Released: July 18, 2006

The most recalled cars of 2006

Source: By Matt Vella, BusinessWeek

The thrill of buying a new car extends far beyond the new-car smell. There’s the excitement of the first drive, the odometer creeping higher and higher, often toward just three digits, and, of course, the ceremonial, conspicuous first driveway park.

But for some unfortunate consumers, the pomp and circumstance of buying new is marred by a recall. At best, a recall can be an annoyance or an inconvenience. At worst, it is dangerous.

Hidden Dangers.  Auto recalls can affect components of every type, from those as seemingly insignificant as tail-light bulbs to more considerable components, like the ones that led to the now infamous Ford-Firestone tire scandal. And 2006 has seen its share of high-profile recalls for both foreign and domestic auto companies, ranging in severity.

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