The Ministry of Economy has issued recall notices for 556 GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox vehicles in the UAE that were built in Mexico between 2020 and 2023.
The ministry said certain vehicles may not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards regarding child restraints and booster seat anchorage systems.
It said one or more of the four rear lower child seat LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) anchorage bars could have been finished with excessive powder coating, which could cause portions of the bar to exceed the diameter requirement.
“Excessive powder coating could, in rare cases, prevent the installation of a child seat using the Latch anchorage bars. If child seats are not properly installed, there is increased risk of injury in a crash,” the ministry said.
The ministry said if the issue was applicable to their car, owners should install child seats using the vehicle’s rear seat belts, “in accordance with the vehicle owner’s manual and child-seat manufacturer’s installation instructions until the recall repair is performed”.
Biggest recalls this year: in pictures
A number of Jeep Grand Cherokees were recalled due to an issue with the eCall system
A problem with the airbag inflator unit saw 49 Mazda Xedos-9 cars from between 1996 and September 1999 to be recalled
Ford Focus models dated 2011 to 2016 were recalled for door-latching issues
More than 3,000 Ford Fiestas from between 2009 and 2016 were recalled, also due to a problem with door latching.
Mercedes-Benz GLE models were recalled due to water leakage issues
Kia Telluride 2023 models were recalled due to concerns about airbag wiring
Nearly 300 Cadillac XT5, XT6 and GMC Terrain models from 2020 to 2021 were recalled due to a rear view camera malfunction
The Latch system consists of hooks installed in vehicles to make it easier to install child safety seats without using seat belts.
On recall, the dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove and replace the finish on the rear seat Latch anchorage bars.
The recalls ranged from manufacturers such as Ford, Mercedes, GMC, Jeep, Kia, Mazda, Bentley, Dodge and Land Rover.
This marked a decrease of about 41 per cent compared to the same period last year. During the first five months of last year, the ministry issued 65 recall notices for about 59,000 cars.
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THREE POSSIBLE REPLACEMENTS
Khalfan Mubarak
The Al Jazira playmaker has for some time been tipped for stardom within UAE football, with Quique Sanchez Flores, his former manager at Al Ahli, once labelling him a “genius”. He was only 17. Now 23, Mubarak has developed into a crafty supplier of chances, evidenced by his seven assists in six league matches this season. Still to display his class at international level, though.
Rayan Yaslam
The Al Ain attacking midfielder has become a regular starter for his club in the past 15 months. Yaslam, 23, is a tidy and intelligent player, technically proficient with an eye for opening up defences. Developed while alongside Abdulrahman in the Al Ain first-team and has progressed well since manager Zoran Mamic’s arrival. However, made his UAE debut only last December.
Ismail Matar
The Al Wahda forward is revered by teammates and a key contributor to the squad. At 35, his best days are behind him, but Matar is incredibly experienced and an example to his colleagues. His ability to cope with tournament football is a concern, though, despite Matar beginning the season well. Not a like-for-like replacement, although the system could be adjusted to suit.
TWISTERS
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Bournemouth 0-4 Liverpool
Arsenal 1-0 Huddersfield Town
Burnley 1-0 Brighton
Manchester United 4-1 Fulham
West Ham 3-2 Crystal Palace
Saturday fixtures:
Chelsea v Manchester City, 9.30pm (UAE)
Leicester City v Tottenham Hotspur, 11.45pm (UAE)
Cricket World Cup League 2
UAE results Lost to Oman by eight runs Beat Namibia by three wickets Lost to Oman by 12 runs Beat Namibia by 43 runs
UAE fixtures Free admission. All fixtures broadcast live on icc.tv
Tuesday March 15, v PNG at Sharjah Cricket Stadium Friday March 18, v Nepal at Dubai International Stadium Saturday March 19, v PNG at Dubai International Stadium Monday March 21, v Nepal at Dubai International Stadium
Du Football Champions
The fourth season of du Football Champions was launched at Gitex on Wednesday alongside the Middle East’s first sports-tech scouting platform.“du Talents”, which enables aspiring footballers to upload their profiles and highlights reels and communicate directly with coaches, is designed to extend the reach of the programme, which has already attracted more than 21,500 players in its first three years.
Formula Middle East Calendar (Formula Regional and Formula 4)
Round 1: January 17-19, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 2: January 22-23, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 3: February 7-9, Dubai Autodrome – Dubai
Round 4: February 14-16, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi
Round 5: February 25-27, Jeddah Corniche Circuit – Saudi Arabia
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The biog
Family: Parents and four sisters
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing at American University of Sharjah
A self-confessed foodie, she enjoys trying out new cuisines, her current favourite is the poke superfood bowls
Likes reading: autobiographies and fiction
Favourite holiday destination: Italy
Posts information about challenges, events, runs in other emirates on the group's Instagram account @Anagowrunning
Has created a database of Emirati and GCC sportspeople on Instagram @abeermk, highlight: Athletes
Apart from training, also talks to women about nutrition, healthy lifestyle, diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure
