A problem that’s been affecting various Hyundai and Kia models for a long time, failing connecting rod bearings are present in the Optima as well. The South Korean automaker is recalling 10,731 ...

2024 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport crossovers could be affected by a connecting rod bearing problem, which would lead to catastrophic engine damage. The recall notes there are only 2,018 ...

The General Motors family of large four cylinder engines, being the 2.0L turbo and 2.5L models in just about everything from the Chevrolet Malibu to the Cadillac CTS, are reportedly hindered by faulty ...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigation is looking into thousands of engine failures in an assortment of Acura and Honda vehicles. This includes the Acura ...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation opened a safety probe on Jan. 16 for an estimated 877,710 General Motors vehicles after receiving reports of ...

Hyundai built its modern reputation on competitive pricing, long warranties, and engines designed for everyday durability. That image started to crack when a widely used four-cylinder began failing in ...

When one Maryland owner of a 2017 Honda Pilot started her car earlier this year, a loud rattling sound signaled the beginning of an expensive nightmare. The car was diagnosed with rod bearing failure ...

A connecting rod is the mechanical link between the piston and the crankshaft. By design, connecting rods convert vertical motion into rotary motion, eventually yielding torque at the flywheel. By ...

It is generally acknowledged that connecting rod geometry, particularly center-to-center length, can have a material influence on a variety of engine conditions. These include specific relationships ...