As a result of the government shutting down, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will not be posting any new recall notices.
The news isn't shocking but does impact people all over the country who rely on the NHTSA to let them know when vehicles have been recalled and why.
The NHTSA posted a statement on its website which reads:
"Due to a lapse of Federal Government funding, NHTSA is unable to post any new recalls after close of business September 30, 2013. Recall searches will remain available but are only current as of that time."
Users looking for information on recalls listed before the issue with the government took place will still be able to do so. The site just won't be updated with new recalls
Automakers always announce recalls as well, but the NHTSA is usually the first to reveal the news and many times it has a say as to whether or not a vehicle should be recalled.
"Consumers can continue to file safety defect complaints via this website, but they will not be evaluated by NHTSA staff until funding and services are restored," said the NHTSA in its press statement.
This is the first time the government has shutdown in 17 years. Lawmakers are at odds over Obamacare, and it is not known how long the shutdown will last.
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