Recall wrap: Honda recalls 21,000 cars
Steering and fuel issues strike thousands of Honda Civics, CR-Vs, and Accords modelsHonda Australia has issued two separate recalls for more than 21,000 vehicles across its CR-V, ZR-V, Civic and Accord model lines.
The bigger notice involves a total of 16,001 vehicles, including all variations of the CR-V, Civic, Civic Type-R and ZR-V, built between 2021 and 2024.
Honda said the “worm wheel grease may be displaced over time”, causing abnormal steering noise and greater steering effort if the electronic power steering system (EPS) fails to operate as intended.
The Japanese car-maker says replacement parts to repair the EPS are not yet available, however, affected customers will be contacted in writing when the work can be completed.
A list of affected VINs can be found attached the recall notice.
The other notice applies to 5362 examples of the Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid, Civic Hybrid, and ZR-V Hybrid, all built between 2022-2024.
Apparently a manufacturing defect could cause the high-pressure fuel pump solenoid valve to develop cracks.
“If this occurs, fuel may leak and in the presence of an external ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire,” said Honda via the recall notice.
Again, affected owners – full VIN list attached to the recall notice – will be contacted by Honda.
BMW X3, X3 M, plus Alpina XD3
BMW Australia is calling back more than 3000 examples of its popular X3 SUV, including the high-performance X3 M and related Alpina XD3.
All affected were produced between 2017 and 2024, with BMW saying the attachment for the interior cargo rail may “become damaged in the event of an extreme rear impact”.
“If the cargo rail detaches from the vehicle, it could pose a risk of serious injury to vehicle passengers,” BMW said in the official notice.
A list of affected VINs can be found attached the recall notice.
Chevrolet Silverado
Elsewhere, 168 examples of the MY21 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up have been summoned back over concerns around the transmission and braking system.
According to the recall notice issued by General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV), some customers may experience harsh transmission shifting leading to momentary lockup of the rear wheels or activation of the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
“Sudden unintended braking and/or a rear wheel lockup whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident, causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users,” GMSV said.
A list of affected VINs can be found attached the recall notice, however, GMSV says it will contact affected owners in writing to have the transmission control module (TCM) software updated. In some cases, the valve body may also require replacement.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
Mercedes-Benz Australia has issued a nationwide recall of 174 GLB compact SUVs (2024-built) over tyre concerns.
In the notice, Benz said the tyres may not meet manufacturing specifications which may lead to deflation.
“A sudden loss of air pressure may result in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of an accident, causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users,” the brand said.
Affected owners – a list of affected VINs can be found attached the recall notice – are encouraged to contact their local Mercedes-Benz dealership to organise a fix.
Nissan Z (Z34)
Meantime, 822 examples of Nissan’s Z sports car – built between 2022-2023 – are being called back for maintenance said to be caused by a manufacturing issue.
According to the Japanese car-maker, the wiring harness behind the front bumper may have been routed incorrectly and “as a result, the pedestrian detection sensor may not function as intended”.
Affected owners – a list of affected VINs can be found attached the recall notice – are encouraged to contact their local Nissan dealership to organise a fix.
Porsche 911, GT4 RS, Spyder RS and Panamera
Porsche Cars Australia is calling back 199 vehicles, including 2022-2023-built (992) versions of its 911, 718 Cayman GT4 RS, 718 Boxster Spyder RS and Panamera, to rectify potentially defective centre lock wheel nuts.
“A defect could cause the lock nut to fracture and result in loosening of the wheel,” the brand said in the recall notice.
“For safety reasons, Porsche urgently requests owners to stop using the vehicle until the remedial measure has been implemented.”
A list of affected VINs can be found here.
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