Latest Investigation News
Investigations news & other fine automotive happenings.
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Feds Question Using Tesla FSD in Fog or Sun Glare

Tesla FSD has a degradation detection system to warn drivers of fog and other visibility problems.
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Tesla Sudden Acceleration Recall Petition Denied

Defect petition filed in 2023 claims Tesla sudden unintended acceleration events can be prevented.
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Kia EV9 Windshield Wiper Problems to be Repaired

Feds close investigation into 2024-2025 Kia EV9 windshield wiper problems and failures.
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Acura Transfer Case Failures Need Investigated, Says Petition

Defect petition alleges Acura TLX and Acura MDX transfer cases and power take-off units fail.
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Investigation: Ram ProMaster Vans Losing Power Steering

About 137,000 Ram vans investigated after drivers complained of losing power steering when driving.
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Chrysler Active Head Restraint Recall Not Needed, Says NHTSA

Nearly 7-year investigation closed into sudden Chrysler active headrest deployments.
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Ford Flex Backup Camera Recalls Close Down Investigation

Ford's 2 rearview camera recalls and warranty extension satisfy safety regulators.
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Investigation: Ford F-150 Transmissions Suddenly Downshift

Federal investigation upgraded for nearly 1.3 million 2015-2017 Ford F-150 trucks.
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Waymo Driverless Vehicle Hits Child in California

Investigation opened into incident which Waymo insists could have been much worse.
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Mazda CX-90 Sticky Steering Wheels Investigated

2024 Mazda CX-90 sticky steering wheels were recalled but owners continue to complain.
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GM Engine Failure Recall Investigation Opened

Nearly 600,000 vehicles included in probe of complaints about GM L87 6.2L engine failures.
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Kia Piston Oil Ring Recall Failures Fixed, Government Concludes

Kia Seltos and Kia Soul piston oil ring recall was a confirmed circus for vehicle owners.
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Ford 1-Liter Engine Problems Investigated in Fiesta and Focus

2015-2017 Ford Fiesta and 2015-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with 1.0L engines that fail.
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Tesla Model 3 Emergency Door Releases May Be Investigated

Owner of a 2022 Tesla Model 3 says the door release is unlabeled, concealed and hidden.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Rear Coil Spring Recall Investigated

Government investigates why Jeep owners keep complaining about detached rear coil springs.















