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June Recalls (Click here for Previous years)Ford 2009 Expedition, Navigator> Improperly adjusted brake stop lamp switch prevents the brake lights from working. General Motors 2008 Saturn VUE> Paint on the outside door handles causes the latch to stick or bind preventing the door to latch. Dealers will replace the outside door handles with chrome door handles. Kia 2001-2004 Optima> (only in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, & District Of Columbia) Road salt corrodes the front subframe causing steering noises, tire misalignment and steering pull. Corrosion leads to the control arm forward mounting point breaking loose from the subframe and front wheel will hit the fender or wheel well causing a loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect the subframe, drill drainage holes, and apply rust-proofing material, or replace it if badly corroded. Toyota 2009 Highlander, RAV4, Scion TC, XB, Sienna, Tacoma, Yaris; 2009-2010 Tundra> Fails to meet DOT requirements for having accurate load carrying capacity modification labels. Volvo 2008-2009 S80, V70, XC70> ECM software programming problem causes the engine cooling to stop working causing engine overheating and failure. Motorcycles, Scooters, Roadsters BMW: 2009 K1300 S, K1300 GT> Foaming brake fluid in the front reservoir causes loss of front brakes. Bombardier: 2008-2009 Can-Am Spyder Roadster> Excessive steering effort is needed to keep the vehicle from drifting out of lane causing steering overcorrection and deviation of the vehicle into another lane which increases the possibility of a crash with other traffic and or a drive off the road. Classic Motorworks 2009 Bullet Electra E-5, G5 Classic, Military, Deluxe> Lubrication problems caused by a tight fit result in the 3rd gear galling on the clutch shaft and seizing the shaft causing rear wheel lock up. Ducati: 2009 1198 S, 1098 R, AND F1098 S Streetfighter> Cracking of the right fork in the area of the wheel pinch bolt allows the wheel to come off. Harley Davidson> 2008-09 FLSTSB, FXSTSSE2, FXSTSSE3> The acorn stud at the brake reaction link comes off allowing the front brake and fender assembly to come loose. Piaggio: 2005-2008 BV 500 AND X9 500> Fuel filter to fuel pump hose comes loose causing engine stalling, fuel leak, and fire. Other M&O International> HID headlight kits produce excessive glare to oncoming traffic and fail to meet DOT standards. May Recalls Chrysler 2009 Dodge Ram light duty pickup trucks> Software for the manual temperature control causes the defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative. Ford 2009 F-150 Trucks> Improperly adjusted brake stop lamp switch causes delay or loss of brake stop lamp illumination. General Motors 2008-2009 Pontiac G8> 1) Improperly programmed brake stop lamp switch causes loss of brake stop lamp illumination or continual brake light illumination. 2) Tire Pressure monitoring preprogrammed values allow the pressure to fall too low before warning the driver. 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade Hybrid, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe, Tahoe Hybrid, Colorado; GMC Yukon, Yukon Hybrid, Yukon Xl, Canyon> RTV seal for the Fuel System Control Module leaks and allows water intrusion into the module causing a short or open circuit resulting in engine stall or no start. Dealers will replace the module. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse> Failure of the parking brake cable link connector allows the shift lever is to be left in some position other than the park position, resulting in unintended vehicle movement. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro V8> Positive battery cable shorts against the starter motor causing a dead battery, no start, or possible electrical fire. Hyundai 2002-2003 Sonata> Cracked chrome plating on the upper edge inboard and outboard surfaces of the door handle may inflict laceration injuries to anyone using the door handle. Jaguar 2007-2009 XK> Tire Pressure Warning System was turned off with the run flat tires installed at the factory. Mazda 2009 Mazda3> Improper operation of the dynamic stability control causes it to fail to meet DOT safety standards for yaw (tip over) control. Nissan 2003-2007 Murano> Plastic air intake ducts which connect to the intermediate resonator in the engine air intake system shrink and come loose causing engine stalling. Toyota 2008 Highlander, Highlander Hybird> Clamp holding the exhaust tip cracks allowing the exhaust tip to fall off the vehicle causing a road hazard. Volkswagen 2006-2009 Jetta (5TH Generation) 2.01 ENGINE> Improperly made driveshaft cover plate screws come loose allowing the driveshaft to detach from the gearbox and damage the housing allowing gear oil onto the road causing danger to other drivers. Note: The condition is preceded by a knocking sound. Motorcycles Big Dog: 2005 Ridgeback> The rear wheel may crack under certain operating conditions causing loss of control and a crash. Dealers will inspect the wheels and owners are advised to return for a free inspection every 2,500 miles. BMW: R1200 GS Adventure> High engine speed combined with large demand for electrical current causes loss of electrical signals from the ABS pressure sensors resulting in the ABS control unit turning off with subsequent loss of ABS function. Ducati 2009 1198, 1198 S, 1098 R, 848; 2010 F1098 Streetfighter, Streetfighter S> Fuel line plastic fitting connecting to the fuel injector leaks gas causing engine stall or engine fire. Ducati: 2008 Desmosedici RR> Incorrect routing of the main wiring harness causes unexpected loss of function of electrical systems or loss of engine performance increasing the risk of a crash. Honda: 2008 CBR1000RR> Failed hose clamp on the water pump cover allows hot coolant to spew on the riders left lower leg and scald the rider. Qingqi Group: 2008 ZAP Xebra> Fail to meet DOT stopping distance requirements. Note: Remedy and notification schedule hasn’t been determined by the manufacturer. Other Dope Inc> Combination corner and bumper headlamp lamp assemblies don’t contain amber side reflectors and fail to meet DOT standards. Gnu Inc> HID headlight kits produce excessive glare to oncoming traffic and fail to meet DOT standards. Mozo LLC> HID headlight kits produce excessive glare to oncoming traffic and fail to meet DOT standards. Vertex> HID headlight kits produce excessive glare to oncoming traffic and fail to meet DOT standards. Yakima Quickback> Trunk mounted bike racks P/N 8002621, 8002622 top straps attaching the rack to the vehicle may detach when one or more bicycles are mounted on the rack. April Recalls Chrysler 2001-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee> Front seat electric heater elements could overheat and cause a fire. Note: This also covers Chrysler recall NO. 06V-197 for seat heater elements replacement. 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty> (salt belt states Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia , Wisconsin And The District Of Columbia). Front suspension upper control arm ball joint lubrication is lost allowing corrosion, accelerated wear, and failure of the ball joint to stay together resulting in loss of steering. Dealers will replace the front upper control arm assembly. 2009 Dodge Journey, Jeep Commander, Grand Cherokee, Wrangler> Reversed wiring on the steering column for the airbag control module prevents the airbag from deploying in a crash. General Motors 1997-2003 Buick Regal; 1998-2003 Chevrolet Lumina, Monte Carlo, Impala; 1998-99 Oldsmobile Intrigue; 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.8L V6 naturally aspirated engine> With hard braking some engine oil runs below the heat shield and drips on the exhaust manifold causing an engine compartment fire. Dealers will remove the spark plug wire retention channel at the front of engine and install two new spark plug wire retainers. Hyundai 2001-2003 Elantra; 2003 Tiburon> (only in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, & District Of Columbia) Road salt corrodes the lower control arms causing the steel to become perforated where the ball joint attaches and where the arm attaches to the chassis and if the steel breaks, the wheel will fall away from the vehicle causing complete loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect the control arms, drill drainage holes, apply rust-proofing material, or replace them if badly corroded. 2001-2003 Sante Fe> (only in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, & District Of Columbia) Road salt corrodes the rear trailing arms causing the steel to become perforated where the arm attaches to the chassis and if the steel breaks, the vehicle will drop down lower, the tires will become misaligned causing steering pull and quickly wear out the tires, and the wheel will fall away from the vehicle causing complete loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect the trailing arms arms, drill drainage holes, apply rust-proofing material, or replace them if badly corroded. 2001-2004 Sonata; 2001-2004 XG300, XG350> (only in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, & District Of Columbia) Road salt corrodes the front subframe causing steering noises, tire misalignment and steering pull. Corrosion leads to the control arm forward mounting point breaking loose from the subframe and front wheel will hit the fender or wheel well causing a loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect the subframe, drill drainage holes, and apply rust-proofing material, or replace it if badly corroded. 2006-2007 Accent, Entourage, Sonata; 2007 Azera, Elantra And Santa Fe; 2005-2007 Tucson; 2007-2008 Veracruz> Failure of the stop lamp switch causes the brake lights to stay on or off, will not let the transmission be shifted out of park, cruise control won’t deactivate, and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light will illuminate. Mazda 2010 Mazda3> Engine wiring harness rubs and grounds out against the starter motor causing engine stalling, shift problems, a blown main fuse with a no-start condition. Motorcycles BMW: R1200 GS Adventure> High engine speed combined with large demand for electrical current causes loss of electrical signals from the ABS pressure sensors resulting in the ABS control unit turning off with subsequent loss of ABS function. Harley-Davidson: 2008 Buell 1125R, 2009 XB12R, XB12SEG> Front brake line rubs on the front tire causing a brake fluid leak and loss of front brake. Tires Bridgestone: Exedra G850 G 180/70R16 77H> Rear tire installed on 2008-09 Triumph Rocket III touring motorcycles suffers from torque-induced degradation of the body ply which results in inner liner cracking, air leak, and vibration at high speeds. Other Thule Roof-Mounted Racks> Kits P/N 3068 and 3069, USED podium foot packs P/N 460 AND 460R contain faulty securing bolts that snap off allowing the rack to come off and create a road hazard. Note: The racks were sold aftermarket for installation on various Mazda and Subaru vehicles. Sabersport combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies> Sold in the aftermarket for most passenger vehicles, the lamps fail to conform to DOT requirements because they aren’t fitted with amber side reflectors. Yakima Quickback, P/N 8002621, 8002622> Trunk mounted bike racks top straps attaching the rack to the vehicle may detach when one or more bicycles are mounted on the rack. March Recalls Chrysler 2002-2009 Dodge Ram> Replacement windshield wiper module P/N 55077098AJ, allows water intrusion that causes the wiper system to fail. 2009 Dodge Journey> Unused electrical connector for the optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet option becomes corroded and shorts out causing an electrical fire. Note: The 25 Amp fuse for this circuit does not blow. 2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 3500 heavy duty cab with FTE manual transmission and power adjustable pedal package>Cutch pedal connecting rod comes loose from the master cylinder preventing disengagement of the clutch. General Motors 2009 HUMMER H3T> Failed fuel tank front support strap allows the fuel tank to come off the vehicle. 2009 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Cobalt, HHR, Malibu, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Pontiac G5, G6, Saturn Aura, Outlook> Loose transmission shift cable adjustment clip causes the shift lever and the actual position of the transmission gear to not match up allowing the ignition key to be removed while the transmission gear isn’t in "park" and the vehicle could roll away. Mercedes Benz 2009 M-Class W164 with optional power lift gate> A faulty seal around the rear tail lamp assembly allows water to enter the rear compartment and short out the control unit for the power lift gate and cause an electrical fire. 2009 S-Class, W221> Incorrect front and rear passenger side door locks could result in a door that cannot be opened by pulling the handle. Mitsubishi 2008-2009 Outlander, Lacer> Failure of the brake booster check valve prevents the power brakes from providing braking assist and increases stopping distance. Volkswagen 2008 R32> Fuel tank ventilation valve fails to seal allowing liquid fuel to vent into the evaporative (EVAP) system and saturate the carbon canister. This causes performance and drivability problems and turns on the malfunction indicator lamp with a diagnostic trouble code for a fuel. if fuel leaks from the EVAP pump filter, it could cause a fire. 2009 CC> Wiring harness for the right front passenger seat gets damaged when the seat is moved causing the airbag control module to deactivate the passengers frontal airbag and turn on the airbag warning light. Motorcycles BMW: 2008 F800 GS> Axle shaft breaks which increases the risk of a crash. Kawasaki: 2009 Vulcan 2000> Headlamp assembly multiple bulb and lens elements produces lighting that doesn’t meet DOT standards. February Recalls Chrysler 2009 Sebring, Dodge Avenger 2.4L> Dash instrument display for the gas gauge reads high resulting in the car running out of fuel when the gauge still shows there’s fuel. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module. 2009 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan> Power circuit electrical connectors for the blind spot detection system become corroded and short circuit causing an electrical fire. Ferrari 2005-2007 F40 Spider> Fluid leaks from cracks in the convertible top hydraulic hoses and onto the engine causing a fire. Ford 2009 4X2 Ranger> Front wheel spindles fracture allowing the wheel to separate from the truck. General Motors 2005-2006 Pontiac G6> Corrosion in the wiring connector prevents the brake lights from operating, the cruise control may not engage, and greater brake pedal force may be required to shift the vehicle out of park. Honda 2009 Odyssey> Front brake hoses abrade against the brake caliper bolt and develop a brake fluid leak. Mazda 2007-2009 CX9> Wiring harness of the adjustable seat shorts against front cover bracket attached on the front side of the seat cushion causing the seat with position memory function to change positions uncontrollably. 2009 Mazda6> Sticking outer door handles prevent the door from latching, allowing the door to open while the vehicle is in motion. Motorcycles Harley-Davidson: 2002 to 2009 VRSC (excluding VRSCF model)> THE MOUNTING BRACKET for the LED turn signal mounting kits, P/N 69951-08 or 69593-08, which secures the turn signal controller to the motorcycle frame punches a hole in the oil filter. Kawasaki: 2008-2009 KLR 650 (KL650E8F/L, KL650E9F/L)> 1) Bolts for the muffler assembly come loose from the frame allowing it to fall off. 2) Wiring harness shorts against the frame causing loss of electrical power to the engine creating. Kawasaki: 2009 Ninja ZX10R (ZX1000E9F/E9FA/E9FAL)> Timing inspection caps on the starter clutch cover come loose and fall out allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire. Piaggio 2008-2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 200> Handlebar mounted windshield does not meet DOT standards. Other Dorman> Steering knuckles, P/N 697-902, 697-903, NAPA P/N 7-8502, 7-8503: Material defect results in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area. January Recalls Chrysler 2005 Dodge Durango> Fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve fails to close when refueling and allows fuel to escape through the filler neck at the end of refueling. 2008-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 CAB equipped with “Powers and Sons” steering linkage> The drag link inner tie rod to pitman arm ball stud fractures and the steering linkage damper attaching bracket may yield and shift on the linkage resulting in a loss of steering control and the restricted ability to turn the vehicle in one direction. Maserati 2008 Gran Turismo, Quattroporte, Alfa Romeo> Upper and lower ball joint nuts come loose allowing the ball joint stud to separate from the suspension arm causing loss of steering. Note: This may be proceeded steering noise and steering wheel vibration. Mazda 2009 B-Series trucks (2-wheel drive)> Front wheel spindle stem breaks allowing the wheel to come off the vehicle. Nissan 2005-2009 Pathfinder, Frontier Xterra> Road salt shorts the front crash zone sensor turning on the air bag warning light and disabling the airbags. Note: This Recall is for owners in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, District of Columbia. Owners in other states will have warranty coverage extended to 10 years. Toyota 2004 Sienna> Missing retention clip securing the floor carpet cover allows the carpet to jam the accelerator pedal to nearly full throttle position. 2006-08 Lexus IS; 2006-07 GS; 2007-08 LS> Aluminum fuel delivery pipes (fuel rails) will internally corrode and leak gas if the gasoline used contains ethanol. 2006-2007 Yaris> Gas propellant used to operate the driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners (located in the B-pillar) ignites the urethane foam insulator causing a post-collision fire. Motorcycles BMW: 2008 F650 GS, F800 GS> Chain sprocket fasteners come loose from the sprocket, jamming the chain and causing loss of control. Piaggio: 2008-2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 100> 1) Hoses connecting the fuel tank to the charcoal canister are pinched and/or crimped. 2) Hoses in and out of the charcoal canister were installed backwards. 3) Fuel tank roll over valve for installed incorrectly. 4) Dirt and/or faulty float valves in the carburetor cause flooding, hard starting, stalling, fuel leaks. Piaggio: 2008-2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 200> 1) incorrect float level in the carburetor 2) Dirt and varnish residue of dried gasoline keeps the float needle from seating correctly 3) Blocked hoses that don’t let the float bowl vent. These problems prevent proper carburetor function resulting in engine flooding, hard starting, poor performance and fuel leaking from the carburetor. Suzuki: 2005-2006 GSX-R1000> Frame cracks/breaks from repeated hard landings from wheelies or other stunts. Dealers will replace the frame if cracks are found, otherwise a frame reinforcement brace will be attached to the frame using bolts and epoxy adhesive. Yamaha: 2006-2009 FJR1300> Ignition switch wiring comes loose causing sudden engine stall. Other
Chrysler aftermarket steering linkage for
2003-08 Dodge Ram heavy duty pickup trucks> The drag link inner
tie rod to pitman arm ball stud fractures and the steering linkage
damper attaching bracket may yield and shift on the linkage resulting in
a loss of steering control and the restricted ability to turn the
vehicle in one direction. P/N’s 52122362AA to 52122362AD |
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