OEM NEWS
Nissan recalls vehicles over fire risk Nissan has recalled approximately 240,000 cars and SUV’s worldwide due to the potential risk of fire caused by faulty seals in the pump. There are 19,761 affected vehicles in Canada. The OEM is warning drivers that if they see the anti-lock brake warning for more than ten seconds after starting the engine, they should be advised to park their vehicle outside and away from other vehicles and structures. The anti-lock brake pump has the potential to leak fluid onto a circuit board, which would result in an electrical short and increase the risk of fire. Nissan estimates that 56 percent of the
An Infiniti QX60s. The model is one of several Nissan vehicles to be recalled over a problem with the anti-lock brake pump.
vehicles being recalled have the problem. Nissan Muranos were previously recalled for the same issue in 2016.
The recall includes certain 2015-2017 Muranos, 2016 and 2017 Maximas, 2017 and 2018 pathfinders and 2017 Infiniti QX60s.
Chrysler scuttles 300, announces new model 2019 will be the last for the Chrysler model 300. In 2020, the downsized Chrysler brand will make room for a new member of the family – the sleek new Portal fully electric minivan will be available for purchase in 2020. This electric van includes an almost all glass roof, and in later models will feature a retractable steering wheel when self-driving mode is engaged. The 2020 model will likely not have this technology available, however the Portal has no shortage of connectivity tech. Although Chrysler says it is going to share a likeness to the Pacifica in design, the Portal will feature a unique reconfigurable interior and sliding French doors throughout. The Portal is reportedly based off the popular concept which Chrysler debuted in the 2017 at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The Chrysler 300 is currently built in FCA’s Brampton, Ontario plant, however there is
The Chrysler Portal will arrive on North American roads in the 2020 model year.
no word yet on where manufacturing of the Portal will take place. This begs the question of what will become of employment at the Brampton plant beyond next year. Rumors
surrounding assembly space for another vehicle at the Windsor plant have surfaced as a distinct possibility, threatening the future of employment for the west end plant.
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