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New recall notices have been issued, affecting Mazda, Nissan, Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Jeep and McLaren vehicles.
The details of each recall, as published, are posted below.
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Recall: 2013-20 Mazda 3 (BM, BN) & CX-3 (DK)
- Recall number: REC-005733
- Campaign number: R202301
- Original published date: 1 August 2023
- Year range: 2013 - 2020
- Affected units: 176,048
- List of affected Mazda 3 VINs (.csv file) [↗]
- List of affected Mazda CX-3 VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the rear-view camera wiring harness may become damaged and could cause the rear-view image to become distorted or flicker.
What are the hazards?
If the rear-view camera display does not clearly display the rear-view image as intended, it could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to any persons located behind the vehicle.
What should consumers do?
When parts become available, Mazda will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment at their preferred Mazda Authorised Dealership to have the work carried out free of charge.
Supplier details
MAZDA AUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Mazda Customer Support
- Contact phone: 1800 034 411
- Contact email: customersupport@mazda.com.au [↗]
- Contact website: https://www.mazda.com.au/ [↗]
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Recall: 2018-23 Nissan Leaf
- Recall number: REC-005730
- Campaign number: R23A6
- Original published date: 27 July 2023
- Year range: 2018 - 2023
- Affected units: 1766
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
- Variants: Leaf, Leaf (e+)
What are the defects?
Due to a software issue, the Cruise Control function may not operate as intended and could cause unintentional acceleration when deactivated.
What are the hazards?
An unintentional acceleration when using the Cruise Control function may increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners should contact their local Nissan Dealership to schedule an appointment to have their Cruise Control software updated, free of charge.
Supplier details
NISSAN MOTOR CO. (AUSTRALIA) PTY. LTD.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Nissan Australia
- Contact phone: 1800 035 035
- Contact email: csc@nissan.com.au [↗]
- Contact website: https://www.nissan.com.au/ [↗]
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Recall: 2023 Range Rover & Range Rover Sport
- Recall number: REC-005734
- Campaign number: N810
- Original published date: 31 July 2023
- Year range: 2023
- Affected units: 780
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a software issue, the headlamps may not operate as intended. This may result in a loss of headlights, front position lamps, daytime running lights and direction indicator functions leading to reduced or poor visibility.
What are the hazards?
Reduced or poor visibility may affect the night vision of the driver, increasing the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
Affected vehicles are not compliant with the Australian Design Rule ADR 46/00 – Headlamps.
What should consumers do?
Owners should contact their preferred Jaguar Land Rover authorised dealer to have their Headlamp Control Module software updated, free of charge.
Supplier details
JAGUAR LAND ROVER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Land Rover Customer Relationship Centre
- Contact phone: 1800 625 642
- Contact email: crcau@landrover.com [↗]
- Contact website: landrover.com.au [↗]
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Recall: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Recall number: REC-005738
- Campaign number: Z50
- Original published date: 31 July 2023
- Year range: 2021
- Affected units: 84
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the rear tail lamps may not illuminate as intended. If this occurs during dark conditions, the traffic behind will have reduced visibility and may not be able to identify the vehicle.
What are the hazards?
If the traffic behind is unable to identify the vehicle, it could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact their nearest authorised Jeep Dealer to have the work carried out, free of charge.
Supplier details
FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Stellantis Australia
- Contact phone: 1800 075 397
- Contact email: auscustomercare@stellantis.com.au [↗]
- Contact website: https://www.jeep.com.au/ [↗]
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Recall: 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
- Recall number: REC-005739
- Campaign number: RC3160
- Original published date: 31 July 2023
- Year range: 2022
- Affected units: 38
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
The tyres within this production range may not meet manufacturing specifications which may lead to deflation of the tyre and/or the tyre tread could detach partially or completely whilst driving. This could result in a loss of vehicle control.
What are the hazards?
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of an accident causing serious injuries or death to the vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge.
A full list of authorised dealerships can be found at:
www.mercedes-benz.com.au [↗]
Alternatively, please use the Mercedes-Benz online booking service.
www.mercedes-benz.com.au/servicebooking [↗]
Supplier details
MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centre
- Contact phone: 1300 300 896
- Contact email: customerassistancecentre@mercedes-benz.com [↗]
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Recall: 2018-19 McLaren 600LT
- Recall number: REC-005732
- Campaign number: 2023/001
- Original published date: 1 August 2023
- Year range: 2018 - 2019
- Affected units: 28
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing issue, the joint between the coolant pipe and the temperature sensor may not be sealed adequately. This could cause a coolant leak resulting in a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire increases the risk of an accident, serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred authorised McLaren Dealer to make an appointment to have work carried out free of charge.
This remedy will be carried out at no charge to the customer.
Supplier details
McLaren Automotive Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
McLaren Client Services
- Contact phone: +44 (0) 1483 357900
- Contact email: client.services@mclaren.com [↗]
- Contact website: https://cars.mclaren.com/ [↗]
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