Its Shop Time Mondays: Nissan Is Recalling Over 500,000 SUVs And Trucks For Rollaway And Hood Unlatching Concerns

 

1. Malfunctioning Hood Latch

An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000

Manufacturer Nissan North America, Inc.

Components LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

2022 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4x4: An All-New Design For The Brand’s Midsize Truck

Highlight:  The restyled Frontier is also available as an extended single cab.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $46,965 (Base Model S RWD: $31,285)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; traction control system; a hill start assist system; a trailer sway control system; locking tailgate; intelligent forward collision warning system; an automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment (Base): 16-inch wheels; a 9-speed automatic transmission; cloth seats; front skid plates; bed rail protectors; manual operated front seats; fold down rear center armrest; second row underseat storage; underseat heating ducts for rear passenger; an 8-inch infotainment screen; voice recognition for navigation and audio; a push button ignition system; and a 12-volt power outlet

Its Shop Time Mondays: Honda Is Recalling Over 112,000 Ridgelines

Frame Corrosion May Cause Fuel Leak

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components STRUCTURE

Potential Number of Units Affected 112,060

2022 Kia EV6 Windfall AWD: The Brand’s All-New Fully Electric Hatchback-Like Crossover

 

Highlight: The Ioniq 5 provides a mechanism to also charging power outside of the vehicle to items such as electric bikes, TVs and a number of appliances. This feature is knowns as a vehicle-to-load.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $54,500 (Base: $42,195)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; rear view mirror; tire mobility kit; hill start assist; stability control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a blind spot warning system; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist system; a radar activated cruise control with stop and go system; a co-pilot assist system; and a rear traffic cross assist system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Dodge, Ford And Jeep Recalling Over 3.2-Million Rollaway Vehicles

1. Unintentional Rollaway Due to Detached Shift Cable

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 2,925,968

2022 Infiniti QX80 4WD: The Brand’s Flagship Vehicle Enhances Tech Features

Highlight:  The current generation QX80 has been around since 2013.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $87,985 (Base Model Luxe RWD: $72,495)

Seating Capacity: 6 to 8

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; traction control system; an electronic blindspot system; a lane departure warning system; a distance control assist system; a hill start assist system; a trailer sway system; back up camera; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD: The Brand’s Alluring All-Electric Crossover

 

Highlight: The Mustang Mach-E has almost a 70 percent conquest rate, which are buyers new to the Ford brand, according to a Ford source, as of June 2022.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $59,800 (Base 4-Door Model: $44,995)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a tire pressure monitoring system; electronic stability control system; electronic traction control system; audible vehicle alert system; and a stop and go radar activated cruise control system

Standard Equipment (Base): 18-inch wheels; a rear-wheel-drive configuration; rear spoiler; a manual liftgate; laminated glass; a dual zone automatic temperature control system; a power driver’s seat; second row split bench seat; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; storage cargo area; a co-pilot assist driving system; a navigation system; and in-car Wi-Fi capabilities  

2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD: New Trim, Refreshed Exterior

Highlight: This is one of the few vehicles still offering a standard CD player.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $ 36,545 (Base Model: $27,070)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; all-wheel drive; traction control; vehicle dynamic control; a temporary spare tire; a rear camera; a pre-collision braking system; a lane departure sway warning; a lane departure prevention system; an automatic brake hold feature; a trailer stability assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2023 Lexus RX: First Look

 

2022 Hyundai Sonata N Line: The Brand’s Midsize Sedan Power Boost

Highlight: This is the first non premium vehicle offering an optional remote smart parking assist system.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $34,840 (Base SE Model: $25,595)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a tire pressure monitoring system; automatic high beams; a rearview camera; a forward collision avoidance assistance with cyclist and pedestrian protection; a lane keep assist system; a stability control system; and a traction control system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Hyundai Is Recalling 239,00 Newer Model Accents And Elantras

 

Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode

An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V354000

Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America

Components SEAT BELTS