 Wagon, 2017 GLC300d 4Matic, and 2018 GLC350e 4Matic. The driver’s air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken. If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.
Solution: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

2013-16 Audi A4, A5, Q5
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 216,440
Report Date: October 5, 2017
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt. The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Solution: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.

2011-14 Hyundai Sonata, 2011-15 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Number of vehicles affected: 443,545
Report Date: October 4, 2017
Issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V-152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners. If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Solution: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 169.

2015-17 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2015-16 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Lancer
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 132,552
Report Date: September 29, 2017
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating. If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Solution: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 24, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-17-005.

2014-16 Kia Soul
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
Number of vehicles affected: 342,381
Report Date: September 29, 2017
Issue: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV vehicles. The pinion plug may allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear assembly. If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 16, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC155.

2006-10 BMW X3
Manufacturer: BMW of North America
Number of vehicles affected: 85,302
Report Date: September 28, 2017
Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure. Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Solution: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 20, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2015-17 Ram ProMaster City
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 11,291
Report Date: September 26, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM ProMaster City vehicles. These vehicles have incorrect information on the tire placard including incorrect vehicle capacity weight, total number of occupants, tire pressure and/or “None” designation for the spare tire size when a full size spare tire is present. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims.” The incorrect tire placard can cause the operator to exceed the vehicle’s weight capacity, or inflate the tires to an incorrect pressure, affecting vehicle handling, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect tire placard with a corrected one, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 15, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T62.

2003-06 Porsche Cayenne
Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America
Number of vehicles affected: 50,145
Report Date: September 20, 2017
Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S “Titanium” Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Solution: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.
Contact: Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche’s number for this recall is AH10.

2004-07 Volkswagen Touareg
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America
Number of vehicles affected: 73,941
Report Date: September 20, 2017
Issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Solution: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. Parts are not currently available, but owners will be notified of the recall beginning November 19, 2017. A second notice will be sent when remedy parts become available.
Contact: Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 20Ai.

2011-14 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 646,394
Report Date: September 18, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly. If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle’s braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 7, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T59.

2004-06 Mitsubishi Lancer, Lancer Evolution
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America
Number of vehicles affected: 66,001
Report Date: September 14, 2017
Issue: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles and 2004 Lancer Sportback vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Solution: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with a different inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 22, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi’s number for this recall is SR-17-001. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-321.

2013-17 Ram 2500, 3500
Manufacturer: FCA US LLC
Number of vehicles affected: 443,712
Report Date: September 12, 2017
Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant. The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Solution: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 1, 2017.
Contact: Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is T51.

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New Global Architecture
The new Corolla sedan will join the all-new Corolla Hatchback introduced earlier this year. Both models are based on the Toyota New Global Architecture, which represents how Toyota builds new vehicles with regard to engineering, structure, chassis, materials and design. The result is a vehicle possessing modern styling, the latest safety features, as well as better performance and improve fuel efficiency.

Trim Levels
The Corolla sedan will be available in five trims: L, LE, XLE, SE and XSE. The SE and XSE will lean toward a sportier look with a sport-tuned suspension, while LE and XLE are designed as a more refined offering.

Hybrid
Toyota also announced there will be a hybrid version of the new Corolla — which is a first for the model line. No details about the Corolla Hybrid have been released yet, so stay tuned for additional news to be released during press preview days at the upcoming 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Exterior Styling
While the 2020 Corolla is updated throughout, the most noticeable changes can be seen in the exterior design. It may not be a performance car, but the new Corolla is trying to look the part with a lower, wider stance. Corolla’s wheelbase remains the same as the outgoing version; however, the track is wider in both front and back, and front overhang has been lessened by 1.3 inches. The hood has also been lowered, which not only gives the car a sleeker look, it also provides better visibility for the driver.

Unique Front Design
Up front the fascia is specific to different trim lines —similar to the design treatment of the larger Camry. The SE and XSE get a body-color chin spoiler, LED accent lights and additional aero treatment to emphasize their sporty nature. The grille is a bit smaller in the SE and XSE but more aggressive looking.

Signature Headlights
Slim LED headlights are wrapped into the fenders, which further emphasize the wider styling while providing a new signature look at night. Toyota offers the Corolla with an optional Adaptive Front-lighting System, which changes the direction of the low-beam lights to match the steering angle.

LED Taillights
LED lamps are used at the rear as well, for a more distinctive look. The sportier SE and XSE get smoked taillights to set them apart from the other trims. These sportier trims also have a rear lip spoiler for further differentiation.

Big Wheels
Another first for the 2020 Corolla is a larger wheel size: the first time 18-inch wheels will be available. The SE and XSE come standard with these larger wheels, while the LE and XLE have 16-inch wheels for standard equipment.

Safety
Toyota equips all levels of the new Corolla with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0. This suite of advanced safety features includes automatic emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, automatic high beams and sign recognition. Also standard is full-speed adaptive cruise control (CVT only,) which can maintain a set distance from the car in front, all the way to a full stop. This can be quite helpful in stop-and-go traffic.

Powertrain Options
Two different engines will be available for the 2020 Toyota Corolla. The L, LE and XLE trims will get an updated version of the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder unit used in the previous-generation Corolla, producing 139 horsepower as well as improved fuel efficiency.

More Power for Sport
For the first time the sporty trims of the Corolla will offer more than just styling and suspension tuning — they actually get more power. The SE and XSE benefit from a completely new 2.0-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder engine that produces 169 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque.

CVT
Both engines are teamed with a new Dynamic Shift continuously variable transmission that achieves the fuel-efficiency expected of a CVT while providing the feel of a typical multi-speed automatic transmission. On the SE and XSE trims, the CVT features a physical first gear that provides better gear-shifting feel at launch. There’s also a simulated 10-speed that “shifts” when in sport mode.

Manual Gearbox
We’re happy to see that Corolla is still available with a proper manual gearbox, and this one looks interesting. The 6-speed iMT, which stands for Intelligent Manual Transmission, features downshift rev matching — a feature more common in performance cars. Hill-start Assist is also standard and of great help when starting on steep inclines. The manual transmission will be available on the sportier SE and XSE trims.

Interior
Like the exterior, the Corolla sedan features a significant upgrade to its interior. Most trim levels will come standard with a high-resolution 8-inch touchscreen display as well as the Entune 3.0 multimedia system. Hard buttons line the screen for easy access to audio, navigation and communication controls. This includes knobs for volume and tuning. The climate system is accessed through a separate set of controls for easy access. Wireless charging for mobile devices is also available.

Connectivity
All Toyota Corollas will come standard with Apple CarPlay as well as Amazon Alexa integration. At this time there are no plans to add Android Auto. Toyota will also equip all Corollas with Safety Connect — after a significant collision, the system will contact a call center that can send emergency vehicles as needed. This can also use be used to request roadside assistance or aid in recovery if the vehicle is stolen.

Front Seats
Toyota has created a new sports seat for the SE and XSE trims, featuring better integration of the head restraint and side bolsters. The higher-level versions will feature Softex trim, and two-tone accents add a nice touch. Softex is Toyota’s synthetic leather product designed for easy cleaning and better durability. Although we didn’t get to spend a lot of time in these new seats, they seem to be quite comfortable without being too snug.

Rear Seat
For such a small car the rear seat is surprisingly roomy. It would be a tight fit for three, but two adults fit with plenty of legroom.

Coming Soon
Look for the 2020 Toyota Corolla sedan to join its hatchback sibling next spring, built in Toyota’s plants in Mississippi and Alabama. Pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date.

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Our Tester
Our test vehicle from the media fleet was the 2018 Audi RS 3 equipped with the Technology Package, Dynamic Package, RS Design Package and RS carbon decorative inlays. Total MSRP as equipped is $62,125 — granted, it may be the least expensive RS, but this car is not inexpensive. Competitors to the RS 3 include the Mercedes-AMG CLA45, Subaru WRX STI, Ford Focus RS and Volkswagen Golf R.

Subtle Styling
Although most folks will see an RS 3 on the street and not recognize it as a performance car, a number of clues indicate this is not a typical compact sedan. Up front, the large Singleframe grille has a black honeycomb pattern surrounded by chrome with “quattro” boldly featured at the bottom of the grille. The black honeycomb also appears in additional air vents below the standard LED headlights.

Big Wheels
Our test Audi RS 3 was equipped with the Dynamic Package, which includes titanium-finish 19-inch wheels and red brake calipers. These features really pop against the RS 3 painted in Nardo Gray.

Rear View
At the rear, the RS 3’s sporty styling continues with a lip spoiler on the trunk, dark-tinted LED taillights and large oval exhaust outlets. Again — subtle clues to the RS 3’s level of performance.

Sporty Interior
The RS 3 earns big points for front sport seats. Not only do they look good in black leather — with contrasting diamond stitching in red as well as the embossed RS logo — they are surprisingly comfortable as well. The side bolsters provide a snug fit that offers great support on winding roads. It is a bit surprising that the seats are not power operated — all adjustments are manual.

RS Design
The test car also had Audi’s optional RS Design Package that adds some nice touches to the interior, including red accent rings around air vents, RS-embroidered floor mats, red-edged seat belts and two additional USB ports in the rear-seat area.

Interface
With the optional Technology Package, this RS 3 features Audi’s Multi Media Interface, which is vastly improved over past versions. Not only does the new MMI have hard buttons to access phone, navigation and audio settings, but the top of the dial can be used to draw letters. Although at first blush this finger painting seems like a gimmick, it quickly became much easier to spell out a destination for the nav system using this method, rather than using the wheel to select letters.

Display Screen
Unlike many current designs, the RS 3 display screen slides out of sight into the dash when the car is turned off — a very nice integration. However, the display seems a bit small and there isn’t any home screen that simultaneously displays pertinent information from climate, audio and nav systems.

Rear Seat
The RS 3 is not a large car, which becomes evident when sitting in the rear seat. The seats are attractive in that they have the same contrasting red stitching, but seating would be very tight for three passengers, and legroom is minimal. If front passengers are willing to slide seats forward, the rear seat is certainly usable for short jaunts.

Trunk Space
For such a small car, the RS 3 has a roomy trunk. The compartment has enough space for several pieces of luggage or parcels, and the trunk lid supports slide into the bodywork so no contents will get crushed.

Virtual Cockpit
Audi’s new Virtual Cockpit has trickled down through the lineup, and it is a favorite. The completely digital gauge cluster in front of the driver can be configured in multiple ways, including putting the navigation in full screen with the speedometer and tachometer moving to the corners.

Performance
If the styling of the RS 3 is somewhat subtle, what’s under the hood is decidedly not. Power comes from a 2.5-liter turbocharged 5-cylinder engine that produces a plentiful 400 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque at 1700 rpm. The RS 3 takes full advantage of that power thanks to the excellent grip provided by Audi’s standard quattro all-wheel-drive system. Of course a wonderful exhaust note accompanies all that power — simply starting the RS 3 will put a smile on any enthusiast’s face.

Quick Shifting
The turbo 5-cylinder engine is teamed with a quick-shifting 7-sped S-Tronic dual-clutch gearbox. The transmission can be left to shift on its own or shifted manually via paddle shifters mounted on the steering column. However, a quick tug on the gear shifter and the car is put into Sport mode, which keeps rpm higher and shifts much quicker. Best of all, downshifts happen intuitively — the throttle gets blipped at each downshift, which makes a wonderful series of sounds when slowing for a stoplight.

Fuel Economy
The U.S. EPA rates the RS 3 at 19 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy /22 mpg overall; however, when driven enthusiastically (as most owners of this car would) the RS 3’s fuel efficiency suffers. During our test days we were barely able to reach 19 mpg. When driving around town with the transmission set to Sport we were close to 12 mpg. But fuel mileage is greatly affected by the driver’s right foot — a lighter touch on the throttle will certainly return better numbers.

Drive Select
The RS 3 gives drivers the ability to change the overall driving dynamics via the Drive Select system. Comfort mode features a softer suspension and lighter steering, which works well for highway cruising. When it’s time to have a bit more fun, Dynamic mode adjusts the magnetic-ride suspension with a stiffer ride for better handling — shifts happen quicker, and the steering gets adjusted to provide more direct feedback. The difference is definitely noticeable.

Behind the Wheel
With 400 horsepower on tap and a quick-shifting gearbox, the RS 3 is an absolute joy to drive. Throttle response is instantaneous, resulting in very quick acceleration. Audi claims this little car will sprint to 60 mph in less than 4 seconds, and there is little evidence to suggest otherwise. When the road gets curvy, the smiles simply get wider. With Dynamic mode, shifts are quick and on point, steering is crisp and responsive, and the all-wheel drive combined with the stability control system keep things in line without being intrusive.

Daily Driver
The RS 3 works just as well as a daily driver as it does as a high-performance sport sedan. In Comfort mode the car cruises easily down the freeway at 70 mph. The car possesses enough space for running daily errands, and its small size makes it easy to park and maneuver.

Rating: 9.0
The RS 3’s compact size, big power and excellent handling create an incredibly fun-to-drive package. Add the subtle styling and comfortable interior — at least for the front seats — and the RS 3 would be a joy to drive every day. Plus, the glorious exhaust note never gets old. At more than $60,000 the RS 3 is rather pricey, but it is a luxuriously sporty car that any driving enthusiast would be happy to park in their driveway.

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Gran Turismo Sport
GTS stands for Gran Turismo Sport — a blend of a comfortable GT-type ride with Sport performance. There have been many GTS models in Porsche’s history, starting with the 1963 904 Carrera GTS that brought Porsche’s racing technology to the streets. Porsche introduced a GTS version of the last-generation Panamera in 2011, and now further refines the formula with the new Panamera GTS.

Model Lineup
The new Panamera GTS is available as either a standard Panamera or a Panamera Sport Turismo. Although standard features and equipment are identical on the two versions, there are some slight performance differences given the additional weight of the Sport Turismo.

Panamera GTS
With a base price of $128,300, the Panamera GTS slots between the Panamera S and the Panamera Turbo. As with other Panameras, the GTS comes well equipped with luxury features such as dual-zone climate control, a high-end 150-watt audio system, dual digital display screens, a Wi-Fi hotspot and two centrally-located USB outlets.

Panamera Sport Turismo GTS
The Panamera Sport Turismo GTS is priced at $134,500 and equipped in the same way as the GTS; however, it is available with 4+1 seating, which provides space for three occupants in the rear. The Sport Turismo also has considerably more cargo space as well as more headroom in the rear seat.

Rear Seat for Two
Even though the Sport Turismo offers rear seating for three, the 2-passenger configuration is preferable. The rear seat’s center console is just as high tech as the one in front, providing climate and seat information. Legroom is decent, and the Sport Turismo provides additional headroom over the standard Panamera.

Unique to GTS
The GTS sets itself apart from the rest of the Panamera lineup in both style and performance. From a visual standpoint, the GTS comes with a SportDesign package that features high-gloss black trim all around. This includes window trim, exhaust outlets, side vents, front grille and GTS logos on the doors. The Porsche logos are also in black, and the taillights get a dark tint. The aggressive look is completed by 20-inch alloy wheels in satin black.

Interior
Inside are standard 18-way Adaptive Sport Seats that feature enhanced side bolsters, power seats and bolstered rear seats. Seats can be swathed in a choice of full leather or a mix of leather and Alcantara.

High Tech
One look inside the Panamera and observers will immediately appreciate the perfect blend of technology and luxury. The wide display screen is easy to read and provides audio, navigation, mobile and other details all at once.

Noteworthy Layout
Panamera’s additional controls are nicely peppered on either side of the transmission lever, providing easy access to climate controls as well as vehicle settings. A black panel makes the whole display appear very high tech.

Sporting Features
What lurks beneath the menacing exterior really makes this Panamera a GTS. The car’s outstanding capability comes in part from adaptive air suspension and a sport chassis, as a well as massive 6-piston aluminum monobloc fixed-caliper brakes in front, 4-piston in the rear, and Pirelli P-Zero tires. A unique rear spoiler unfolds when deployed, providing a greater surface area with improved downforce. Plus, it looks really cool as it deploys.

Sport Chrono Package
The GTS also comes standard with a Sport Chrono Package. This includes a switch on the steering wheel that toggles between four driving modes: Normal, Sport, Sport Plus and Individual. A Sport Response button located in the center of the mode switch acts like a turbo-boost button — it delivers the maximum power possible for 20 seconds. In addition, the responsiveness of the engine becomes sharper and the 8-speed PDK switches to more aggressive shift programming.

Plenty of Options
As is common for Porsche, both models are available with a long list of extras that can dramatically increase the price if so desired. These include a high-end Bose audio system, front and rear seat heaters, LED-Matrix headlights, night vision, adaptive cruise control, thermal insulated glass, park assist and a variety of trim materials and colors.

Performance Goodies
The Panamera GTS is also available with ceramic composite brakes, rear-axle steering and Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport with Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus — all of which enhance the performance and handling of the GTS.

Head-Up Display
The Panamera GTS is also the first Porsche ever to offer a head-up display. The display is completely configurable and can project a range of information. Unfortunately like many displays such as this, it is difficult to see when wearing polarized sunglasses.

Under the Hood
Powering the new Panamera GTS is a 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine producing 460 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque at a low 1800 rpm. Power gets handled through a quick-shifting 8-speed dual-clutch PDK gearbox, sent to all four wheels via Porsche’s Active all-wheel-drive system.

Quick and Fast
Acceleration figures are impressive — no surprise there. The GTS will sprint to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, passing 100 mph in 9.6 seconds on its way to a top speed of 181 mph. The slightly-heavier Sport Turismo takes an additional tenth to reach 100 mph and can “only” muster about 180 mph.

Plenty of Utility
The Panamera certainly isn’t an SUV — although the argument could be made that the Sport Turismo is a wagon — but there’s plenty of utility for such a performance car. When properly outfitted, the Panamera can tow as much as 4,850 pounds or carry 165-pounds of gear on top with the Porsche roof transport system. With its larger storage area, the Sport Turismo can carry almost 50 cubic feet of cargo — even more with the rear seats folded down.

On the Road
Porsche took a small gaggle of auto journos to the Kingdom of Bahrain to test the new GTS on the street as well as the track. As we headed south on King Hamad Highway, the Panamera GTS cruised like a luxury sedan. Comfortable sport seats, a smooth ride and a quiet interior make the GTS a great vehicle for long road trips.

Quick Passing
At one point our Panamera entourage was driving behind a slower military truck. Changing the drive model to Sport + and engaging full throttle resulted in a quick downshift and a big V8 roar — we received lots of smiles and thumbs up from the soldiers as we flew by.

Water in the Desert
Since none of us had ever been to Bahrain, we were surprised when the rains came. Since the roads don’t have much of a drainage system, we ended up traveling through a lot of standing water. The Panamera was perfectly stable, even when hitting puddles at high speed —unfortunately this resulted in some dirty cars.

On the Track
The main reason for being in Bahrain was the opportunity to push the Panamera GTS to its limits on the Bahrain International Circuit — home of the Bahrain Formula One race. While the Panamera is a large vehicle — the Sport Turismo tips the scales at 4,465 pounds — handling is like that of a sports car. Turn-in is crisp with almost no understeer, and the experience provides excellent steering feedback.

Excellent Acceleration
With its full-time all-wheel drive and sophisticated Porsche Stability Management system, the Panamera accelerates quickly out of turns. On the long straight at the track, we were able to easily reach 140 mph before braking hard for the very tight first turn.

Seamless Stability
Since the circuit is in the desert, there was a constant layer of sand on the track, making it a bit slick in places. But even to the amateur driver, the Panamera feels stable and seamlessly corrected our course as needed with little to no momentum loss. Driving a car this fun and this forgiving is definitely a treat.

Great Brakes
Our test cars were equipped with the optional ceramic brakes (designated with yellow calipers) and while the tires were rather worn by the end of the day, the brakes continued to work with no fading well into the evening.

Right for You?
There are many sport sedans on the market—in fact there are several Panameras to choose from. But the new Panamera GTS might be one of the best. With all the qualities of a true grand tourer and the abilities of a proper sports car, the GTS in theory could take the place of two vehicles in your garage. Add to that the luxurious interior and great utility as well as the menacing design, and the Panamera GTS could be the perfect sport sedan. Look for the new Panamera GTS to start arriving in Porsche showrooms sometime in the second quarter of 2019.

Rating: 9.0
Pros: Luxurious ride; impressive handling; sporty styling.
Cons: Head-up display hard to see with sunglasses; options can dramatically increase price.
Bottom Line: Excellent blend of Grand Tourer and Sports Sedan — as a GTS should be.

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General Guidelines
The IIHS has some general guidelines to keep in mind when buying a teen’s first car. These include staying away from high-horsepower models that can tempt a teen to go too fast; buying a bigger, heavier vehicle that is more likely to protect in a crash; only getting cars with electronic stability control; and of course, choosing vehicles that have the highest safety ratings. The IIHS also recommends checking for recalls before making a final purchase decision.

Criteria
Vehicles chosen by the IIHS had to earn good ratings in the organization’s moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraint tests, and good or acceptable ratings in the driver-side small overlap front test. If tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the vehicle must have scored at least a 4 stars overall. Vehicles with a history of high claim frequency for medical or personal injury coverage are excluded. The vehicles in this IIHS list have a starting price below $20,000 based on values obtained from Kelley Blue Book. Vehicles are listed in alphabetical order.

Acura MDX
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated price: $19,600
Classification: Midsize SUV

Acura RLX
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated price: $18,600
Classification: Large Car

Acura TL
Year: 2012–14; built after April 2012
Estimated Price: $10,700
Classification: Midsize Car

Acura TLX
Year: 2015; 2017 and newer
Estimated Price: $16,500
Classification: Midsize Car

Audi A3
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $16,500
Classification: Midsize Car

BMW 2 Series Coupe
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $18,600
Classification: Midsize Car

Buick Encore
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $12,300
Classification: Small SUV

Buick LaCrosse
Year: 2017 and newer
Estimated Price: $19,800
Classification: Large Car

Chevrolet Equinox
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $11,700
Classification: Midsize SUV

Chevrolet Impala
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $13,200
Classification: Large Car

Fiat 500X
Year: 2016 and newer; built after July 2015
Estimated Price: $11,300
Classification: Small SUV

Ford Edge
Year: 2016 and newer
Estimated Price: $17,600
Classification: Midsize SUV

Ford Escape
Year: 2017 and newer
Estimated Price: $14,600
Classification: Small SUV

Ford Flex
Year: 2011 and newer
Estimated Price: $8,700
Classification: Midsize SUV

Ford Fusion
Year: 2013 and newer; built after December 2012
Estimated Price: $8,100
Classification: Midsize Car

Ford Taurus
Year: 2013 and newer
Estimated Price: $10,000
Classification: Large Car

GMC Terrain
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $12,900
Classification: Midsize SUV

Honda Accord Coupe
Year: 2013 and newer
Estimated Price: $8,900
Classification: Midsize Car

Honda Accord Sedan
Year: 2013 and newer
Estimated Price: $9,400
Classification: Midsize Car

Honda CR-V
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $13,500
Classification: Small SUV

Honda Odyssey
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $12,700
Classification: Minivan

Hyundai Santa Fe
Year: 2017 and newer; built after March 2016
Estimated Price: $19,800
Classification: Midsize SUV

Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
Year: 2017 and newer
Estimated Price: $17,700
Classification: Midsize SUV

Hyundai Tucson
Year: 2016 and newer
Estimated Price: $15,100
Classification: Small SUV

Infiniti M37 / Q70
Year: 2013 and newer
Estimated Price: $14,400
Classification: Large Car

Infiniti Q50
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $18,600
Classification: Midsize Car

Kia Sedona
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $12,800
Classification: Minivan

Kia Sorento
Year: 2016 and newer
Estimated Price: $15,900
Classification: Midsize SUV

Kia Sportage
Year: 2017 and newer
Estimated Price: $15,900
Classification: Small SUV

Lincoln MKZ
Year: 2013 and newer
Estimated Price: $11,900
Classification: Midsize Car

Mazda Mazda6
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $9,000
Classification: Midsize Car

Mazda CX-3
Year: 2016 and newer
Estimated Price: $15,100
Classification: Small SUV

Mazda CX-5
Year: 2014 and newer; built after October 2013
Estimated Price: $10,700
Classification: Small SUV

Nissan Murano
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $17,200
Classification: Midsize SUV

Nissan Pathfinder
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $16,300
Classification: Midsize SUV

Nissan Rogue
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $11,500
Classification: Small SUV

Subaru Forester
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $12,000
Classification: Small SUV

Subaru Legacy
Year: 2013 and newer; built after October 2012
Estimated Price: $8,300
Classification: Midsize Car

Subaru Outback
Year: 2013 and newer; built after October 2012
Estimated Price: $10,300
Classification: Midsize

Toyota Avalon
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $17,500
Classification: Large Car

Toyota Highlander
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $17,600
Classification: Midsize SUV

Toyota Prius v
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $14,700
Classification: Midsize Car

Toyota RAV4
Year: 2015 and newer; built after November 2014
Estimated Price: $14,800
Classification: Small SUV

Toyota Sienna
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $17,500
Classification: Minivan

Toyota Tacoma Access Cab
Year: 2016 and newer
Estimated Price: $18,100
Classification: Small Pickup

Toyota Tundra Double Cab
Year: 2014 and newer
Estimated Price: $19,000
Classification: Large Pickup

Volkswagen Jetta
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $8,900
Classification: Midsize Car

Volkswagen Passat
Year: 2013 and newer; built after October 2012
Estimated Price: $6,000
Classification: Midsize Car

Volvo S60
Year: 2011 and newer
Estimated Price: $7,900
Classification: Midsize

Volvo S80
Year: 2007 and newer
Estimated Price: $3,900
Classification: Large Car

Volvo V60
Year: 2015 and newer
Estimated Price: $14,800
Classification: Midsize Car

Volvo XC60
Year: 2013 and newer
Estimated Price: $12,900
Classification: Midsize SUV

Volvo XC90
Year: 2005 and newer
Estimated Price: $3,700
Classification: Midsize SUV

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Allow Extra Time
This may not seem like a driving tip, but it’s where safe winter driving starts: Allow extra time to get to your destination. The same trip in winter weather — even if it’s only rain and poor visibility, but especially in snowy or whiteout conditions — will take longer than it does on a clear, dry roadway. Plan extra time for the trip, which reduces anxiety and should ease the temptation to rush or over-drive the situation.

Leave Extra Room
As driving conditions deteriorate and the road surface becomes slippery, you should increase the following distance between your car and the car ahead. Not only will it give you more room to stop, it will also help you see farther ahead to anticipate events. Don’t rely on the driver in front of you to determine if cars are stopped ahead or the road is blocked — you might notice first and avoid the problem. The recommended following distance for dry pavement is 3 to 4 seconds, which should increase to 8 to 10 seconds when driving in slippery or icy conditions.

Create Extra Time
Give yourself extra time before each stop or turn, simply by slowing early and gently checking the brakes to ensure you can still stop when necessary. Don’t wait until you’re right at the next stoplight to realize you’re going too fast and then end up sliding through the intersection, or entering the next corner too quickly only to discover the car wants to continue straight without turning on the slippery surface. If you slow a little early to “create” time, you can always roll up to the stop or accelerate through a corner as necessary.

Drive for Conditions
The general driving rule for adverse weather is slow down — everything takes longer in slippery conditions, whether it’s accelerating, braking or turning. Accelerate and decelerate slowly, allowing extra time if conditions get worse. If your car has adjustable drive modes use the snow mode, which in most cases will reduce throttle response and/or shift to a higher gear for more gradual acceleration.

Know Your Tires
Tires are a key factor in determining how well your car performs in winter weather. Tires fall into three general categories: Summer, All Season and Winter. Summer tires are not designed for use in snow or icy conditions, whereas all-season tires are designed to provide some level of snow and ice performance and are labeled either M+S or All Season. Winter tires have tread compounds that remain pliable at low temperatures, with tread patterns that trade off some performance in dry and wet conditions for excellent ice and snow traction. True winter tires are marked with a mountain and snowflake symbol.

Know Your Brakes
Most new cars have anti-lock brakes, but older cars may still have brakes without ABS, which require a different braking technique in snow and ice. Experienced drivers probably remember being taught to gently “pump” the brakes in slippery conditions to avoid locking the wheels and sliding, which is still the proper technique for a car without ABS. To stop safely in a car equipped with ABS, the driver should push on the brake pedal and the ABS will “pulse” the brakes to prevent the wheels from locking up. The driver will feel the pulsing sensation through the brake pedal but should not release the pedal until the car has stopped.

Respect 4-Wheel Drive
Tires are very important, even for vehicles equipped with 4- or all-wheel drive — systems that help with acceleration but not necessarily with deceleration, cornering or stopping. With the wrong tires, 4-wheel drive may only get your car moving too fast for the conditions, so it’s important to have all-season or winter tires on your 4-wheel-drive vehicle. A 4-wheel-drive SUV equipped with 20-inch wheels and summer tires might be the first vehicle to end up in a snowbank as a compact car shod with all-season or winter tires drives merrily by. Drive for the conditions — even with 4-wheel drive.

Anticipate Changing Conditions
In wintry weather, the road surface and available traction are often changing — sometimes quickly and repeatedly. The next time you brake may take more distance than the last time, or when you accelerate the tires might slip when they didn’t a few minutes ago. Watch for signals that indicate changing conditions, such as rain turning to snow, snow turning to rain, a different shine to the road surface indicating ice, snow fully covering the road, brake lights ahead, or another car sliding ahead of or behind you.

Slow for Bridges, Off-Ramps
Since a bridge doesn’t have the warmth of the earth beneath it as a road does, cold air surrounds the structure and thus bridge surfaces often freeze before nearby roadways, so drivers should always exercise caution when approaching bridges. Highway on-ramps, off-ramps and side streets do not get as much traffic as main arterials, so they often have more snow or ice than main roads. Therefore, take extra precautions when entering and exiting ramps, or taking less-traveled routes.

Slow for Intersections
Drivers should approach intersections with caution in any weather, but in adverse winter weather extra caution should always be used. At red lights brake early so you don’t accidentally end up in the middle of the intersection. Even if you’re approaching on a green light, check to ensure that cars coming from other directions will be able to stop before the intersection. If cars are stopped in front of you, check to see if they’re having trouble accelerating because of slippery conditions.

Watch Your Mirrors
Another good rule to follow in all driving situations, but especially in the snow: Watch your mirrors to anticipate problems approaching from behind. Did you just have trouble stopping in time for an intersection or other crossing? The driver behind you might have the same experience, so rather than being hit by an approaching car, watch your mirrors so you have time to get out of harm’s way. If you’ve left enough following distance to the car in front, pull ahead and to the right if there is room, turn right or pull into a driveway.

Don’t Use Cruise Control
When conditions are slippery, don’t use cruise control. If your car hits a slippery or icy section of road you want to be in control of the throttle, not the cruise control. Also, you want to be able to vary your vehicle’s speed as necessary based on weather and road conditions.

Know Traction Advisories
When traveling in the mountains, check your state’s department of transportation website before you leave, and make sure you understand the traction advisories that might be issued, such as: Traction Tires Advised, Traction Tires Required and Chains Required. Be sure you know what each advisory means — and what you need to do to legally comply.

Practice Installing Tire Chains
If your travels take you to areas that might require tire chains, practice installing chains before you need to use them. Install them at least once in your garage or driveway; that way you know the chains actually fit your current tires, and what you need to do once you’re on a snow-covered highway and need to chain up.

Slow for Chain-Up Areas
When passing chain-up or chain-removal areas, slow down and watch for stopped cars and people around those cars. Chain-up areas can be very hectic when chains are required, and visibility is likely to be poor due to adverse conditions, so watch for cars entering and leaving the roadway and pedestrians in the area.

Watch for Surprises
When winter roads turn treacherous, you might discover cars stopped where you wouldn’t expect them to be, or pedestrians in the roadway. Always be on the lookout for something unusual that you wouldn’t see under normal conditions, because vehicles might have slid off the road or be stopped somewhere you would not expect.

Give Snowplows Room
In winter weather, snowplows and sand trucks are often out on roads to improve driving conditions. If you approach a snowplow or sand truck, stay back a safe distance and wait until the vehicle pulls over or turns. Passing maintenance vehicles in adverse conditions is ill advised, since you are increasing speed and overtaking into unknown road conditions. The plows are there for a reason. If you absolutely must pass, wait until you have extra room with no oncoming traffic and do so safely.

Full Tank, Chains, Extra Clothes
When traveling in winter weather, keep your gas tank topped so you’re not suddenly low on gas if you experience an extended travel delay or emergency road closure. Always carry chains if traveling on mountain passes where chains might be required. Keep extra winter clothes — including coats, boots and gloves — in the car in case you have to install chains. It’s also a good idea to carry blankets for extra warmth, on the off chance you need to spend extra time in the car during a delay, or if the car gets stuck in the snow and you must wait for assistance.

Stay Home
The best way to make winter driving safer: Stay off the roads. In areas where there are only a few snowy days per year, wait out the conditions. If you live in a Snow Belt state with many wintry days, try to plan your trips so you’re on the road during daylight hours. Even if you’re an extremely good driver in the snow and have a great vehicle with winter tires, remember that other drivers have varying degrees of skill and experience, so always be vigilant — and be careful out there.

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Ford Model A ‘RatGod’

Ford Model A ‘RatGod’

Ford Model A ‘RatGod’

1948 Anglia

1948 Anglia

1964 Dodge A100 Pickup

1964 Dodge A100 Pickup

1964 Dodge A100 Pickup

1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Box Pickup Concept

1978 Chevrolet Silverado Concept

1963 Volvo Amazon

1960 Ford Starliner

1960 Ford Starliner

1958 Edsel Ranger

1958 Edsel Ranger

1958 Edsel Ranger

1957 Chevy 150 Hardtop

1957 Chevy 150 Hardtop

1957 Chevy 150 Hardtop

1957 Chevy 150 Hardtop

1952 Kaiser Henry J

1952 Kaiser Henry J

1954 Willys Pickup

Chevrolet COPO Camaro

Chevrolet COPO Camaro

Chevrolet COPO Camaro

2019 Dodge Challenger RT Scat Pack 1320

BRAAP WERKS Power Wagon

BRAAP WERKS Power Wagon

Ford Bronco

Ford Bronco

Camo Ferrari

Dodge Challenger

Chevrolet Bolt EV Panel Truck Concept

Chevrolet Camaro

Custom 1955 Mercedes Gullwing

Custom 1955 Mercedes Gullwing

Custom 1955 Mercedes Gullwing

Custom 1955 Mercedes Gullwing

Custom Bike

Custom Bike

Custom Chevrolet Bel Air

Custom Chevrolet Bel Air

Custom Eel Air and Bike

Custom Caddy

Custom Caddy

Custom Caddy

1968 Dodge ‘Super Charger’ Concept

1968 Dodge ‘Super Charger’ Concept

Mopar Challenger Drag Pak with a 354 Supercharged Aluminum HEMI

1965 Plymouth Belvedere

1965 Plymouth Belvedere

Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe

Dodge Charger

Hyundai Veloster Turbo

Hyundai Veloster Turbo

Custom Volkswagen Beetle

Custom Volkswagen Beetle

Custom Volkswagen Beetle

Custom Volkswagen Beetle

Nissan GT-R

Jeep Wrangler

Ford Bronco

Ford F-350 Super Duty

Ford F-250 Super Duty

Custom Lowrider

Emory Motorsport Momo Porsche 356 RSR

Emory Motorsport Momo Porsche 356 RSR

Custom Truck

Custom Truck

Custom Wagon

Custom Wagon

Custom Wagon

Dodge Challenger

Dodge Challenger

Galpin Auto Sports Mustang GT

Galpin Auto Sports Mustang GT

CGS Motorsports Mustang GT

CGS Motorsports Mustang GT

Baja-Forged Ranger

Baja-Forged Ranger

Xbox Ranger from Addictive Desert Designs

Blood Type Racing’s Ford Edge ST

2019 Ford GT Carbon Series

2019 Ford GT Carbon Series

2019 Kia Forte Federation

2019 Kia Forte Federation

DUB Kia K900

DUB Kia K900

DUB Kia Stinger GT

DUB Kia Stinger GT

Kia Forte Drift Car

Kia Telluride Horizon Roamer

Kia Telluride Baja Glider

Kia Telluride Cadet Leader

Joker

Lexani Dodge Challenger

Land Rover Defender

Makellos Classics Porsche 911

Makellos Classics Porsche 911

Jeep

Jeep Wrangler Ultimate with Hostile Wheels

Jeep Wagoneer Concept

 Nacho Jeep Wrangler

Nissan 370Z Project Clubsport 23

Plan B SuperDuty

Graham Rahal Performance Acura RDX A-Spec

Graham Rahal Performance Acura RDX A-Spec

Hennessey Velociraptor

Hennessey Velociraptor

Honda Ridgeline Adventure Lifestyle Project

Fate of the Furious Dodge Charger

Hoonigan Ford Mustang

Dodge Charger

Hot Rod Restos Mazda R100

Hot Rod Truck

Hot Rod Truck

Hot Rod

Jeep Jeepster

Hot Rod

Hot Rod

Jeep Sandstorm

Nissan Titan Animal Rescue Rig

Nissan Titan Animal Rescue Rig

Dodge Charger

Welderup Truck

Mercedes-Benz C300

BKT Monster Truck

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Full-Race Motorsports’ Gen-2 “Freak-O-Boost” F-150
Powered by a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine with a Full-Race Motorsports twin-turbo upgrade, intercooler, cold-air intake, charge pipes and cat-back exhaust, the Gen-2 “Freak-O-Boost” F-150 is finished in bold orange and bright blue. Upgrades include FiberwerX wide-body fenders, Icon Vehicle Dynamics wheels and Maxxis RAZR M/T tires.

SpeedKore F-150 Pro-Touring Edition
SpeedKore specializes in carbon fiber, so the Pro-Touring F-150 includes carbon fiber front fenders, splitter, taillight panel, exhaust tips and interior trim. The exterior is painted with custom gray PPG paint and the interior receives a full custom leather upgrade from Gabe’s Custom Interiors. The 5.0-liter V8 engine is upgraded with a Ford Performance supercharger, cold-air intake and side-exit exhaust.

Transfer Flow Ford F-150
Transfer Flow creates a family adventure truck from the F-150, powered by the new 3.0-liter Power Stroke diesel engine. Off-road suspension and other accessories include Fab Fours Vengeance front and rear bumpers and roof rack, and a Yakima kayak rack.

Extang 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty
To build the ultimate tailgate truck, Extang truck bed covers worked with college students to create this F-350 Super Duty Lariat. The ultimate tailgate truck features a slide-out game table, cooler, BBQ grill and large-screen OLED television and sound system designed by Extang engineers and built by students from Washtenaw Community College’s Custom Cars and Concepts program.

2019 F-250 Super Duty by Wilderness Collective
A moto tours company, Wilderness Collective took a 2019 F-250 Super Duty XLT FX4 Crew Cab and turned it into an off-road adventure truck. Upgrades include an Icon Stage 5 suspension lift kit with Hellwig Products air lift and Toyo Open Country M/T tires on 20-inch Fifteen52 TurboMac wheels.

2019 F-250 Super Duty Transformer Work Truck by DeBerti Design
The 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel gets upgraded with a twin-turbo kit from Midwest Diesel & Auto and Fleece Performance Engineering, a No Limit Fabrication air-to-liquid intercooler, a cold-air intake and other modifications to produce 900 horsepower. Suspension includes Eibach coil springs, adjustable Fox shocks, Hellwig Products airbags, sway bars and BFGoodrich KR2 37-inch tires mounted to Ultra-Wheel beadlock wheels.

Ranger Pre-Runner from Ford Performance
With the new Ford Ranger coming for 2019, Ford Performance created the Ranger Pre-Runner with custom paint, an Addictive Desert Designs Desert Racer front bumper, Ford Performance wheels and BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 tires. Power comes from a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission and a Ford Performance by Borla cat-back exhaust.

2019 Ford Ranger Base Camp
For a camping adventure, the Ranger Base Camp includes a Yakima Skinny Warrior roof basket, a heavy-duty rack kit by Outpost, a Slim Shady awning, heavy-duty hook straps and a recovery track mount. Off-road upgrades include Fox/BDS Suspension 3-inch leveling kit, off-road shocks, a BDS upper control arm kit, and skidplates and a differential cover from Ford Performance. Ascent front and rear bumpers by WARN Industries were added, as well as a WARN 10k Zeon front winch and grille guard.

Xbox Ranger from Addictive Desert Designs
The colors and camo pattern of the Xbox Ranger were inspired by the Xbox Design Lab program that allows gamers to customize their wireless Xbox controllers. Passengers in the rear seat can game with two Xbox One Xs, and can display the game on screens in the bed of the truck.

Project Nightfall
Finished in custom Axalta matte gray with bright green accents, Project Nightfall looks equally at home off-road or on city streets. Accessories include an A.R.E. CX Revo bed cap, BDS Suspension upper control arms, an Airlift load lifter, a FOX 3-inch leveling kit with off-road shocks, Bushwacker fender flares, custom Ford Performance stealth bumpers, N-Fab Epyx side steps and Black Rhino Mint 20-inch wheels with Cooper Discoverer STT Pro tires.

Project Ranger X
Built by BDS Suspension, Project Ranger X features a custom long-bed conversion and Knapheide utility box with a custom-built rack system for tools, supplies and recovery gear. Modified for more extreme adventures, Ranger X adds a BDS Suspension 6-inch suspension lift kit with upper control arms, Fox 2.5 Factory Series DSC coil-overs, an AirLift rear airbag system and KMC XD Series Grenade off-road wheels with BFGoodrich Mud/Terrain KM3 tires. Project Ranger X also has a WARN Ascent front bumper with a Zeon 10-S winch, rock sliders and full underbody skidplates.

Baja-Forged Ranger
Based on a 2019 Ranger XLT FX4 SuperCrew, the Baja-forged Ranger offers a military them finished in PPG Industries Envirobase paint in custom army green, bronze and yellow. Modifications include Baja-forged tube-style front and rear bumpers, a bed cage with an Pro Eagle jack, a rock rail, fender flares, and an upgraded mid-travel suspension lift from Icon Vehicle Dynamics. The Baja-forged Ranger rides on 17-inch bronze Icon wheels with BFGoodrich Mud/Terrain KM3s.

Airdesign USA Ranger
Starting with a 2019 Ranger XLT 4×4 SuperCrew, Airdesign USA Ranger showcases Ford Licensed Accessories from Airdesign including door rocker moldings, front bumper lower center bar with bumper flares, fender vents, a hood scoop, a rear cab spoiler, a tailgate spoiler and a tailgate applique. Suspension mods include BDS Suspension upper control arms, Fox 2.5 Factory Series DSC coilovers, and Fox 2.0 rear shocks with 20-inch Fuel Ripper satin black wheels and Nitto Ridge Grappler tires.

Blood Type Racing’s Edge ST
The Edge ST is the first SUV from the Ford Performance team, and Blood Type Racing takes it up another notch with lowered suspension, its own performance induction, a Mishimoto charged intercooler, and an MRT dual stainless performance exhaust. Blood Type Racing finished it off with a gloss blue wrap, custom aerodynamics, 22-inch wheels and Toyo STIII Proxes tires.

LGE*CTS Expedition Classic
Designer/builder Theresa Contreras used vintage design cues and rich materials to customize this 2018 Ford Expedition XLT 4×4. Finished in matte paint with steel wheels, the LGE*CTS Expedition Classic includes ReadyLIFT leveling suspension, a Borla performance cat-back exhaust and a custom-painted Yakima OffGrid roof rack.

Hulst Customs 2018 Destination Expedition
A luxury family adventurer SUV, the Destination Expedition includes custom gray paint with lower graphics, a Striker custom hood, a Hulst Customs grille insert with an aluminum center, a blacked-out greenhouse and color-matched 26-inch Lexani wheels. Other updates include a Borla cat-back exhaust system with custom-fabricated exhaust tips, Yakima FatCat snowboard carriers and an Outlier snowboard from Deviation Snowboard Works.

MAD Industries Explorer
Blending style and performance, the MAD Industries Ford Explorer gets finished in two-tone with BASF R-M custom Ruby Red and Jet Black paint and a MAD Industries shaved roof rack. The interior features premium leather seats, a custom MAD Industries steering wheel, billet aluminum pedals, color-matched accents and LED lighting.

Tucci Hot Rods Big Adventures EcoSport
Tucci Hot Rods gives Ford’s small SUV a much more aggressive off-road appearance with Dom Tucci Design 3D-printed fender flares, Maxxis Bravo AT tires, an integrated winch, custom tubular bumpers, Rigid Industries lighting and a Yakima bike rack. Performance upgrades include a Borla Custom Ford Performance Exhaust, K&N filter and ISC Suspension N1 coilover shock absorbers.

Galpin Auto Sports Mustang GT
With a racing-inspired wide-body design, the Galpin Auto Sport Mustang GT features custom black and purple paint and adds additional downforce via a front splitter, side rockers and a rear diffuser. Ford Performance upgrades include a Roush supercharger, a cat-back exhaust, a short-throw shifter, springs, shocks and sway bars. The GAS Mustang GT is finished with custom-painted 1221 Apex 2.0-style wheels and Toyo Proxes tires.

CJ Pony Parts Drifting Mustang GT
Painted Custom Dark Shadow Gray, the CJ Pony Parts drifting Mustang GT features a Stars and Stripes theme with copper accents, including a Watson Racing roll cage in copper. Producing more than 700 horsepower, the 5.0-liter V8 engine is modified with a Ford Performance/Roush supercharger as well as a Ford Performance cat-back exhaust. Ford Performance lowering springs, HRE FF04 satin gold wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires complete the package.

CGS Motorsports Mustang GT
A Custom TS Designs wide-body kit, Air Design hood vents, an Air Design rear spoiler and Custom Axalta paint by Andy Meeh of Flying Iron Designs give the CGS Motorsports Mustang GT a sinister look finished with 22-inch Savini forged wheels. Diode Dynamics converted the headlights to unique LED lighting and Rigid undercar LED lighting.

TJIN Edition EcoBoost Mustang
There is nothing subtle about the TJIN Edition EcoBoost Mustang with its Electric Purple paint by PPG, RTR body kit and 20-inch center-lock Forgeline wheels. Performance upgrades include a BorgWarner high-performance turbocharger; a Ford Performance cat-back exhaust; a Full-Race manifold, downpipe, intercooler and charge pipes; and fully-adjustable air suspension by Air Lift 3H.

Bojix Design Mustang GT
Even at the SEMA show, this Mustang draws attention with custom bright blue and gray two-tone paint; an Air Design front bumper with splitter, rocker panels and hood vents; an APR carbon fiber front splitter and drag wing; and 20-inch Savini SV67 wheels. Performance mods include Bojix Design supercar exhaust with Borla mufflers, a Ford Performance suspension and 2-piece Brembo rotors with fixed calipers.

Series 1 Mustang RTR
Ford Performance teamed up with world champion drifter Vaughn Gittin, Jr. and RTR vehicles to create the Series 1 RTR for Mustang GT and EcoBoost equipped with the Performance Pack 1. A total of 500 Series 1 Mustang RTR conversion kits will be sold and installed at Ford dealers starting in 2019. The kit includes staggered 19-inch wheels, a Performance Pack 1 spoiler with an RTR Gurney Flap, an RTR grille, an RTR body kit and other RTR accessories.

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