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* When you turn back your clocks this weekend, check your vehicles for safety recalls. A quick recall check using NHTSA’s FREE VIN lookup tool at http://www.NHTSA.gov/recalls can potentially help save lives.
New CARFAX data shows that many Americans are behind on critical vehicle maintenance such as regular oil changes and tire rotations. In fact, 29% are behind on oil changes and 44% haven't had their tires rotated as required. About 1-in-5 owners are behind on both services, CARFAX data shows. This information was compiled from alerts and service records for the 35 million vehicles in the CARFAX Car Care program.