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automotive1 year ago

Kia Recalls 427,000 Telluride SUVs Over Rollaway Risk

Kia is recalling 427,000 Telluride SUVs due to a potential issue where the vehicles might roll away while parked. The recall affects model years 2020-2024, with an estimated 1% of vehicles having the defect. Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake until their cars are fixed. Kia will update the electronic parking brake software and replace damaged intermediate shafts free of charge, and owners who have already addressed the issue will be reimbursed for repair expenses.

automotive2 years ago

Tesla Semi Trucks Recalled for Faulty Parking Brakes Months After Release

Tesla has issued its first recall for the Tesla Semi, with just 35 trucks affected. The recall is due to the electronic parking brake valve module (PVM) potentially not moving into position when the truck is put into park, causing parked trucks to roll away. It is unclear if the Tesla Semi uses a traditional air brake system or a supplemental electronic brake, but Tesla will replace the PVM in affected trucks free of charge and notify affected operators by May 23.