Keyless ignition allows drivers to start their cars with the press of a button while an electronic key fob remains in their pocket or purse. In 2015, a class action lawsuit claimed there had been 13 carbon monoxide-related deaths linked to keyless ignition cars. The Times report, published Sunday, indicates the problem may be more widespread than previously thought. Related: Cars' keyless ignitions called 'deadly' in lawsuitThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration then proposed a new regulation in line with the Society of Automotive Engineers idea. Toyota told the outlet its keyless ignition product "meets or exceeds all relevant federal safety standards."

Source: CNN May 13, 2018 21:56 UTC