NHTSA Probes Honda, Jeep and Ram Models
Involves reports of loss of power and braking.
NHTSA said issues in question involve loss of power and braking. The probe is a preliminary step before any move toward recalls.
IMAGE: Honda
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened safety investigations of Honda, Jeep and Ram vehicles, Reuters reported.
The regulator said issues in question involve loss of power and braking, the news agency said. The probe is a preliminary step before any move toward recalls.
NHTSA will look into reports of loss of power in more than 1.7 million Honda CRV and HR-V vehicles of U.S. model years 2018 to 2022. The reports indicated loss of power at highway speeds without warning, while some reports claimed differential seal leaks leading to rear differential lock-up, with some of those alleging the lock-up caused driveshaft fracture while in motion, necessitating towing.
Reuters said Honda indicated it’s cooperating with the investigation and conducting its own internal review of the reports.
Also being probed are 390,000 2017 and 2018 Ram 2500 to 3500 pickups due to reports of intermittent or permanent loss of braking performance, some indicating that repairs apparently fixed the issue.
NHTSA is investigating 230,000 2019 to 2020 model Jeep Compass SUVs due to two dozen complaints of loss of power while driving accompanied by high coolant temperature dashboard indicators.
READ MORE: 2022 Vehicle Safety Recalls on Downward Trend
Originally posted on Auto Dealer Today
More Industry
Selling to Grow
The question of whether you should sell your agency and if so, when, is up to you. But it’s a question worth asking to ensure you keep the business on the right path for yourself, employees and clients.
Read More →
Auto Group Acquires Top-Performing Rooftop
Car Pros sold its Kia Huntington Beach location to Sutherlin Automotive Group, marking the buyer’s third location in Southern California.
Read More →
China as Pacesetter
Automotive leaders huddled on where North America stands in the global picture and how it can strengthen its position against the Asian juggernaut’s surging industry.
Read More →
BMW Concept Car Makes Fuel to Burn
The prototype developed in concert with a South Carolina university engineering team generates more solar energy than it uses in a typical daily commute.
Read More →
South Carolina Auto Group Downsizes
Florida-based group Holler-Classic has acquired four rooftops, its first in South Carolina, from Dick Smith Automotive Group.
Read More →
July Was Hot for Auto Borrowers
Credit proved readily available for many, but most loans left buyers in negative territory, Cox Automotive said.
Read More →
Structure Leads to Optimized Auto Listings
As the average car-buying journey has shifted to a blend of digital and retail, a dealership’s vehicle listings must be optimized to answer shoppers’ questions clearly and accurately.
Read More →
Consumers Mixed on Economy, Finances
A July survey shows spotty sentiment of current and future conditions, in addition to demographic differences as overall opinion of present circumstances kept sliding.
Read More →
EVs Closing the European Gap
Electrified powertrains led June new-vehicle sales in Europe, reaching 26% of the market.
Read More →
Early Intervention Saves Retention
Sales and service departments have the highest annual dealership turnover rates, according to a new industry report, costing money and time that could be better spent elsewhere.
Read More →