Kia recalls over 200,000 vehicles because ABS Module May Short Circuit
February 25, 2020
Washington, D.C. – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
2010 Kia Sedona is one of the models being recalled.
New Vehicle Infotainment Systems Create Increased Distractions Behind the Wheel
January 3, 2018
Washington, D.C. – New vehicle infotainment systems take drivers’ eyes and attention off the road and hands off the wheel for potentially dangerous periods of time, according to new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
Drivers using in-vehicle technologies like voice-based and touch screen features were visually and mentally distracted for more than 40 seconds when completing tasks like programming navigation or sending a text message.
AAA Foundation study reveals in-vehicle technology takes one step forward, two steps back.
Consumer Reports selects Kia Sorento and Lexus RX as Best SUVs in 2016 Top Picks
March 16, 2016
Yonkers, NY – Seven new vehicles made Consumer Reports’ 2016 Annual Top Picks list—the Mazda MX-5 Miata, Kia Sorento, Toyota Sienna, Toyota Camry, Lexus RX, Honda Fit, and Ford F-150 — in each of their respective categories.
The redesigned Ford F-150 was named best Pickup Truck, thanks in part to its fuel economy, quiet and spacious cabin, and much-improved infotainment system. It’s Ford’s first win in the category since 1999 and its first overall Top Pick honor since 2012.
Consumer reports names Ford F-150 top pickup truck for first time in 17 years.
