Recall wrap: Toyota C-HR recalled over fire risk

The popular Toyota C-HR small SUV is part of a nationwide vehicle recall following reports of a fuel leak that could lead to a fire.

In total, 14,480 examples of the compact Toyota crossover have been recalled for potential fuel leaks in the engine bay because “internal components of the fuel pump may wear and fracture the welded area of the fuel pump, which could lead to a fuel leak in the engine compartment”, according to the recall notice.

In a worst-case scenario this could “increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders”.

Only conventional petrol models are affected (not hybrid) – 2WD and AWD – and affected vehicle owners will be contacted by Toyota in writing.

Alternatively, owners can call the Toyota Recall Assist Support team via phone (1800 987 366), email (recallsupport@toyota.dataresponse.com.au) or online to organise a free inspection and replacement parts and labour if necessary.

German prestige car importer Mercedes-Benz is recalling 143 top-end EVs, affecting Mercedes-AMG EQS 53, Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 and EQS 500 models sold between 2021 and 2022.

The recall notice states that software issues can deactivate the electric motor/s, “resulting in a loss of motive power”.

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mercedes to organise an appointment to rectify the problem.

Another popular Toyota model has been recalled this month, with 625 Toyota Kluger family SUVs under scrutiny for faulty airbag wiring.

The affected Toyota Kluger models were sold in 2023 and include 2.4-litre petrol models (2WD and AWD) along with 2.5-litre petrol-electric hybrid models.

The recall notice states that the driver side airbag wiring harness connection “may become loose over time” and could lead to the airbag failing to deploy.

Toyota says that as parts become available to fix the issue, it will contact affected owners in writing to organise an inspection and the fitment of replacement parts.

Some 452 BMW 5 Series and 7 Series luxury cars have been recalled due to a potential issue with the autonomous driving systems that could cause the warning and redundancy systems to fail.

According to the recall report, several hundred BMW 5 Series (G60) and 7 Series (G70) cars sold in 2022 and 2023 are affected by a manufacturing defect that could cause the steering wheel-based earth wire to become loose.

“If this occurs, the driving assist functions such as hands-off the steering wheel warning or emergency stop may not activate as intended,” reads the notice.

Affected owners are advised to “contact their preferred authorised BMW dealer or BMW Australia” in order to get their vehicle assessed free of charge.

British luxury marque Rolls-Royce is recalling a total of 39 vehicles built between 2019 and 2023, including the Rolls-Royce Ghost, Ghost LWB and Black Badge Ghost variants, according to the recall notice.

Vehicles affected by the recall could put occupants at risk of shattered glass projectile injury in the event of a side impact collision.

According to the recall note, “the glass display screen may shatter propelling glass fragments inside the cockpit”.

In a worst-case scenario this could lead to “serious injury” to the driver and vehicle occupants.

Owners or drivers of the affected vehicles are urged to contact their nearest Rolls-Royce dealer to arrange an inspection and repair of their vehicle, free of charge.

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