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Automated Vehicles for Safety
Learn about automated driving systems and the various levels of automation.
Comprehensive actions to increase underride protection announced
NHTSA issues final rule.
Child safety seat testing standards improved
Final rule on side impact protection issued.
Initial data on advanced vehicle technologies released
Data provide an important window into the operations of ADAS & ADS.
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Recalls
Takata Air Bags
Approximately 67 million Takata air bags have been recalled. This recall involves 19 automakers. | Recall Information
Ford
An issue with certain Escape, C-Max, Fusion, Transit Connect and Edge vehicles could prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear. | Recall Information
Goodyear
Certain tires, produced between 1996 and 2003, experienced a high rate of failure on RVs. | Recall Information
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