What is a non-safety vehicle recall?
A vehicle recall means that an automaker calls on a range of products with the intention to fix some minor manufacturing defects, replace a certain component which may not meet…
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Vehicle safety is a critical concern for any road user. ClearVin knows all about the topic, including vehicle safety ratings and car tips.
How to handle open vehicle recall?
To get started, let’s review what is an open recall. A motor vehicle recall occurs when a manufacturer (or the NHTSA) determines that a car has a safety-related defect. Also,…
Vehicle Inspection Vs. VIN History Report
The key to having a good buying experience at an auto auction is knowing what you’re getting, and getting what you want. But how can you do that if most…
The Vehicle Safety Recalls
A vehicle recall occurs when a manufacturer (or the NHTSA) determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal safety standard. A defect may…
How VIN decoding can prevent you from buying a stolen car
According to statistics, the majority of stolen cars are never recovered. Typically, there are two ways for thieves to release them. While older vehicles can be dismantled and sold as…
How the NHTSA manages manufacturer recalls
The National Highway Safety Administration, or NHTSA, works hard to administer safety recalls in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recalls are issued by the car…
Looking for a Key to Safety? Decode the Meaning of Your Vehicle’s VIN!
A vehicle identification number (VIN) is a unique 17-digit code assigned to a vehicle by its manufacturer. Those 17 symbols consist of numbers and Latin characters, all except for I,…
4 Reasons VIN Check is a Must for Used Car Buyers
Although buying a used car may help you save a significant amount of money, compared to what you would spend if you go for a new model; you couldn’t be…
4 Must-have Safety Features for Your Motorcycle
When it comes to designing motorcycles, rider safety is always a key concern. That is the reason all leading manufacturers are constantly embracing new technologies to equip their motorcycles with…
The Ultimate Used Car Buying Guide – So You Don’t End Up Owning a Lemon
The demand for used cars is on the rise, and the trend doesn’t seem to be dropping off any time soon. From private dealerships to online auctions, you will find…
