Drivers are being warned that hundreds of thousands of vehicles are being recalled over fears that various issues could increase the risk of motorists being involved in an accident.
In recent weeks, some of the world's biggest manufacturers have been forced to recall cars in response to concerns, including Ford, Volvo and General Motors.
GB News has rounded up the most important car recalls of the past few weeks that drivers need to know about.
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The 2022 Ford Bronco FORDFord
The American manufacturing giant said it would be recalling almost 129,000 Bronco models (2022-2023) amid fears the 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is reversing.
In documents listed with the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), dealers will replace the rearview camera for free.
The recall stated that drivers may "intermittently" experience a rear camera blue image, potentially leading to a higher chance of a crash.
The Volvo XC40
VOLVO
Volvo
The Swedish brand is also recalling vehicles as rearview camera images may not display when the vehicle is in reverse, with more than 413,000 vehicles impacted.
The NHTSA reported that this inlcudes certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, and 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, and XC90 vehicles.
Affected vehicles will receive a software update to remedy the issue, with Volvo stating that if an out-of-pocket expense has been paid prior to this repair being performed, customers may be eligible to receive reimbursement.
The Polestar 2 electric vehicle
POLESTAR
Polestar
Rearview cameras have also caused issues with certain Polestar 2 models from manufacturing years 2021-2025, meaning the vehicles could fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111: "Rear Visibility".
Almost 28,000 vehicles are part of the recall, with Polestar Automotive USA set to deliver the vehicle software for free.
Polestar became one of the first companies to offer a car without a standard rear-view window, replacing it instead with a rear-facing HD camera to enhance the rearward view and interior space.
The 2021 Cadillac Escalade was included in the recallCADILLAC General Motors
Another American giant is being forced to recall popular models following reports of engine failures, increasing the risk of a crash on almost 600,000 vehicles.
GM said it would recall certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2-litre V8 engine.
Recall documents state that the connecting rod or crankshaft could have manufacturing defects that lead to engine damage and engine failure. Dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install a new oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual as a remedy.
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The Amazon-owned Zoox self-driving vehicle REUTERSZoox
The Amazon-owned self-driving company has agreed to recall all 270 driverless cars following an accident in April with a passenger vehicle in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Zoox said the crash didn't lead to any injuries, with the company pausing operations following a safety review of the incident.
It comes as the company looks to scale up robotaxi production for US expansion, according to the FT. The self-driving start-up reportedly plans to open a new site in the Bay Area in California.
