Vehicle Recalls
5,459 recalls from vehiclerecalls.gov.au
Cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, and caravans affected by safety defects.
Vehicle Recalls results
REC-005603
active2007–2009 KIA KM Sportage
Due to a manufacturing defect, the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), may short circuit in the event of the components being exposed to moisture. This could result in an engine compartment fire even when the vehicle is switched off. Note: The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) is responsible for the Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Stability Control System and Traction Control System.
Light Vehicle
19 Jan 2023
REC-005596
active2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Due to a manufacturing defect, the steering coupling may not be tightened to specifications. This could cause the steering coupling to detach from the steering shaft causing a loss of vehicle control.
Light Vehicle
16 Jan 2023
REC-005600
active2021–2022 KAWASAKI 22MY ZX1002P (Ninja H2SX)
A programming defect in the multi-function meter may cause the display to restart unexpectedly whilst in use. If this occurs, the speedometer or neutral indicator may not display as intended resulting in the rider unable to determine the speed of the vehicle.
Motorcycle
16 Jan 2023
REC-005601
active2021–2023 KAWASAKI 22-23MY ZR1000H (Z1000)
Due to a manufacturing defect, the passenger seat strap may break during use and the occupant may lose balance.
Motorcycle
12 Jan 2023
REC-005595
active2018–2022 Mercedes-Benz VS30 Sprinter
Due to a manufacturing defect, the park pawl system that locks the transmission when the shift lever is in park may not operate as intended. This could result in the vehicle moving or rolling away whilst engaged in park position.
Light Vehicle
10 Jan 2023
REC-005602
active2019–2022 RAM 3500, 2500, 1500
Due to a manufacturing defect, one or both the tailgate strikers may have been misaligned during assembly. This may result in an unintended tailgate opening while the vehicle is in motion or stationary.
Light Vehicle
10 Jan 2023
REC-005599
active2014–2022 KAWASAKI 15-17MY H2/R, 17-22MY H2R/CARBON, 18-21MY H2SX/SX SE+, 19-22MY H2/CARBON, 20-23MY ZH2, 22MY H2SX
Due to a manufacturing issue, the plunger in the camshaft chain tensioner may deteriorate over time and could become locked. This could result in an unexpected loss of vehicle power.
Motorcycle
10 Jan 2023
REC-005598
active2021–2022 PORSCHE Taycan Taycan (Y1A/Y1B)
The air-spring strut on the left and right of the front axle may not meet manufacturing specifications. This could cause the front strut to become dislodged and release air from the air spring resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
Light Vehicle
10 Jan 2023
REC-005594
active2018–2020 Mercedes-Benz VS30 Sprinter
Due to a manufacturing defect, the park pawl system that locks the transmission when the shift lever is in park may not operate as intended. This could result in the vehicle moving or rolling away whilst engaged in park position.
Light Vehicle
10 Jan 2023
REC-005590
active2017–2019 JEEP Grand Cherokee
Due to an issue during manufacture, the Hydraulic Control Unit Anti-lock Brake System module may not perform as intended. If this occurs, the brake lights may illuminate or allow the vehicle to start and shift out of park without the brake pedal being depressed. This may result in an unintended vehicle movement.
Light Vehicle
3 Jan 2023
REC-005592
active2021–2022 Honda CR-V, Civic
Honda Genuine accessory window tint applied to the front (door) side windows does not meet specifications and may be too dark and reduce visibility.
Light Vehicle
3 Jan 2023
REC-005586
active2020–2022 KIA MQ4 Sorento
Due to variations in production, a crack may develop in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) of the Transmission Electric Oil Pump (EOP) which may lead to failure of the EOP.
Light Vehicle
3 Jan 2023
REC-005593
active2020–2022 ADRIA Adora, Altea, Action 361LT, 402PH, 472PK, 492DT, 552UP, 552PK, 542PH, 612PT, 612DP, 612DU
Due to a manufacturing defect, the safety chain fitted to the caravan may be underrated for the caravan’s Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM). In the event of the caravan unhitching from the tow vehicle whilst in transit, the safety chain may fail resulting in the tow vehicle becoming detached from the caravan.
Caravan/Motorhome
22 Dec 2022
REC-005591
active2022 AUDI Q3
Due to a manufacturing defect, the rear window glass may have been manufactured out of specification. This may result in uneven stress distribution causing the window glass to break.
Light Vehicle
22 Dec 2022
REC-005589
active2012–2014 KIA XM Sorento
The heater core element may operate at a higher than intended temperature causing damage to the electrical connector. If this occurs it may result in a vehicle fire.
Light Vehicle
22 Dec 2022
REC-005579
active2022 BYD ATTO 3 SC2E-2 (XTD), SC2E-4 (STD)
BYD is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall on all affected vehicles. The rear centre seat child restraint anchorage and front passenger seat as a safety precaution should not be used with a child seat until we have carried out a minor modification. The modifications will be carried out in accordance with Australian Design Rules. Additionally, the front passenger airbag switch may be unintentionally disengaged via a switch in the front passenger side of the vehicle. If the switch is set to the off position the passenger front airbag will not deploy in the event of a collision.
Light Vehicle
22 Dec 2022
REC-005578
active2020–2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250
Due to a production defect, the main wiring harness may come into contact with the frame of the electric powertrain and result in damage to the harness. If this occurs, the vehicle’s emergency mode may become activated resulting in the driver not being able to start or drive the vehicle from a stopped position.
Light Vehicle
22 Dec 2022
REC-005582
active2022–1970 LIBERTY FREIGHTMORE Tag 2 FUWKHIABC76
The mechanical couplings installed may not be suitable for the vertical load as per the Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) specified on the compliance plate. If loaded beyond capacity, this could cause the coupler to fail and possibly detach from the vehicle.
Trailer
13 Dec 2022
REC-005577
active2021–2022 Iveco S WAY AT-AD E3 - T WAY E3 - X WAY AT/AD - S WAY AS NP - T WAY - X WAY AS NP - X WAY AS - S WAY AT/AD
The front leaf spring suspension U-bolts may not have been tightened sufficiently and may separate from the suspension. This could cause reduced stability while driving and result in a loss of vehicle control.
Heavy Vehicle
13 Dec 2022
REC-005576
active2018–2022 Iveco X-Way ACCO Euro VI ANZ- X-Way Hi-Road Hi-Street Euro VI ANZ -X-Way Hi-Way Euro VI ANZ
The front leaf spring suspension U-bolts may not have been tightened sufficiently and may separate from the suspension. This could cause reduced stability while driving and result in a loss of vehicle control.
Heavy Vehicle
13 Dec 2022
REC-005580
active2012–2018 LEXUS Lexus IS, GS, GS F, RC, and RC F GS F (URL10R), GS200t (ARL10R), GS250 (GRL11R), GS300h (AWL10R), GS350 (GRL10R), GS350 (GRL12R), GS450h (GWL10R), IS200t (ASE30R), IS250 (GSE30R), IS300h (AVE30R), IS350 (GSE31R), RC F (USC10R), RC200t (ASC10R), RC350 (GSC10R)
Due to the design of the fuel tank vent tube assembly, there is a possibility it could develop a stress related crack. A stress related crack over time could expand to eventually allow fuel to leak from the crack. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
Light Vehicle
12 Dec 2022
REC-005581
active2020–2022 Mercedes-Benz V Class V250M
Due to a manufacturing defect, the interior wiring harness may become chafed due to being incorrectly routed through the centre console. This may cause a short circuit and result in a vehicle fire.
Light Vehicle
12 Dec 2022
REC-005584
active2020–2022 HYUNDAI Santa Fe (TM)
Due to a manufacturing issue, the seat belt pre-tensioner inflator cap may fracture when deployed in the event of an accident.
Light Vehicle
7 Dec 2022
REC-005585
active2015 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
Due to a software issue, the front windscreen wipers may fail. In the event of rain this may lead to poor visibility for the driver.
Light Vehicle
7 Dec 2022