NHTSA escalates Ford probe over 135,000 engine failures
#FordSafety #NHTSANHTSA escalated its probe into 135,000 older Ford Fiesta, Focus, and EcoSport models over a timing belt defect causing sudden power loss. With 355 complaints reported, the agency warns of unreasonable safety risks, potentially leading to a forced recall. read more
NHTSA rejects Tesla bid to avoid headlight recall
#TeslaRecall #NHTSATesla's petition to avoid recalling nearly 20,000 Model 3 and Y vehicles for headlights exceeding legal limits was denied by NHTSA, which cited glare risks. Tesla argued no safety issue existed, but the agency disagreed. read more
Elon Musk's Cost-Cutting Impacts NHTSA, Raises Safety Concerns
#Tesla #NHTSAElon Musk's cost-cutting measures at Tesla now affect the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, leading to job cuts amidst investigations into Tesla crashes. This move raises concerns about the agency's ability to regulate Tesla's autonomous driving systems. read more