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No Windshield Visibility Needed? NHTSA Proposes Exemptions for Automated Cars
Is a clear view through the windshield necessary for a self-driving car? Not according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) proposed regulation updates. The federal organization’s push to update the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to account … Continue reading
US Safety Board Opens Probe Into Waymo Robotaxis Passing Stopped School Buses
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board said on Jan. 23 that it is opening an investigation into self-driving car company Waymo after its robotaxis illegally passed stopped school buses in Austin, Texas, at least 19 times since the start of … Continue reading
NHTSA Evaluates Probe into Some Tesla Door Handles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) may conduct a closer examination of the door handle mechanisms in certain Tesla vehicles after a consumer claimed he was trapped inside his car. The NHTSA’s Office of Defect Investigation filed a document … Continue reading
Chrysler Recalls Certain Luxury Cars over Headlight Issues
Chrysler has issued a voluntary recall for possible headlight failure, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Certain 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia vehicles may have a misrouted wiring harness, which can cause the headlights to fail. According to … Continue reading
Two Carmakers Issue Recalls for Windshield Problems
BMW of America and Ford Motor Company have both issued small voluntary recalls for windshield-related issues. BMW recalled certain 2026 X4 and X6 vehicles on Oct. 8. According to the automaker’s report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), … Continue reading
Stellantis to Recall Nearly 164,000 US Vehicles Over Risk of Detached Door Trim Pieces
Stellantis is recalling nearly 164,000 Jeep vehicles in the U.S. due to issues causing a possible detachment of the trim on the driver and passenger doors, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said September 17. Read more here.
Windshields Unsealed? BMW Issues Recall
BMW of America issued a voluntary recall because the windshields on some of its vehicles may not be sealed correctly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA reports BMW has recalled certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, … Continue reading
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Headlight Defect Sparks Ford Recall
Ford voluntarily recalled about 21,765 vehicles after discovering their headlights might fail. According to the automaker’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report, the LED driver modules on certain 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang Mach E and Mustang vehicles could contain … Continue reading
Ford Faces NHTSA Probe Over B-Pillar Trim Issues in 35,950 Vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a preliminary evaluation into approximately 35,950 Ford vehicles regarding potential B-pillar trim detachment issues. Read more here.
US Closes Probe into Waymo Self-Driving Collisions, Unexpected Behavior
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said July 25 that it has closed a 14-month investigation into a series of minor collisions and unexpected behavior from Alphabet’s Waymo self-driving vehicles without taking further action. Read more here.
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NHTSA Shedding More Than 25% of Employees
According to Congress data, the U.S. auto safety agency is shedding more than 25% of its employees under financial incentive programs offered by the White House to leave the government. Read more here.
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Wrong Glazing Leads to Bus Recall
A bus manufacturer has issued a voluntary recall after discovering some of the vehicles’ door windows don’t meet federal standards. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Prevost Car Inc. recalled approximately 35 of its 2018-2019 X3-45 Commuter … Continue reading
NHTSA Celebrates Fewer Traffic Deaths
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released traffic accident data for the first quarter of 2025. The agency estimates that it was the 12th consecutive quarterly decline in accident fatalities. About 8,055 people died in traffic accidents during … Continue reading
Major Automakers Criticize US Auto Safety Agency, Call for Reform
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation sharply criticized the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, saying the auto safety regulator is impeding progress and struggling to modernize. Read more here.
Tesla Recalls Cars for Possible Wiper Mishap
Tesla has voluntarily recalled almost 200 vehicles for potentially blocked windshield wiper nozzles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Tesla recalled about 172 Model Y 2026 vehicles because the hose connector may block the windshield wiper nozzle. … Continue reading
NHTSA Proposes Cleaning Up Federal Auto Glass Standards
The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) has too many outdated regulations, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The agency plans to fix that. NHTSA proposed changing FMVSS regulations for multiple key vehicle safety components on May … Continue reading
Automaker Recalls Trucks for Window System Failure
Ford has issued a voluntary recall for several trucks with potentially faulty window mechanisms, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects only about nine vehicles. NHTSA says Ford is recalling several 2023 Super Duty F-250 … Continue reading
NHTSA Plan Aims to Streamline Self-Driving Rules
A newly proposed National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) program would help the makers of cars with automated driving systems ensure NHTSA compliance. NHTSA officials say the program would be called the ADS-equipped Vehicle Safety, Transparency, and Evaluation Program (AV … Continue reading
Top U.S. Auto-Safety Regulator Finalizes Whistleblower Program Rules
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it has finalized rules governing its whistleblower award program, fulfilling a requirement imposed almost nine years ago by Congress. Read more here.
States Get $171 Million to Update Crash Record Systems
To improve the accuracy and accessibility of safety information with updated crash data systems, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is offering $171 million in grants to 19 states and territories. These grants are part of the State Electronic … Continue reading
Rear Visibility Issues Trigger Two New Recalls
Two carmakers have issued another recall for rearview camera displays not functioning as expected and failing to meet federal safety standards for rear visibility, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). General Motors’ recall affects about 582 of … Continue reading
Nissan Recalls 2024 Muranos Due to Detaching Glass Panels
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a recall for 2024 Nissan Murano vehicles because an incorrect primer may have been used during the installation of quarter glass assemblies. Nissan had alerted NHTSA that the urethane adhesive bond may … Continue reading
Fixing Advanced Vehicle Systems Makes Up Over One-Third of Crash Repair Costs
A recent American Automobile Association (AAA) report found that advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), like automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and lane departure warning, add up to 37.6% to the total repair cost after a crash. The hefty price … Continue reading
Lucid Recalls 2022-2023 Models over Windshield Heating Concerns
Lucid issued a recall on January 10 for 2,042 of its 2022-2023 Air electric sedans because the high-voltage coolant heater (HVCH) may fail to defrost the windshield. In Safety Recall Report 24V-011, the company told the National Highway Traffic Safety … Continue reading
Backlites of Honda HR-V Vehicles ‘Randomly’ Shatter
Owners of the Honda HR-V subcompact SUV report the sudden shattering of their vehicles’ backlites. According to Pittsburgh, Penn., TV station KDKA, a Pittsburgh woman on December 11 was sitting in her car in the driveway when the backlite suddenly … Continue reading
U.S. Senators, NHTSA Clash Over Right to Repair
Massachusetts’ two U.S. Senators clashed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last week over the federal agency’s letter to auto manufacturers regarding the state’s Right to Repair law. On June 15, Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren wrote … Continue reading
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Small Decrease in 2022 Traffic Deaths Sustains Pandemic-Fueled Surge in Roadway Fatalities
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that an estimated 42,795 people died in traffic crashes in the United States in 2022, a 0.3% decrease from 2021. The administration notes that the minor decrease follows an “unprecedented pandemic-fueled surge … Continue reading
Hyundai, Kia Issue Fix for Vehicles Falling Prey to Social Media Challenge
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that Hyundai and Kia will roll out “theft deterrent software” for vehicles falling victim to a TikTok social media challenge resulting in numerous broken windows and thefts. While the fix is set … Continue reading
Mercedes Recalls Additional 2001-2011 Models for Detaching Sunroofs
The continuation of a 2017 investigation into the bonding between the glass sunroof panel and the sliding roof frame on a number of Mercedes-Benz models has resulted in the recall of an additional 123,696 vehicles. In late 2019, Mercedes recalled … Continue reading
Hyundai to Notify Customers of Recall on Friday, Oct. 14
Hyundai Motor America will send out safety recall notifications this week to owners of the 2020-2021 Hyundai Palisade. According to documentation submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there is an issue with the windshield wiper motor, which … Continue reading
NHTSA Says 758 Drivers Complained of Phantom Braking
The Wall Street Journal discovered that the safety regulator would also release information on crashes involving driving assistance technologies. NHTSA said it wanted to offer more transparency on crashes involving new ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). Not by chance, two of the most famous ones … Continue reading
NHTSA Probes Tesla Autopilot Crash that Killed Three People
Autopilot is Tesla’s Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) that performs automated functions such as steering, accelerating and automatic braking. Click here to read more.
Mercedes Recalls More Than 126,000 Vehicles for Software Glitch
The function of the rearview camera in 126,443 Mercedes Benz passenger vehicles requires a recall. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recall report, the rearview image may not display in the central display when the vehicle is in … Continue reading
NHTSA Recalls 2022 Ford Transits for Rearview Camera Default
Ford voluntarily issued a recall of 119 2022 Ford Transit vehicles because of a defect in the camera to display a rearview image when the vehicle is in reverse. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a camera unable … Continue reading
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Ford Voluntarily Recalls Nearly 40,000 Transit Vans for Windshield Detachment
April brings another recall for vehicle owners. This time Ford voluntarily recalls certain 2016 and 2020 Transit Connect vans for a safety concern with the windshields. The windshields of nearly 40,000 Transit vans could detach during a crash and increase … Continue reading
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General Motors Recalls Certain Equinox and GMC Models Due to Windshield Wiper Failure
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail, according to the recall. The recall number is … Continue reading
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President’s Budget Includes $18.1 Million for ADAS Research
This week, The Biden-Harris Administration submitted to Congress the President’s Budget for fiscal year 2023 (FY 2023). A hefty $105 billion will go to the U.S. Department of Transportation, which calls for investments in highway safety, including research into Advanced … Continue reading
NHTSA Launches ADAS Education Campaign
The agency says its research has found many drivers don’t know how even some of the most basic ADAS features work. To help combat that, the NHTSA has overhauled its webpage on ADAS, including a more user-friendly interface. Click here … Continue reading
Kia Motors America Issues Voluntary Recall for Windshields
Kia Motors America has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it is recalling 30,362 vehicles for inadequate bonding of windshields. Kia notified the NHTSA that the windshields of affected 2014-2016 Kia Cadenza vehicles can detach from the … Continue reading
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U.S. Issues New Safety Rule Governing Driverless Vehicles
NHTSA said it hopes the final rule “provides regulatory certainty that, despite their innovative designs, vehicles with ADS technology must continue to provide the same high levels of occupant protection that current passenger vehicles provide.” Click here to read more. … Continue reading
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More Federal Action Demanded with Increase in Road Deaths
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 38,824 people were killed in 2020 on U.S. roadways. Pam Shadel Fischer, senior director of external engagement for Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), says in a statement that this is the … Continue reading
Tesla Recalls Nearly 27,000 Vehicles for Faulty Windshield Defrosting
Tesla is recalling some 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles after tests determined that the cabin heating system can fail if temperatures are below 14 degrees Fahrenheit. This can cause the windshields in these … Continue reading
Windshields Could Fall Out of These Three Hyundai Models
If you are currently in possession of a 2020 or 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata or 2021 Elantra, a recall has been issued for a defect about the windscreen. Click here to read more.
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Tesla Recalls Nearly Half a Million Model 3 and Model S Cars
Tesla has issued voluntary recalls for nearly half a million vehicles to address potential failures in its trunk latching systems, as first reported by Barron’s. The recalls apply to all Model 3 units released between 2017 and 2020, as well … Continue reading
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Ford Recalls Bronco Models for Faulty Moonroofs
Ford issued a fifth recall this year on the Bronco Sport. This time the recall is for faulty sunroofs. Ford has had a heck of a time with the vehicle, starting with recalls in January on inadequate lube in the … Continue reading
Safety Recall Issued for Several Mercedes-Benz 2020 and 2021 Models
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a safety recall for glass in some Mercedes-Benz models. The features in these models may create a safety risk for your customers and their passengers if they are not corrected. Safety recalls … Continue reading
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The Anger of Tesla Fans is Becoming a Problem
Many technologists and automotive experts are cheering a Cummings appointment to NHTSA. But an extremely online community of Tesla fans is furious. A couple of hours after the news broke, Omar Qazi, a Tesla booster with a large online following, tweeted, “If they try … Continue reading
Bonding Issues Center of Several Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued three recalls – two from Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (Mercedes-Benz) and one from Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino). Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz recently issued a safety recall for the following vehicle models that … Continue reading
NHTSA Issues New Mercedes-Benz Windshield Recall
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a windshield recall for select Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) models. According to the administration, the windshield may become separated from the vehicle frame. Owners of the 2020 MBUSA GLE 450 are … Continue reading
Visibility Issue Prompts NTHSA to Issue Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued three visibility recalls on Highland Ridge RV, Keystone RV Company (Keystone), and Thor Motor Coach (TMC). Each recall states the affected vehicle models have bonding issues. Highland Ridge RV The recall, … Continue reading
Adhesion Issue Sparks Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a new safety recall of certain Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) buses, medium, and heavy vehicles. The recall states the affected vehicle models’ adhesive bond between the glass and the metal hinge frame of … Continue reading
DOT Grants Glazing Exemption from Three Vehicle Safety Standards for Automated Vehicles
The Department of Transportation granted a petition this month to Nuro for a temporary exemption from three provisions of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 500 for low-speed vehicles. The exemptions involve the vehicle’s glazing, as the vehicle, the … Continue reading
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Mercedes-Benz Glass Panel Recall Might Land in Your Shop
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a new visibility recall of 79 Mercedes-Benz products affecting 744,852 vehicle owners. Vehicle models from the vehicle manufacturer’s C-, CLK-, CLS- and E-Class lines sold between 2001 and 2011 will be recalled … Continue reading
Top Stories of the Decade
As we head into 2020, glassBYTEs.com took a look at the most popular stories of the 2010s. The top ten may not be what you expected but they were the most read based on page views. 1. Honda Requires OE … Continue reading
New Visibility Recall Might Impact Your Shop
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a new recall. More than 250,000 BMW of North America (BMW) models are being recalled. The NHTSA states the issue may affect driver visibility and increase the risk for an accident. According … Continue reading
Thousands Impacted By Latest Recalls
Visibility and structure were two areas of concern highlighted in recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The companies involved are Mazda North American Operations (Mazda), Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino), and BYD Coach & Bus … Continue reading
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King Shows Frustration Amid Waiting to Be Confirmed and Steps Down
“How do you know when you are working too hard? When your vacation is reported as a career change,” a LinkedIn post from Deputy NHTSA Administrator Heidi King reads, who will now be resigning effective August 31, 2019. The post … Continue reading
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Recalls That May Come Into Your Shop
Visibility and spontaneous glass breakage were focal points of the latest recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The auto manufacturers involved are Daimler Vans USA, LLC (DVUSA), Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati), and Gillig LLC (Gillig). … Continue reading
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Perrone Robotics Spread Autonomous Transportation
Perrone Robotics has launched a three-month pilot autonomous shuttle program in partnership with JAUNT and Virginia’s Albemarle County. The company’s goal is to increase mobility options for people across the country. Headquartered in Crozet, Va., Perrone Robotics has been developing … Continue reading
Hyundai’s Exploding Sunroof Lawsuit Final Hearing to Be Had
A U.S. District Court of California judge has set the date for the settlement hearing for an ongoing legal battle between Billy Glenn and Hyundai. The hearing is scheduled for August 12, 2019. The lawsuit began four years ago when … Continue reading
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Roof Hatch and Mirror Glass Recalls Surface – What You Should Know
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued two new recalls that directly impact the auto glass industry. The auto manufacturers involved are Motor Coach Industries (MCI) and PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR). PACCAR Thousands of 2020 Peterbilt 520 and 579 vehicles … Continue reading
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Kia Exploding Sunroof Case Could Continue
Kia Motors America, Inc. (Kia) could soon be headed to the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals over alleged defects in its sunroofs found in some of its models. Tom Kondash, and several others, originally filed a lawsuit in July of … Continue reading
Vehicle Sensor Recall Could Impact Your Customers
There is a new recall you should be aware of, courtesy of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Certain Daimler Vans USA, LLC vehicle makes have been found to have issues that impact the industry. Nearly 600Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz … Continue reading
Windows May Detach Following Recent Volvo Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a new recall that directly impacts the auto glass industry. Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) vehicle windows are the main focus on the administration’s recall. More than 11,000 2018-2020 VNL and … Continue reading
Senate Committee Approves King in 14-12 Vote
Heidi King has been trying to gain confirmation as the head of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) since June 2018, when she was chosen by the administration to lead the agency for the first time. King however, did … Continue reading
NHTSA Drops International Window Safety Standards
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced its plans to forgo its 2012 proposal regarding the harmonization between U.S. vehicle window safety standards with international rules. “NHTSA withdraws its June 21, 2012 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), which proposed … Continue reading
NHTSA Asked to Exclude One Vehicle from Safety Standards
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been asked to exclude a certain low-speed vehicle from certain Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). The Administration will make its decision following a public comment period where members of the community … Continue reading
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King Nominated to Lead the NHTSA Again
You might remember Heidi King, as she was chosen by President Trump to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the first time, at the end of June. At the time King gained the Senate’s approval then awaited … Continue reading
Looks Like More Than The U.S. Government Is Shutdown
When children argue it usually doesn’t last long before they make up, but when adults argue there’s no set time limit. This can even be seen though the most recent government shutdown. The United States entered day 24 today, making … Continue reading
Latest Recall Affects Hyundai
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the model’s panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed. The incorrect programming could prevent the sunroof from detecting an … Continue reading
How Two Recalls Might Affect You
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently published two recalls that may affect your business. The two vehicle makes included in the recall are Champion Bus Inc. and Mercedes Benz, vehicle owners who are affected by these recalls have … Continue reading
New Recall Affects Polaris
Polaris owners and auto shops have a new recall to keep an eye out for. Polaris Industries Inc. released a recall on its 2015 and 2016 Slingshot models that have a backup camera. More than eleven thousand vehicle owners will … Continue reading
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Possible Visibility Issues for Certain Motorcycle Models
Ducati owners may be stopping by your shop for the latest recall with its mirrors. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), vibrations may distort images in its mirrors. The models to look out for are the 2017-2019 … Continue reading
Loss of Visibility Soon May Be the Root for Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued recalls that affect driver visibility. The two vehicle makes included in the recall are Mercedes Benz and Honda–thousands of vehicle owners are affected by these recalls. More than three hundred 2018 … Continue reading
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Mercedes-Benz Sunroof May Detach
Repair shops and owners may want to keep an eye out for potential issues with the panoramic sunroof on select Mercedes-Benz models, as it may become detached. The detachment may increase the driver’s chance of causing an accident. According to … Continue reading
NHTSA Issues Two Recalls to Keep an Eye Out For
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall related to a loss of driver visibility in some Karma Revero and Volkswagen vehicles. Loss of visibility was shown in two models: 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, and the 2018 Karma … Continue reading
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King Moves Past The Senate In Hopes Of Becoming The Next NHTSA Leader
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been without an official leader since Mark Rosekind stepped down from the position just before President Trump’s inauguration in January of 2017. Heidi King aims to change that by becoming the administration’s … Continue reading
Two Recalls To Know About
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced two recalls this week, one of which is directly related to glass—specifically glass not fully tempered. General Motors LLC is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. “The driver and front passenger door window … Continue reading
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AGC Notifies NHTSA of Improperly Marked Rear Privacy Glass; Asks for Exemption from Recall
AGC Glass Company North America has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that “certain rear privacy glass manufactured as replacement glass for certain model year (MY) 2013-2017 Jeep Compass motor vehicles does not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle … Continue reading
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3 Out of 10 Recalled Vehicles are Not Repaired; Maryland Program Aims to Change That
Millions of vehicles are under recall at any given moment in the U.S., but not all owners of recalled vehicles get their car fixed. Faulty windshields and sunroofs remain on many vehicles, posing a potential safety threat to drivers and … Continue reading
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Consumer Reports Investigates Exploding Sunroofs
As the demand for panoramic sunroofs continues to grow, so do the news stories about spontaneous exploding sunroofs nationwide. Windshields are regulated, but there are no such regulations for increasingly larger sunroofs despite consumer complaints about shattering glass. Consumer Reports … Continue reading
Chrysler Recalls Certain Dodge Caravans Due to Air Bag Defect
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall on certain Chrysler vehicles, specifically certain 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles due to an air bag defect. According to the notice, approximately 209,135 vans are affected. The recall states, … Continue reading
GM Extends Headlamp Module Warranty
Following a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigation, General Motors (GM) has extended its headlight warranty to cover problems related to its headlamp driver modules recall. The initial recall was for defective low-beam headlights and daytime running lights on … Continue reading
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NHTSA Investigates GM for 2015 Headlamp Module Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been investigating General Motors (GM) due to a 2015 headlamp driver module recall that was meant to fix faulty low-beam headlights. NHTSA is looking into whether or not the 2015 recall fixed … Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Issues Recall over Windshield Issue
Mercedes-Benz USA has issued a recall for several models because of a defect that could cause the windshield to separate from the vehicle. Recalled models include 2016 GLE350 4Matic and GLS 450 4Matic, 2017 GLE 400 4Matic, GLE 350 4Matic, … Continue reading
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Representatives Propose “SPY Car Study” to NHTSA
With automated driving (AD) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) gaining traction in the industry, two U.S. Representatives are concerned about what this could mean for driver privacy and cybersecurity. Calif.-Representative Ted Lieu and S.C.-Representative Joe Wilson have proposed a … Continue reading
Nissan Recalls More than 300,000 Vehicles
Nissan North America has recently issued a recall on certain 2015-2017 Altima sedans due to faulty wiring of rear windows. According to the notice, 341,005 vehicles may be affected. “The rear door latch/lock cable on the vehicles may have been … Continue reading
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General Motors Issues Recalls on Suburban HD and Malibu
General Motors LLC (GM) has issued a recall for certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Suburban HD vehicles due to improperly assembled side view mirrors. The recall was issued on January 12, and applies to 214 vehicles. “These vehicles were assembled with a … Continue reading
Audi Recalls 500,000+ Vehicles
Audi is recalling nearly a quarter million vehicles due to a sunroof drainage defect, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report. Continue reading
NHTSA Proposes New V2V Standard
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has proposed the establishment of a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to mandate vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications for new light vehicles, according the Federal Register. Continue reading
A Look at 2016’s Top Stories
From lawsuits to changes in the automotive glass industry, 2016 proved to be an unpredictable one. Continue reading
U.S. DOT Advances Deployment of Connected Vehicle Technology
The U.S. Department of Transportation issued a proposed rule December 14 that would advance the deployment of connected vehicle technologies throughout the U.S. light vehicle fleet, according to a DOT release. Continue reading
Hyundai Denied Motion to Dismiss Sunroof Suit
A California judge has denied Hyundai’s motion to dismiss a class-action lawsuit brought against the car company for allegedly defective sunroofs. Continue reading
NHTSA to Hold Public Meeting on Automated Vehicles Policy
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a public meeting to seek input on sections of the recently released Federal Automated Vehicles Policy (the Policy). Continue reading
U.S. DOT Proposes Cybersecurity Guidance to Automotive Industry
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will look for public feedback on proposed guidance to protect vehicles from malicious cyber-attacks and unauthorized access. Continue reading
Transportation Dept. to Hold Public Meeting on Federal Automated Vehicles Policy
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a public meeting for November to gain input on the department’s federal policy on automated vehicles. Continue reading
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Plaintiffs Drop Complaints Against Ford For Sunroofs
Plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit brought against Ford Motor Co. for defective panoramic sunroofs have withdrawn their allegations. Continue reading
Ford Recalls 2014 Vehicles to Reinstall Panoramic Sunroofs
Ford is issuing a safety recall for approximately 900 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles to reinstall panoramic roofs, according to the automaker. Continue reading
Automated Vehicles Policy issued by U.S. DOT
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has released its federal policy for automated vehicles. Continue reading
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Ford Door-Latch Recall Now Encompasses 2.4 Million Vehicles
Ford has expanded a recall over a door-latch issue to cover an additional 1.5 million vehicles at the request of the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration (NHTSA). The total number of vehicles affected is now 2.4 million. Continue reading
Final Count: Traffic Fatalities Show Highest Increase in Almost 50 Years
Traffic fatalities totaled 35,092 in 2015, a 7.2 percent increase from 2014, according to the final numbers released by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This number ends a five-decade trend of declining fatalities, according to NHTSA. Continue reading
General Motors Recalls Select Models for Visibility Issue
Windshield wipers could break on 367,808 General Motors’ Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain 2013 models, according to a recall from the automaker. Continue reading
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Rosekind: We Can’t Wait for Autonomous Technology to be Perfect
If the automotive industry expects the National Department of Transportation to release thousands of pages of regulations on autonomous vehicles in the coming weeks, they will not get them, according to Mark Rosekind, administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety … Continue reading
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NHTSA Recalls Select Commercial Bus Models Because of Glass Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Micro Bird MBII, G5 and CT Series commercial buses over a potential glass issue. Continue reading
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2015 Road Fatalities Up 7.7 Percent Over Prior Year
Roadway deaths for 2015 are up 7.7 percent from 2014, according to preliminary data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Fatalities among occupants of vehicles that rolled over increased by 5 percent over the previous year. Continue reading
Watch the Relationship Between Windshields and Airbags in Action
As many technicians know, windshields play a vital role in a vehicle’s safety system. When airbags deploy, they bounce off the glass and a properly installed windshield helps to ensure the driver and passenger’s safety in a crash. See this relationship in action thanks to crash test footage supplied by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Also, learn the names of this year’s featured speakers during Auto Glass Week™ 2016. We’ll also share more about the second annual golf tournament to be held just prior to Auto Glass Week in our June newscast. Continue reading
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4 Recalls of Interest to You
From glass and lighting issues to faulty hood latches, here are four new National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) recalls to have on your radar. Continue reading
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NHTSA Seeking Public Comment on Crash Test Vehicle
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has teamed up with the European New Car Assessment Program, Thatcham and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) to develop a specialized 3D crash model to test vehicles that include Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The agency has scheduled a public meeting to allow stakeholders to view the vehicle and offer comment. Continue reading
Daimler Vans and Volvo Recall Vehicles Over Glazing Issues
Daimler Vans is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vehicles saying the windows could separate during a crash. Volvo is also issuing a recall for certain model year 2016 XC90 vehicles due to a potential sunroof issue. Continue reading
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NHTSA Extends Public Comment Period for Automated Guidance
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has extended its deadline for industry insight on the agency’s development of guidelines for the “Safe Deployment and Operation of Automated Vehicle Safety Technologies.” Continue reading
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NHTSA Proposes New FMVSS for Bus Glazing
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) plans to establish a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to require the installation of advanced glazing in buses. The new standard would require impactor testing of glazing material. Continue reading
Do Self-Driving Vehicles Need Rear-View Mirrors? NHTSA Weighs In
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) chief counsel recently interpreted a number of provisions in the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) as they would apply to Google’s self-driving vehicles (SDV). The tech giant asked NHTSA for its feedback on a variety of topics, including rear-view mirrors and the need for windshields wipers, among others. Continue reading
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NHTSA Gets an Earful about Developing Guidelines for Automated Vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) held its first public meeting Friday about autonomous vehicles. It is seeking industry insight to develop guidelines for the “Safe Deployment and Operation of Automated Vehicle Safety Technologies.” While NHTSA supports this technology’s rapid introduction, those that took the microphone by and large asked the safety administration to slow down its timetable to set guidance, saying there are still more questions than answers. Continue reading
NHTSA: Glazing FMVSS Could Pose Obstacle for Autonomous Vehicles
When it comes to the development of autonomous vehicles, the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) could be an obstacle. This is according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which released an initial report that identifies which areas of the FMVSS could prove to be an issue and glazing is one of those spotlighted. Continue reading
NHTSA: 2015 Roadway Deaths Climb 9 Percent
Roadway deaths for the first nine months of 2015 have climbed 9.3 percent over 2014, according to an early estimate from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Continue reading
Rosekind: Vehicles with ADAS Must Be Repaired Correctly
“We want to focus initially on rolling out automatic-emergency braking. Let’s hope all the cameras and sensors work after the car is repaired,” said Mark Rosekind, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) administrator, during the Washington, D.C., Auto Show on Thursday. “When vehicles are repaired, including windshield replacement, let’s hope this technology works correctly. Continue reading
Will NHTSA Give Crash-Avoidance Technology Safety Stars?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposes to add a crash-avoidance ratings based on whether a vehicle features multiple technologies, including forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning and blind-spot detection, among others. Continue reading
3 Things the NHTSA Wants You to Know
At a recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) meeting, Mark Rosekind, administrator, touched on three areas of highway safety: its current state, how the NHTSA is improving it and new frontiers that will need to be addressed. The Current … Continue reading
NHTSA Grants Exemption for Mitsubishi Quarter Panel Sidelite
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted an exemption to Mitsubishi Motors North America for a quarter panel sidelite that does not comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard covering glazing materials. Continue reading
Rosekind: Automated Systems Are No Longer Science Fiction
“In many ways, the car hasn’t changed as much in the entire last century as it’s about to change in the next few years. And that change, that safety revolution driven by technology can be accompanied—must be accompanied—by a parallel transformation in culture,” said Mark Rosekind, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) administrator, during a recent speech in Washington, D.C. Continue reading
10 OEMs to Offer Automatic Emergency Braking on New Models
Ten automakers have committed to making automatic emergency braking (AEB) a standard feature on all new vehicles built, according to a joint statement from the U.S. Department of Transportation, its National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Many of the cameras integral to AEB require calibration once a windshield has been replaced. Continue reading
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How Vulnerable are Vehicles to Hackers?
For years, vehicles have been rolling with computers, and to access them, a repair expert needed to plug into a specialized car port. But with the growing popularity of smartphones, Bluetooth and other Wi-Fi options, there are many more ways for hackers to access a vehicle, explains Dan Chilcott, a research associate with Virginia Tech’s Center for Automated Vehicle Systems. So just how vulnerable are vehicles to being hacked? And will vehicle-to-vehicle communication (V2V) technology open the door to possible attacks? Continue reading
NHTSA Closes Investigation into Chrysler Crossfire Backlite Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) has closed an investigation into reports that “the backlite window of the convertible top separates from its adhesive bond attachment” in the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. Continue reading
Land Rover Recalls SUVs for Incorrect Sunroof Primer
After owners reported the panoramic sunroof assemblies in their 2012-2013 Land Rover LR4s were either noisy, loose, leaking water, or in one case, “detached from the vehicle while the SUV was in motion,” Land Rover has issued a recall. Continue reading
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Administration Releases 2016 U.S. DOT Budget Proposal
The Obama administration has proposed a 2016 U.S. Department of Transportation Budget that increases highway funds by 29 percent to $317 billion. These funds would go toward repairs and road improvements, with particular attention paid to investments in “rural and tribal areas.” The plan also calls for $908 million, up from $830 million, to support the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Continue reading
Rosekind Seeks More Authority for NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration needs “increased authority” to carry out its mission, said Mark Rosekind, NHTSA’s new administer, a surprise keynote speaker added to the SAE 2015 Government-Industry Meeting Wednesday in Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Calling All Souls: Kia Recalling 96,000 Souls with Sunroofs
Kia Souls have taken the streets by storm in recent years, but they’re about to take a temporary pit stop. Kia Motors America is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles manufactured January 8, 2009, to October 2, 2013, … Continue reading
Traffic Fatalities Decline in the Past Decade
Driving has gotten safer over in the last 10 years. That’s according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) 2013 Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). The data shows a 3.1 percent decrease from the previous … Continue reading
BMW X3 and X4 Recalled, Rearview Mirror “Designed to Meet Non-U.S.” Requirements
BMW of North America is recalling certain model year 2015 X3 and X4 Sports Activity Vehicles manufactured on July 28-29, 2014. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected vehicles may have been produced with a driver’s … Continue reading
NHTSA Launches Free VIN Look Up for Recalls
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a free online VIN search tool to look up recalls. Continue reading
President Obama Nominates Rosekind to Head NHTSA
President Obama has nominated Mark Rosekind for administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Department of Transportation. Rosekind has been a member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) since 2010. “I do think NHTSA should take larger role when it comes to glass and proper installations,” says Melissa Martin, owner of Wisefly Auto Glass, which is has a branch in Georgia and one in California. Continue reading
NHTSA Issues Recall Report on Jeep Wrangler Exterior Power Mirrors
The exterior heated power mirrors that were introduced to the 2011 model-year Jeep Wranglers could cause smoke or fire due to a defect, according to Chrysler and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Due to the potential defect, Chrysler … Continue reading
NHTSA, Ford Recall Certain Ford Escapes Over Potential Sunroof Urethane Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Ford have recalled select 2014 model-year Ford Escapes due to a potential issue with the urethane bond between the panorama sunroof and the attaching bracket. Continue reading
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AGC Automotive Americas Asks NHTSA for Exemption of FMVSS Compliance on Certain Backlites
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received a petition from AGC Flat Glass North America, doing business as AGC Automotive Americas Co., asking for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance over certain glazing the company manufactured as replacement automotive backlites for model-year 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix vehicles. AGC officials say the backlites do not fully comply with S5.1 and S5.7 of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205, Glazing Materials. Continue reading
NHTSA Issues Final Rule on Rear Visibility
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a final rule requiring all vehicles under 10,000 pounds, including buses and trucks, manufactured on or after May 1, 2018, to come equipped with rear visibility technology that expands the field of view to enable the driver to detect areas behind the vehicle to reduce death and injury resulting from backover incidents. Continue reading
NHTSA and Ford Recall Vehicles for Windshield Bubbling
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Ford have recalled several models for impaired windshield visibility. “The presence of bubbles may hinder driver’s visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash,” according to the recall notice.
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