Chrysler recalling nearly 350,000 vehicles; faulty ignition switches could shut down engines
Chrysler is recalling nearly 350,000 older cars and SUVs to fix defective ignition switches that can cause the vehicles to stall.
What to do if your car is recalled for safety problem, but parts aren't available
Automakers have recalled more than 40 million cars and trucks in the U.S. so far this year, shattering the full-year record set in 2004, and many were for serious safety issues.
Man's complaint brings US probe of stalling issue in Chrysler minivans
A man's complaint that his Chrysler minivan stalled unexpectedly after refueling has brought an inquiry from U.S. safety regulators.
General Motors to offer new Cadillac in 2 years that can almost drive itself on freeway
General Motors says that in two years it will offer cars that talk to each other and can almost drive themselves at freeway speeds.
Honda recalls 126,000 motorcycles a 2nd time for brake malfunctions that can cause fires
Honda Motor Co. is recalling 126,000 motorcycles for a second time because their brakes can malfunction.
Toyota sees cars doing more crash-avoidance work; but doesn't foresee driverless car
Toyota executives say cars soon will do more to prevent crashes — including reminding drivers to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.
Despite efforts by local officials, Goodyear says it won't build new factory in Ohio
Akron and Summit County officials say Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. won't build its new $500 million plant in Ohio.
States' bidding war for $5B Tesla Motors battery factory like a game of high-stakes poker
It's the corporate equivalent of high-stakes poker.
South Korea's Kia Motors Corp. announces plan for $1 billion car factory in Mexico
South Korea's Kia Motors Corp. says it will invest more than $1 billion to build a car factory in northern Mexico that is expected to begin production in 2016.
US safety agency investigating brake hose failures in Ford Explorer police SUVs
U.S. safety regulators are investigating a complaint that front brake hoses can fail on some Ford Explorer Police Interceptor SUVs.
US safety agency closes probe into Toyota Camry hybrids brake problems
An eight-month investigation into brake problems with some older Toyota Camry gas-electric hybrids has been closed without a recall.
Toyota says it will boost Highlander SUV production at Indiana factory, add 300 to workforce
Toyota announced Friday it will spend $100 million to boost production of the Highlander SUV at its southwestern Indiana factory, with plans to add 300 workers in the next couple of years.
Safety advocacy group asks government to investigate Chrysler stalling complaints
An auto safety advocacy group is asking the U.S. government to investigate power system failures in thousands of Chrysler vehicles that could cause them to stall while being driven.
Ford issues 2 recalls of 160,000 vehicles for safety issues
Ford is recalling more than 160,000 vehicles in North America for two safety issues.
US safety agency lets consumers check for recall repairs via the Internet
The U.S. government is offering a free online service for drivers to find out if their vehicles have been recalled but not repaired.
US safety agency investigating whether fire truck aerial ladder recall solved the problem
U.S. safety regulators are investigating whether a recall of 156 fire trucks last year was enough to fix a problem with aerial ladders that can unexpectedly fall.
Ford recalls 83,250 cars and SUVs for faulty axles
Ford is recalling 83,250 vehicles because a faulty part could cause them to lose power or roll away if they're parked.
Jaguar Land Rover recalls nearly 41,000 LR2s, Range Rover Evoques because of air bag problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America is recalling nearly 41,000 vehicles because the front air bag on the passenger's side might not work properly in a crash.
Record rainfall and flooding slows production at Detroit automakers
Record-setting rainfall in the Detroit area has slowed vehicle production.
Volkswagen recalls 151,389 Tiguan SUVs due to stalling possibility
Volkswagen of America is recalling 151,389 Tiguan SUVs due to the possibility of stalling.