Nissan is recalling 807,376 Sentra compact sedans in the U.S. and 46,737 in Canada over a defect that may prevent the brake light from illuminating which could increase the risk of a crash. A Nissan spokesperson said the brake-light switch may become contaminated with off-gassing from silicon based grease used in neighboring components. Silicon dioxide buildup may lead to open circuit issues, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake light from illuminating.
Mar 2021
2021 FCA Canada Fleet Ordering
Due to the overwhelming order condition FCA Canada Fleet has experienced, FCA now has more unscheduled orders available than remaining 2021 Model Year fleet allocation. It is strongly recommended that any remaining 2021MY orders be submitted immediately to be considered for 2021MY production. Scheduling for 2021MY orders will continue for the next 30-45 days after which time FCA will have a better grasp of which orders will be prioritized for build during the 2021MY.
FCA will advise at a future date if any orders will not be built and if they need to be re-submitted as a 2022 Model at that time. (Anticipated 2022MY Order Timing is mid-May.)
Mar 2021
Top U.S. Utilities Collaborate to Build EV Charging Stations
American Electric Power, Dominion Energy Inc., Duke Energy Corp., Entergy Corp., Southern Co., and the Tennessee Valley Authority unveiled a plan to connect major highway systems across the U.S. with EV fast chargers. The territories being covered would stretch from the South and Gulf regions to the Midwest and Central Plains. “The path to cleaner transportation is a robust charging infrastructure along the nation’s major highways,” said Lang Reynolds, director of electrification strategy for Duke Energy. “Range anxiety is a barrier to more EV adoption. This coalition can erase those obstacles and help deliver the benefits of EV ownership to consumers.”
Mar 2021
Volvo to be Electric-Only
Volvo announced on Tuesday that the automaker intends to be an electric-only brand by 2030. CEO Hakan Samuelsson foresees Volvo selling its last gasoline-electric hybrid in 2029 and expects its final diesel to be sold well before that. Volvo also intends to have these EVs only available for purchase via their online store while not affecting their global retail network. Key changes anticipated are set pricing by Volvo and faster delivery timelines.
Feb 2021
2021 FCA Canada Fleet Final Order Dates
FCA Canada, Inc. has been experiencing high demand on many 2021MY RAM models, specifically ProMaster Vans and RAM 4500/5500 Chassis Cab Configurations which has created an “over-order” situation on these models for the remainder of 2021 MY. Despite this over-order situation, ordering does remain open for the time being to allow for changes to existing vehicle orders and cancelations. A reminder that being able to submit orders does not constitute a commitment to build by FCA Canada Inc.
The following are estimated order cut-off dates:
March 3, 2021
Jeep Compass (MP)
April 5, 2021
Jeep Gladiator (JT)
Jeep Wrangler (JL)
Jeep Cherokee (KL)
Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK)
Chrysler Grand Caravan (RU)
Chrysler Pacifica (RU)
RAM 1500 Classic Pickup (DS)
RAM 1500 (DT)
RAM 2500 (DJ), 3500 (D2,DD,DF) & 4500/5500 (DP)
ProMaster City (VM)
ProMaster Vans (including CC, Cutaway) (VF)
Jeep Renegade (BV) and Fiat 500X (FD)
August 5, 2021
Chrysler 300 (LX)
Dodge Charger (LD) & Challenger (LA)
Charger Enforcer Police (LDDE48, LDEE48)
2021 RAM Truck Order Cut Offs (U.S)
Due to the overwhelming demand and success of the 3-time MotorTrend Truck of the Year, Stellantis Fleet must announce the early cut off of the RAM 1500(DT), RAM 2500(DJ), RAM 3500(D2/DD/DF), RAM 4500/550(DP) effective Monday, March 1, 2021.
Stellantis Fleet will attempt to accommodate all orders placed by Monday, March 1, 2021, however, cannot guarantee production nor offer price protection. 2022 Model year ordering will open in the near future, date TBD.
Feb 2021
Ford Recalling 88,000 F-Series Trucks
Ford Motor Co. issued a recall for nearly 88,000 2021 model year F-Series trucks with improperly bonded windshields that could detach during an accident. The recall covers F150s built at the Dearborn Plant from Oct. 27, 2020 to Feb. 3, 2021 as well as Super Duty Pickups produced at the Kentucky Plant from Oct. 13, 2020 to Jan. 23, 2021.
Feb 2021
Toyota Suspends Output
Production at nine plants in Japan has been stopped this week due to supply chain disruptions caused by a weekend earthquake that rattled the northeast portion of the country. Toyota has not disclosed the number of units that will be affected or when operations will resume. It is projected that the nameplates affected will include the Toyota RAV4, C-HR, and Harrier crossovers along with the Lexus LS, IS, RC, LC, LX, NX, UX, and RX.
Feb 2021
1.3 Million Vehicle Loss From Microchip Shortage
Supply chain issues have led to vehicle assembly cutbacks at Stellantis, Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Subaru, VW, and Daimler. Global forecasts announced cuts north of 680k vehicles. AutoForecast Solutions forecasts that number could grow to 1.3 million as other auto plants and supply chains run out of microchips.
Manufacturers are scaling production due to the shortage. Cabin amenities, driver comfort, and connectedness are becoming as important for competitiveness as durability and towing capacities, as they all require these microchips.
Subaru Outback Cutoff
After February 19th, Subaru will no longer be accepting MY21 Outback orders. All orders must be in house by close of business on the 19th. Updates will be provided if option/color combinations become unavailable before the established cutoff date. MY22 Legacy and Outback pricing will be available toward the end of March with deliveries in June.
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