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EquipmentJul 15, 20148,060 affected

Astrostart / Automate / Autostart and more recall: Electrical system

What is wrong

Directed, LLC (Directed) is recalling certain remote start systems and interface modules. The affected devices may experience a condition that may shut down the vehicle if the on/off button on a remote start, or phone system application is depressed while the engine is on and the vehicle brake is subsequently applied.

What could happen

An engine shut down while a vehicle is in motion increases the risk of a crash due to, among other things, a sudden loss of motive power and loss of power steering and braking capability. In addition, safety systems such as air bags are deactivated, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Directed will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2014. Owners may contact Directed at 1-888-770-7122.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
14E045000
Type
Equipment
Filed by
Directed, LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Jul 15, 2014
Owners notified
Jul 24, 2014
Vehicles or items affected
8,060
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
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Part
Electrical system › Software

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.