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"A large number of Manitoba vehicles on the road have unfixed safety recalls that may cause crashes, injuries and even death."  
 
Here is the article:  
 
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/manitobans-shocked-by-unfixed-vehicle-safety-recalls-1.3210340  
 
I checked the make and model on the Transport Canada website and was surprised to see 2 recalls on my newer model vehicle.  
 
http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/menu.aspx?lang=eng&WT.mc_id=l7ws4  
 
Just a heads up for anyone curious to find out if your vehicle has recalls that might potentially be dangerous.  
 

I'm not sure what CBC is trying get/prove here??  
 
Should there not be at least some onus on the owner to check for recalls on their vehicle? I know I have.

Trevor said "I'm not sure what CBC is trying get/prove here??     Should there not be at least some onus on the owner to check for recalls on their vehicle? I know I have. "

There's obviously a problem with recall notification. The last thing on my mind after purchasing a new vehicle is checking for recalls.  
 
It's all about consumer awareness and reminding people they might want to check their make and model.

how anyone can question this type of reporting,its a simple  
report,gets people checking,whats to question!!!

just found out my vehicle has 9 and I have not been notified. ouch

I wonder if MPI have ever denied a claim that was caused by an issue that was part of a safety recall.  
 
I imagine a private insurance company would certainly give it a try based on negligence.  
 

Easiest would be MPI to handle recalls. When you go to renew your insurance then they could have on record of a recall and ask for proof of repair. Our work truck has a recall on it yet when I call the dealership about getting it fixed parts are on back order and they don't know if or when parts will ever become available.

Fishin Guy said "Easiest would be MPI to handle recalls. When you go to renew your insurance then they could have on record of a recall and ask for proof of repair. Our work truck has a recall on it yet when I call the dealership about getting it fixed parts are on back order and they don't know if or when parts will ever become available. "

I think so too. With vehicles changing hands often, MPI has the only complete database of Manitoba vehicles.  
 

that no one knows who owns vehicles, not sure where it is lost. Our daughter had a car that was totalled she got paid out by MPIC but kept getting notices from GM that there was 2 or 3 recalls on it. They sent them monthly. She was no longer a registered owner. She never bought from GM so why did they send her notices. GM notice had no information how to contact them on the notice. I tried to find out how to let GM know but even the dealer couldn't help with that one.  
 
Recently, I had one come from Honda. I have not owned the Honda for 3 years. But luckily they had contact information on their notice. I could call, fax or email them information. It was easy to let them know I no longer owned it where I traded it and all that companies information. GM needs a lesson on how to inform them when no longer owning a vehicle.  
 
I too checked out my newer model vehicle and there is a recall on it. I bought it brand new and pretty sure I have not been notified of the recall. Seems another company Mazda is not up to the challenge of notifying owners.  
 
Oops to be fair to them it just was issued on the 21st of July. Maybe it is in the mail.

I received 2 recall notices from GM, contacted the dealership and they called me as soon as they had the parts in - only took a few weeks. No big deal.  
And my car is several years old.

A notice about a recall from my old grand prix about a plastic clip that my catch fire after awhile. have not had the car since 2012 when I purchased a KIA optima. I sold the GP to a friend and he doesn't get any notices about a recall. When I take my car in for service KIA checks for any recalls or service bulletins while I'm there. there have been computer updates but no recalls for my vehicle.

Not just in Manitoba....from what I understood...Canada wide . I also think owner & Sellars should check too.

I received a recall notice on my Dodge truck last week regarding faulty air bags. In the letter, they said they can't do anything about it at this time - I don't think they can get replacement air bags at this time because of the massive worldwide recall. Actually, in this case I think I would have preferred not to be notified if there is no solution available at this time.

Trevor said "I'm not sure what CBC is trying get/prove here??     Should there not be at least some onus on the owner to check for recalls on their vehicle? I know I have. "

Maybe a CBC investigative report is what it takes to kick start some of the dippers, as a Provincial election is on the horizon for 2016.  
 
Announced this morning:  
 
"Manitoba Minister promises to start 'clean up' on unfixed vehicle recalls"  
 
Ron Lemieux, Provincial Minister of Consumer Protection took his own vehicle in for servicing and was told about a recall. He admitted he read and listened to the CBC report.  
 
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/manitoba-minister-promises-to-start-clean-up-on-unfixed-vehicle-recalls-1.3211831  
 
Vehicle history report company CarProof is now offering free reports to Manitobans for the next two months. You'll need your VIN number.  
 
https://mb.carproof.com/  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Edited by Tarry, 2015-09-04 08:54:35

MPI (Your car insurance through Manitoba Public Insurance Company) should be checking on this stuff. They have the database...we don't.  
 
We have strict controls with the Province over many things, but maybe car recalls aren't a big deal.  
 
I'm just sorry that taxpayers are financing the half a million payout lifestyle of former MPI CEO's.  
 
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/mpi-ceos-retirement-package-near-5m-258415581.html  
 
This really makes me question the Provincial Government. Now they are paying attention to recalls once an investigative report came out.  
 
 
 
Edited by Tarry, 2015-09-04 11:27:10

Vehicle recalls are VIN based, not all same make and model cars are part of the recall!

I know it is a fun time to blame the NDP for everything, but I believe the main responsibility lies with Transport Canada. Federal legislation could, as in the US, compel manufacturers to contact owners on all recalls. The provincial NDP cannot enact legislation for Transport Canada.  
 
Where the provincial government can help, it to prevent a vehicle from being saftied if there are outstanding recall notices. This would be helpful when a vehicle changes hands, but would do little to help the original owner.  

I still stand by my original opinion.  
 
Everyone is saying the government should tell us and warn us about a recall on your vehicle, which is complete bull, and will only further drive up our rates for this new "service" you all want.  
 
The onus should be on the manufacturer first, then the owner. It's a 2 minute phone call to find out if there's any recalls on your vehicle. Or if you go to the dealership for your service (I do my own) they'll check when you're there.  
 
Like I said above, when I bought my truck, I stopped in at Kelleher's a few days after I bought it, gave them the VIN, and was out of there in 5 minutes knowing there weren't any recalls on my truck. Easy peasy.