Mercedes has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 1998 through 2003 Mercedes M Class vehicles.  They stated that the hose clamp used to secure the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.

The loss of power steering fluid may result in diminished power steering over time and ultimately  can damage the power steering pump.  This could result in a loss of control and a crash without warning.

An earlier recall repair performed on these vehicles may not be sufficent to prevent a future leakage or failure of the power steering hose connection.  Since it is not possible through inspection to identify specific vehicles that may not have been properly repaired, all the vehicles repaired prior to November 15, 2003, will be repaired again.  The recall is expected to begin October 2008.  Owners may contact mercedes at 1-800-367-6372.

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GM has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 - 2009 Saturn Vue.  Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump may loosen.  If this were to occur, there may be a power steering fluid leak.

The fluid could contact hot exhaust components resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.   Dealers will inspect the nut securing the power steering line to the power steering pump.  If there are no signs of a fluid leak, dealers will tighten the nut.  If a fluid leak is present, dealer will tighten the nut and check the fluid level.  This recall is expected to begin during September 2008.  Owners may contact Saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or go to mygmlink at http://www.gm.com/recall.

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Triumph has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 Sprint ST Motorcycles.  They stated that there is a possibility that the single bolt that is used in the 3 positions on the rear suspension drag link assembly can become brittle and fracture.  The bolts are involved are the (1) drag link to drop link bolt, (2) drag link to frame bolt, and (3) drop link to rear suspensions unit bolt.

The head of the bolt may detatch causing the drag link assembly to come apart resulting in loss of rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.  Dealers will remove and discard the 3 bolts and replace them with new bolts.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-539-8782.

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Jaguar has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2009 Jaguar XF.  They stated that the rear safety belt D ring assembly may not rotate properly around the safety belt anchorage mounting bolt.  If the assembly is not held together when tightening, the D ring and/or washer can separate from the shoulder of the spacer, allowing these parts to be partially clamped by the spacer, forming a burr on either the d ring or the washer and subsequently limiting proper rotation of the D ring.

In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.  Dealers will inspect the outboard rear safety belt D ring and, if necessary, the D ring assembly will be removed and any burrs on the D ring or washer filed flat.  The D ring assembly will then be reinstalled to correct the condition.  The recall is expected to begin or or before August 25 2008.  Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

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GM has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2003 Hummer H2.  They stated some of these vehicles have a condition in which water can enter the windshield wiper motor module.  If a sufficient amount of water enters the module, over time, the front windshield wipers may work intermediately or the may become inoperative.

If this were to occur, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.  Dealers will inspect the windshield wiper module cover, and replace the windshield wiper module cover free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact Hummer at 1-800-732-5493 or go to mygmlink at http://www.gm.com/recall.

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GM has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008 Chevrolet HHR Wagon.   They stated the recall was due to a problem with the storage bin latch.  During testing, a storage bin in the top center of the instrument panel failed to remain closed as required by Federal safety standards.

GM said owners of the HHR wagon affected by this recall would be sent a latch reinforcement and instructions for how to replace it.  Owners also may be  allowed to bring their vehicles into their local Chevrolet dealer and have them install the part.

GM said this recll is to start in November 2008.  Owners may contact Chevrolet with any questions at 1-800-630-2438 or on the internet at http://www.gm.com/recall.

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