Toyota Australia has today issued a recall of almost 15,000 Toyota 86 vehicles built between April 2012 and March 2015 due to a potential loss of power steering assist. The recall affects right-hand drive vehicles that are equipped with a driver’s knee airbag. Due to an improper wire harness layout, …
Read More »Volkswagen Australia begins emissions recall for affected vehicles
Recalls over Volkswagen’s widespread diesel emissions scandal have officially begun in Australia. The Amarok is the first in a long line of vehicles affected by the scandal with 8,694 units having been selected for the recall. Affected customers were contacted via email this morning, and will also receive a letter …
Read More »55,000 Jeep Cherokees to be recalled over fire hazard
55,000 Jeep Cherokees are set to be recalled during 2016 over a potential fire hazard. The recall affects any units produced between February 18, 2015 and September 10, 2015 that have the optional power lift tailgate installed. According to the recall, the fault is due to to a leak in …
Read More »Tesla Model S Recalled over faulty seat belts
Tesla has voluntarily conducted a recall of its Model S line due to potentially faulty seat belt anchors on the front seats. The defect was discovered earlier this month, quoted from a Tesla representative: “In early November, a customer sitting in the front passenger seat turned to speak with occupants …
Read More »Maserati Quattroporte GTS poses fire risk
Maserati Enthusiasts look away now! It’s unfortunate to see a luxurious vehicle such as the Quattroporte GTS burn to a crisp however it appears as though the root cause of its spontaneous combustion has finally been found. The fire has been attributed to an improperly installed battery positive terminal going …
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