One thing you have to look out for are the laws in each state or certain cities like Houston or Dallas, because in some areas, sleeping in your vehicle is actually ILLEGAL.
Just because parts are being recalled, doesn't mean your car is in immediate danger of failing, however it is better safe than sorry, and the replacements are available for free.
Two East Texas police departments were summoned to a gas station after a man who caught someone attempting to steal his car was shot and the suspect took off afterwards.