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The article discusses the potential safety hazards of the Tesla Cybertruck's design, particularly its electronic doors and armor glass, which may trap occupants during crashes and fires, as highlighted by recent fatal incidents and lawsuits.
Ford is recalling nearly 273,000 vehicles, including F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and Maverick models, due to a parking function failure that could cause cars to roll away, with software updates available to fix the issue.
Consumer Reports, using data from Insurify, lists Subaru, Buick, Volvo, GMC, and Mini as the top five cheapest car brands to insure in the US, with Subaru being the most affordable. Insurance costs vary based on multiple factors, including vehicle safety features and personal circumstances, so shopping around is recommended.
Ford has issued a recall for over 680,000 vehicles across multiple models in the U.S. due to issues including rearview camera failures, engine heater cracks causing fire risks, seatbelt anchor corrosion, and rear door trapping hazards, amid ongoing technician shortages affecting service operations.
The U.S. NHTSA has launched an investigation into nearly 2.9 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) due to over 50 reports of traffic violations, crashes, and injuries, including driving through red lights and against traffic directions, raising safety concerns and potential recalls.
Krysta Tsukahara, a college student, died in a Tesla Cybertruck crash in California after the vehicle caught fire and her inability to exit due to door system failure, leading to lawsuits against Tesla alleging safety negligence.
Families of victims in a Piedmont Tesla Cybertruck crash are suing Tesla, alleging that the vehicle's design, particularly its electronic doors, was unsafe and contributed to their loved ones' deaths, with claims that Tesla ignored safety concerns despite customer complaints and known issues.
Nearly 200,000 BMW vehicles from model years 2019-2022 are being recalled due to a potential fire risk caused by corroding engine starter relays that may overheat and short circuit. Owners are advised to park outside until repairs are made, with recall details available on NHTSA.gov starting Nov. 14.
BMW is recalling nearly 200,000 vehicles, mainly from 2019-2022, due to a faulty engine starter relay that can corrode, overheat, and cause fires. Owners are advised to park outside until repairs are completed, which will be free of charge, with phased replacements due to parts availability.
BMW is recalling over 330,000 vehicles globally built between 2015 and 2021 due to a starter motor defect that could cause fires from corrosion, with repairs to be provided free of charge. This recall adds to BMW's recent product flaw issues and comes as the company faces stiff competition in the electric vehicle market, especially in China.
Ford is recalling over 115,500 vehicles in the US from model years 2020-2021 due to a steering column defect that could cause loss of steering control, with repairs offered free of charge.
Ford has issued a recall for over 115,000 trucks due to a steering column defect that may detach and increase crash risk, marking a record-breaking year with 115 safety recalls affecting about 9.5 million vehicles, including issues with rearview cameras, fuel pumps, and instrument panels.
Hyundai is recalling nearly 600,000 vehicles in the US, including Palisade SUVs and IONIQ electric models, due to issues like faulty seat belts and charging port detachment, with repairs offered free of charge. Owner notifications will be sent in November 2025.
Toyota is recalling over 591,000 vehicles in the US, including models like the Camry and RAV4, due to a faulty 12.3-inch instrument display that may go blank on startup, potentially impairing drivers' access to critical safety information.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Tesla's Model Y door handles after reports of inoperability, especially in situations where owners cannot access rear doors, with some having to break windows to enter. The issue may be related to low voltage in the vehicle's battery system, though owners haven't reported battery warnings. Tesla's manual door releases are inside and hard for children to access, complicating emergency entry. The investigation follows reports of owners being trapped after crashes, raising safety concerns.