The Latest Breaking News from NHTSA

Here's How The Tesla Cybertruck Holds Up In A Crash Test

A drone pilot released pictures from a flyover revealing a crash-tested Tesla Cybertruck at Gigafactory Texas.

InsideEVs · Oct 2, 2023

US expands probe into Ford engine failures to include two motors and nearly 709,000 vehicles

U.S. auto safety investigators have expanded a probe into Ford Motor Co. engine failures to include nearly 709,000 vehicles

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2023

Drive a Hyundai or Kia? See if your car is one of the nearly 3.4 million under recall for fire risks

Nearly 3.4 million Hyundai and Kia vehiclesin the U.S. are under recall due to the risk of engine compartment fires

The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2023

Chevrolet Bolt EUV Charging Cords Recalled Over Electric Shock Risk

According to GM, “these charging cords contain incorrect software and may fail to discontinue charging if the ground connection is lost.”

InsideEVs · Sep 8, 2023

Feds Claim 52M Airbags From 12 Automakers Are Unsafe, Recall Possible

NHTSA alleges that the airbag inflators could rupture during deployment.

Motor1 · Sep 5, 2023

Recall: Some 2018-2023 Harley Softails Could Have Rear Shock Hardware Break

Certain 2018 through 2023 Harley-Davidson Softail models are being recalled due to a fastener used on the rear shock adjuster that could impact rider safety.

RideApart · Aug 31, 2023

A fatal Ohio crash has some asking why most school buses still don't have seat belts

Several states now require lap-and-shoulder belts on all new school buses purchased. But most states have no such requirement.

WEKU · Aug 31, 2023

Police Spare Tesla CEO Elon Musk From Fine Over Illegal Livestream While Driving

Palo Alto police have decided not to fine Tesla CEO Elon Musk over the illegal livestream of FSD V12.

InsideEVs · Aug 31, 2023

Tesla allowing no-hands driving with Autopilot for longer periods and US regulators have questions

The government has been investigating Autopilot for crashing into emergency vehicles parked on freeways, as well as hitting motorcycles and crossing tractor-trailers.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 30, 2023

Tesla Receives Special Order From NHTSA Concerning Autopilot Probe

It’s unclear if the Austin-based EV maker complied with the deadline, but the letter states that failure to do so can result in fines of up to $26,315 per day.

InsideEVs · Aug 30, 2023