Defective Vehicles, Collusive Government: Recent Auto Recalls You Should Know About

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued recalls for various vehicles, raising questions about the safety of popular car models on American roads. These recalls highlight issues with automotive manufacturers, from unintended airbag deployment to software glitches, putting consumers at risk:

Hyundai Recalls:

• Models Affected: 2024 Santa Fe, Santa Fe HEV (NHTSA report).

• Issue: Wiring harness defect that can lead to unintended airbag deployment or deactivation, increasing the risk of injury.

• Fix: Dealers to inspect, repair, or replace wiring harness for free.

• Contact: Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Recall number: 265.

• Models Affected: 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe (NHTSA report).

• Issue: Fractured return spring in ignition lock switch, leading to unintended vehicle movement and increased crash risk.

• Fix: Dealers to replace ignition lock switch at no cost.

• Contact: Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Recall number: 266.

Nissan Recall:

• Models Affected: 2023 Ariya (NHTSA report).
• Issue: Inverter software error that can shut down the EV system, resulting in loss of drive power and increased crash risk.
• Fix: Dealers to inspect and update software for free.
• Contact: Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Recall number: R24A8.

Tesla Recall:

• Models Affected: 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, 2020-2024 Model Y (NHTSA report).
• Issue: Hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood, obstructing driver's view and increasing crash risk.
• Fix: Tesla has released an over-the-air software update.
• Contact: Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Recall number: SB-24-00-012.

Vehicle owners can check for recalls using the NHTSA database, which allows searches by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Stay vigilant and informed, as corporate negligence becomes yet another obstacle to our safety.