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Hyundai Recalls 239,000 Cars Due To Exploding Seat Belt Parts Hyundai Recalls 239,000 Cars Due To Exploding Seat Belt Parts
Hyundai Recalls 239,000 Cars Due To Exploding Seat Belt Parts Nearly a quarter million vehicles are being subject to a recall due to potentially exploding seat belt parts that could pose a risk to drivers and passengers. Hyundai announced that it will be recalling approximately 239,000 vehicles due to seat belt pretensioners that potentially could pose an explosion risk following complaints of at least three injuries - including two in the US - according to officials. Related story - Hyundai Issues Recall For 215K Midsize Cars Due To Leaky Fuel Hose The latest recall expands on previous recalls and includes 2019 through 2022 Accents (61,000 vehicles)…

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by Zak Failla
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Buckle Up: Police Cracking Down On Unsafe Seatbelt Practices In State Parks Buckle Up: Police Cracking Down On Unsafe Seatbelt Practices In State Parks
Buckle Up: Police Cracking Down On Unsafe Seatbelt Practices In State Parks New York State Police will soon begin to crack down on improper and unsafe seatbelt use throughout state parks. “BUNY in the Parks” is an enforcement and educational campaign implemented by New York State Police, the New York State Park Police and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee. Its goal is to help ensure that visitors of state parks are buckling up and staying safe. The campaign is also intended to teach the importance of properly securing younger visitors in approved child safety seats. This year’s campaign will run from Saturday, July 13 through Monday, Aug. 12, officials say. …

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by Valerie Musson