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Showing posts with label Recall. Show all posts

January 24, 2021

Toyota Motor PH Adds 2,786 Units with Defective Fuel Pumps


In October last year, Toyota Motor Philippines finally confirmed that several of its local models were affected by faulty fuel pumps—the same sort of problem that affected Honda, Mitsubishi, and Mazda models as well. Well now, the country’s number one automaker is expanding the recall to more units.

December 18, 2020

Nissan PH Recalls 2017-2018 X-Trails Due to "Phantom Braking"


Selected units of 2017-2018 Nissan X-Trail compact SUVs are being recalled due to a fault with one of its Advanced Driver Assist features.

Toyota Motor PH Recalling Hilux Pickup Trucks Due to Faulty Braking System


Toyota Motor Philippines is announcing a recall for selected 2018 Hilux models surrounding its brake system.

November 26, 2020

Ford, Subaru May Soon Face Their Own Fuel Pump Recalls


Brace yourselves for more recalls surrounding Denso fuel pumps. In what could be another “Takata-level” recall, the Japanese parts supplier is adding more than 1.5 million units to its growing list of fuel pumps that may stop working altogether.

October 24, 2020

These Brands Now Offer Online Recall Checkers


Every carmaker is committed to upholding the highest quality of their products and services, and maintaining transparency is important in prioritizing customer safety. As vehicles become increasingly complex, there are cases where manufactured vehicles have concerns with certain parts which may affect its overall performance. This is why carmakers issue Service Campaigns or Recalls.

October 23, 2020

Mazda PH Also Issuing Recall For Faulty Fuel Pumps


There’s no end to the faulty fuel pump recall. Bermaz Auto Philippines, the official distributor of Mazda vehicles in the country has confirmed that they too will have to issue a preventive service campaign.

October 21, 2020

October 17, 2020

Toyota Motor PH Confirms Local Units Affected by Faulty Fuel Pump


Update: Toyota Motor Philippines releases the full list of affected models (10/21).

During the launch of the 2021 Fortuner, Toyota Motor Philippines has confirmed that it’s been holding a recall (aka service campaign) surrounding the fuel pump.

October 15, 2020

Brace Yourselves, Japanese Automakers May Soon Face a Recall Over Seatbelts


The global Takata airbag recall isn’t complete yet, and now, we might be facing a new recall surrounding Takata seat belts. Though it is best known for the green belts used by the aftermarket scene (see lead photo), Takata is actually the top seat belt maker in Japan with a market share of about 40 percent (30 percent globally).

October 10, 2020

Some PH Ford Mustangs Might Suffer from a Breaking Brake Pedal


In case you missed it, Ford Philippines has confirmed that selected Mustang sportscars locally are affected by the latest round of recalls surrounding its brake pedal. 

October 2, 2020

Ford PH Recalling Rangers, Everest for Automatic Gearbox


Ford issuing three separate recalls which affect most of its local line-up. The affected vehicles include the Thai-built Ranger and Everest, as well as North American built-up units such as the F-150, Expedition, and Mustang.

September 22, 2020

Mitsubishi PH Advises 2020 L300 Owners to Check Their Seat Straps (w/ Video)


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is conducting a recall campaign on 2020 Model Year (20MY) 20MY Mitsubishi L300 due to a possible malfunction on the seat strap. This proactive measure is to ensure the safety of our valued customers on the affected units.

Mitsubishi PH Recalling Selected 2017-18 Pajero SUVs


Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) is conducting a recall on selected 2017-2018 Pajero SUV units due to a possible malfunction located at the front right lower control arm.

July 15, 2020

Kia PH Recalling Selected Carnival MPVs, Sorento SUVs for Short Circuit Risk


Kia Philippines is announcing a recall of selected Carnival and Sorento models to fix a possible short circuit problem on the anti-lock braking system module.

June 26, 2020

Mazda PH Confirms: No CX-30, Mazda3 Affected by US Recall


Mazda Philippines has confirmed that no locally available Mazda3 or CX-30 vehicles are included in a recent recall plaguing the U.S.

June 11, 2020

Honda Cars PH Recalling 10,136 Vehicles to Faulty Fuel Pumps


Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. has finally pinpointed 10,136 units of 2018-2019 Accord, BR-V, Mobilio, City, Civic, Jazz, HR-V, and CR-V models that will require a recall due to faulty pumps. These units have fuel pumps that contain defective impellers that can inflate. This can cause the pump from rotating, causing the engine to stall or fail to start.

June 9, 2020

Are Fords Suffering from "Swollen" Lug Nuts?


A reader sent in an anonymous tip saying that Ford vehicles may be suffering from swelling lug nuts. The issue, the reader says, can potentially make replacing a spare tire impossible, and that it could also pose a safety issue. What’s happening here?

February 13, 2020

Toyota Motor PH is Recalling RAV4s for Airbag-Related Issue


Yet another car model joins the growing list requiring new airbags due to faulty ones installed by the now-defunct Takata, but not for the usual reason. Toyota Motor Philippines is announcing that 1,157 units of the RAV4 will require a new driver’s airbag.

February 10, 2020

Lexus PH Will Replace Transmission Assembles for Free Because They Shifted Roughly


Lexus is living up to their tagline, “the relentless pursuit of perfection” by announcing a special campaign on selected RX350 SUVs simply because these SUVs shifted too roughly for their standards.

February 7, 2020

Toyota Motor Philippines Recalling Selected 2019 Alphard MPVs and Coaster Buses


Toyota Motor Philippines is recalling selected Alphard and Coaster models due to seat belts which may not lock properly in the event of a crash.