New recalls issued for the Ford Ranger and Everest, Kia Sorento, Hyundai i30, Bentley Bentayga, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Audi TT
2 Sep 2023, 02:00 pm
New recall notices have been issued, affecting Ford, Kia, Hyundai, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz and Audi vehicles.
The 2021-23 Ford Ranger and Everest recall is limited to 4841 examples with the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel and an electronic gear shifter.
The details of each recall, as published, are posted below.
Recalls: 2021-23 Ford Ranger and Everest
- Recall number: REC-005759
- Campaign number: 23S40
- Original published date: 29 August 2023
- Year range: 2021 - 2023
- Affected units: 4841
- List 1: Affected VINs [.csv file] [↗]
- List 2: Affected VINs [.csv file] [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a software issue, under certain circumstances if the battery level drops below a critical threshold, the transmission may shift into Park when the vehicle is travelling at speeds below 6km/h. This may cause a sudden stop without the rear brake lamps illuminating as intended.
What are the hazards?
A sudden stop whilst driving at low speed and the rear brake lamps not illuminating as intended, could increase the potential risk of an accident, causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Ford will contact affected owners in writing requesting they make an appointment at their preferred Ford Authorised Dealership for repair of the exit warning system, free of charge.
Supplier details
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Ford Customer Relationship Centre
- Contact phone: 133 673
Recalls: 2022 Kia Sorento
- Recall number: REC-005767
- Campaign number: 231070
- Original published date: 31 August 2023
- Year range: 2022
- Affected units: 3873
- List of affected VINs [.csv file] [↗]
- Variant applicability: All variants within this model
What are the defects?
Due to a software issue, the turn indicators may not illuminate as intended.
What are the hazards?
If the turn indicators do not illuminate as intended, other road users would be unable to identify if the vehicle is turning. This could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should immediately contact their preferred Kia dealer to schedule an appointment to have the multi-function switch software updated, free of charge.
Supplier details
KIA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Kia Customer Service
- Contact phone: 131 542
- Contact email: customer_service@kia.com.au [↗]
- Contact website: www.kia.com.au [↗]
Recalls: 2010-11 Hyundai i30
- Recall number: REC-005761
- Campaign number: 31D070
- Original published date: 28 August 2023
- Year range: 2010 - 2011
- Affected units: 213
- List of affected VINs [.csv file] [↗]
- Variant applicability: All variants within this model
What are the defects?
The driver's airbag inflator may rupture in the event of airbag deployment.
What are the hazards?
In the event of an airbag inflator rupture, compressed gas and metal fragments may be propelled through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact their preferred authorised Hyundai dealer to have the airbag module replaced, free of charge.
Supplier details
Hyundai Motor Company
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Hyundai Customer Care
- Contact phone: 1800 186 306
- Contact website: www.hyundai.com/au/en/owning/safety-recalls [↗]
Recalls: 2015-23 Bentley Bentayga
- Recall number: REC-005762
- Campaign number: RE23/19 [RC84]
- Original published date: 28 August 2023
- Year range: 2015 - 2023
- Affected units: 158
- List of affected VINs [.csv file] [↗]
What are the defects?
Due to a design defect, the wiring harness within the fuel tank may overheat and melt the fuel inlet flange material. If this occurs fuel may leak, and if exposed to an external ignition source result 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 or bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners should contact their nearest official retailer as soon as possible to have the vehicle inspected and the work carried out, free of charge.
Note: If the relevant warning lamp illuminates in the instrument cluster or the smell of fuel is noticed around the vehicle [e.g. after filing the fuel tank with petrol] owners should contact their local Bentley dealer immediately.
Supplier details
Bentley Motors Limited
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Bentley Authorised Dealer
- Contact website: www.bentleymotors.com/en/apps/dealer-locator.html/country/AU-Aus [↗]
Recalls: 2020-22 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- Recall number: REC-005757
- Campaign number: RC3191
- Original published date: 28 August 2023
- Year range: 2020 - 2022
- Affected units: 132
- List of affected VINs [.csv file] [↗]
What are the defects?
The engine compartment main fuse box connection bolts may not meet specifications and could loosen. If this occurs, it may lead to a sudden loss of motive power and/or a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving and/or a vehicle fire could increase the potential risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.
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?
Customer Assistance Centre
- Contact phone: 1300 300 896
- Contact email: customerassistancecentre@mercedes-benz.com [↗]
Recalls: 2023 Audi TT
- Recall number: REC-005769
- Campaign number: 70J2
- Original published date:2030 August 2023
- Year range: 2023
- Affected units: 31
- Variant applicability: All variants within this model
What are the defects?
The welding connection joining the airbag guide channel and the dash panel of the front passenger’s side, may not meet manufacturing specifications. As a result, the front passenger’s airbag may not deploy as intended.
What are the hazards?
In the event of an accident, an airbag not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Audi Australia Pty Ltd and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Audi dealership to have the work carried out free of charge.
What is the common problem of Ford Everest?
Gearbox Slip There seems to be an auto gearbox issue in some Everests that may feel like the gears are slipping between 2nd and 3rd and between 3rd and 4th. The sound will be similar to that of a clutch slipping in a manual gearbox [revs hunting up and down and feeling like you are in the wrong gear].
What is the transmission problem on the Ford Everest 2023?
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: "Due to a software issue, under certain circumstances if the battery level drops below a critical threshold, the transmission may shift into park when the vehicle is travelling at speeds below 6km/h.
What competes with Ford Everest 2023?
Of the above vehicles, the Isuzu MU-X and Toyota Fortuner [both also based on ute models] are the closest competitors to Everest and Pajero Sport – although the Toyota LandCruiser Prado is also still a popular choice in this segment.
Does the 2023 Ford Everest use AdBlue?
Many new diesel vehicles, including Ford Everest, Ford Endura and 2.0L Transit & Transit Customs, now require the use of a Diesel Exhaust Fluid commonly referred to as AdBlue®.