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GM Ultium Charger Problems: What EV Owners Need to Know

Posted by Howard Gutman | Nov 16, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you bought a home charger for your GM electric vehicle, you might be experiencing some frustrating and potentially dangerous issues. You're not alone – and a recent class action lawsuit is shedding light on widespread problems with the GM Ultium charger that many owners are dealing with right now...

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2022–2024 Volkswagen Taos: Dangerous Fuel Pump Defect

Posted by Howard Gutman | Nov 15, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you drive a 2022, 2023, or 2024 Volkswagen Taos, you might be dealing with something far worse than typical VW Taos engine problems or minor VW Taos reliability problems. Hundreds of owners nationwide are reporting the same frightening issue: fuel leaking from their vehicle, strong gasoline smells inside the cabin, and being unable to fill up their tank. This isn't just an inconvenience – it's a safety hazard. And these issues are now at the center of a major federal class action lawsuit against Volkswagen...

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2022–2023 VW Taos Head Gasket Problems

Posted by Howard Gutman | Nov 15, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you own a 2022 or 2023 Volkswagen Taos, you might be dealing with a frustrating problem that's affecting drivers nationwide. Many Taos owners are reporting coolant loss, overheating, warning lights that won't go away, and engine troubles – all pointing to the same issue: a leaking head gasket...

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2020–2024 GMC Terrain Fuel Pump: Class Action Lawsuit [November 2025 Update]

Posted by Howard Gutman | Nov 14, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you drive a 2020–2024 GMC Terrain, there's something you need to know. A serious GMC Terrain fuel pump problem has sparked a nationwide class action lawsuit GMC Terrain owners are fighting. Drivers are reporting scary situations – their SUVs suddenly stalling, losing power on the highway, or just refusing to start. This isn't happening to just a few unlucky people. It's widespread enough that owners filed a GMC Terrain class action (Kerr et al. v. General Motors) after GM's limited recall didn't actually fix anything...

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12V Battery Subaru Solterra Problems: Recall, Warranty, Lawsuit…

Posted by Howard Gutman | Oct 16, 2025 | 0 Comments

The 2023–2025 Subaru Solterra was designed to lead Subaru’s entry into the electric vehicle market, promising reliability and innovation. Yet, hundreds of owners have found themselves stranded because of a far less advanced part of the car — the Solterra 12V battery. Reports of Subaru Solterra problems related to dead auxiliary batteries are mounting, leading to widespread frustration, online discussions, and now, a Solterra battery issues class action lawsuit...

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Toyota bZ4X 2023–2025: 12V Battery Problems

Posted by Howard Gutman | Oct 12, 2025 | 0 Comments

The Toyota bZ4X 2023–2025 was supposed to mark Toyota’s confident entry into the all-electric era — a modern EV built for reliability. Yet, hundreds of owners are reporting the opposite experience: repeated Toyota bZ4X 12V battery failures that can leave the vehicle completely dead, even when the main battery is fully charged. Across the U.S., frustrated drivers are discovering that the 12-volt auxiliary battery — a small component powering the electronics and starting system — is failing prematurely. Without it, the car won’t even “wake up.” The result? Drivers stranded in driveways, parking lots, and on the road, forced to pay for bZ4X battery replacement, towing, and lost time...

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Handle Storage Company Claims and Problems

Posted by Howard Gutman | Oct 12, 2025 | 0 Comments

Many people have problems with storage companies.  They up the price, hold goods, impose extra charges and threaten to sell precious things.  With the right approach, you can sidestep the nasty local representative and frequently get a senior person interested in solving your problem.  2. ...

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Nissan Engine Recall: Turbo Hose Recall 2025

Posted by Howard Gutman | Sep 19, 2025 | 0 Comments

In 2025, Nissan drivers across the country were hit with alarming news: a Nissan engine recall was announced for popular models including the Rogue, Altima, and Infiniti QX50. This Nissan Rogue recall 2025 highlights defects in turbocharged engines that could leave unsuspecting drivers stranded, or worse, facing dangerous situations on the road...

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Nissan Class Action Lawsuit: Engine Defect in Rogue, Altima & Infiniti QX50

Posted by Howard Gutman | Sep 19, 2025 | 0 Comments

For thousands of Nissan and Infiniti owners across the United States, a highly touted piece of technology has turned into a nightmare. The Nissan class action lawsuit engine defect is making headlines, and for good reason: engines are failing, drivers are left stranded, and owners are learning that Nissan may have concealed problems with its Variable Compression Turbo (“VC-Turbo”) engines...

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New Update: Lincoln Corsair Backup Camera Recall Expands in 2025

Posted by Howard Gutman | Sep 18, 2025 | 0 Comments

Owners of the 2020–2022 Lincoln Corsair are facing yet another troubling update. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Ford Motor Company have announced a new Lincoln Corsair recall related to the SUV’s backup camera system, adding to a growing list of complaints about the vehicle’s reliability. This time, the issue is not about software glitches, but a hardware defect that strikes at the very safety features designed to protect drivers and pedestrians. For many owners already struggling with blank or distorted screens, the announcement only confirms what they have been experiencing for years: their Lincoln backup camera is not working, and the fixes so far have not solved the problem...

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Handling Storage Facility Problems Part 2

Posted by Howard Gutman | Sep 03, 2025 | 0 Comments

Storage companies can be arrogant, demeaning and dictatorial.  However, some knowledge of the law can put you on an equal footing. 1. Check with a lawyer  You have a 1,500 storage dispute.  Perhaps a lawyer can't handle the claim but could provide a helpful consultation for $50. Remember rely upo...

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Kia Niro Camera problem

Posted by Howard Gutman | Aug 31, 2025 | 0 Comments

By David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Posted in Recalls Kia Niro EVs Recalled For Backup Camera Failures July 2, 2025 — More than 11,300 Kia Niro electric vehicles are recalled because of backup camera problems. The recalled 2020-2022 Kia Niro EVs are equipped with circuit boards for the rearview cameras that may become damaged and cause backup camera image failures. The problem was discovered in December 2024 during a routine review of field data which showed a problem with rearview camera warranty replacement claims for 2022 Niro electric vehicles. Kia engineers and the supplier inspected the backup cameras that had been replaced Seven of nine rearview cameras showed signs of damage to various printed circuit board components possibly due to voltage surges. But no damage was found in the other two cameras. Eventually engineers saw a voltage surge related to a 10.25-inch touchscreen display, and Kia determined the display screen could appear blank or green. Niro EV backup camera failures are caused by damage from voltage surges in the rearview camera power circuits.

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2024–2025 Mazda CX-90: Brakes Squeaking Problem

Posted by Howard Gutman | Aug 31, 2025 | 0 Comments

The 2024 and 2025 Mazda CX-90 was introduced as Mazda’s flagship SUV – marketed as a family-friendly, premium alternative in the midsize SUV segment. But instead of luxury and confidence, many owners are reporting the same troubling issue: brakes squeaking, juddering, and vibrating, often within the first thousand miles of ownership. Dozens of complaints from forums, news articles, and now a Mazda class action lawsuit reveal that the problem is not isolated. The issue affects brand-new vehicles, yet as of now, there are no official Mazda CX-90 recalls for the brakes...

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Mistakes Consumers Representing Themselves Make

Posted by Howard Gutman | Aug 28, 2025 | 0 Comments

You have a service plan, represented to cover engine or transmission problem, your engine fails and the company rejects the claim.  You call and they point to some obscure provision in the contract they say precludes your claim.  You want to represent yourself, one lawyer quoted a significant fee...

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Tribal Loans Online and Excessive Interest Rates: NJ Consumers Can Now Take Lenders to Court

Posted by Howard Gutman | Aug 23, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you’ve been caught by online tribal loans, tribal payday loans, or tribal loans for bad credit, you're not alone and you're not trapped forever. In New Jersey, these loans often come with staggering interest rates that far exceed legal limits, but there’s hope: a recent court decision now gives NJ borrowers a clear path to being heard and potentially compensated...

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Excessive Fees on Online Payday Loans: New Court Ruling Opens the Door for NJ Consumers to File Claims

Posted by Howard Gutman | Aug 23, 2025 | 0 Comments

When money is tight, many New Jersey residents turn to online payday loans and other credit loans online as a quick fix. These loans often promise fast cash, but what many borrowers don’t realize until it’s too late is how quickly the fees pile up. A recent federal court decision involving GreatPlains Finance has changed the landscape — giving NJ consumers the power to take legal action against lenders who charge excessive consumer loan interest rates...

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Mazda Class Action Lawsuit: Mazda Valve Stem Seal Settlement

Posted by Howard Gutman | Jul 06, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you own a 2021 or 2022 Mazda, you may have seen the Mazda check engine light or the dreaded “engine light on Mazda” dashboard warning. What you might not know is that these issues are at the heart of a major Mazda class action lawsuit and a recently approved Mazda valve stem seal settlement – one of the most significant legal actions affecting Mazda owners in recent years...

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Low Engine Oil Level Mazda Recall: What You Need to Know

Posted by Howard Gutman | Jul 05, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you own a 2021 or 2022 Mazda – especially a Mazda CX-5, Mazda3, Mazda6, CX-30, or CX-9 – this is essential reading. A widespread and frustrating problem has emerged: low engine oil level warnings and excessive oil consumption. Many owners are seeing the dreaded “Low Engine Oil Level” message, the Mazda check engine light, or specific codes like DTC P250F:00, often long before their next scheduled oil change. Here’s what’s really happening, what Mazda is (and isn’t) doing, and how you can protect your rights...

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