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Used BMW X1: ABS warning lamp does not illuminate at start-up (2018–2022)
The ABS telltale does not light up in the instrument cluster at start-up, so a driver cannot confirm the ABS self-check ran…
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Used BMW 1 Series: PCV valve heater short circuit (N52/N52K engines) (2008–2013)
On vehicles with the N52 or N52K six-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem can cause the PCV valve heater (blow-by heater) to short…
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Used BMW 5 Series: Aftermarket steering centre rod pull-force defect (1996–2004)
Certain aftermarket Lemförder steering centre rods sold for E39 5-Series vehicles may have insufficient ball pin pull force, which can allow the…
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Used Jeep Patriot: Multi-model FCA recall applicability (2010–2014)
This campaign spans several Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models including the Patriot; applicability is determined by VIN rather than model year alone.
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Used Jeep Gladiator: Electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring (2021–2025)
The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may be affected on certain Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles, which can affect power steering assist.
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Used Jeep Commander: Transfer case controller failure (2006–2010)
On full-time four-wheel-drive models the transfer case controller can fail, which can cause the transfer case to shift into or out of…
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Used Subaru Outback: Incompatible replacement air bag control module (2016–2017)
A replacement air bag control module may have been installed that is not compatible with the vehicle, which can affect restraint system…
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Used Subaru Crosstrek: Hybrid 12-volt supply harness terminal corrosion (2019–2022)
On Crosstrek Hybrid models, the harness terminal supplying low-voltage power from the converter to the 12-volt battery can corrode and eventually break,…
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Used Subaru Impreza: Brake lamp switch failure (2008–2016)
The brake lamp switch can fail, which means the brake lights do not come on when the brakes are applied — and…
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Used Mazda RX-8: Passenger frontal air bag inflator degradation (2004–2011)
Long-term exposure to heat and humidity can degrade the propellant in the passenger frontal air bag inflator, so it can deploy with…