Brought
to you by:
Brought
to you by:

NHTSA Issues New Recalls for Volkswagen, Jeep, Nissan, Honda, Ferrari, Ford and Hyundai Vehicles

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced several new recalls involving vehicles and motorcycles from multiple manufacturers.

  • Volkswagen recall 26V138: Affects 2025-2026 Volkswagen Jetta models. The issue is a loose transmission ground wire that may cause a fire.
  • Jeep recall 26V141: Affects 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S models. The issue is a liftgate hinge cover that may detach.
  • Nissan recall 26V145: Affects 2026 Nissan Kicks and 2026 Nissan Sentra models. The issue is insufficiently welded front seat frames, which does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 207 and 210.
  • Honda recall 26V146: Affects 2023-2025 Honda CL500, CMX300, and CMX500 motorcycles. The issue is a loose handlebar lock screw that may detach and interfere with steering.
  • Ferrari recall 26V152: Affects 2025-2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri models. The issue is reduced visibility from black tint on windows, which does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 205.
  • Ford recall 26V155: Affects 2025-2026 Ford F-53 and 2025-2026 Ford F-59 models. The issue is unintended brake light illumination, which does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108.
  • Ford recall 26V157: Affects 2025-2026 Ford Maverick models. The issue is a moonroof glass panel that may detach.
  • Hyundai recall 26V160: Affects 2026 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid models. The issue is power rear seats that may trap a person.

Owners can check whether their vehicle is included by entering their license plate number or vehicle identification number in the NHTSA Recall Look-up Tool. If a vehicle has an unrepaired recall, owners should contact their local dealership to schedule a free repair.

Runaway Juvenile

On 11/05/26 at 0725 hours, Spencer Newman ran away from his residence. Newman is 5’9, 125 pounds, white male, brown eyes, brown hair and was last seen wearing a brown

Fred Allen Blocher 1943-2026

Fred Allen Blocher, 83, of Gardners, PA passed away Saturday, October 24 2026 at his home. Born October 19, 1943 in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late Fred

Frank Charles Henry 1945-2026

Born January 4, 1945 in Washington, D.C., Frank was an avid Civil War enthusiast who loved to share his knowledge with others.

Who We Are

The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.