All articles tagged with #manufacturing defect
Nissan is recalling over 480,000 vehicles in the US and Canada, including certain Rogue, Altima, Infiniti QX50, and QX55 models, due to potential manufacturing defects in VC-Turbo engines that could cause engine failure and increase crash risks. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace engines free of charge, with affected owners notified by mail.
Nissan is recalling over 480,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada, including certain Rogue, Altima, Infiniti QX50, and QX55 models, due to potential manufacturing defects in VC-Turbo engines that could cause engine failure and increase crash risks. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace engines free of charge, with affected owners notified by mail.
Nissan is recalling over 480,000 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada due to manufacturing defects in engine bearings that could cause engine failure, with repairs including inspection, replacement, and reprogramming, and owner notifications starting in late August.
A small number of Apple Vision Pro owners have reported hairline cracks in the front cover glass of their headsets, with speculation that it may be due to pressure from tightening the straps or an overheating issue. Repair costs for the cover glass are $300 with AppleCare and $800 without, and affected owners have been asked to pay the repair costs as the crack has not been officially identified as a manufacturing defect. Apple is unlikely to undertake an internal manufacturing probe unless reports of identical defects become more widespread, and affected individuals are advised to contact Apple Support and escalate their case for a potential formal investigation.
Just weeks after its global launch, there are reports of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra units in the US experiencing the infamous green line display issue, with two cases surfacing. Owners have struggled to secure replacements or refunds from carrier stores, and it's unclear if this will become a widespread problem or is limited to a small number of units. This issue is reminiscent of past problems with Samsung devices, raising concerns among consumers.
Some Pixel 8 Pro owners have noticed circular bumps under the glass of their screens, potentially caused by something pressing against the soft underside of the OLED panel. While there is currently no impact on touch functionality or image quality, concerns have been raised about the possibility of the bumps worsening over time and damaging the display. Multiple reports have been made, and some owners have reached out to Google for replacements, although replacement devices have exhibited the same issue. Calls for an extended warranty have also been made in case the problem worsens.
Honda is recalling nearly 250,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a manufacturing defect that could cause engines to run improperly, stall, or stop while driving. The recall affects various models, including Acura TLX cars, Acura MDX SUVs, Ridgeline pickup trucks, Odyssey minivans, and Pilot SUVs. The defect is related to a manufacturing error with the engine crankshaft, which could lead to premature wear and seizure of the connecting rod bearing. Honda will notify affected owners and provide necessary repairs or replacements. No injuries or deaths have been reported so far.
Some iPhone 15 Pro Max units are reportedly experiencing screen burn-in issues, adding to a list of problems for Apple this year. Screen burn-in occurs when an image is left on the screen for too long and remains visible even when the device is turned off. iPhone owners have posted about the issue on Reddit, with one user sharing a ghostly image of a burnt-in virtual keyboard. It is suggested that the burn-in may be a result of a manufacturing defect, and affected users are advised to seek a replacement through Apple's one-year warranty.