In a recent development, Nissan has announced a recall of over 80,000 LEAF EVs in the U.S. due to the risk of unintended acceleration. The recall is a result of a problem with the vehicle control module software, which can cause sudden acceleration after exiting cruise control or even lead to the electric motor stopping while driving. While the recall affects several Nissan models globally, in the U.S., only the 2018 through 2022 model LEAF EVs are affected. Nissan plans to install updated … [Read more...] about 80,000 Nissan Leaf EVs Recalled over Risk of Unintended Acceleration
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Tesla Unintended Acceleration
Tesla has often touted itself as the safest car on the market and even received the highest possible safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. However, a new claim by Tesla owners looks to shatter that safety record with reports of Tesla unintended acceleration. Tesla Cars Accelerate on Their Own Owners are alleging a common occurrence deemed Unintended Acceleration - the basic premise being without any touch from a user their car quickly speeds to a high MPH … [Read more...] about Tesla Unintended Acceleration