A car salesman shared his frustrating experience with a Chevrolet dealership over unresolved EVAP system issues and a strong gasoline smell in his Trailblazer, raising questions about warranty coverage and dealership responsiveness. The story highlights potential causes of EVAP system problems and discusses whether a dealership can deny warranty claims based on odors. Viewers suggest he seek alternative repair options and leave reviews, while the story remains ongoing with no official response from GM.
Nissan is recalling nearly 444,000 vehicles, including certain Nissan and Infiniti models, due to a manufacturing flaw in VC Turbo engines that could cause engine failure, with some owners potentially receiving new engines after inspections and repairs. The recall affects models from 2019 to 2024, with notifications starting in late August.
Honda has recalled nearly 260,000 vehicles, including specific models of Acura and Honda, due to a manufacturing defect in the brake pedal pivot pin that could cause unintended braking or failure to stop, posing a serious safety risk. Owners will be notified and can have their vehicles repaired for free at authorized dealerships.
Honda is recalling over 259,000 US vehicles, including Acura MDX, TLX, and Pilot models from 2021-2025, due to a faulty brake pedal pin that can shift out of position, increasing crash risk. The issue originated during production at a US plant and has led to a safety investigation. Owners will be notified and can have their vehicles inspected and repaired free of charge at Honda dealerships.
A TikToker and auto technician, Menjicar, saved a woman nearly $1,000 by cleaning the throttle body of her 2020 Chevy Malibu instead of replacing it, as another shop had suggested. The other shop had quoted her over $1,000 for a new part and service she didn't need. Menjicar's honest approach and significantly lower charge of $100 for cleaning the part garnered praise from viewers.
A neglected 2011 Mercedes E550 with faulty air suspension was rescued and given a new adjustable air suspension system. Despite initial challenges with leaks, the car was successfully repaired and customized with a LowMo M1 controller for seamless suspension adjustments via the steering wheel controls. The project highlights the complexities and rewards of reviving an old luxury car.
A 2008 Volvo C30 T5 Turbo is being sold for $2,500 due to a no-start issue, with the seller unwilling to diagnose the problem. The car, with a custom paint job and leather interior, recently passed its California smog test but is now non-operational. Potential buyers are left to speculate on the cause of the issue and whether it's worth the investment to fix the car's mysterious no-start situation.
A Sacramento-based BMW i3 seller sold his broken car to a buyer from Washington who fixed it in just three minutes by rubbing a nail file on a corroded connector on the high voltage cable. The seller had listed the car as a "Mechanic's Special" and believed it needed an expensive repair. The buyer, accompanied by a BMW i3 enthusiast, used a computer and cable to reset the car and drove it away. The seller had chosen not to tinker with the car himself and was relieved that a kid would have a nice first car, even though he missed out on potential profit.
A shortage of parts and technicians, along with more complex auto technology and an increase in older cars on the road, are causing a perfect storm in the car repair industry. This has led to difficulties in getting cars repaired, with concerns raised by companies like Ford and GM.
A 40-year-old man in Fresno was killed when the car he was repairing slipped off its support and fell on him. The accident occurred in the Fig Garden neighborhood, and the Fresno County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident.
