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Daily Record
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Major motor company issues one of its largest recalls with over 1 million cars affected
The motor company joins four others that have also recently submitted recall documents A major motor company has launched one of the largest recalls in its history, with more than one million cars affected. Ford Motor Company announced this week that it has recalled more than one million units of vehicles. This is due to safety concerns. The vehicles have shown problems with the rear camera system. This defect mainly affects the SYNC 4 system and has been considered a real threat to road safety, increasing the risk of a crash. One million cars will be sent back to go back to the dealership to fix their rear cameras. The recall impacts all models with the SYNC 4 system that were manufactured between 2021 and 2025, according to Reuters. The issue pertains to the cameras freezing, lagging, or not turning on when the vehicle starts reversing. This means they're failing to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) no. 111 "Rear Visibility" which requires that rear cameras must display within two seconds after shifting into reverse. The problem arose from a fault in the SYNC 4 accessory interface module, specifically in versions 1.7 to 1.9. This software error is why the rear camera doesn't link up correctly with the driver's action, causing the image losses. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) alerted Ford to the issue in January 2025 after receiving 37 complaints from owners and 15 reports of frozen images. One minor accident has been reported in relation to the defect. The recall will be done via a software update that Ford will send remotely (OTA), meaning drivers don't need to go to a dealership unless they want to. Official notices to owners will be sent between June 16 and June 20, 2025. Ford said its engineering team is working to pinpoint the cause and bring about the necessary update. Ford published an extensive list of the affected models, but some of the main models are: Ford F-150 (2021-2023) Ford Bronco (2021) Ford Edge (2021) Ford Mustang Mach-E (2021, manufactured in Mexico) Ford Expedition (2022) Ford Transit (2022 and 2025) Ford Escape (2023) Ford Ranger (2024) Ford Mustang (2024) Lincoln Nautilus (2021) Lincoln Navigator (2022) Lincoln Corsair (2023) The complete list also includes Super Duty versions of the F-150 such as the F-250 up to the F-600. Wondering if your car is part of the recall? Visit Ford's website here to find out. It comes after Tesla, Mazda and Kia have also recently submitted recall documents in the US. Recently filed documents with the NHTSA pertain to nearly 64,000 Ford compact pickup trucks, with worries raised about an airbag indicator light that could be loose or dislodged and not visible to vehicle occupants. Owners of 2025 Maverick trucks will be offered a complimentary repair as dealers will fit airbag indicator light retaining clips free of charge. Some Tesla drivers have also been alerted. Although only 172 vehicles are involved in this recall, affected vehicles include certain 2026 Model Y vehicles, manufactured in April 2025. The issue is related to the hose connector in the windscreen wipers which may become blocked, stopping washer fluid from reaching the windscreen. Tesla has stated it will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector for free, with impacted drivers expected to receive letters informing them of the issue by the end of July. Meanwhile, more than 82,000 KIA vehicles are at risk of being recalled following worries about parking lights potentially failing to illuminate. The problem has been identified in certain 2025 K5 vehicles, which could result in reduced visibility. A glitch in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) software may cause parking lights to flicker. And Mazda has discovered a problem with some of its Sophisticated Air Bag Sensor (SAS) units, which could trigger an error code and deactivate the airbags due to a low battery condition. This could lead to serious repercussions as airbags might not deploy in the event of a collision. Mazda's North American Operations division has issued a recall for certain 2024-2025 Mazda3 and CX30 vehicles. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Will NHTSA's Anti-Drunk-Driving Tech Mandate Survive 2025?
Back in January 2024, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) calling for a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) that would mandate impaired-driving detection systems in every new passenger vehicle sold in the United States. Born from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (passed in late 2021), the proposal aimed to combat the 13,000-plus annual deaths caused by alcohol-impaired driving with passive detection systems built directly into cars. Now it's June 2025 and we're still waiting. Eighteen thousand public comments later, with no clear implementation update. No final rule. No rollout plan. Just a quick review behind the scenes as political priorities shift in Washington. The timing couldn't be more uncertain. President Donald Trump, now returned to office, has a deeply personal disdain for alcohol due to the death of his brother, Fred Trump, Jr., who in 1981 at the age of 42, died from a heart attack caused by his alcohol use. President Trump has also championed deregulation and railed against federal overreach in the private sector. The question now hanging over this initiative is: Will his administration kill the mandate, slow-walk it or push forward with modifications? NHTSA's early 2024 filing didn't propose a specific technology. It proposed a performance standard. This would allow automakers to choose from a range of solutions: Breath-based alcohol interlocks. Touch sensors. Driver monitoring systems using cameras. Behavioral analytics for drowsiness or distraction. NHTSA even broadened the scope beyond alcohol. its notice expanded coverage to include drowsy and distracted driving, arguably more common and complicated to regulate. This drew both praise and criticism. Critics argued that detection methods for drowsiness and distraction vary too widely to be regulated with a one-size-fits-all mandate. Right now, NHTSA is in the rule review phase. With a presidential transition, it's unclear whether the proposal will move forward. Key issues include: Cost to OEMs and consumers. False positives and liability concerns. Privacy and surveillance fears. Implementation feasibility by 2026. Although GM publicly stated it's ready to implement impairment-detection tech, other manufacturers have been quieter. As of mid-2025, no formal regulation has been issued — just public comment summaries, stakeholder meetings and ongoing reviews. While the proposed FMVSS applies only to new passenger vehicles, fleets should monitor the regulatory horizon. CDL holders face stricter standards than the general public. Under 49 CFR 392.5, a CDL driver operating a vehicle over 26,001 pounds can be put out of service for any detectable alcohol. The Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) limit for commercial drivers is 0.04%, half that of the general public. Any measurable alcohol during on-duty status, even if below 0.04, can lead to immediate enforcement action. As detection systems evolve, especially as litigation pressures grow, fleets may face pressure to adopt similar tech voluntarily. Dashcams, biometric sensors and driver wellness programs are already laying the groundwork. The insurance market may not wait for a mandate. The future of this rule rests on three pivots: Will NHTSA push a final rule before the 2026 target implementation date? Will the Trump administration support, delay or strike it down? Will automakers begin adopting the tech regardless, due to liability and market pressure? There's no clear answer yet. What is clear is that drunk driving deaths are still rising, and both the public and private sectors are actively seeking solutions. Whether this takes the form of federal mandates, OEM-led features or fleet-driven initiatives, the road to real-time impairment detection is already paved; it's just a question of who gets there first and how. We may be watching the beginning of one of the most controversial vehicle safety regulations in decades or the quiet death of another ambitious government mandate. Either way, fleets and safety managers would do well to prepare, because the margin for error in impaired driving is evaporating fast and technology is watching. The post Will NHTSA's Anti-Drunk-Driving Tech Mandate Survive 2025? appeared first on FreightWaves.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
New Car Seat Regulations Are Coming—Do You Have To Buy Another One?
Fact checked by Sarah ScottThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued new safety standards for car seats. NHTSA just extended its initial June 30, 2025 date of compliance to December 5, 2026. The new standards aim to protect young children from side crashes, known as a T-bone seats in the U.S. will soon need to meet new federal safety standards. The aim is to better protect young children in the event of a side-impact crash. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued the regulation and companies must now comply by December 5, 2026. This is a new extension to the previous date of June 30, 2025. The change is to give manufacturers more time to test and make the necessary changes to their car seats. "In their petitions for reconsideration, manufacturers stated that there are not enough test labs and small volume manufacturers don't have their own sled systems to design and verify their products to meet these new, more advanced safety requirements. Many large manufacturers have already complied," NHTSA tells Parents. "To ensure an adequate supply of child restraint systems for consumers to purchase while manufacturers adapt to the new standard, NHTSA is extending the lead time for compliance." Here's what families need to know about the new standards and what it means for their current car seats in the meantime. Known as Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 213a, the new standard includes a test simulating a 30-mph side crash, known as a T-bone collision. It applies to car seats for kids 40 pounds and under. "NHTSA's side-impact car seat safety rule will enhance safety and make child car seats even safer," NHTSA tells Parents. The new requirement is in addition to previous standards requiring a test simulating a 30-mph frontal impact. Frontal crashes are the most common and cause a significant number of deaths, a reason for the initial focus. But side-impact crashes also lead to serious injuries and fatalities. 'Side impacts are especially dangerous when the impact is on the passenger compartment because, unlike a frontal or rear-end crash, there are no substantial, energy absorbing structures between the occupant and the impacting vehicle or object,' NHTSA explains in its ruling. NHTSA announced in 2022 that it would be changing its requirements and initially gave manufacturers three years to conduct tests and update their seats. Now every car seat sold after December 5, 2026, must meet the new requirements. If you already own a car seat, you don't have to replace it. It's safe to use as long as it hasn't expired (car seats usually expire between 7 and 10 years), hasn't been recalled, and is installed correctly. Also, make sure you are using the right type of seat for your child's height and weight, which you can confirm on the NHTSA website. Keep in mind, many brands have already implemented the new standard. You can call the manufacturer to confirm if their car seats are complying with FMVSS 213a. Some may also have a label confirming they are FMVSS 213a compliant. Read the original article on Parents
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Nissan recalls over 79,000 newer vehicles. See impacted models.
Nissan has recalled thousands of newer vehicles due to an issue with the models' center console display, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nissan North America, Inc. submitted the recall on May 15 for certain 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles, the NHTSA said. According to the recall notice, the center information display unit could display a blank screen when shifted into reverse, thus causing the vehicles to not be in compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. "A rearview image that does not display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash," the NHTSA notice said. The two Nissan models affected by the recall, which the NHTSA says impact 79,755 vehicles, include: Nissan Frontier 2025 Nissan Kicks 2025 Nissan owners affected by the recall should contact their dealers, who will update the software of their vehicle's center information display, free of charge, according to the NHTSA. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on July 1, the agency said. The manufacturer numbers for this recall are PD152 and PMA48. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Nissan recalls 79,000 Frontier and Kicks vehicles over console display
USA Today
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- USA Today
Nissan recalls over 79,000 newer vehicles. See impacted models.
Nissan recalls over 79,000 newer vehicles. See impacted models. 'A rearview image that does not display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash,' the recall notice says. Show Caption Hide Caption Nissan offers US workers buyouts, halts pay rises: internal emails Japan's Nissan has started offering buyouts to U.S. workers and has suspended merit-based wage increases worldwide, internal emails reviewed by Reuters showed, as the automaker expands cost cuts amid weak performance in key markets. Fiona Jones reports. Nissan has recalled thousands of newer vehicles due to an issue with the models' center console display, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nissan North America, Inc. submitted the recall on May 15 for certain 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles, the NHTSA said. According to the recall notice, the center information display unit could display a blank screen when shifted into reverse, thus causing the vehicles to not be in compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. "A rearview image that does not display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash," the NHTSA notice said. Which Nissan models are impacted by the recall? The two Nissan models affected by the recall, which the NHTSA says impact 79,755 vehicles, include: Nissan Frontier 2025 Nissan Kicks 2025 What should owners of the affected Nissan models do? Nissan owners affected by the recall should contact their dealers, who will update the software of their vehicle's center information display, free of charge, according to the NHTSA. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on July 1, the agency said. The manufacturer numbers for this recall are PD152 and PMA48. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@
