NHTSA Opens Cluster of New Vehicle Safety Investigations

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1. Sep 19, 2026

   Car Accident

   NHTSA Opens Multiple New Vehicle Safety Investigations

   Between late July and mid-September 2026, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened a series of separate investigations into potential vehicle defects, including driveshaft-to-rear-differential connection failure, lower lateral link detachment, timing belt failure, engine failure following a recall remedy, electronic brake module failure, intermittent brake loss in the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid, road debris damage to heat exchangers, and Tesla Cybercab FMVSS certification.

   Source: nhtsa.gov

2. Sep 18, 2026

   Car Accident

   NHTSA Opens Investigation Into Ford Maverick Hybrid Braking Loss, Plus Multiple Other Vehicle Probes

   NHTSA opened an investigation on August 24, 2026 into reports of intermittent loss of braking in the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid. In the surrounding weeks, NHTSA also opened separate investigations into engine failure following recall repairs, electronic brake module failures, loss of motive power, suspension lower lateral link detachment, timing belt failure, driveshaft-to-differential connection failure, heat exchanger damage from road debris, and Tesla Cybercab FMVSS certification.

   Source: nhtsa.gov

3. Sep 17, 2026

   Car Accident

   NHTSA Opens Multiple New Investigations, Including Ford Maverick Hybrid Brake Loss Probe

   Between July and September 2026, NHTSA opened a series of new investigations into vehicle safety issues, including intermittent loss of braking in the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid, engine failure after a recall remedy, driveshaft connection failure, and other component-related concerns. These investigations are in early stages and have not resulted in confirmed findings, recalls, or rulings.

   Source: nhtsa.gov