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Tag: NHTSA
Opinion
Ram truck buy-back not a death blow
Don’t look at the “buyback” being the death of Ram. This huge NHTSA fine and recall be only be a short-term hitch in FCA’s getalong.
July 27, 2015
Utility Trucks
What will Phase II greenhouse gas standards mean for work trucks?
Easier said than done: Truck, engine and body makers, along with buyers and operators, are strongly encouraging government regulators to consider real-world operating factors in the development of the next round of medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fuel efficiency standards.
August 22, 2014
Pickups
Chrysler recalls 16,000 vehicles for possible shock problem; 2014 Ram 1500 on list
Chrysler Group is recalling an estimated 16,000 vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, replace the shocks and/or struts. The vehicles, including certain 2014 Ram 1500 pickups, may have been assembled using a shipment of shocks and struts that do not meet the company’s quality standards. The components may break free from their mounts, which could […]
August 21, 2014
Pickups
NHTSA launches VIN search tool; issues recalls for GM, Toyota pickups
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Tuesday unveiled a new tool designed to allow consumers to search for recall information based on a Vehicle Identification Number. NHTSA also has recently issued recalls for certain GM and Toyota pickups.
August 20, 2014
Vocational
NHTSA: Stahl PTO Pressure Switch Recall For Super Duties
Leaking Stahl oil pressure switch on some Muncie PTOs may be fire hazard on 2009-2014 F-250/350/450/550s
July 11, 2014
Pickups
Ford Recalls 910,000 SUVS For Potential Steering Issue
Two NHTSA Recalls Affect 2008-2013 Ford SUVs More recalls hit the books as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) posted two recall notices today that affects 740,878 Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner SUVs and 179,000 Ford Explorers. The first recall, 14S05,  affects certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September […]
June 5, 2014
Opinion
Washington doesn’t understand trucks
Outgoing ATD Chairman Dick Witcher warns about the growing power of federal agencies as the “fourth branch of government,” creating policy that should be left to Congress – except the continuing “dysfunction” on Capitol Hill has left a vacuum the executive branch and its bureaucrats are all too happy to fill.
February 3, 2014
Utility Trucks
Safety tips for Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day
Just in time for this week’s Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems sends along a reminder about being safe on the road along with a few maintenance tips.
October 7, 2013
Pickups
Testing For FMVSS Compliance
BDS Suspension & Zone Offroad Test Rollover Resistance To help reduce the risk of rollover crashes the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) established the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No.126 (effective Aug. 2012) requiring all new passenger vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVWR include an electronic stability control (ESC) system as standard equipment. FMVSS […]
August 12, 2013
Opinion
NHTSA Looks At F-250/350 SD
Investigation Into Steering Box Failure  According to information released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), their Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received five (5) complaints about steering issues in 2008 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pickup trucks where an internal failure of the steering box resulted in loss of vehicle control. […]
June 5, 2013
Pickups
NHTSA Probes F-150 Acceleration
Customers Complain That EcoBoost V-6 Stalls  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is examining reports that some 400,000 Ford F150s equipped with the twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V-6 engine are having acceleration problems. Lawsuits and customer complaints allege the trucks stall when drivers attempt to accelerate fast. The twin-turbocharged V-6 truck has been touted by Ford […]
May 30, 2013
Pickups
Recalls Plague Auto Manufacturers
Air bag, transmission, driveshaft and fire issues force nearly 2 million pickups, SUVs and cars back to dealers this year
April 11, 2013
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