A Ford factory employee noticed a potential issue with the carpet padding on the left side of the center console trim on the 2013 Ford Escape that has resulted in a recall of the hot-selling new crossover. If the padding gets out of position, it can push the trim piece out, reducing the clearance for the driver’s feet between the accelerator and brake pedal. When the driver moves his or her foot from the accelerator and brake, it foot might hit the side of the brake pedal and increase the stopping distance. Funk Flex
New Jersey Meat Manufacturer Recalls 300,000 Pounds Of Meat Because Of Possible Contamination!
A firm in New Jersey has had to recall 300,00 lbs. of frozen meat because it could possibly be contaminated with listeria. Â The firm is based out of Bridgeton, New Jersey, hit the jump for the list of types of meat that were recalled. Steph Bassanini
Auto Talk: Chevrolet recalls 2012 Captiva fleet model over parking brake
That’s no Saturn Vue – that’s the brand-new (sort of) Chevrolet Captiva Sport, only available to most Americans through the magic of the rental car lot. And while we haven’t heard much about the General Motors fleet-only crossover since its debut a little over one year ago, it’s making headlines now because of a potentially faulty parking brake. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: 2012 Audi Q5 models recalled over shattering sunroofs
Audi is recalling certain 2012 Q5 models for sunroof panels that may break in extremely cold temperatures. All told, 13,172 units manufactured between June 21, 2011 and December 9, 2011 are included in the campaign. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: Mercedes-Benz recalling 2007-09 E350 Wagon for rear suspension issue
Uh oh. If you’re the owner of a 2007-2009 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic Wagon, prepare for a recall notice from Mercedes. While it won’t be coming until later in the summer, know that if your car was built between July 1, 2006, and April 30, 2009, its load-leveling suspension may be faulty. Funk Flex
Auto Talk: GM Recalls 413,418 Chevy Cruze Models In U.S. To Modify Engine Shield, Prevent Fires
General Motors is recalling all Chevrolet Cruzes sold in the United States for a fix aimed at preventing engine-compartment fires. GM said the recall covers 413,418 Cruzes, or all of the cars sold in the United States since the model’s launch in September 2010 through May. Funk Flex
