These are the bolts that hold the front wheel hub—the part behind the wheel—securely in place. If the bolts are wrong or not seated correctly, the wheel may not be held as tightly as it should be.
The Cadillac Escalade ESV is a longer Escalade. This episode says it’s also part of the recall related to the front wheel hub bolts that hold the front wheel in place.
The Chevrolet Suburban 1500 is a big family SUV. The episode says it’s included in a recall about the front wheel hub bolts—the parts that help hold the front wheel on safely.
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a large SUV. In this segment, it’s listed as being recalled for incorrect front wheel hub bolts, which are the bolts that help keep the front wheel attached.
A wheel stud is a threaded post that sticks out so the wheel can be tightened on with a nut. The hosts are trying to figure out whether the recall is about the studs or about different bolts that attach the hub.
Term
front brake rotor
The front brake rotor is the metal disc the brakes squeeze to slow the car. The hosts are talking about the recalled fasteners being pressed in near the front brake hardware, which is why it matters for wheel attachment and safety.
“Rollaway risk” means the car might start moving by itself even though it’s parked. That’s dangerous, so it’s the kind of issue that can trigger a recall.
A Ford Escape is a compact SUV. Here, they’re talking about a safety issue where the car might roll away on its own when it’s supposed to be parked—something that can lead to a recall.
The Ford Bronco is Ford’s rugged SUV. In this part, they mention that the Bronco had a problem that was recalled before, and they’re talking about the 2021 and 2022 model years.
Gelcoat is a tough protective coating used on some fiberglass car parts. If it fades or wears out too quickly, it can be a sign the part isn’t holding up as it should.
This refers to the warning lights or alerts that tell you to buckle up. If it malfunctions, the car might not warn you properly, which can affect safety.
The Acura ZDX is an Acura electric crossover. This recall is about the backup camera sometimes showing a blank or distorted picture, which makes reversing harder and less safe.
The Honda Prologue is Honda’s electric SUV. The recall here is about the backup camera sometimes not showing a clear picture (or showing nothing), which can make reversing dangerous.
The airbag inflator is what makes the airbag deploy fast in a crash. If it ruptures, the airbag may not work safely, and it could hurt people instead of protecting them.
The Hyundai Elantra GT is the hatchback version of the Elantra. The recall mentioned here groups it with 2015–2016 models and points to overheating in the hybrid electronics, which can be unsafe.
The Hyundai Elantra hybrid has special electronics that control how the gas and electric parts work together. This recall is about that control unit overheating, which can be dangerous even if it’s not guaranteed to catch fire.
The hybrid power control unit is the “brain” that manages the hybrid system’s power. If it overheats, it can malfunction and become unsafe, so the fix is usually to address the cooling/thermal behavior.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an electric crossover. This recall is about suspension parts not being tightened correctly (loose fasteners), which can affect ride stability and safety.
This is the car’s safety system that tries to prevent crashes by automatically braking if it thinks you’re about to hit something. If it’s wrong, it can brake suddenly even when you weren’t expecting it.
The Hyundai Santa Cruz is a Hyundai vehicle. In this segment, they’re talking about safety features that help prevent crashes, and how those features can act up in certain situations.
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact SUV from Hyundai. They’re talking about a safety system that helps avoid crashes, and how it applies to this model too.
Car
Ford Odyssey
The Ford Odyssey is a family minivan. They mention it while talking about safety/recall-related issues across different vehicles.
A stall is when the engine suddenly shuts off. If it happens while driving, it can be risky because the car may lose power and steering/braking assist depending on the system.
This means something unwanted gets inside the engine. The host says that can lead to the engine stalling, which can be dangerous because the car may lose power suddenly.
This is a 1959 Cadillac luxury car. It’s famous for its huge, flashy styling—especially the tailfins—and collectors often look for cars that are still mostly original.
“All-original” means the car is mostly the same as it was when it was new. Collectors usually prefer that because it’s more authentic and often worth more.
“Wide whites” are tires with a thick white stripe around the side. They were common on classic cars, and they help the car look more like it did when it was new.
Term
pre-Dagmars
“Pre-Dagmars” is a nickname collectors use to separate earlier cars from later ones with a specific look. It’s basically a quick way to say which styling era the car belongs to.
This is a 1981 Chevrolet Blazer, a classic American SUV. The hosts are describing a particular one that’s been modified—it's lifted—and they mention the roof can come off, which changes how it feels and how you’d work on it.
“Squarebody” is a nickname for older Chevy trucks and SUVs that have a boxy, squared-off look. When someone says “squarebody blazer,” they mean that particular classic Blazer style from that time period.
“Lifted” means the vehicle sits higher than it did from the factory. People do it for more ground clearance and a tougher look, but it can also make the vehicle harder to get into and change how it drives.
A 1972 Volvo 1800 is an older classic Volvo coupe. The hosts are talking about what kind of transmission it has and what the engine looks like, based on a picture.
A Wankel engine is a special type of engine that spins inside instead of using pistons. The hosts think the engine photo might look like that, but they end up saying it’s actually a normal four-cylinder.
A manual transmission is the kind of car where you use a clutch pedal and a gear stick to choose the gears. It usually gives the driver more control over how the car drives.
A Porsche Cayman is a sports car where the engine is placed closer to the middle of the car, which helps it handle better. The 2015 model is an older Cayman, but it’s still known for being fun and well-balanced to drive.
A moon roof is a glass opening in the roof of a vehicle. You can open it to let in air and light—sometimes people describe it as feeling like you can get more “outside” air.
The 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is a small coupe Chrysler sold that was closely tied to Mercedes-Benz technology. People criticize it because the back seat is tight, so you may not fit comfortably unless you try it first.
“Re-badged” means the same basic car gets sold under a different brand name. The changes are often mostly badges and styling, not a totally new design.
A diesel passenger car is just a normal car that runs on diesel fuel. The big change is that diesel engines were mostly used in trucks and work vehicles before they became common in regular cars.
A unibody vehicle means the car’s body is built to carry the structural loads. Instead of having a separate heavy frame underneath, the body itself does the work.
Term
waterfall type grill
A waterfall type grille is a grille shape where the openings or bars look like they flow downward. It’s a specific styling pattern you can recognize on certain classic cars.
Term
windshield wastechnology
The host is talking about a windshield made from more than one glass piece instead of one flat sheet. The pieces are shaped to fit the car’s design better, especially for airflow and visibility.
The Chrysler Airflow is an old Chrysler car that’s famous for its shape—it's designed to cut through the air more efficiently. The point here is that it’s a special, historically significant design you have to go find in a museum.
Car
Marmon Wasp
The Marmon Wasp is an older, unusual car that people associate with speed and racing history. In this segment, it’s brought up because it’s a special museum find.
They’re talking about the Indianapolis Motor Speedway area, which is a well-known racing venue. The car they mention is connected to a museum display there.
Auburn Hills is a place in Michigan where the Chrysler Museum used to be. The host is saying they saw the Chrysler Airflow there, which is why it’s a memorable historical stop.
Recalls, auctions, and racing history all collide in a fast-moving mix of safety talk and collector-car chatter. The hosts dig into recall specifics like “incorrect front wheel hub bolts,” rollaway risk, and seatbelt warning malfunctions, then connect recall-style failures to real driving moments—like sensors being hit by rain and causing a sudden stop. Between that, they trade Hemmings-style sale prices, classic-car quirks, and even early Indy 500 history, before previewing upcoming motorsport coverage.
A recall can be as small as a bolt and as serious as a roll-away, so we kick things off by sorting real risk from background noise. We talk through a stack of fresh automotive recalls, including incorrect front wheel hub bolts on full-size GM SUVs, a roll-away risk on the 2026 Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair, Ford Bronco hardtops that may crack and detach, camera and seatbelt warning glitches, and tech that can trigger unexpected braking. We also share what these problems feel like on the road and what questions to ask before you leave the dealer lot.
Then it’s time for our favorite kind of argument: the Hemmings sold car roundup price-guessing game. We put numbers on everything from a huge 1959 Cadillac Series 75 ($19,950) and a 1973 Cadillac Calais that sells for a shocking $1,700, to an updated 1981 Chevy Blazer ($23,625) and a clean 1972 Volvo 1800 ($21,000). The curveballs keep coming with a 2015 Porsche Cayman that lands at $16,800, a budget-friendly 1932 Chevrolet custom at $5,320, a tiny 1960 Vespa 400 “clown car” at $18,821, and a 2005 Chrysler Crossfire at $9,500. If you love classic cars, collector car values, and auction results, you’ll want to play along.
We close out with This Week in Auto History and a quick racing calendar: the first Indy 500 in 1911, the Marmon Wasp and its early rearview mirror, the Mercedes-Benz 260D that brought diesel to passenger cars, and the Chrysler Airflow as an aerodynamic swing that was way ahead of its time. Jeff also runs through what to watch next, including IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix, NHRA, NASCAR Nashville, and upcoming Formula One, before we hit one last headline about Chevy using a 1,250 horsepower Corvette ZR1X to blow out giant birthday candles at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
If you enjoyed the laughs and the practical car talk, subscribe on your favorite podcast app, share the show with a fellow gearhead, and leave us a review so more drivers can find us.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?
In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy!
Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are. ----- ----- Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.
In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:
Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.
Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!
Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/
https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime
https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime
For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at
