Vehicle Recalls
5,464 recalls from vehiclerecalls.gov.au
Cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, and caravans affected by safety defects.
Vehicle Recalls results
REC-000687
active2006–2008 JAYCO Various
Inspect the kitchen sink to ensure it has an earth strap fitted.
Caravan/Motorhome
1 July 2008
REC-000650
active2005–2007 ISUZU N Series
The fault relates to a possible diesel fuel seep or leak from the linkage pipe at the upper or lower fuel port on the diesel fuel supply pump.
Heavy Vehicle
30 June 2008
REC-003110
active0 ISUZU NLR
The fault relates to the steering yoke pinch bolt. This bolt may have been damaged during the installation processes. This condition could cause the pinch bolts final torque to vary from the desired specification. This could cause damage to the universal joint contact area with the steering input shaft on the steering rack assembly.
Heavy Vehicle
30 June 2008
REC-003112
active0 KAWASAKI ZX1400A6F, ZX1400A7F
On eligible units there is a possibility that the engine mount adjusting collars may have been over-tightened, creating excessive stress on the lower rear frame welds which under certain conditions may result in a failure of the frame.
Motorcycle
30 June 2008
REC-003113
active0 Ford UP, UQ & US Explorer, F-Series,
In certain circumstances the underhood speed control deactivation switch mounted on the brake master cylinder may leak and brake fluid contamination in the electrical connector may cause the wiring to overheat, smoke or burn. This condition may occur either when the vehicle is parked or when it is being operated, even if the speed control is not in use.
Light Vehicle
19 June 2008
REC-000686
active0 JAYCO Base Station vans
The basestation vans will be checked to ensure the bolts and lock nuts do not have the threads stripped due to an incorrect lock nut being used. The bolts secure the tie down points inside the rear storage compartment of the basestation.
Caravan/Motorhome
18 June 2008
REC-003104
active0 Mercedes-Benz Various cars
In vehicles built within this date range and fitted with a V6 diesel engine, an open circuit in the chip housing of the crankshaft position sensor can occur under certain circumstances. This is due to contamination of the silicone which occurred during the supplier's chip manufacturing process. When the problem occurs the engine may lose power and stop and cannot be restarted.
Light Vehicle
17 June 2008
REC-003105
active0 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
In vehicles built within this date range and fitted with a V6 diesel engine, an open circuit in the chip housing of the crankshaft position sensor can occur under certain circumstances. This is due to contamination of the silicone which occurred during the supplier's chip manufacturing process. When the problem occurs the engine may lose power and stop and cannot be restarted.
Light Vehicle
17 June 2008
REC-003106
active0 Mercedes-Benz S Class, CL Class
Investigations have shown that the operating reliability of the drivers side SAM could diminish due to the ingress of moisture caused by incorrect storage. In isolated cases this could lead to various electrical malfunctions affecting such items as front illumination equipment and turn signals, windshield wipers, steering column adjustment and illumination of the centre console.
Light Vehicle
17 June 2008
REC-003107
active0 Mercedes-Benz Vito
In vehicles built within this date range and fitted with a V6 diesel engine, an open circuit in the chip housing of the crankshaft position sensor can occur under certain circumstances. This is due to contamination of the silicone which occurred during the supplier's chip manufacturing process. When the problem occurs the engine may lose power and stop and cannot be restarted.
Light Vehicle
17 June 2008
REC-003108
active0 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
Due to a production error, it is possible a 3.5t version brake master cylinder may have been incorrectly fitted to certain 5.0t Sprinter vans. On affected vehicles the smaller capacity brake fluid reservoir may cause the Red warning lamp in the instrument cluster to illuminate before the pads have reached their wear limit.
Light Vehicle
17 June 2008
REC-003109
active0 Freightliner, Sterling LT7500/9500 & Argosy
Certain TRW TAS85 steering gears may have incorrectly machined sector shafts which could cause the gear assembly to bind or stick. This problem could potentially restrict the steering turning angle, resulting in reduced manoeuvrability and possible increased risk to other road users.
Heavy Vehicle
17 June 2008
REC-003103
active0 Kenworth K108 & K104B
The clip that holds the Variable Valve Actuator (VVA) oil supply line is missing. The omission of the VVA oil line clip could result in premature wear of the line causing an oil leak and potential fire hazard.
Heavy Vehicle
12 June 2008
REC-003101
active0 FERRARI 612 Scaglietti
Improper functioning of clutch assembly neutralises and possibility of engine stalling.
Light Vehicle
11 June 2008
REC-003232
active0 SUZUKI GSX1300RK8
There is a possibility that the ignition switch lead wire may be affected following repeated movement of the handlebar. If the lead wire breaks, electric power supply will shut off and engine may stall.
Motorcycle
11 June 2008
REC-003238
active0 PEUGEOT 306
There is a chance of the fuel filler pipe connection hose leaking due to wear.
Light Vehicle
10 June 2008
REC-004857
active0 PEUGEOT 207 DV6
On the Peugeot 207 fitted with the EP6 engine and automatic gearbox, the engine management software can, in very rare cases, generate an unnecessary entry into defect mode, which severely restricts the engine power output.
Light Vehicle
10 June 2008
REC-003102
active0 DODGE & CHRYSLER Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger (JS)
Investigations have shown that an unused tyre pressure monitoring system electrical connector may become corroded and could short circuit. This can cause a variety of conditions including an engine no-start, a dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system and/or engine stalling.
Light Vehicle
3 June 2008
REC-003099
active0 KAWASAKI KLX250T9F
There is a possibility that the rubber handlebar grip or throttle assembly may become loose, resulting in a separation from the steering, creating the potential risk of an accident.
Motorcycle
2 June 2008
REC-000460
active0 Holden CG Captiva, LX & 60th Anniversary Models
The right hand side indicator lamp fitted to the driver's door side mirror will not operate when the rear demister is switched on.
Light Vehicle
30 May 2008
REC-003096
active0 Iveco ACCO Range
The ACCO range of vehicles fitted with the Sheppard M110 model steering box may experience fouling of the steering column with the cab floor.
Heavy Vehicle
27 May 2008
REC-003097
active0 Toyota Land Cruiser 100, Lexus LX470
On certain Land Cruiser 100 and Lexus LX470 vehicles, there is a possibility that the dash board wire harness may be abnormally twisted changing its intended routing in the vehicle allowing contact with the unprotected edge of the pedal support bracket. If the vehicle is continuously driven on corrugated roads in this condition, the wire harness will rub against the pedal support bracket damaging the wire insulation cover resulting in a short circuit and blown fuse.
Light Vehicle
26 May 2008
REC-003098
active0 Ford VM Transit
Affected vehicles may be at risk of the power steering high pressure pipe detaching from the power steering pump.
Light Vehicle
22 May 2008
REC-003095
active0 CITROEN C5
Engine stalling.
Light Vehicle
21 May 2008