#NHTSA#

Fisker's Controversial Proposal on Recall Repair Costs Challenged by DOJ
Fisker asks owners to pay labor costs for recall repairs, DOJ says it's illegal, NHTSA involved, court action pending. Less than 150 characters.
Avery·

NHTSA Ends Four-Year Investigation into Tesla Suspension Failures, Urges Expansion of Service Bulletin
The NHTSA ended its 4-year investigation on Tesla suspension issues. It found hundreds of incidents. Tesla had a service bulletin, but NHTSA wants it expanded. There were reports of failures, but few led to crashes.
Madison·

NHTSA Increases Possibility of Massive Airbag Recall Due to Safety Hazards
NHTSA may recall 51 million airbags; safety hazards found in inflation devices; affects many automakers; ARC and Stellantis oppose; 30 days for opinions.
Madison·

North American BMW to Recall 394,029 cars due to driver airbag failures
North American BMW is recalling 394,029 cars due to faulty driver airbags. Defective inflation devices may explode, causing injury or death. Affects 2006-2011 3 Series sedans, etc. BMW to notify owners and dealers will replace airbag modules for free.
Jacob·

US Automakers Lobby Against Stringent AEB Rules
The US automotive industry wants NHTSA to reconsider tough AEB rules, citing technological challenges and potential negative impacts.
Avery·

Canadian Ministry Requires Tesla to Change Indicator Lights Back
The Canadian Ministry of Transport wants Tesla to revert indicator lights. NHTSA had previously requested a change. Tesla has addressed it with an OTA update.
Jacob·

Tesla to Recall 125K+ EVs in US for seat belt issue
Tesla will recall 125,227 EVs in the US due to a seat belt warning system malfunction and will fix it via OTA software update. Models involved 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y.
Maxwell·

NHTSA Investigates Tesla for Power Steering Failure
The NHTSA is investigating Tesla Model 3 and Model Y for power steering failure, with hundreds of complaints. Tesla has received requests for records.
Madison·

NHTSA Ends Investigation on Tesla Model X Seat Belt Issue
The NHTSA has ended the investigation on Tesla Model X seat belt problems after the recall. More details inside.
Jacob·

NHTSA Announces Recall of 51,500 Volkswagen ID.4 Cars
The NHTSA announces a recall of 51,500 Volkswagen ID.4 cars due to door opening issues. No casualties reported yet.
Avery·

NHTSA Launches Preliminary Investigation into Fisker Ocean SUV
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the United States has initiated a preliminary investigation into the Fisker Ocean SUV due to complaints about the automatic emergency braking system. This exacerbates Fisker's existing troubles, including safety concerns and financial difficulties.
Jacob·