Vehicle Recalls
5,507 recalls from vehiclerecalls.gov.au
Cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, and caravans affected by safety defects.
Vehicle Recalls results
REC-002408
active0 TRIUMPH TT600, Speed Triple, Sprint RS/ST, Daytona 955, Tiger
There may be a possibility that the clutch cable fitted to some vehicles within model range may become frayed.
Motorcycle
26 Nov 2001
REC-004821
active0 SAAB 9000CS, 9-5
Due to the brittle condition of the metal used, the towbar tongue can snap.
Light Vehicle
14 Nov 2001
REC-002404
active0 MITSUBISHI CE Lancer/Mirage
There is a possibility that the crankshaft pulley bolt may come loose. In the worst case this may result in the pulley spinning on the crankshaft rendering the power steering pump and/or alternator non-operational.
Light Vehicle
7 Nov 2001
REC-000422
active2000-1970 Holden VS/ VT/ VX/ WH, TS Astra, TF Rodeo, VG/ VP/ VR/ VS/ VU & HSV Maloo
Towbar tongues manufactured by Frontline could break whilst towing due to a brittle condition of the material.
Light Vehicle
4 Nov 2001
REC-002403
active0 LAND ROVER Freelander
The routing of the engine harness below the underbonnet fuse box may contact the damper turret. The harness may chafe through and if the insulation is breached the resulting short circuit may affect the operation of a number of electrical functions.
Light Vehicle
31 Oct 2001
REC-000225
active0 Daewoo Espero
Adjustable steering column mounting bracket may crack and in extreme cases the mounting bracket may fracture.
Light Vehicle
31 Oct 2001
REC-002401
active0 LAND ROVER Freelander
The handbrake lever may self release after application, resulting in movement of the vehicle.
Light Vehicle
31 Oct 2001
REC-002402
active0 LAND ROVER Freelander
The seat tip lever is prevented from returning to its latched position by the escutcheon. The escutcheon slot is reduced in size caused by a fault in the side pressure of the seat squab frame. If the seat back does not latch it could move forward unexpectedly.
Light Vehicle
31 Oct 2001
REC-002382
active0 Mazda Tribute
A fuel leak may develop from the Fuel Delivery Module seal, situated in the fuel tank.
Light Vehicle
31 Oct 2001
REC-002400
active0 HYUNDAI various
Labels supplied on vehicle pantograph jacks between the years 1992 to 1998 did not fully comply with the labelling requirements of the Australian Standards (AS/NZS 2693: 1993 Vehicle Jacks).
Light Vehicle
26 Oct 2001
REC-002397
active0 HARLEY DAVIDSON Twin Cam 88 motors
The Twin-Cam 88 motors 'Screaming Eagle' Ignition Modules could, under certain conditions, shut off without warning. This sudden loss of power could cause loss of control of the motorcycle and result in an accident.
Motorcycle
22 Oct 2001
REC-002398
active0 HARLEY DAVIDSON Dyna Glide
A condition may exist on certain 2001 Dyna Glide model motorcycles that can cause the fuel hose to become disengaged from the carburettor inlet. This condition may cause fuel to spill and burn in the presence of an ignition source.
Motorcycle
22 Oct 2001
REC-005388
active0 SAAB 9-3
The tie rod end nuts may not have been tightened sufficiently during production. Should the nut come loose, this can affect steering capabilities.
Light Vehicle
21 Oct 2001
REC-002395
active0 ALFA ROMEO 166
Due to a possible detachment of the connection pipe between the hydraulic power steering casing and the inter-cooling system, the hydraulic assistance may not operate with a consequent notable increase in the effort required to move the steering wheel.
Light Vehicle
19 Oct 2001
REC-000110
active0 BMW R1200 C
The thread fastening the fork bridge to the frame may not be correctly tightened which may result in the upper fork bridge becoming loose and in extreme cases become detached from the frame.
Motorcycle
18 Oct 2001
REC-002394
active0 Ford BA Escape
In some of the affected vehicles, the union nut (locknut) that attaches the Fuel Delivery Module to the fuel tank may not have been completely engaged when installed. This may result in fuel leakage.
Light Vehicle
18 Oct 2001
REC-002396
active0 KAWASAKI ZX1200 - A1/A2
Due to specific environmental conditions, corrosion can occur and lead to cracking of the tyre valve lock nut on the front or rear wheels. Cracking of the lock nut can lead to a reduction of tyre pressure under certain riding conditions.
Motorcycle
18 Oct 2001
REC-002399
active0 BMW E46, E38, E39, E53
Due to a manufacturing problem with the auxiliary cooling fan electronics, the fan may become thermally overloaded, thereby reducing the cooling system performance which could in turn cause the engine to overheat.
Light Vehicle
18 Oct 2001
REC-002390
active0 Scania Bus
Chafing of the fuel pipes running along the engine up to the fuel valve on the injection pump may occur, which could result in fuel leakage and fire.
Heavy Vehicle
10 Oct 2001
REC-002393
active0 AUDI S3 Quattro, TT Quattro
There is a potential for moisture to enter the ball joints on the rear axles which can start corrosion inside the ball joints thus possibly leading to seizure of the ball joints themselves.
Light Vehicle
10 Oct 2001
REC-002392
active0 BMW R1150 GS
The grommet in the holder for the speedometer cable shaft wears after a short time, therefore leaving a possibility of the speedometer cable shaft coming into contact with the brake pipe which can result in the brake pipe chafing through.
Motorcycle
8 Oct 2001
REC-002330
active0 Scania Bus
A defective seal may cause air leaks in the spring brake chamber, resulting in the parking brake being applied.
Heavy Vehicle
1 Oct 2001
REC-002389
active0 MITSUBISHI NM Pajero
The tow bar tongues subject to this recall are susceptible to embrittlement that may cause the tongue to break in service under certain circumstances.
Light Vehicle
27 Sept 2001
REC-002391
active0 YAMAHA WR250, YZ250WR
A loose or bent inner wire might derail off the rotor in the throttle housing on the handlebar. If this occurs, the throttle cable could be pinched between the rotor and the housing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in an accident.
Motorcycle
27 Sept 2001