Brake and Battery Issues Prompt GM to Recall Trucks

General Motors has recalled approximately 464,000 Cadillac CT6, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks, all 2019 model year vehicles.  GM has discovered that a software error can disable the electronic stability and antilock braking systems.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), dealers are supposed start repairing recalled vehicles on January 27, 2020.  The repair will consist of reprogramming the antilock brake computer.  GM has also recalled 350,000 model years 2019 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks.  The problem with these vehicles is that the cable that goes from the battery to the alternator has too much glue in it.  As a result, the glue imposes a resistance to the flow of current and can cause the engine to stall, and possibly ignite.  This recall is also expected to begin on January 27, 2020.  Dealers are supposed to inspect the cables and clean the connections if necessary.  For additional information, owners can contact GM by visiting their website at www.gm.com, then scrolling to the bottom of the page and click on recalls.   Please have your vehicle identification number ready as you will be prompted to enter it to see if your vehicle is affected. 

Mazda Recalls SUVs for Engine Stalling

Mazda Motor Company has announced that it is recalling 262,000 sport utility vehicles as a result of a problem that causes the engine to stall.  The vehicles that are involved in the recall are 2018 – 2019 Mazda 6 midsize sedans and CX-5 SUVs; and 2019 Mazda 3.  The problem has been identified as a software error. Dealers will reprogram the computers at no cost to the affected owners.  The recall is expected to begin on August 26.  For additional information, consumers can contact Mazda by calling 1-800-222-5500 or visiting their website at https://www.mazdausa.com.  The website will refer owners to their recall site which will prompt owners for their vehicle identification number (VIN).  The VIN will let owners know if their vehicle is part of the recall.