Vehicle Recalls
5,466 recalls from vehiclerecalls.gov.au
Cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, and caravans affected by safety defects.
Vehicle Recalls results
REC-002834
active0 MITSUBISHI Lancer CH VR-X
The incorrect brake pedal was fitted to affected vehicles during production. In the worst case if a brake circuit failure occurs the pedal travel required may be impeded due to interference with an adjacent component. This would prevent the pedal from reaching full stroke and achieving a maximum rate of vehicle retardation.
Light Vehicle
21 Feb 2006
REC-002828
active0 SUZUKI VL15W/K4 Intruder LC, VL1500K5/6 C90 Boulevard
The fuel tank may develop a stress crack due to metal fatigue. This could result in fuel seepage from the tank.
Motorcycle
15 Feb 2006
REC-002822
active0 Mack Qantum
The possible fitment of an incorrect lower steering universal yoke.
Heavy Vehicle
6 Feb 2006
REC-002829
active0 AUDI A8 vehicles with Michelin 255/35 R20 tyres
Tyres can have a sudden loss of pressure.
Light Vehicle
6 Feb 2006
REC-002820
active0 Mercedes-Benz A and B Class
Cars were supplied from the manufacturer without the required third child restraint anchorage bracket fitted to the split rear seat backrest, thereby contravening the relevant ADR.
Light Vehicle
24 Jan 2006
REC-002885
active0 Toyota RAV4
In the suspension system of the subject vehicles, due to insufficient surface treatment prior to the painting process, the paint on the front coil spring may not have adhered properly, which could cause the coil spring to be susceptible to corrosion in highly corrosive environments such as where road salt is used. If the vehicle is operated in this condition for an extended period, the spring may corrode and, in the worst case, fracture.
Light Vehicle
20 Jan 2006
REC-002819
active0 SUZUKI VL800 /VZ800
The ignition switch lead wire may be damaged by rubbing due to being routed too tightly. This may cause a short circuit which in turn could cause the engine to stall.
Motorcycle
18 Jan 2006
REC-002826
active0 PORSCHE 911 Carrera (997), 911 Carerra S (997)
The parking-brake lever is likely to break.
Light Vehicle
12 Jan 2006
REC-002841
active0 PORSCHE 911 Carrera S (997)
Inadequately welded seams between clamp and exhaust tailpipe are likely to break. This can cause rattling noises while driving and can result in the loss of the exhaust tailpipe if the driver continues to drive the vehicle.
Light Vehicle
12 Jan 2006
REC-002935
active0 FREIGHTLINER CL112/120, CST 120
Due to incorrect machining the splined end of the ZF steering shaft could push through the lower yoke. If this were to occur it could lead to a loss of steering control.
Heavy Vehicle
5 Jan 2006
REC-002837
active0 TIEMAN Tieman Tail-lifts
The cylinder seal may fail, causing the tail-lift to fall to the ground.
Heavy Vehicle
5 Jan 2006
REC-000351
active0 HARLEY DAVIDSON Dyna Glide FXD Series
A defect in the transmissions may allow them to go into a 'false neutral position' even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated. If this happens the motorcycle could drop into gear unexpectedly and thereby create a risk of crash or injuries.
Motorcycle
5 Jan 2006
REC-002835
active0 JEEP TJ Wrangler, KJ Cherokee
A concern may exist with the correct operation of the parking lock. This concern could arise due to a loose cup plug which enables the parking pawl anchor shaft to move rearward and prevent correct engagement of 'park' position. If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied the vehicle could roll away without warning.
Light Vehicle
5 Jan 2006
REC-000796
active1970–2003 KIA Carnival
The wiring associated with the power front seat may cause overheating of the circuit breaker in the interior fuse box.
Light Vehicle
4 Jan 2006
REC-002816
active0 HYUNDAI Terracan HP
Certain Terracan vehicles were produced with front brake disc rotors that may have insufficient material thickness between the flange and friction surface. Under extreme conditions this may result in cracking, causing abnormal noise and reduced braking performance.
Light Vehicle
4 Jan 2006
REC-000442
active2001–2004 Holden Cruze YG
Due to insufficient retention properties of the driveshaft circlip, the left hand front driveshaft may become disconnected from the transmission under certain driving conditions such as high speed driving. If the driveshaft does become disconnected the vehicle will lose drive.
Light Vehicle
4 Jan 2006
REC-002814
active0 PEUGEOT 307
The brake pipe cradle can rub the adjacent brake pipe causing a loss of fluid.
Light Vehicle
22 Dec 2005
REC-002812
active0 Scania 8x8 vehicles
There have been some instances of the 8mm brake pipe detaching at certain locations on this vehicles resulting in a loss of air pressure in the breaking system.
Heavy Vehicle
1 Dec 2005
REC-002803
active0 Aunger Pro-Trailer
The mudguard does not comply with the Australian Design Rules and the use of the vehicle may potentially cause damage by the flicking of stones from the rear of the tyre.
Trailer
30 Nov 2005
REC-000349
active2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHXI
A rear view mirror is improperly located and it is not possible to adjust the mirrors towards the rearward field of vision.
Motorcycle
25 Nov 2005
REC-000350
active2003–2004 HARLEY DAVIDSON Dyna
The throttle cables may contact the tunnel portion of the fuel tank. Should this occur the cables could wear through the fuel tank causing a fuel leak.
Motorcycle
25 Nov 2005
REC-002821
active0 Iveco Stralis / PowerStar
There is a possibility that the pinch bolt is not correctly tensioned on the upper end of the steering column and/or the splined column shaft is not fully inserted into the female section of the universal joint assembly.
Heavy Vehicle
23 Nov 2005
REC-002804
active0 SUZUKI Burgman AN650K5
The fuel pump retaining ring may have been improperly installed. This may cause some leaking of fuel from the fuel tank in certain circumstances.
Motorcycle
23 Nov 2005
REC-002811
active0 NISSAN R51 Pathfinder
Tightening torgue on the propeller shafts could result in vibration if not rectified couls result in a propeller shaft becoming detached.
Light Vehicle
21 Nov 2005