REC-005391

active

2018 ALFA ROMEO 630 Stelvio

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 28 November 2018

Defect

In select vehicles, the supplied jack‘s label does not comply with the mandatory standard ‘Trade Practices Act 1974 Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2010 Consumer Product Safety Standard for Vehicle Jacks’. The jack label is missing some of the required information.

Hazard

If the jack is mislabelled, and does not have correct safety information, the occupant may misuse it on a different vehicle or in a way it was not designed for. Misuse may cause jack instability or failure. If a consumer is under the vehicle, this may lead to a vehicle collapsing causing severe injury or death.

Remedy

Affected consumers should contact their local authorised Alfa Romeo dealer for a free inspection. If the jack is found to be affected, a free replacement label that meets the mandatory standard will be fitted. For further information, consumers can call 1800 870 724 (Monday to Friday, 8am – 8pm AEST) or visit: https://www.alfaromeo.com.au/contact-us.html

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au