There have been a few automotive-related recalls in 2014. And by a few, I mean 4,843,405 vehicles, and 4,176,601 car or booster seats. Those numbers are crazy; they're too big. And now my head hurts. Without the two huge GM recalls, the number would still be 2,299,852 recalled vehicles since February 10, 2014. Imagine if I were to add in all the motorcycles, trailers and RVs that are on the NHSTA list? It would be a number so big, I don't think my iPhone calculator could handle the addition.
Here is a list (current as of March 20, 2014) of vehicles that have recently been recalled. It's in alphabetical order by make or model so you can easily find your vehicle. I also included links so you can read the full NHSTA reports. If your vehicle was recalled, contact the manufacturer or a local dealer and get it fixed; you don't have to wait for the manufacturer to contact you.
I'm disturbed by a few of these recalls, but I have to say that the manufacture of over four million car seats with a potentially serious issue is mind boggling. How does one company miss a sticky buckle in it's Quality Control? That's a lot of sticky buckles. And how does that not make the national news? According to an article I read, Graco may add 1.8 million more car seats to the 4.2 million already recalled. WTH? The list of all the Graco car seats/booster seats that were recalled this year is at the bottom of this post. Scroll down for that list and links to the recall notices.
Vehicle Make, Model, Years Involved, Reason for Recall
Buick Enclave, 2008-2013; faulty side impact air bags and seat belt issues (Part of a larger GM recall)
Cadillac XTS sedans, 2013-2014; increased risk of fire due to potential corrosion of brake booster pump relay connector
Chevrolet Cobalt, 2005-2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Part of a larger GM recall)
Chevrolet Express, 2009-2014; increased risk of injury to front seat passengers (read this report; it involves injury if a front passenger is not wearing a seat belt)
Chrysler vehicles with certain Aisin World transmission models; there is a potential loss of power (1,330 total vehicles affected)
Chevrolet HHR, 2006-2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Part of a larger GM recall)
Chrysler Ram ProMaster, 2014; two separate recalls; potential brake fluid leakage; AND gas pedals that may get stuck
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| Chevrolet Traverse |
Dodge Durango, 2012-2013; "hard brake pedal feel" that may lengthen stopping distance
Fiat 500L, 2014; issues with gear not shifting properly in certain temperatures
GM Vehicles, 2008-2013; faulty side impact air bags and seat belt issues (Includes Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Saturn Outlook)
GM Vehicles, 2003-2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Includes Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Pontiac G5, Pontiac Solstice, Saturn Ion, and Saturn Sky)
GM Vans, 2009-2014; increased risk of injury to front seat passengers (read this report; it involves injury if you're not wearing a seat belt)
(Includes GMC Savana, Chevrolet Express)
GMC Acadia, 2008-2013; faulty side impact air bags and seat belt issues (Part of a larger GM recall)
GMC Savana, 2009-2014; increased risk of injury to front seat passengers (read this report; it involves injury if you're not wearing a seat belt)
Honda Odyssey minivans, 2005-2010; potential fuel leaks which could increase
risk of fire
Isuzu vehicles with certain Aisin World transmission models; there is a potential loss of power (1,330 total vehicles affected)
Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2012-2013; "hard brake pedal feel" that may lengthen stopping distance (Same as Dodge Durango)
Kia Sportage, 2014 (only those vehicles manufactured between September 2013-January 2014); incorrect tire pressure labels that could lead to tire damage
Lexus RX350, 2012-2013; various systems may become inoperative (i.e., ABS, stability and traction control)
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 2013; issues with improper wiring of driver side seat mounted air bags only with leather seats (733 total vehicles affected)
Nissan Frontier, 2012-2014; improper installation of circuit breaker which could lead to an electrical short
Pontiac G5, 2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Part of larger GM recall)
Pontiac Solstice, 2006-2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Part of larger GM recall)
Saturn Ion, 2003-2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Part of larger GM recall)
Saturn Outlook, 2008-2010; faulty side impact air bags and seat belt issues (Part of a larger GM recall)
Saturn Sky, 2007; ignition switch issues that may turn off engine which may impede air bag deployment in a crash (Part of larger GM recall)
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| Toyota Pruis |
Toyota Prius, 2010-2014; potential damage to transistors related to high-operating temperatures
Toyota Rav4, 2012; various systems may become inoperative (i.e., ABS, stability and traction control)
Toyota Tacoma, 2012-2013; various systems may become inoperative (i.e., ABS, stability and traction control)
Car Seats/Booster Seats Recalls
All four million car/booster seats that were recalled were made by Graco. All have the same issue with the harness buckle not releasing, making it difficult to remove child quickly, especially in an emergency. Graco has redesigned the buckles for 2014 and beyond, but ask them if you have a newer seat. And be sure to keep those car seat buckles clean no matter what make and model you have. Recalls include the models listed below.
Manufactured 2009-2013:
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| Graco Argos 70 |
- Argos 70
- Classic Ride 50
- Comfort Sport
- Cozy Cline
- My Ride 65
- My Ride w/Safety Surround
- My Ride 70
- Nautilus
- Nautilus Elite
- Size 4 Me 70
- Smart Seat
Manufactured 2006-2014:
- Argos 70 Elite
- Head Wise 70 with Safety Surround
- My Ride 65 with Safety Surround
- My Size 70
- Nautilus 3-in-1
- Nautilus Plus
- Ready Ride
- Smart Seat with Safety Surround
- Step 2
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