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Ford Recalls 420,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Seat Belts

June 9, 2026 by Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Ford Recalls 420,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Seat Belts

Ford is recalling nearly 420,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a seat belt issue that could increase the risk of injury in a crash. … [Read more...] about Ford Recalls 420,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Seat Belts

The Seat Belt’s Hall of Fame Induction is Long Overdue

October 30, 2025 by Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Seat Belt's Hall of Fame Induction is Long Overdue

The humble seat belt — one of the most important safety innovations in automotive history — is finally getting its due. … [Read more...] about The Seat Belt’s Hall of Fame Induction is Long Overdue

Sign This Petition to Remove Toxic Chemicals from Interiors

May 23, 2024 by Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Sign This Petition to Remove Toxic Chemicals from Interiors

Consumer Reports is calling on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to update its standards for flame-retardants used on auto upholstery, which have been shown to cause cancer. … [Read more...] about Sign This Petition to Remove Toxic Chemicals from Interiors

Jeep’s Roof, Roof, Roof is on Fire!

August 26, 2013 by Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) wants to know why headliners in the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee keep catching fire. It's opened an investigation into the matter after receiving complaints from vehicle owners. … [Read more...] about Jeep’s Roof, Roof, Roof is on Fire!

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