Center for Auto Safety

10/08/2026

Did you know that some connected cars could be sharing your data beyond the purposes of safety? On the podcast we discuss a new study that looks into what data is collected from drivers, how it's shared, and with whom. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3215598/

10/06/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving visibility issues, seat belts, air bags, and more. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. Ford Motor Company, various Ford vehicles (2025-2027): exterior lighting may fail. 41,748 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V606

2. General Motors, LLC various Chevrolet and GMC vehicles (2016-2017): air bag inflator endcap may detach, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. 1,559 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V611

3. General Motors, LLC Cadillac OPTIQ (2025-2027): a closing window that does not reverse as expected can pinch a passenger before retracting. 29,347 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V612

4. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC, Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2024-2026): rear subframe may crack, which can reduce structural integrity, and/or diminish handling and control. 1,073 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V613

5. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC Land Rover Defender (2024): seat belt may be improperly stitched, and may fail to properly restrain an occupant. 371 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V615

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

10/02/2026

Phil Koopman joins us on the podcast again to dispel more autonomous vehicle safety myths! This time we discuss crash injuries across miles driven by AVs, and also touch on remote operators, poor human driver baselines, selective reporting, and other issues. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3197215/

10/01/2026

To avoid auto accidents, quick reactions are essential! Remote assistance isn't likely to give those critical split-second responses when needed, and we're joined by Phil Koopman to discuss this (and other robotaxi limitations) on the podcast. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3197215/

09/29/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving visibility issues, loss of steering control, and loss of drive power. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. Rivian Automotive, LLC, Rivian R1S (2022-2027), R1T (2022-2026), and R2 (2027): obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle. 98,828 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V597

2. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing, various Lexus and Toyota vehicles (2026): loss of steering control from cracked steering knuckle. 617 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V598

3. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC, various Land Rover and Jaguar vehicles (2019-2024): loss of drive power from DC-DC converter failure. 23,677 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V599

4. Ford Motor Company, Ford Ranger (2026): rearview camera image may not display reduces the driver’s view behind the vehicle. 11,405 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V605

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

Learn about car recalls & the safety of your vehicle. Get help from Center for Auto Safety members & public records.

09/25/2026

In Denver, an empty Waymo drove through a farmer's market, and we discuss the incident and Waymo's disappointing response on the podcast. We also ask if US automakers are doing enough to protect pedestrians, and why are hotlines for self-driving operators of autonomous vehicles unreliable? https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3176772/

09/24/2026

AI has made its way into safety tech, and with billions of dollars in investment, why are those in the industry crying doom and gloom? Also on the podcast, we explore pedestrian safety, hotlines for self-driving operators, and a Waymo on the loose! https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3176772/

09/22/2026

We’re here to bring your attention to recalls involving visibility issues, loss of steering control, engine stalls, and more. See below for more info with our weekly Recall Roundup, a list of new auto recalls that may affect the safety of you or your loved ones:

1. General Motors, LLC various Buick and Chevrolet models (2024-2026): rearview camera may display distorted or blank image. 306,511 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V539

2. Ford Motor Company, Ford Bronco (2026): bracket may tear side curtain air bag. 2,711 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V580

3. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC), various Jeep models (2022-2026): roof rack crossbars may detach and cause a road hazard. 97,349 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V584

4. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Volkswagen Tiguan (2025): body control module may reset unexpectedly, and can result in engine stalls, loss of lights, and camera system failure. 49,958 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V587

5. Hyundai Motor America, Hyundai Ioniq 9 (2026): power rear seats may trap a person. 5,360 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V588

6. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. various Audi and Volkswagen vehicles (2018-2021): loss of steering control from bolt failure. 208,724 vehicles potentially affected. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V590

No one should have to be worried about an unsafe car. Let the Center for Auto Safety keep you informed on safety and maintenance issues with YOUR car. Find out more: https://www.autosafety.org/vehicle-safety-check/

Learn about car recalls & the safety of your vehicle. Get help from Center for Auto Safety members & public records.

09/18/2026

We talk more about stranded Waymos and their cost to tax payers on the podcast. Plus, we delve into the need for improved crash dummies, issues with GM's "child reminder" software, European safety enforcement, and more. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3158907/

09/17/2026

In the latest episode of the podcast, Waymo finds itself in a pickle, where they don't have enough computing power to efficiently operate their autonomous vehicles. Additionally, we discuss the lack of new and improved crash dummies in the US, another counterfeit air bag fatality, and more. https://rss.com/podcasts/autosafety/3158907/