BMW recalling more than 196,000 cars in U.S. over potential fire risk
Tens of thousands of BMW vehicles, and some Toyotas, are being recalled due to an engine starter relay that can corrode, increasing the risk of a fire.
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Tens of thousands of BMW vehicles, and some Toyotas, are being recalled due to an engine starter relay that can corrode, increasing the risk of a fire.
There's a new recall linked to Takata air bags. At least one driver has been killed. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Improper installation of electrical component in affected cars could expose it to water, raising risk of "thermal event," the recall states.
It is the second recent recall for BMW, which earlier this month recalled nearly 400,000 vehicles over potentially dangerous airbags.
BMW says faulty airbags on some vehicles could rupture in a crash, spraying the driver and passengers with metal fragments.
General Motors projects subscription fees to bring in as much as $25 billion a year by 2030.
The Dodge muscle car topped the HLDI's list of top 20 most frequently stolen cars, beating out Kia thefts, despite viral trend.
Seven of the world's biggest car manufacturers are allying to develop a network of 30,000 high-powered charging systems.
More businesses are turning to subscription plans to get monthly revenue from consumers. One observer calls it "microtransaction hell."
Pelosi orders House committee chairs to draw up articles of impeachment; Exhibit shows a new side to civil rights icon Rosa Parks.
Germany has been a frequent target of President Trump's tweets. The president says the U.S. has a massive trade deficit with Germany. David Begnaud reports from a county in South Carolina where the view is different.
In April, BMW launched a car-sharing program in Seattle with plans to expand it to three more U.S. cities this year. GM and Daimler are also experimenting with their own versions, which is creating new questions for the industry and drivers. Tim Stevens, editor-in-chief of CNET's auto site Roadshow, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the evolving car-sharing industry.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 280,000 C-class cars because the rear lights can fail. And BMW is recalling more than 156,000 cars and SUVs because the engines can lose power or stall. It covers multiple models from 2010 to 2012. Jill Wagner has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
The carmaker plans to direct a hefty sum to its South Carolina plant, which produced almost 300,000 vehicles last year alone. Alexis Christoforus has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
Precision is key in many Olympic sports, and the American bobsled team has enlisted the help of engineers from BMW to redesign their bobsled and bobsledding uniforms so that they weigh less and move faster. Vinita Nair reports.
Leading into the the Olympics in Sochi, the U.S. two-man bobsled, luge and skeleton teams worked with world-renowned engineers to overhaul their equipment, hoping the high-tech tune ups will help snap long losing streaks. Danielle Elliot reports.
A new air bag defect has been found in 1.4 million BMW 3-Series cars. BMW says some owners should stop driving them.
He was apparently so upset that he deliberately pushed the luxury vehicle into a canal
But electric car maker isn't the only U.S. auto manufacturer to get low marks in annual driver survey
A Texas boy took his mom's new BMW on a joyride to his girlfriend's house. His livid mother went on a car chase to find him, and the ordeal was caught on camera.
"RIP to my brother," the 14-year-old's older sister wrote as she live-tweeted the car chase
Authorities are executing a search warrant at the New Jersey home of Kate McClure and Mark D'Amico, the couple accused of defrauding a homeless man after raising $400,000
The ban will impact about 20,000 luxury vehicles that may be at higher risk for catching fire while on the road
That's what a German magazine is reporting, but that country's carmakers are deeply embedded in the U.S.
The chief who steered the company through the diesel scandal will be replaced by VW brand head Herbert Diess
The impasse between the U.S. and Iran over control of the Strait of Hormuz continues amid a delicate ceasefire.
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
A cross-party effort caused two House members to resign on Tuesday, and the female lawmakers who helped lead that push told CBS News that additional members of Congress could face similar pressure.
The renovations at the Federal Reserve are the subject of a months-long criminal investigation.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
"People should try to drive less. They should try to conserve energies," Andy Walz told CBS News. "We should be doing that all the time. Energy's essential for people's lives, but we should conserve it."
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Omaha police fatally shot a woman they say kidnapped a young boy and slashed him across the face before killing her.
U.S. Southern Command posted aerial video on social media Tuesday showing a vessel bobbing in the water before being struck by a projectile and exploding.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
"People should try to drive less. They should try to conserve energies," Andy Walz told CBS News. "We should be doing that all the time. Energy's essential for people's lives, but we should conserve it."
Venezuelan oil shipped to the U.S. is providing relief from higher prices caused by the Iran war, according to a senior Chevron executive.
"People should try to drive less. They should try to conserve energies," Andy Walz told CBS News. "We should be doing that all the time. Energy's essential for people's lives, but we should conserve it."
Venezuelan oil shipped to the U.S. is providing relief from higher prices caused by the Iran war, according to a senior Chevron executive.
The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures.
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website.
Six in 10 Americans say they pay more than their fair share in taxes, recent polling shows. Only one-third believe they pay the right amount.
The renovations at the Federal Reserve are the subject of a months-long criminal investigation.
A cross-party effort caused two House members to resign on Tuesday, and the female lawmakers who helped lead that push told CBS News that additional members of Congress could face similar pressure.
U.S. Southern Command posted aerial video on social media Tuesday showing a vessel bobbing in the water before being struck by a projectile and exploding.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested Monday after a two-year investigation by local, state and medical authorities.
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
U.S. Southern Command posted aerial video on social media Tuesday showing a vessel bobbing in the water before being struck by a projectile and exploding.
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Typhoon Sinlaku came ashore on a chain of remote U.S. island territories in the Western Pacific, which includes Guam, on Tuesday. It was a super typhoon at the time.
Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
What started off as a simple way to promote music with some impromptu freestyling back in 2017 has turned into a critically acclaimed series showcasing artists big and small. Photojournalist Parrish Smith met the Washington, D.C., artist and crew behind the increasingly popular musical showcase "Front Porch Freestyles."
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning talk with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "Margo's Got Money Troubles." The two discuss what drew them to the project and their characters, and what it's like to work together again.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Money Issue." Featured: Obstacles to home ownership; fighting health insurance denials; Chinese EVs; opposition to AI data centers; American Girl dolls; skin care mogul Scarlett Johansson; roller coasters; the popularity of bingo!; and is your phone eavesdropping on you?
Founded in 1986, American Girl has created dolls, books and accessories that tell the stories of young girls in every American era. On the toy's 40th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie explores how making history come alive is also creating timeless bonds between generations that celebrate girlhood.
A new study found that a substantial amount of medical information provided by five popular artificial intelligence-driven chatbots is inaccurate and incomplete. One of the authors of the study, Nick Tiller joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Former AI company founder and CEO Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" to break down Anthropic's report about one of its AI models, Claude Mythos Preview. In the report, the company warned the program was "too powerful" to be released to the public and it worried about the program, which is designed to find security flaws in software, falling into the "wrong hands."
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, shared a personal blog post and photo of his family saying, "In the hopes that it might dissuade the next person from throwing a Molotov cocktail at our house, no matter what they think of me," following an attack outside his home last week. Altman suggested the incident was connected to the broader debate over AI, saying, "we should deescalate the rhetoric and tactics."
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Omaha police fatally shot a woman they say kidnapped a young boy and slashed him across the face before killing her.
The 20-year-old man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home made his first court appearance on Tuesday. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Two women spoke to CBS News' Nancy Cordes about their allegations against California Rep. Eric Swalwell as news emerges about his apparent misconduct.
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Brian Hooker, the husband of the Michigan woman missing in the Bahamas, told CBS News' Cristian Benavides that he "won't be able to stop looking" for his wife Lynette Hooker, and that he wants to believe she is still alive. Hooker was arrested last week in connection with her disappearance and released from police custody on Monday.
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The White House said more than 100 empty oil tankers are heading to ports in the U.S. to load up on American crude as the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz continues for a second day. For more, Jon Alterman, the director of the Center for Strategic and International Studies' Middle East Program, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Over 75 vehicles in Colorado were involved in a major pileup on Tuesday afternoon. At least 19 people were injured, and police have reported no fatalities. Heavy snow and strong winds created winter-like conditions at the time of the crash. Some footage does not have sound.
Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales officially resign from Congress; U.S. blockade of Iranian ports continues for second day.
The family of Ashly Robinson, better known online as Ashlee Jenae, is demanding answers after their daughter died during an overseas trip to Zanzibar with her fiancé. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
The 20-year-old man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home made his first court appearance on Tuesday. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.