Source: FleetNews Defective brakes were the leading cause of road accidents in the United Kingdom – where a vehicle defect was a contributory factor – for the sixth year running, new figures suggest. The data, from the Department for Transport…
Defective brakes caused more accidents on the UK’s roads than any other type of vehicle defect last year, Department for Transport statistics show. In total, vehicle defects led to a staggering 1,539 accidents and collisions on the UK’s roads last year,…
Jaguar Land Rover North America has issued a recall for certain 2021-2024 E-Pace vehicles due to a malfunctioning brake pad wear warning light. This essential feature, designed to alert drivers to worn brake pads, may fail to activate, potentially diminishing…
Ferrari faces a lawsuit in the United States from drivers alleging the luxury sports car giant failed to address a serious brake defect, risking partial or total loss of braking capability. This lawsuit, filed in a federal court in San…
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd has announced a recall for the SKODA Superb and Octavia models manufactured between 2020 and 2024, citing a critical safety issue. The recall, identified by number REC-005899 and campaign number 47U5, affects approximately 3,801 units…
In an independent evaluation conducted in Mojacar, Spain, Delphi‘s brake pads have outperformed competitors in rigorous testing, underscoring their commitment to both performance and environmental sustainability. This assessment, crucial for unbiased automotive advancements, ensures consumer and environmental interests are prioritized.…
Every year, countless accidents are caused by failed or poorly maintained braking systems. Safe driving isn’t just about how you handle the car; it’s equally about how well your car handles critical situations. At the heart of this are the…
Imagine stopping nearly six feet sooner during an emergency. That’s the potential of a groundbreaking collaboration between tire giant Goodyear and Dutch research organization TNO. By integrating Goodyear’s intelligent tire technology, SightLine, into a car’s anti-lock brake system (ABS), the…
Automotive giants tap Sensata’s force sensor to unlock the future of electric vehicles and electromechanical brakes. As electric vehicles (EVs) surge in popularity, braking systems need a modern makeover. That’s where Sensata Technologies steps in, with its groundbreaking Brake Force…
Ford is recalling 66 2024 Mustang vehicles due to a potential loose brake pedal issue. A missing flare on the brake pedal arm pivot tube can cause the pedal to become unseated, impacting braking function and increasing the risk of…
Nissan North America, Inc. has announced a recall for its 2021 Rogue vehicles under NHTSA Campaign Number 23V791000. This action is necessitated by a critical flaw in the brake system, specifically involving the rear brake calipers. The issue stems from…
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC has issued a recall for 121 units of the 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 model. This recall, identified under NHTSA Campaign Number 23V789000, addresses a critical issue with improperly reinstalled brake calipers, which may…
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain motorcycle models due to a rear brake issue. The rear brake master cylinder may fail to function correctly, leading to extended stopping distances. This poses a potential safety risk, increasing the chance of…
Ford Motor Company is initiating a recall for specific 2020-2023 Mustang models due to a malfunction in the brake fluid level sensor. This defect prevents the activation of the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid runs low, which could…
EMIRATE OF SHARJAH, UAE – The government-owned Sharjah Taxi fleet has introduced Brake Plus, a brake-safety system to curtail accidents, especially ones involving sudden stops by the cabs. The new systems activates the cabs’ hazard lights when the driver applies…
CHARLOTTE, Mich – Spartan Fire, LLC has agreed to recall certain model-year 2021-2024 emergency vehicle cab-chassis-based units due to a potentially defective parking brake system. The 659 emergency-response vehicles, built between June 1, 2022, and June 14, 2023, included within…
DEARBORN, Mich. – Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model-year 2021-2023 F-150 pickup trucks whose electronic parking brakes might suddenly activate, thus potentially resulting in a dangerous driving situation. The 870,701 trucks within the recall population are equipped with a…
WATERLOO, Wisc. — Trek Bicycle Corp., in collaboration with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has initiated a recall on certain models of Trek bicycles equipped with Promax hydraulic disc brakes. The purpose of the recall is to address…
TORRANCE, Calif. – American Honda Motor Co. has agreed to recall certain Honda Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra and Honda Accord vehicles which might have a faulty brake-hold feature. The 386 vehicles within the recall population, spread amongst model-year 2023…
IRVINE, Calif. – Kia America, Inc. has agreed to recall certain model-year 2023 Kia Sportage vehicles which might lose brake assist due to a fault within the brake booster. The 98,944 compact sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) within the recall population, manufactured…
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Stellantis through its FCA US, LLC is recalling certain model-year 2017-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2018-2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles equipped with optional carbon ceramic matrix brakes which might exhibit rotor failure. The 719 vehicles within…
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain model-year 2023 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles which might have a defectively assembled brake tube and the potential for major braking issues. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Part…
Washington, D.C. – In a sweeping operation by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) on April 19, more than 750 commercial motor vehicles were ordered off the roads in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. due to critical brake-related violations. During…
NEW YORK – According to the recently published Global Automotive Brake System Market size report by Market.us Study, the market is expected to be worth around $60.6 billion by 2032 from up from $37.3 billion in 2022, growing at a…
CAMDEN, N.J. – Subaru of America, Inc. has agreed to recall certain model-year 2023 Impreza models which might have been assembled with an improperly adjusted stop-lamp switch. In addition to this defect potentially allowing the stop lamp to illuminate without…