Latest Investigation News
Investigations news & other fine automotive happenings.
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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.
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Hyundai Palisade Seat Belt Buckle Recall Ends Investigation
Seat belt buckles in Hyundai Palisades were unlatching without warning.
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Dodge Dart Shift Cable Investigation Closed After Recall
Dodge Dart shift cable bushing recall includes 2013-2016 Dart cars.
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Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Failure Investigated
Government opens investigation after owner complains of problems with rear seat belt webbing.
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Ram Truck Steering Complaints Caused Investigation, Now Closed
Recall of Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks ends probe of steering failures caused by drag links.
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Ford Edge Brake Line Recall Ends Federal Investigation
Ford and Lincoln brake hoses were rupturing and allowing brake fluid to leak.
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Ford Cracked Fuel Injector Recall Shuts Down Investigation
Federal probe closed after Ford agreed to replace all the fuel injectors in certain models.
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VinFast VF 8 Lane Keep Assist Recall Closes Federal Investigation
Owners of 2023-2024 VinFast VF 8 SUVs complained the vehicles had problems with lane lines.
