GM Recalls Vehicles Over Seat Belt Failure That Increases Risk Of Personal Injury

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General Motors (GM) is recalling several new Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles over issues with the seat belts that can increase the risk of personal injury.  According to the report, the third rows in the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, Cadillac Escalade, and GMC Yukon vehicles come with backseat outboard seat belts that may not …

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Fatal Pedestrian Accident On I-5 Reportedly Under Investigation

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A pedestrian accident that took place on northbound I-5 resulted in the victim’s death, news outlets have reported.  The accident, which happened on Tuesday, is still under investigation. However, it was reported that at about 1:20 p.m., a 43-year-old truck driver traveling north on I-5 saw a woman run in front of the truck from …

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WSP Officials: Visibility Issues Behind Pasco Accident

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On our blog, we often report on auto recalls prompted by visibility issues. In these reports, we argue that non-working lights can be dangerous to both the driver of the defective car and those around them. While many of these recalled cars end up exposing drivers to risk, there are many other factors that end …

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After Two Fires, Hyundai Recall Genesis, G80 Vehicles

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Hyundai is recalling nearly 100,000 sedans over fire concerns. According to the automaker, the vehicles come with anti-lock-brake (ABS) systems that may experience a fire. Impacted units include the 2015 and 2016 Hyundai Genesis as well as the 2017 through 2020 Genesis G80.  The 94,646 vehicles can expose drivers and passengers to fires caused by …

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WSP: Two-Car Accident Provoked By Unsecured Load

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A crash caused by an unsecured load is reminding Washington drivers about the importance of taking the necessary precautions to avoid traffic accidents. A man from Mason County sustained injuries after swerving to avoid hitting a chair in the road, Washington State Patrol troopers told reporters. The 59-year-old man was traveling south on state Route …

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Visibility Issue In Nissan Sentras May Increase Accident Risk

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Nissan is recalling 800,000 Sentra sedans over brake lights that do not function as intended. According to the automaker, the vehicle comes with brake lights that might fail to illuminate when the driver taps the brake pedal. Impacted units include all 2016 through 2019 Sentra sedans sold in the United States.  The manufacturer reported that …

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Man Dies After Exiting His Disabled Car On I-5

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A man from Lynwood died after being struck on Interstate 5. He exited his disabled vehicle, which was stopped in the left lane of the interstate, and a second vehicle hit the disabled car and then the driver, according to Washington State Patrol.   According to WSP officials, mechanical issues caused the vehicle to block traffic …

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