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Ford Recalls Explorer Police Interceptor Utility Over Potentially Fiery Engine Failure

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More than 85,000 examples of the 2020 – 2022 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility feature 3.3-liter liter naturally aspirated V6 engines that may fail rather catastrophically.

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Drivers interested in their vehicle as a digital wallet

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In 2020, 91 per cent of new vehicles sold in the country were classified as connected, a number that is expected to rise further. The survey highlights the increasing role of connected vehicles in the U.S. Key survey results showed: 62 per cent of participants were aware of connected vehicle services available through their cars.

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Certain 2020 Ford Explorer SUVs Recalled for Rearview Camera Issue

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Just under 2,000 examples of the 2020 Ford Explorer have been produced with rearview cameras that may distort the rearview image or fail to display the image due to insufficient electrical conductivity within the printed circuit board.

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Ford Recalls Nearly 110,000 Lincoln Aviator SUVs Over Electromagnetic Interference

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The accessory protocol image module fitted to 2020 to 2024 model year Lincoln Aviator sport utility vehicles can be affected by electromagnetic interference from any given phone. This, in turn, causes the rearview camera image to become distorted or flicker, therefore prompting a recall. continue reading. )

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Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator Recalled for Instrument Panel Cluster That May Short Circuit

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Stellantis-owned Jeep has issued a safety recall encompassing 32,863 examples of the Gladiator pickup truck and Wrangler sport utility vehicle. Produced for the 2020 through 2024 model years in Ohio, the suspect vehicles feature instrument panel clusters that may fail without prior warning due to a short circuit. continue reading. )

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In Hybrid and Electrical Mechanic Training? Here’s Everything You Should Know About Tesla’s New Safety Features

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This update, applicable to all US-bound Model 3 and Model Y vehicles and Model S and Model X cars manufactured post-2020, aims to address post-collision visibility concerns. Beyond these recent updates, Tesla has been a pioneer in utilizing software updates to address recalls.

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Ford Recalls Explorer Due to Potentially Loose or Missing Fasteners

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A front-biased crossover between model years 2011 and 2019, the Ford Explorer was redesigned on the rear-drive CD6 platform for model year 2020. Unfortunately, the Dearborn-based automaker botched up the mid-size utility vehicle's rollout. It sold ( continue reading. )