Latest Investigation News
Investigations news & other fine automotive happenings.
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Ford EcoSport Engine and Oil Pump Problems Investigated
Owners of 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport SUVs complained oil pumps caused engine failures.
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Ford Focus Recall Investigated For Canister Purge Valves
After 2 Ford Focus recalls, car owners continue to complain about vehicles that lose power.
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Kia Soul EV Parking Brake Recall May Need to be Expanded
Kia Soul EVs were recalled in 2020 for rollaway dangers. Feds want to know if recall was good enough
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Toyota Yaris Electrical Problems Cause Defect Petition
Petition filed with government alleges 2019 Toyota Yaris was hacked externally.
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Investigation Closed Into GM Airbag Warning Lights
Regulators find a 'rare' condition that could cause driver's side airbags to fail.
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Regulators Close Honda Accord Steering Investigation
2013-2015 Honda Accord owners claim the steering wheels suddenly pull to the side.
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Chevrolet Cobalt and HHR Fuel Line Investigation Closed
More than 200 complaints alleged the metal fuel lines rusted and leaked fuel.
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Ford Mustang Mach-E Recall Investigated
Even after recall repairs, Mustang Mach-E owners complain their vehicles lose power.
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Petitioner Withdraws NHTSA Pedestrian Alert Petition
Petition claimed more than 9 million electric and hybrid vehicles were defective.
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Ram 1500 Power Steering Recall May Be Expanded
Investigation opened into Ram 1500 power steering complaints and failures following 2016 recall.
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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Steering Complaints Investigated
Government receives complaints about drivers losing steering control or power steering.
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Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Vehicles Allegedly Won't Start
Government receives petition to investigate 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 vehicles.
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Ford Escape Door Problems Investigated
About 118 complaints have been filed about 2020-2021 Ford Escape door problems.
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Kia EV6 ICCU Failures Investigated
2022 Kia EV6 owners say the integrated charging control units cause stalled vehicles.
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Tesla Sudden Acceleration Should Be Investigated, Alleges Petition
Safety regulators asked for a second time to look into unintended acceleration in Tesla vehicles.