In the last ten days, Messa & Associates has gathered information on four automotive recalls that could affect yours and your family's safety. Read on to find out if your vehicle is included in any of these recalls. KIA & HYUNDAI- DEFECTIVE AIR BAGS Korean automaker, Kia, has issued a recall of over 500,000 vehicles in the United States because … [Read more...]

The Associated Press has reported that Audi has issued a global recall of about 1.2 million cars and SUVS due to coolant pumps with the potential to overheat and cause a fire. The recall, which was announced yesterday, includes the 2013-2016 A4, the 2013-2017 A5, the 2012-2015 A6, and the 2013-2017 Q5 SUV. All recalled vehicles are fitted with … [Read more...]

Toyota and Hyundai are recalling a combined 110,000 trucks and SUVs, including the 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, and the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport. The recalled Toyotas, which total 64,900, are at risk for having their electronic stability control (ESC) systems shut down unexpectedly. ESC is a computerized technology that … [Read more...]

Fiat Chrysler has said the company will be mailing out recall notices to more than 160,000 Pacifica owners this week. The recall revolves around certain minivans from the 2017 model year whose engines can stall, even when fully and steadily engaged. Fiat Chrysler dealers will begin offering free repairs next week. The recall was announced in … [Read more...]

Nearly 1.5 million RAM trucks have been voluntarily recalled by the company due to a "faulty interlock in the transmission." The interlock can malfunction, causing the truck to shift out of park without applying the brake pedal or even requiring a key in the ignition. Obviously, a parked truck that can start rolling at any minute is a serious … [Read more...]