Recall roundup: Mazda, GWM, Audi

6 Dec 2023, 05:00 am

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New recall notices have been issued, affecting Mazda, GWM and Audi vehicles.

The details of each recall, as published, are posted below.

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Recalls: 2021-23 Mazda BT-50

Recall number: REC-005839
Campaign number: R202303
Original published date: 4 December 2023
Year range: 2021 - 2023
Variants: 3.0 ltr Variants
Affected units: 8936
List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]

What are the defects?

Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel hose may chafe against the engine oil level bracket and become damaged. 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 injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders and/or damage to property.

What should consumers do?

When parts are available, Mazda Australia will contact affected customers to advise them to present their vehicle to their preferred Mazda Dealer to have the fuel hose replaced at no charge. Consumers who require further information should contact Mazda Customer Support on 1800 034 411.

Supplier details

MAZDA AUSTRALIA PTY. LIMITED

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Mazda Customer Support

Contact phone: 1800 034 411
Contact website: mazda.com.au [↗]
Contact email: customersupport@mazda.com.au [↗]

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Recalls: 2023 Audi A4, A5, Q3, Q7, Q8, TT

Recall number: REC-005841
Campaign number: 72N5
Original published date: 30 November 2023
Year range: 2023
Affected units: 29
List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]

What are the defects?

Due to a manufacturing defect, the outer backrest frame of the front seats may have been incorrectly welded. As a result, the seat frame could fracture.

What are the hazards?

In the event of an accident, a fractured seat frame could increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Audi Australia Pty Ltd in writing and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Audi dealership to have rectification work carried out, free of charge.