The NHTSA is investigating approximately 1.73 million Honda Motor vehicles over reports of unexpected braking that could increase the risk of a collision. The U.S. transport safety regulator said it received 278 complaints that allege braking incidents “occurring with nothing obstructing the vehicle’s path of travel,” according to Driving. Of these, six allege a collision with minor injuries. The NHTSA is looking at the 2018 and 2019 Honda Accord, and 2017–2019 Honda CR-V. (Source: Driving.ca) Read the original story…
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