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• Pedestrians Less Likely To Activate More Effective Types of Crosswalk Beacons: IIHS

  January 27, 2025

  Although drivers are more likely to yield to pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHBs) at crosswalks, pedestrians are less likely to activate them compared to rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs), which are more effective at getting traffic to slow or stop, researchers conclude.

• Ford Battery Recall Affects 272,000 Bronco, Maverick Vehicles: NHTSA

  January 24, 2025

  Federal officials have announced a new recall of 272,817 Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles, following 19 vehicle owners reporting continued battery problems after a previous recall repair failed to fix the issue.

• Jeep Recalls 63,000 Cherokee Vehicles Due to Damaged Powertrains: NHTSA

  January 23, 2025

  Over 1,000 Jeep Cherokee owners have reported issues with the power transfer unit, which can lead to problems with driving and parking the vehicle.

• Ford BlueCruise Issues Lead to Investigation After Deaths Linked to Driver Assistance System: NHTSA

  January 22, 2025

  An investigation into more than 120,000 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric cars with BlueCruise driver assistance technology could impact 2.5 million Ford and Lincoln vehicles.

• Fresenius Kabi Issues Ivenix Infusion Pump Software Update Letter: FDA

  January 17, 2025

  Federal health officials issued a Fresenius Kabi Ivenix Infusion Pump System early alert, after the manufacturer advised customers to immediately update the affected pump systems’ software to prevent severe patient injuries.

• VasoView HemoPro 2 Device for Coronary Bypass Surgeries Recalled After Injury Reports: FDA

  January 16, 2025

  Following at least seven reported injuries, the manufacturer is warning healthcare providers to carefully inspect VasoView HemoPro 2 systems, which may have faulty heater wires and silicone attachments.