Ford recalling 30,000 heavy-duty trucks in Canada for tailgates falling open

2018 Ford F-250 Super DutyDerek McNaughton / Driving Ford is recalling more than a quarter-million heavy-duty trucks in North America over concerns their tailgates could fall open while driving.Some 29,953 Ford F-250 and F-450 pickups from model years 2017 through 2019 are affected in Canada, and another 231,664 in the U.S.On affected vehicles, the electric tailgate latch release switch inside the tailgate handle could short circuit when it comes in contact with water, letting the latches the loose and dropping the tailgate unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is sitting still or driving.Only trucks with an electronic tailgate handle are affected, of course.A separate recall the automaker also announced early December will see some 4,000 new Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs recalled in North America over a possible fuel leak risk.On 2020 models, a protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line may be too short, allowing it to contact a vapor fuel line and, over time, possibly rub through it. If this happens, it could create a gas
Origin: Ford recalling 30,000 heavy-duty trucks in Canada for tailgates falling open

Ford recalling more than 5,500 Rangers in Canada over faulty taillights

Ford is recalling more than 5,500 Ranger pickups in Canada over taillights that may not work properly.The recall covers trucks from the 2019 model year, and applies to some 78,264 Rangers globally specifically, 5,564 are affected in Canada.On those affected trucks, the rear lights may function intermittently or simply not work due to badly installed or misaligned terminals.This means the position lights, brake lights and turn signals may not illuminate fully, reducing the visibility of the truck to other road users.Dealers will repair the issue by adjusting the terminals. This marks the fifth recall for the Ranger this year, its first model year on sale in Canada, which suggests Ford is still working out the bugs on the new
Origin: Ford recalling more than 5,500 Rangers in Canada over faulty taillights

Ford is recalling 1,500 Rangers in Canada for fire risk

Ford is recalling 1,544 Ranger pickups in Canada because of the fire risk posed by their blower motors.A total of 19,509 trucks from model year 2019 are affected in North America.On affected trucks, there may not be enough clearance between an electrical terminal and a base plate inside the HVAC systems blower motor, making a short circuit possible.If an electrical short does occur, the blower could overheat, smoke, melt or catch fire.Ford has not heard from any Ranger owners affected by the issue though one warranty claimant did report smoke in the cabin, possibly due to the short but six trucks were affected prior to their delivery to dealerships.Ford will replace the parts in affected
Origin: Ford is recalling 1,500 Rangers in Canada for fire risk

Ford recalling 4,300 heavy-duty trucks in Canada because axle may fracture

Ford is recalling 4,316 new heavy-duty trucks in Canada because an axle shaft made from a bad batch of steel may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash in traffic, or of a rollaway in park.A total 28,579 examples of 2019 model year Ford F-Series Super Duty pickups are also affected by the recall in the U.S.On affected vehicles, the electronically locking rear-axle assembly may have been assembled with a passenger-side axle shaft made from a steel not up to Fords specifications, which may fracture.If the vehicle is driving in two-wheel-drive mode when this happens, it could stop or slow the truck in traffic; if stopped without the parking brake applied, the vehicle may be unable to hold park and could move.Ford is advising owners to use the parking brake when the truck is parked until dealers inspect and repair the axle shafts in affected
Origin: Ford recalling 4,300 heavy-duty trucks in Canada because axle may fracture

Nissan recalling entire new-car range for backup camera issue

2019 Nissan AltimaCosta Mouzouris / Driving Nissan is recalling 1.3 million vehicles mainly in the U.S. and Canada to fix a problem with the backup camera displays.The recall covers the 2018 and 2019 Nissan Altima, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport known as the Qashqai in Canada Sentra, Titan, Versa Note and Versa Sedan. Also included are the Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles.From the 2019 model year, the Nissan GT-R and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70 and Q70L also are included.The recalled vehicles also went to Israel, Korea and Saipan, the company says.Nissan says in government documents posted Tuesday that owners can adjust the camera displays so the image isnt visible. The displays will keep that setting the next time the vehicles are shifted into reverse. That violates federal safety standards. Documents say the lack of a backup camera image increases the risk of a crash.The company says it has no reports of crashes or injuries.Dealers will update the backup camera software settings at no cost to owners starting October 21. The company says the repair will take less than a half
Origin: Nissan recalling entire new-car range for backup camera issue

Ford recalling more than 23,000 SUVs in Canada for seats that cut

2017 Ford Explorer Ford is recalling some 23,380 Explorer SUVs in Canada because the sharp edges of the front seat frames have been cutting passengers hands as they reach down to adjust it.In North America, a total of roughly 338,300 Explorers from model year 2017 equipped with power seats are affected by the issue.The sharp seat frame edges have led to Ford so far fielding some 31 reports of people cutting their hands as they reached down between the power front seat and the center console, the automaker said September 13.Dealers will add flocked tape to the exposed edge and tab on the inboard side of the power seat frames. Ford told customers that, in the interim, they should use caution and avoid contact with the seat frame edge until the repair is
Origin: Ford recalling more than 23,000 SUVs in Canada for seats that cut

VW recalling roughly 117,000 cars in Canada over a rollaway risk

2018 Volkswagen GolfHandout / Volkswagen Volkswagen is recalling roughly 117,000 cars in Canada and 679,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a problem that could let the cars roll away unexpectedly.The recall covers certain 2011 through 2018 Jettas; 2015 through 2019 GTIs; 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019 Golfs; 2012 through 2019 Beetles and Beetle Convertibles; and 2017 through 2019 Golf SportWagens.All have automatic transmissions, manual hand brakes and keyless entry.VW says silicate can build up on a shift lever switch, allowing the key to be removed if the lever isnt in park. That could let the cars roll off unexpectedly.Dealers will add a switch and circuit board to fix the problem. The recall starts on October 11.A VW spokesman says hes not aware of any crashes or injuries due to the
Origin: VW recalling roughly 117,000 cars in Canada over a rollaway risk

Alfa Romeo recalling Stelvio, Giulia over optimistic fuel gauges

2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia QuadrifoglioDerek McNaughton / Driving Alfa Romeo is recalling almost new 22,000 Stelvio crossovers and Giulia sedans, including 935 in Canada, because the fuel gauges could indicate theres more gas tank in the tank than there really is.Model year 2018 and 2019 cars and trucks are affected, specifically more than 11,000 Giulia sedans and more than 10,000 Stelvio SUVs in the U.S. Fewer than 1,000 cars are affected in Canada.Affected vehicles may suddenly stall when they run out of gasoline unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Italian owners of the cars and trucks found this out firsthand, and its how Alfa Romeo first learned of the issue, in fact.Faulty software in the vehicles means the fuel gauge may display one or two notches higher than actual; the issue is much more likely to show up if the car is parked for more than 30 minutes on a steep hill with a fuel tank filled between a half and three-quarters.When parked that long at an incline of more than 10 percent, the software will read the fuel level, assume the tank has been refilled, and re-calibrate itself incorrectly.Affected vehicles will have new software installed starting September
Origin: Alfa Romeo recalling Stelvio, Giulia over optimistic fuel gauges

Porsche recalling almost 9,000 cars in Canada over rollaway risk

Almost 9,000 older Porsche sedans and SUVs are being recalled in Canada because a defect with their gear shifters may put them at risk of rolling away when their owners think theyve put them in PARK.Some 8,742 vehicles are affected in Canada, along with another 99,700 in the U.S., for a total of about 108,400.The specific models affected include Porsche Cayenne SUVs from 2004 through 2010; Cayenne S and Turbo SUVs from 2003 through 2006; and Cayenne Turbo S SUVs from the 2006 model year.Also affected are Porsche Panamera and Panamera 4 sedans from 2011 through 2016; Panamera S, 4 S and Turbo sedans from 2010 through 2016; and a wide variety of Turbo trims and 4 special editions from specific model years in the 2012 through 2016 range.In affected vehicles, a plastic bushing attached to the cable between the gear shifter and the gearbox may separate; even with the vehicle in PARK and the key removed, this means it may be possible for it to roll away.Porsche does not know of any injuries related to the defect, but has received numerous reports of the cables detaching. Porsche dealers will begin replacing the bushing in
Origin: Porsche recalling almost 9,000 cars in Canada over rollaway risk

Porsche recalling first-gen Panameras over fire risk

Porsche is recalling some 33,206 examples of its first-generation Panamera sedan in North America because in rare cases, a potential electrical system failure could lead to a fire in the vehicle. Most all first-gen Panamera trims are affected, including the 2010 through 2016 Panamera S and 4S; the 2011 through 2016 Panamera, Panamera 4 and Turbo; the 2012 through 2016 Panamera Turbo S and S E-Hybrid; the 2013 through 2016 Panamera GTS; the 2013 Platinum Edition and 4 Platinum Edition; the 2014 to 2016 Panamera 4S Executive, Turbo Executive and Turbo S Executive; and the 2015 Panamera Diesel, Edition, 4 Edition and Turbo S Exclusive Series. The defect involves water entering the air conditioning blower control unit, possibly leading to a short-circuit over time, which in turn poses a fire risk. While drivers should be able to detect something is wrong while driving, the short circuit could also happen when the vehicle is shut off, and so Porsche is asking owners to park their Panameras outside until the vehicle has been fixed. Dealers will add a relay harness to the blower control unit in affected vehicles and reseal it to protect it from water
Origin: Porsche recalling first-gen Panameras over fire risk