Ford and Chrysler are the latest to recall

In the wake of the massive Toyota recalls, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is cracking down on auto companies’ safety defects more than ever. The two latest brands forced to recall vehicles are Ford and Chrysler.

According to Reuters, Ford will recall 33,700 of its Transit Connect commercial vans, due to an interior liner flaw that may not properly protect a driver in case of a crash. The vans are popular among small businesses and similar ventures.

“In the event of a vehicle crash, an occupant could be at increased risk of injury,” the NHTSA summarized in a letter to Ford.

Meanwhile, Chrysler will recall 22,000 of its 2010 model Dodge Nitro, Ram 1500, and Jeep Liberty and Wrangler trucks and SUVs, due to a tube problem that may leak brake fluid.

Those in the market for a vehicle may want to avoid new cars until recalls and defects are sorted out. Small businesses, for example, may opt to buy a used Ford Transit with no history of defects in order to ensure their business runs smoothly and uninterrupted by safety recalls.