NHTSA investigates 2011 Hyundai Sonata steering failures

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received several reports through its early warning system of the steering column becoming separated in 2011 Hyundai Sonatas. Such a problem can result in a catastrophic loss of steering control. In other cases, the agency says a cross-threaded bolt can loosen over time, but not result in a complete separation of the steering column. In opening such an investigation, NHTSA is trying to determine how widespread the problem is before beginn…

NHTSA investigates 2011 Hyundai Sonata steering failures

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received several reports through its early warning system of the steering column becoming separated in 2011 Hyundai Sonatas. Such a problem can result in a catastrophic loss of steering control. In other cases, the agency says a cross-threaded bolt can loosen over time, but not result in a complete separation of the steering column. In opening such an investigation, NHTSA is trying to determine how widespread the problem is before beginn…

NHTSA investigates 2011 Hyundai Sonata steering failures

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received several reports through its early warning system of the steering column becoming separated in 2011 Hyundai Sonatas. Such a problem can result in a catastrophic loss of steering control. In other cases, the agency says a cross-threaded bolt can loosen over time, but not result in a complete separation of the steering column. In opening such an investigation, NHTSA is trying to determine how widespread the problem is before beginn…

NHTSA investigating over 37,000 VW Jetta TDI sedans for engine stalling

2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Wonderful – here is some more recall news for you guys. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into 37,889 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI sedans after receiving complaints of engine stalling due to fuel system contamination (and you were thinking that diesels are a better bet – we’re being sarcastic).
“The Office of Defects Investigation has received seven complaints on 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI vehicles alleging that wh…

NHTSA Opens Investigation on 2009 VW Jetta TDI Diesel Models

US government officials have launched an investigation into possible engine problems in the 2009 VW Jetta sedan and Sportwagen TDI diesel models. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Tuesday it had received seven complaints on the aforementioned models alleging that while driving and without any warning, the engine…

NHTSA investigates stalling problem in Volkswagen Jetta TDIs

Volkswagen diesels may be practical and fuel efficient, but perhaps not flawless. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into stalling problems with 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI diesel cars. According to the investigation, there have been seven complaints that the cars have unexpectedly stumbled, then almost immediately stalled while driving. NHTSA is looking for more information on how frequently this occurs and its potential safety effects. If you own…

NHTSA Opens Investigation on Steering Issue With 2011 Hyundai Sonata

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into the new 2011 Hyundai Sonata following field reports of partial and complete separation of components of the steering shaft.NHTSA didn’t specify how many reports it had received of this problem, nor did it cite any accidents or injuries attributed to the problem. The agency did note that all of the reported vehicles appeared to have been manufactured during the same month and all had less than 600 miles on them. The invest…

Diesel Investigation: NHTSA Investigating Volkswagen Jetta TDIs Over Stalling

Volkswagen introduced a new 2.0-liter, turbo-diesel I-4 in the Jetta for the 2009 model year, and it seems the model has had some growing pains. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is now investigating the vehicle over stalling problems.In total, the NHTSA is investigating 37,889 2009 Jetta TDIs for possible stalling problems. The government agency has received at least seven complaints, but members of numerous TDI forums complain about similar issues. The complaints received by the NHTSA …

NHTSA Opens Investigation On 2011 Hyundai Sonata Over Steering Issues

Your Tax Dollars At Work? NHTSA Open Investigation Of Stalling TDI Jetta’s After Only SEVEN Complaints

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