Its Shop Time Mondays: Ford And Jeep Are Recalling Over 330,000 Bronco Sports, Cherokees And Mavericks

1. Loss of Drive Power from Battery Failure

Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V019000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Its Shop Time Monday: Jeep Advises 154,000 Wrangler And Grand Cherokee Plug-In Owners To Park Their Vehicles Outside

High Voltage Battery May Fail and Cause Fire

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V720000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 154,032

Its Shop Times Monday: Chrysler, Dodge And Jeep Are Recalling Over 1-Million Model Years 2021-2023 Vehicles

 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

IIHS Safety Testing: Two Popular Large SUVs Fall Short On Crash Tests (VIDEO)

 

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently evaluated the crash worthiness of three large of the most popular SUVs in terms of sales volume. The vehicles tested were the Cheverolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition and Jeep Wagoneer. 

The newly designed Toyota Sequoia and the dated Nissan Armada wasn't included. The Nissan is slated for a redesign in the near future.

Automotive News Discusses The UAW Historic Contract Negotiations On 'Auto Trends'

Michael Martinez is an automotive news reporter.  (Photo Credit: LinkedIn)

This year could be dubbed as the year of the workers. Everyone from the railroad laborers to Kaiser Permanente healthcare employees to UPS workforce have stood up to their employers, demanding that they be fairly compensated, after years of sacrificing, as the companies they have worked for racked up record profits.

The automotive industry also joined the fight this fall. Since 2009, assemblers have made major sacrifices, saving 'The Detroit Three,' General Motors, Ford and Chrysler during the Great Recession. Automotive News reporter Michael Martinez talks to Auto Trends with JeffCars.com about the United Auto Workers (UAW) historic contract negotiations. Martinez, who is based in Detroit, has been covering the UAW extensively for the past 10 years. In an eye-opening conversation, we'll examine the pros, cons and more of the historic UAW Stand Up Strike. 

Its Recall Mondays: Jeep Is Recalling 89,000 Newer Model Jeep Grand Cherokees

 

Steering Column Incorrectly Assembled

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V352000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Components STEERING

Potential Number of Units Affected 89,372

Its Shop Time Mondays: Ford, Jeep And Lincoln Recalling Vehicles For Major Safety Concerns

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V342000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components BACK OVER PREVENTION

Potential Number of Units Affected 422,201

Its Shop Times Mondays: New Model Hondas And Jeeps Are Being Recalled

-View Mirrors May Detach/FMVSS 111

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022 Passport and Odyssey

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V174000

Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 330,318

2022 Ford Bronco Outer Banks 4-Door: The Brand’s Wrangler Fighter

Highlight: The sports utility vehicle is also available as a 2-door.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $44,545 (Base 4-Door Model: $36,295)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a tire pressure monitoring system; perimeter alarm; trailer sway control; electronic traction control; tether anchors for child passengers; rear view camera; forward collision warning with dynamic brake support; and a spare tire

Its Shop Time Mondays: Jeep Is Recalling 67,000 Cherokees For Possibly Rolling Away

Power Transfer Unit Input Splines May Break

A loss of drive can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. A loss of the Park function can cause unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V343000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components POWER TRAIN

Potential Number of Units Affected 67,248

Its Shop Time Mondays: Rams And Jeeps Are Being Recalled For Inoperable Windshield Wipers

Windshield Wipers May Not Operate Properly

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V208000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components VISIBILITY

Its Shop Time Mondays: Chrysler Facing Issues With Back Up Cameras, While Ford Has Gear Shift Issues

1. Rearview Image Can Remain on Display/FMVSS 111

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V191000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components BACK OVER PREVENTION

Potential Number of Units Affected 318,537

Its Shop Time Mondays: Hyundai, Jeep, Lexus And Toyota Are Being Recalled

Fuel Pump May Fail

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V012000

Manufacturer Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,817,969

Its Recall Mondays: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Lexus, Ram And Toyota Are In The Hot Seat

1. Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V005000

Manufacturer Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Components AIR BAGS

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,299,448

Its Shop Time Mondays: Dodge And Jeep Are In The Hot Seat For Potential Braking Issues

If you have your 17 Digit VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), click here to see if there is a recall on your vehicle.

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V523000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Its Shop Time Mondays: Chrysler, Dodge, Ram And Jeep Are Being Recalled For Malfunctioning Cruise Controls, While Some Chevy Cruzes Could Have Fuel Leaks

1. Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash
.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V332000

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Its Shop Time Mondays: Chevy, GMC and Jeep Are In The Hot Seat

1. Liquid may Leak into Power Window Switch

High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire
.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V295000

Manufacturer General Motors LLC

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 207,483

Its Shop Time Mondays: Jeeps And Smart Cars Are In The Hot Seat

1. Rear Lower Control Arm Fracture

A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash
.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V278000

Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 4x4: The Fastest SUV In The Segment

Highlight: The Grand Cherokee Trackhawk is the fastest mass-produced Jeep the automaker has ever built, pumping out 707-horsepower.

Test Vehicles MSRP: $90,880 (Base MSRP: $31,690)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a rearview camera; rear park assist with stop; fog lamps; a hillstart assist system; a stability control system; trailer sway dampening; daytime running lights; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2018 Detroit Auto Show: 2019 Kia Forte, 2019 Jeep Cherokee And 2019 Honda Insight Concept

The 2019 Kia Forte takes styling cues from the performance-oriented Stinger. The Forte has an estimated 35 combined MPG. 

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee drops its slanted grille for a more traditional, yet, contemporary design.

The 2019 Honda Insight Concept, which arrives later this year, takes styling cues from the all-new Accord. The estimated fuel economy in this five passenger hybrid should exceed 50 mpg.