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New recall notices have been issued, affecting Toyota, Lotus, Land Rover and McLaren vehicles.
The details of each recall, as published, are posted below.
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Recalls: 2022-23 Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport
- Recall number: REC-005853
- Campaign number: YGG89
- Original published date: 18 December 2023
- Year range: 2022 - 2023
- Variants: Yaris Cross Hybrid GR-S 1.5L Auto CVT Hatch
- Affected units: 245
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
The tyres fitted to vehicles within this production range do not meet the Australian Design Rule 81/02 (ADR 81/02) requirements and may result in increased fuel consumption than is indicated on the fuel consumption label.
What are the hazards?
There is no safety hazard and the defect will not affect the performance of the vehicle. The vehicles are not compliant with ADR 81/02 - Fuel Consumption Labelling for Light Vehicles.
What should consumers do?
Toyota will contact affected owners in writing, requesting they make an appointment at their preferred Toyota dealer who will replace all four tyres, free of charge.
To find a local dealer visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/find-a-dealer [↗] or to make an appointment visit, https://www.toyota.com.au/owners/service/online-service-booking [↗].
For further information, consumers should contact the Toyota Recall Assist helpline on 1800 987 366 (Monday to Friday, 8am - 6pm AEDT).
Supplier details
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Toyota Recall Assist Support Line
- Contact phone: 1800 987 366
- Contact website: toyota.com.au/recalls [↗] or toyota.com.au/owners/service/online-service-booking [↗]
- Contact email: recallsupport@toyota.dataresponse.com.au [↗]
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Recalls: 2022-23 Lotus Emira
- Recall number: REC-005857
- Campaign number: 2023/03R
- Original published date: 19 December 2023
- Year range: 2022 - 2023
- Variants: All variants within this model
- Affected units: 101
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the driver and passenger side A-pillar trims may have been fitted incorrectly. As a result, in an event of the side curtain airbags deployment the force from the airbag could cause the A-pillars cover to detach.
What are the hazards?
If the A-pillar trim detaches, plastic fragments may be propelled towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted directly by their Lotus dealer to arrange for replacement of the vehicle A-pillar trim assembly, free of charge.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email at customercare@lotuscars.com.au [↗].
Supplier details
Lotus Cars Limited
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Lotus Cars Limited
- Contact website: lotuscars.com [↗]
- Contact email: customercare@lotuscars.com.au [↗]
Recalls: 2022-23 Lotus Emira
- Recall number: REC-005856
- Campaign number: 2023/02R
- Original published date: 19 December 2023
- Year range: 2022 - 2023
- Variants: All variants within this model
- Affected units: 76
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a software issue, the windscreen wipers may operate at half the required speed. In the event of heavy rain this may lead to poor visibility for the driver.
What are the hazards?
Poor visibility will potentially 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 will be contacted directly by their Lotus dealer to arrange for replacement of the windscreen wipers motor assembly, free of charge.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email at customercare@lotuscars.com.au [↗].
Supplier details
Lotus Cars Limited
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Lotus Cars Limited
- Contact website: lotuscars.com [↗]
- Contact email: customercare@lotuscars.com.au [↗]
Recalls: 2022 Lotus Emira
- Recall number: REC-005855
- Campaign number: 2023/01R
- Original published date: 19 December 2023
- Year range: 2022
- Variants: All variants within this model
- Affected units: 26
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a defect during assembly, the driver and passenger's seatbelt locking mechanism may engage at the incorrect point. As a result, the seatbelt could engage tightly across the chest and waist and limit movements which may lead to restricted visibility. Additionally, the seatbelt could require increased effort to unbuckle.
What are the hazards?
Limited movement and restricted visibility for the driver may increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users. In the event of an emergency exit from the vehicle an increased effort to unbuckle the seatbelt could increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted directly by their Lotus dealer to arrange a service date for replacement of the seatbelts, free of charge.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email at customercare@lotuscars.com.au [↗].
Supplier details
Lotus Cars Limited
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Lotus Cars Limited
- Contact website: lotuscars.com [↗]
- Contact email: customercare@lotuscars.com.au [↗]
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Recalls: 2023 Range Rover & Range Rover Sport
- Recall number: REC-005846
- Campaign number: H845
- Original published date: 13 December 2023
- Year range: 2023
- Variants: All variants within this model
- Affected units: 2023
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded nut securing the engine oil cooler hose may not have been tightened sufficiently. As a result, the cooler hose could become loose and detach. If this occurs, engine oil could leak into the engine bay and accumulate in the presence of an ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred Jaguar Land Rover authorised dealer to have the engine oil cooler hose fixings inspected and replaced if required, free of charge.
Supplier details
JAGUAR LAND ROVER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Land Rover Customer Relations Center
- Contact phone: 1800 625 642
- Contact website: landrover.com.au [↗]
- Contact email: crcau@jaguarlandrover.com [↗]
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Recalls: 2022-23 McLaren Artura
- Recall number: REC-005840
- Campaign number: 2023/002
- Original published date: 13 December 2023
- Year range: 2022 - 2023
- Variants: All variants within this model
- Affected units: 18
- List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the low pressure fuel pipe assembly may detach. If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders and/or damage property.
What should consumers do?
McLaren will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment with their preferred authorised McLaren Dealer to have the rectification work carried out. This will be free of charge.
Affected vehicles should not be driven until this repair is complete.
Supplier details
McLaren Automotive Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
McLaren Client Services
- Contact phone: +44 (0) 1483 357900
- Contact website: cars.mclaren.com [↗]
- Contact email: client.services@mclaren.com [↗]
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