Latest Investigation News
Investigations news & other fine automotive happenings.
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Nissan Cube Airbag Recall Closes Federal Investigation

2009-2010 Nissan Cube airbag modules could detach from the steering wheels.
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Ford Edge Coolant Leaking Into Engines, Alleges Petition

More than 1,500 complaints about 2015-2018 Ford Edge engine problems.
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Petition: Ford Maverick Hybrids Have Braking Problems

Ford Maverick Hybrid owner claims the trucks crash from brake failures.
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Petition: Toyota Grand Highlander Front Grill Complaints

Toyota Grand Highlander and Grand Highlander Hybrid front grills allow radiator damage.
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GM Hard Brake Pedals Investigated in 1,164,820 Vehicles

Original Cadillac LYRIQ probe greatly expanded for eBoost braking problems.
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No Nissan Rogue Tie Rod Recall Necessary, Says Government

Investigation takes 2 years, but most 2021 Nissan Rogue bent tie rod incidents caused by impacts.
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GM Engine Failure Investigation Includes Nearly 1 Million Vehicles

Owners continue to complain about GM L87 engine failures after vehicles were recalled and repaired.
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Acura TLX and Acura MDX Vehicles Won't Be Investigated

Safety defect petition says vehicles can lose all-wheel-drive capabilities.
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Ford Timing Belt Failures Investigated in 1-Liter Engines

Government upgrades investigation into 1.0L Fox Classic Timing Belts.
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Ford Flex B-Pillar Trim Will Be Repaired in Recall

Some Ford Flex SUVs will be recalled, others will receive B-pillar trim warranty extensions.
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Big Changes Are Coming to Electric Vehicle Door Handles

Petition to investigate emergency door releases in Tesla vehicles is denied, but new rules coming.
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Nearly 1.2 Million Tesla Vehicles Investigated For Suspension Failures

Feds receive 156 complaints about suspension failures in Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.
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Tesla Crashed Into House After Driver Pressed Accelerator Pedal

Investigators find Tesla driver pressed accelerator pedal to 100% before death of Martha Avila.
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Tesla Phantom Braking Investigation Closed by Feds

Tesla phantom braking incidents and complaints have drastically decreased.
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Honda Odyssey Side Airbag Recall Satisfies Feds
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Investigation closed after recall of about 440,000 model year 2018-2022 Honda Odyssey minivans.















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