Recalling vehicles have now become a familiar act, whilst a few condemn it as a fault on the companies part which further tatters its image, few others see it as an honest act and a must for every manufacturer which discovers a major production flaw.
Well it is for you to decide which end of the criticism lobby you wish to be at for we have two names which are recalling their vehicles and the names are big, so be certain before you get your critical daggers out.
Chrysler calls back its 296,500 SUVs
Chrysler is recalling nearly 300,000 of its SUVs to tackle potential braking problems while driving uphill. The recall engages more than 156,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Commander SUVs from the 2006-2007 model years, more than 90,000 2007 Jeep Wrangler SUVs and nearly 50,000 2007 Dodge Nitro SUVs.
The recall is a consequence of twenty different complaints of vehicles experiencing a delay in braking when drivers tried to come to a stop after coasting uphill. To fix the problem, the computer connected to the anti brake system will be re-programmed.
Separately, Chrysler is recalling 72.333 Dodge Avenger sedans and Chrysler Sebring convertibles from the 2008 model year to address problems with the front door latches and locks.
Chrysler spokesman Max Gates said the company discovered problems with opening the vehicle doors through its internal monitoring program though no accidents or injuries have been reported. The owners are expected to be notified via mail beginning later this month.
Honda recalls 182,756 Civics
Honda Motor Co. is recalling 182,756 Civics sedans, which is their second-best selling US brand, to fix an O-ring on the wheel bearing that may leak and cause the wheel to fall off. The recall of the 2006-07 model year Civics was reported on the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Web site.
Honda revealed that the O-ring may not seal properly, allowing water to seep into the wheel bearing and damage it. This may possibly cause a wheel to fall off resulting in a crash. Again, the owners will be notified by mail.
In a separate action, Honda is recalling 20,000 Civic sedans and Civic Hybrids from model year 2006 to install new brake light switches with protective coverings. Moreover, Honda told NHTSA that lubricant from the telescoping mechanism of the steering column causes some brake light switches to fail. The recall has sent shock-waves to Honda as it maintains one of the lowest recall rates in the industry.
[Courtesy: Detnews]
