The Latest Breaking News from NHTSA

Elon Musk's Influence On U.S. Government Efficiency

Elon Musk's appointment to lead a cost-cutting initiative raises concerns about conflicts of interest and regulatory impacts.

Top News · Nov 13, 2024

Elon Musk says he and Trump have 'mandate to delete' regulations. Ethics laws could limit Musk role

Choosing billionaire Elon Musk to be what President-elect Donald Trump calls “our cost cutter” for the U.S. government, is not the first time an American president has empowered a business tycoon to look for ways to dramatically cut federal regulations

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2024

Honda Recalls Some Gold Wings Because Crankshaft Bolt Could Break

American Honda is recalling 2018 through 2021 Gold Wings made between specific production dates because of a potential issue with the primary drive gear bolt on the crankshaft. Because all possible operating conditions were not considered when crafting this part, says Honda, it could break in operation and either cause…

RideApart · Nov 13, 2024

NHTSA Closes Probe Into 411,000 Ford Pickups Over Potentially Defective Engine

The probe on 411,000 Ford pickups and SUVs was closed by the NHTSA.

International Business Times · Nov 5, 2024

Headlights are too bright! But US experts say they’re not bright enough

Driver complaints about high beams are commonplace, though specialists say US roads need to be better lit

The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2024

Suzuki's Recalling a Bunch of Hayabusas For a Very Stupid Defect

Suzuki Motors USA filed a vehicle safety recall with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for all 2022 through 2024 Hayabusas sold in this country. The issue is a faulty rubber part inside the front brake master cylinder, which "causes an inappropriate reaction to brake fluid." 

RideApart · Oct 29, 2024

Honda Recalls 295k Vehicles Over Software Glitch Impacting Engines

Honda is recalling 295,000 models for a software glitch affecting the fuel injection electronic control unit that could cause engines to stall.

Kiplinger · Oct 24, 2024

Harley Is Recalling Some 2022-2024 Low Riders, Front Brake Issues

Harley-Davidson is recalling certain 2022 through 2024 Low Rider El Diablo and Low Rider ST motorcycles due to a brake line safety issue during assembly.

RideApart · Oct 23, 2024

Tesla Just Released Autopilot Crash Data. We Have Doubts

Tesla Autopilot safety report indicates steady improvement. But the reports are thin on details.

InsideEVs · Oct 22, 2024

Tesla Bet On 'Pure Vision' For Self-Driving. That's Why It's In Hot Water

Tesla was recently hit with a new federal investigation prompted by an incident when a Tesla on Autopilot killed a pedestrian in low visibility.

InsideEVs · Oct 22, 2024