CarDependability Staff 
Just in time for colder weather, owners of nearly 95,000 Hyundai Genesis and Genesis G80 sedans are being told to park outside. The guidance stems from a recall involving power-seat motors that can overheat and cause a fire while driving or parked. A repair is not yet available. Affected vehicles include certain 2015–2016 Hyundai Genesis … Read more
A pre-purchase inspection is a good idea before buying any used car. However, at $200 to $300 per vehicle, it’s not a service you should hire right away. In addition to running a vehicle history report, reviewing service records, and taking a thorough test drive, you can use these DIY used car inspection tips to … Read more
Volkswagen is recalling 22,524 ID.4 electric SUVs from the 2023–2026 model years because their high-voltage batteries could fail and cause a fire. Volkswagen filed the recall with NHTSA on September 30, 2026. Owners can refer to campaign number 26V630 or Volkswagen’s identifier: 93EX. The battery powers the vehicle’s electric motor. According to Volkswagen’s recall report, … Read more
Five inexpensive tools — a paint gauge, OBD2 scanner, penlight, tire gauges, and a multimeter — help you spot used-car trouble before you pay for a professional inspection.
Toyota has issued a RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid recall covering about 31,000 of its 2026 SUVs in the United States, warning that a hybrid-system fault can cause the vehicle to lose power while driving. The automaker announced the recall on October 7, 2026. The problem involves an electronic control unit, the computer that manages the plug-in … Read more
While Facebook Marketplace is a leading platform for used car transactions, it’s not the only one. With more than 400,000 active for-sale vehicle listings in the U.S. alone, Craigslist can be a great place to find a used car deal. But this approach requires buyer diligence to avoid scams or buying a lemon. Follow this … Read more
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) auctions thousands of used cars and trucks from its government fleet each year. These vehicles can be a great deal, but you need to know what you’re getting into. More: 35-Point Checklist: How to Inspect a Used Car Before You Buy
A clean listing and a quick test drive can hide accident repairs, worn tires, electrical faults, and title trouble. This 35-point checklist walks you through inspecting a used car, top to bottom, before you buy.
Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 208,724 Volkswagen and Audi SUVs because a steering bolt may corrode and break. The recall covers certain Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen Atlas, and Audi Q3 vehicles. If the bolt fails, the steering rack housing can break, potentially causing a loss of steering control. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) … Read more
A recall letter can tell Ford owners what’s wrong with their vehicle without telling them when it can be fixed. A study of federal recall records shows how long that wait can be, though Ford says the findings exclude many repairs available much sooner. The Hearn Law Firm analysis, based on National Highway Traffic Safety … Read more