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CONSUMER TESTING SERVICES (CTS) 16 – 31 AUGUST 2011
PRODUCT RECALLS
CONTENTS AUTOMOTIVE Pages 1 to 21
THE SGS PUBLICATION GATHERING CONSUMER PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE EU, IN THE USA AND IN AUSTRALIA
Motor Vehicle (38)
Child Safety Seat (0)
Motor Vehicle Equipment (4)
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Kawasaki—EJ800ABF, KLX450ABF, KL250JBF, KX450EBF, KX250YBF and KX85BBF
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
EJ800ABF - 2011 W800 KLX450ABF - 2011 KLX450R KL250JBF - 2011 STOCKMAN KX450EBF - 2011 KX450F KX250YBF - 2011 KX250F KX85BBF - 2011 KX85 II
Imported between January 2011 and May 2011.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: DAD521A
TARGET NUMBER: 253
VIN Range: KL250JBF - JKAKLMJ1#BA015135 to JKAKLMJ1#BA015174 KLX450ABF - JKALXGA1#BA015352 to JKALXGA1#BA015399 EJ800ABF - JKBEJCA1#BA000528 to JKBEJCA1#BA002015 KX85BBF - JKBKXFBC#BA030602 to JKBKXFBC#BA030611 KX250YBF - JKAKXMYC#BA008679 to JKAKXMYC#BA009002 KX450EBF - JKAKXGEC#BA023992 to JKAKXGEC#BA024108
SUPPLIER
Kawasaki Motors Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
A damaged tube will cause air to escape, resulting in a flat tyre, which may create the potential for an accident.
DEFECTS
The tyre rube may be damaged by being pinched betweent the tyre and the rim suring the tyre assembly process.
Kawasaki will write to owners of affected vehicles.
Owners are advised to return the affected vehicles to their authorised Kawasaki dealer who will perform the necessary repairs free of charge.
AUSTRALIA Hino—RB8 Bus
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Hino RB8 spare wheel carrier.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Model XZU437R–HKFTDQ3; Chassis No. & Range 001003 to 001211 Model XZU439R-HKFTDQ3; Chassis No. & Range 001005 to 001045
Campaign numbers: RCH1001, RCH1002 and RCH1003
TARGET NUMBER: 96
SUPPLIER
Hino Motor Sales Australia Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
Without the welded attachment of the spare wheel carrier support beam to the chassis rail, cracking may occur leading to the eventual failure of a vertical mounting plate in the spare wheel carrier frame assembly.
DEFECTS
The spare wheel carrier assembly installation is incomplete, whereby two welds connecting the spare wheel carrier support beam to the chassis rail may not have been included in the original installation.
All owners of affected vehicles will be contacted individually by letter.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Hino Dealer for inspection and rectification, if necessary.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Ford—SZ Territory
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Certain Ford SZ Territory models sold between June 2011 to July 2011.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: S1108
TARGET NUMBER: 3,399
SUPPLIER
Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited
No picture available.
HAZARDS
Potential fire hazard.
DEFECTS
The fuel return pipe fitted to the vehicle could separate and allow fuel to leak under the vehicle.
Ford will write to owners of affected vehicles.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised dealership for inspection and rectification.
For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford's Customer Relationship Centre on 1800 503 672.
AUSTRALIA Citroen—C3 Vehicles
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
C3 vehicles fitted with a 1.6L HDI 92HP engine.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
See attached VIN list.
Campaign number: MLZ
TARGET NUMBER: 18
SUPPLIER
Ateco Automotive Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.citroen.com.au
No picture available.
HAZARDS
Some surrounding components on the engine may be affected.
DEFECTS
The fixing bracket of the air unit on the engine may break under the effect of vibrations.
Citroen will write to owners of affected vehicles.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Citroen dealership to arrange for inspection of their vehicles and removal and replacement of the affected component.
AUSTRALIA Jaguar—Diesel X-Type
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Diesel X-Type from 2006 model year to 2010 model year.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
VIN range: E65409 to J63579 Campaign number: J024
TARGET NUMBER: 130
SUPPLIER
Jaguar Australia
No picture available.
HAZARDS
Vehicle speed cannot be reduced through the activation of the cruise control speed adjustment wheel. Turning the ignition off will cancel the cruise control function.
DEFECTS
Should an error with certain interfacing systems be detected, the cruise control system will be disabled and an error message displayed to the driver on the instrument cluster. Should one of these error states occur whilst the cruise control is engaged, it is not possible to cancel cruise control using the cruise control cancel button, brake pedal operation or change of gear.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by letter.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Jaguar dealership for an update to the engine management controller software.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Toyota—Dyna (Wide and Narrow Cabs)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Toyota Dyna model vehicles
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
See attached VIN list.
Campaign number: 1524H
TARGET NUMBER: 732
SUPPLIER
Toyota Motor Corporation
No picture available.
HAZARDS
In the worst case, vehicle controllability may be affected. The vibration diminishes as the vehicle's speed reduces, however.
DEFECTS
In the affected vehicles, if the front tyre(s) are subjected to a large external force such as running over a large pot hole or bump in the road at high speed, there is a possibility that the steering wheels may vibrate.
The degree of vibration may be inflenced by vehicle loading, tyre condition and wheel alignment.
Owners of the affected vehicles will be notified by mail at their last known address.
Toyota technicians will install a steering damper (and on some models a tie rod) to the affected vehicles. This will be performed at no cost to vehicle owners.
AUSTRALIA Mitsubishi—MK Triton (Dual and Single Cabs)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
MK Triton (dual cab) 2wd 4cyl and MK Triton (single cab) 2wd 4cyl, sold from May 2003 to December 2006.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
VIN range: MK Triton (dual cab) - MMBJNK6503D010900 to MMBJNK6503D036866 MK Triton (single cab) - MMB0NK6503D011505 to MMB0NK6506F009641
Campaign number:010053
TARGET NUMBER: 9500
SUPPLIER
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
The position of the tray relative to the towball mounting may not comply with the Australian Standard AS4177.1 1994 which requires a three dimensional clearance space around the towball mounting.
DEFECTS
Some combinations of genuine accessory aluminium trays and genuine accessory towbars fitted to the affected Triton model vehicles may not comply with part of the Australian Design Rules (ADR 62/01).
All affected owners will be contacted by mail.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Mitsubishi dealership for inspection and replacement of the towbar tongue, if necessary.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Mercedes-Benz—ACTROS 930 - 934
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Mercedes-Benz Actros 930-934 trucks produced from December 2009 to April 2011
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: RC897
TARGET NUMBER: 254
SUPPLIER
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
In extreme cases this may result in a short circuit.
DEFECTS
It is possible that the engine wiring harness may chafe on a mounting bracket.
Letters will be sent to affected owners.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Mecedes-Benz dealership a protective cover fitted to the mounting bracket, free of charge.
AUSTRALIA Hino—300 Series and Dutro
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Hino 300 Series and Dutro vehicles
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: A7470
TARGET NUMBER: 17, 902
SUPPLIER
Hino Motor Sales Australia Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
In the worst case, vehicle controllability may be affected. The vibration diminishes as the vehicle's speed reduces, however.
DEFECTS
In the affected vehicles, if the front tyre(s) are subjected to a large external force such as running over a large pot hole or bump in the road at high speed, there is a possibility that the steering wheels may vibrate.
The degree of vibration may be inflenced by vehicle loading, tyre condition and wheel alignment.
All owners of affected vehicles will be contacted individually by letter.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Hino Dealer for installation of the steering damper.
AUSTRALIA Mercedes-Benz—ACTROS 930 - 934
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks produced from April 2007 to January 2010
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: RC898
TARGET NUMBER: 95
SUPPLIER
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
There is a possibility of oil contacting hot engine components.
DEFECTS
In extreme cases the oil dipstick tube closing plug may leak.
Letters will be sent to affected owners.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Mecedes-Benz dealership to have the oil dipstick tube closing plug replaced with a modified type, free of charge.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Motor vehicles
PRODUCT: Motorcycle
BRAND: Honda
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL
type ST1300/A PAN EUROPEAN (model code: SC51)
DESCRIPTION
The recall concerns motorcycles manufactured between 24 October 2007 and 15 June 2011. The affected VINs and Type Approval numbers are attached.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Japan
No picture available.
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because, due to interference between the rear brake reservoir hose and the bolt of the speed sensor guide located on the swing arm, the rear brake reservoir hose may become damaged. Continued use in this condition can result in loss of brake fluid and air can be ingested into the rear brake system. As a result, rigidity of the foot pedal drops due to air ingestion and the function of the rear brake pedal can be lost.
Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer.
EU/GREECE CATEGORY: Motor vehicles
PRODUCT: Passenger car "Civic"
BRAND: HONDA
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL
Passenger cars, models Civic 4 Dr (model code: FD1 and FD4) and FR-V (model code: BE1
DESCRIPTION
The recall concerns vehicles manufactured between 1 July 2008 and 23 June 2010. The affected VINs and Type Approval Numbers are attached.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Japan
No picture available.
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries as the water pump pulley may detach and may cause engine complications leading to the loss of power steering assistance.
Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.
AUSTRALIA Mercedes-Benz—ACTROS 930 - 934
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Mercedes-Benz Actros 930-934 trucks produced from February 2007 to January 2010.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: RC899
TARGET NUMBER: 456
SUPPLIER
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
There is a possibility of oil contacting hot engine components. There is also a possiblility of a short circuit occuring should the wire harness chafe on a mounting bracket.
DEFECTS
In extreme cases the oil dipstick tube closing plug may leak. It is also possible that the engine wiring harness may chafe on a mounting bracket.
Letters will be sent to affected owners.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Mecedes-Benz dealership to have the closing plug replaced with a modified type and a protective cover fitted to the mounting bracket, free of charge.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
EU/GERMANY
CATEGORY: Motor vehicles
PRODUCT
Passenger car BMW 6 Series convertible
BRAND: BMW
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL
EC type approval: e1*2007/46*0562*, type: 6C, F12
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles affected are manufactured between 9 June 2010 and 28 June 2011.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
No picture available.
INJURIES
The product poses a risk of injuries because, due to a miscalibration of the sensor, the active pedestrian-protection system might not be activated on impact with a pedestrian, who might suffer more serious injuries as a result.
Voluntary corrective action.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
BMW / x5-2009
MANUFACTURER
BMW of north America, llc
COMPONENT
fuel system, diesel: pre-heater
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
2,120
SUMMARY
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 x5 xdrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from October 1, 2008, through June 12, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly leading to a vehicle fire.
REMEDY
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during October 2011. Owners may contact BMW customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
EU/SPAIN CATEGORY: Motor vehicles
PRODUCT
Passenger car911 Turbo, 911 Turbo S, 911 GT3, 911GT3 RS and 911 GT2 RS
BRAND: Porsche
TYPE/NUMBER OF MODEL
Vehicles manufactured since 2010 with options 422 and 430 (centre locking wheels).
DESCRIPTION: Passenger car.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Germany
No picture available.
INJURIES
The products pose a risk of injuries because on vehicles with centre locking (racing style) wheels, the nuts holding the wheel onto the axle could work loose, releasing the wheel.
Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
ic / be-2007-2012
ic / ce-2007-2012
MANUFACTURER
Navistar, inc
COMPONENT
electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
15,457
SUMMARY
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 ic ce and be school buses manufactured from June 27, 2006, through March 23, 2011, equipped with a maxxforce 7 engine feature code 12nth, 12ntd, 12nte, 12ntg, 12vyy, or 12627 and alternator feature code 0008ggr, 0008ggm, 0008gwx, or 0008gel. The positive alternator cable may rub on the engine control module mounting bracket, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
REMEDY
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the alternator cable and the installation of the tie straps to route the alternator cable away from the engine control module mounting bracket. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about September 23, 2011. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Orion / vii-2010
MANUFACTURER
Daimler buses North America, inc.
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
96
SUMMARY
Daimler buses North America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2010 Orion vii transit buses manufactured from November 2010 through January 2011, equipped with a Cummins isb, isx, isc, or isl diesel engine. The v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
REMEDY
Dbna is working with Cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized Cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or dbna at 905-403-1111.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Tiffin / phaeton-2010-2012
MANUFACTURER
Tiffin motorhomes, inc.
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
149
SUMMARY
Tiffin is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 phaeton motorhomes with floor plans qbh, qkh, and qth that are built with 2010 epa-certified engines on powerglide chassis. The exhaust pipe is mounted too close to the underside of the floor.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Melting of the insulation can occur, possibly resulting in a fire.
REMEDY
Tiffin will notify owners, and dealers will attach a heat shield to the bottom of the floor and an insulating sock or blanket will be wrapped around the exhaust pipe. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
pierce / arrow xt-2011
pierce / custom contender-2011
pierce / dash cf-2011
pierce / impel-2011
pierce / saber-2011
pierce / velocity-2011
MANUFACTURER
pierce manufacturing
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
18
SUMMARY
Pierce is recalling certain model year 2011 arrow xt, custom contender, dash cf, impel, saber, and velocity emergency vehicles manufactured from January 24, 2011, through April 19, 2011, equipped with a Cummins isb, isx, isc, or isl diesel engine. The v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
REMEDY
Pierce is working with Cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized Cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
micro bird / g5-2010-2011
micro bird / mb ii-2010-2011
MANUFACTURER
corp. micro bird, inc.
COMPONENT
electrical system: wiring
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
671
SUMMARY
Micro bird is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 micro bird g5 and mb ii school buses manufactured from October 1, 2009, through March 16, 2011. The wire on the 8-way flashing light power circuit is too small causing the terminal connection to overheat. If the connection fails, the 8-way system will stop working.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
In absence of the flashing lights, a vehicle approaching a school bus that is loading or unloading students, may not stop. This situation could cause injury or death of a passenger.
REMEDY
Micro bird will notify owners, and provide an uprated wiring kit with a relay, free of charge. Micro bird will reimburse for labor. The safety recall is expected to begin during September 2011. Owners may contact micro bird at 1-819-477-2012.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Terex / hr37-2000-2001
Terex / hr40-2000-2001
MANUFACTURER
Terex telelect, inc.
COMPONENT
equipment
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
109
SUMMARY
Terex is recalling certain model year 2000 and 2001 hr37m and hr40m utility trucks manufactured from November 2000 through December 2001. The aerial devices installed on these trucks may contain a lower boom lift cylinder with defective components. The material used to produce the cylinder rod ends was not to specifications.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
The cylinder rod ends may crack causing the cylinder to disconnect while in use. Personal injury or death can occur to the user or to persons around the vehicle.
REMEDY
Terex will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cylinder rod ends for cracks. Dealers will also test the cylinder material for hardness. The manufacturer has not yet provided the agency with a notification schedule. Owners may contact Terex utilities warranty department by calling 1-605-884-3892 or email to utilities.warranty@terex.com.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Porsche / 911 carrera-2012
Porsche / 911 carrera 4-2012
Porsche / 911 carrera 4 gts-2012
Porsche / 911 carrera 4s-2012
Porsche / 911 carrera gts-2012
Porsche / 911 carrera s-2012
Porsche / 911 gt3 rs-2012
Porsche / 911 speedster-2012
Porsche / 911 targa 4-2012
Porsche / 911 targa 4s-2012
Porsche / 911 turbo-2012
Porsche / 911 turbo s-2012
Porsche / boxster-2012
Porsche / boxster s-2012
Porsche / boxster spyder-2012
Porsche / cayman-2012
Porsche / cayman r-2012
Porsche / cayman s-2012
MANUFACTURER
Porsche cars North America, inc.
COMPONENT
seat belts
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
235
SUMMARY
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011 911 speedster and 911 gts rs 4.0; and model year 2012 boxster (including s and spyder); cayman (including s and r); 911 carrera (including s, gts, 4, 4s, and 4 gts); 911 targa 4 and targa 4s; and 911 turbo and turbo s models manufactured from May 31, 2011, through June 10, 2011. There is a possibility that the mounting holes in the seat belt anchor plates fitted to the vehicle are too small. If the hole diameter is too small, the anchor plate may not be able to rotate about the fastening bolt as designed.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Should this occur, the seat belt may not be routed optimally around the occupant, or may potentially loosen at some point in the future increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
REMEDY
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and, if necessary, replace the seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
ic / be-2007-2012
ic / ce-2007-2012
MANUFACTURER
Navistar, inc
COMPONENT
electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
73
SUMMARY
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 ic ce and be commercial buses manufactured from June 27, 2006, through March 23, 2011, equipped with a maxxforce 7 engine. The positive alternator cable may rub on the engine control module mounting bracket, possibly chaffing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
REMEDY
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the alternator cable and the installation of the tie straps to route the alternator cable away from the engine control module mounting bracket. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about September 23, 2011. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Isuzu / npr-2012
Isuzu / nqr-2012
MANUFACTURER
Isuzu manufacturing services of America
COMPONENT
vehicle speed control
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
614
SUMMARY
Isuzu is recalling certain model year 2012 n-series trucks equipped with gasoline engines, manufactured from April 27, 2011, through July 26, 2011. Due to a calibration error in the ecm software, in the event of a failure or malfunction of the brake pedal switch, application of the brake pedal will not cause the cruise control to be canceled.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
This condition could result in a vehicle crash.
REMEDY
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ecm software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin late August or early September 2011. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-455-7595.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
international / paystar-2010-2012
international / prostar-2010-2012
international / transtar-2010-2012
international / workstar-2010-2012
MANUFACTURER
Navistar, inc
COMPONENT
electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
5,663
SUMMARY
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 paystar, workstar, transtar, and prostar commercial trucks manufactured from June 1, 2009, through May 31, 2011, equipped with a maxxforce 11 or 13 engine (feature code 12uxj or 12uxh) and with alternator feature code 08ggn, 08ggr, 08 ghg, or 08ghh. The alternator cable may rub on the high pressure power steering hose, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
REMEDY
Navistar will install a bracket to route the wires away from the power steering hose. Navistar did not provide an expected start date for the recall, but an interim notice will be mailed to owners if parts will not be available until after October 14, 2011. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
altec / dc912a-2009-2011
altec / wc126a-2009-2011
MANUFACTURER
altec industries inc.
COMPONENT
suspension: rear: axle: spindle
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
210
SUMMARY
Altec is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 dc-912a and model year 2010 and 2011 wc126a wood chippers manufactured from January 2009 through July 2011. Fatigue failures can occur at the bearing grease hole located on the axle spindle.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
The spindle on the axle could fail allowing the wheel to separate from the chipper, possibly resulting in a crash.
REMEDY
Altec will notify owners and dealers will replace the axles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact altec at 1-877-435-9258.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Ducati / diavel-2011
MANUFACTURER
Ducati North America
COMPONENT
structure: motorcycle kickstand/center stand
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
919
SUMMARY
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011 diavel motorcycles manufactured from May 18, 2010, through June 13, 2011. The side stand was manufactured with insufficient material in the pivot area.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
This could result in the possible bending and breakage of the side stand in the pivot area allowing the motorcycle to fall over possibly resulting in injury to the rider or others near the motorcycle.
REMEDY
Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the side stand and pivot bolt free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
srtc / trailer-2010-2012
MANUFACTURER
snake river trailer company
COMPONENT
latches/locks/linkages: hatchback/lift gate: lock
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
13
SUMMARY
Snake river trailer company is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 srtc livestock trailers manufactured from May 26, 2010, through February 24, 2011 and built with an automatically latching rear gate. These trailers are equipped with a gate latch release handle located on the outside, to be reached through a window while inside the trailer should the gate become closed. Due to factors such as arm length, some users may not be able to reach the outside handle once inside.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Personal injury can occur should someone become trapped within the trailer.
REMEDY
Snake river will contact owners, and dealers will install a handle that is accessible from inside the trailer. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact snake river at 1-208-455-2768.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
C&B / trailer-2010-2011
MANUFACTURER
C&B quality trailer works, inc.
COMPONENT
equipment
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
28
SUMMARY
C & B is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 C&B livestock trailers manufactured from June 30, 2010, through February 21, 2011 and built with an automatically latching rear gate. These trailers are equipped with a gate latch release handle located on the outside; to be reached through a window while inside the trailer should the gate become closed. Due to factors such as arm length, some users may not be able to reach the outside handle once inside.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Personal injury can occur should someone become trapped within the trailer.
REMEDY
C&B will contact owners, and dealers will install a handle that is accessible from inside the trailer. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact c & b at 1-208-455-2768.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
blue bird / all American-2011-2012
blue bird / vision-2011-2012
MANUFACTURER
blue bird body company
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
24
SUMMARY
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 all American non-school buses manufactured from November 2, 2010, through March 17, 2011, and vision conventional non-November 2, 2010, through March 17, 2011, equipped with a Cummins diesel engine. The v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
REMEDY
Blue bird is working with Cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized Cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact Cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
blue bird / all American-2011-2012
blue bird / vision-2011-2012
MANUFACTURER
blue bird body company
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
860
SUMMARY
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 all American school buses manufactured from October 13, 2010, through March 8, 2011, and vision school buses manufactured from October 2, 2010, through February 2, 2011, equipped with a Cummins diesel engine. The v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
REMEDY
Blue bird is working with Cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized Cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Dutchmen / Rubicon-2011-2012
MANUFACTURER
Dutchmen manufacturing, inc.
COMPONENT
equipment: recreational vehicle: lpg furnace
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
171
SUMMARY
Dutchmen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 rubicon travel trailers manufactured from December 8, 2010, through July 15, 2011. These vehicles may have been manufactured with the exterior furnace vent not installed in the sidewall of the trailer. The furnace can run without the proper exhaust ventilation and release carbon monoxide to the interior of the unit.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
This could result in asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning. The heat build up from the exhaust can also result in a fire.
REMEDY
Dealers will inspect the trailer to verify the furnace exhaust is present and install one if necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Dutchmen at 1-574-537-0700.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Spartan / bus-2011 Spartan / furion-2011
Spartan / gladiator-2010-2011 Spartan / k2-2011-2012
Spartan / k3-2011-2012
Spartan / metro star-2010-2011
Spartan / mm-2011-2012
MANUFACTURER
Spartan chassis, inc.
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
212
SUMMARY
Spartan is recalling certain model year 2010, 2011, and 2012 recreational vehicles, models mm, k2, k3, bus, furion, gladiator, and metro star, manufactured from September 29, 2010, through June 20, 2011, equipped with a Cummins isb, isc, isl, or isx diesel engine. The v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
REMEDY
Spartan is working with Cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized Cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or Spartan at 1-800-543-5008 - option 5.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
holiday rambler / trip-2011
Monaco / vesta-2011
MANUFACTURER
Monaco / vesta
COMPONENT
electrical system: fuses and circuit breakers
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
78
SUMMARY
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 Monaco vesta and holiday rambler trip recreational vehicles manufactured from May 28, 2010, through May 18, 2011. The fuse in the high beam headlight electrical circuit may blow under normal operating conditions disabling the headlights without warning, possibly resulting in reduced driver visibility.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Reduced driver visibility increases the risk of a crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
REMEDY
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will modify the wiring and install an uprated fuse, free of charge. Navistar intends to send out an interim notice to owners if parts will not be available before October 14, 2011. Owners nay contact Navistar at 1-877-466-6226.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
triumph / tiger 800-2011-2012
triumph / tiger 800 xc-2011-2012
MANUFACTURER
triumph motorcycles America ltd
COMPONENT
structure: motorcycle kickstand/center stand
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
668
SUMMARY
Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from September 2010 through June 2011. The optional accessory center stand assembly contains a defective return spring that may break.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
If the return spring breaks, the center stand may unexpectedly drop and drag along the road surface, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY
Dealers will replace the return spring and repair the motorcycles free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-854-2010.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
triumph / tiger 800-2011-2012
triumph / tiger 800 xc-2011-2012
MANUFACTURER
triumph motorcycles America ltd
COMPONENT
engine and engine cooling
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
1,485
SUMMARY
Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from September 2010 through June 2011, for a problem with the engine management software.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
The rider may notice lower rpms and when decelerating the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY
Dealers will download new engine management software into the motorcycles electronic control unit (ecu), free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.
USA VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL
Itasca / impulse-2011 Itasca / impulse silver-2011 Winnebago / access-2009-2012 Winnebago / access premier-2009-2012 Winnebago / chalet-2009-2012
MANUFACTURER
Winnebago industries, inc.
COMPONENT
equipment: recreational vehicle: lpg tank assembly
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED
418
SUMMARY
Winnebago is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Winnebago access, access premier, chalet and model year 2011 Itasca impulse, and impulse silver motor homes manufactured from March 5, 2008, through April 28, 2011. These vehicles may have the potential for the propane supply hose to make contact with the metal door frame.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Contact with the door frame may wear through the hose causing a propane leak, which could ignite and result in personal injury or death.
REMEDY
Dealers will check to make sure the propane supply hose is not damaged and replace it if necessary and add a clamp to route hose away from any unfriendly surfaces. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before September 2, 2011. Owners may contact Winnebago industries owner relations at 1-641-585-6939.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
AUSTRALIA Redranger Pty Ltd—Whiteline Adjustable Rear Sway Bar
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Whiteline adjustable rear sway bar.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Product part numbers: BSR33Z & BSR33XZ Applicable vehicles: Subaru Impreza GD1 MY01-02 INCL TURBO & STI 10/00-9/02
Product part numbers: BSR36Z & BSR36XZ Applicable vehicles: Subaru Impreza STI GD MY03-04 10/02-9/04 Subaru Impreza GD2 MY03-07 INCL WRX, EXCL STI 9/02-9/07 Saab 9-2X 9-2X 9/02-9/07
SUPPLIER
Redranger Pty Ltd
SUPPLIER'S WEB SITE
http://www.whiteline.com.au
HAZARDS
Clearance issues with factory brake line which may reduce braking efficiency.
DEFECTS
The sway bar blade arm length is too long.
Customers should take their vehicle to the original installer or nearest authorised Whiteline Performance Center for inspection and rectification.
For further informaiton please Free call 1300-882-355 or email support@whiteline.com.au
AUSTRALIA Triumph—Triumph Geniune Accessory Top Box Locking Handle
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The top box locking clip fitted to the genuine accessory top box for the Tiger 800, Tiger 800 ABS, Tiger 800XC, Tiger 800XC ABS Sprint GT model motorcycles marketed in Australia.
IDENTIFYING FEATURES
Campaign number: 427
TARGET NUMBER: 107
SUPPLIER
Triumph Motorcycle Company Ltd
No picture available.
HAZARDS
The top box may obstruct traffic, potentially causing an accident.
DEFECTS
The box may accidentally detach from the motorcycle.
Owners of affected motorcycles will be contacted by letter.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Triumph dealership for inspection and rectification, if necessary.
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AUTO: MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT
NOTIFYING COUNTRY
PRODUCT DANGER MEASURES ADOPTED
USA EQUIPMENT BRAND NAME / PART NO. OR MODEL NO.
Meritor / mfs08113bnh12
Meritor / mfs08113bnh14
MANUFACTURER
Meritor, inc
COMPONENT
power train: axle assembly
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED:
239
SUMMARY
Meritor is recalling certain Meritor mfs08113bnh12 and mfs08113bnh14 series axle assemblies sold and installed as original equipment for certain heavy trucks. The wheel bearing cone rollers may not have been properly heat treated. These bearing products contain a date code, "zj".
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
Improperly heat treated bearings can fail under loads/stresses possibly resulting in a wheel separation and a crash.
REMEDY
Meritor will replace the bearing in the affected axles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners may contact Meritor at 1-248-273-4647.
USA EQUIPMENT BRAND NAME / PART NO. OR MODEL NO.
webasto / hollandia 600
webasto / hollandia 700
webasto / hollandia tvs 900
MANUFACTURER
auto fx, inc.
COMPONENT
visibility: sun roof assembly
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED:
NA
SUMMARY
Webasto product North America, inc. (webasto) is recalling certain hollandia 700 and 600 series and hollandia tvs 900 series sunroofs installed as original equipment by auto fx, inc. on various passenger vehicles. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame can debond increasing the risk that the sunroof glass would separate from the vehicle. Complete glass-to-frame debonding can develop gradually and may be evidenced by metal corrosion around the sunroof frame, wind noise, vibration, visual bond separation and/or water leakage.
No picture available.
CONSEQUENCE
In the event of a separation, the falling glass could create a road hazard or strike a trailing vehicle, and cause a crash.
REMEDY
Webasto, the manufacturer of the sunroofs, will be performing the safety recall campaign. Owners who have been identified as having an affected sunroof installed in their vehicle will receive a safety recall notice from webasto. The safety recall began on October 8, 2010. In order to determine if your vehicle is affected, please review the list of vehicles provided to us by auto fx, inc. by clicking on the hyperlink affected vehicle list or you may visit webasto's website at www.sunroofcheck.com. You can also call webasto toll-free at 1-888-749-8632.
SOFTLINES SGS STANDARDS & REGULATIONS SERVICES
FOR ENQUIRIES
Product.Recalls@sgs.com
www.sgs.com/regulatorycompliance
GCSC has compiled the below sources:
PRODUCT RECALLS IN EUROPE
The Rapid Alert System for Non-Food Products (RAPEX) - Weekly overview reports of RAPEX notifications.
http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/rapex_archives_en.cfm
The official contact points of the Member and EFTA-EEA States provide the information published in these weekly overviews. Under the terms of Annex II.10 to the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC) responsibility for the information provided lies with the notifying party. The Commission does not take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided.
PRODUCT RECALLS IN THE USA
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallsearch.cfm (US Automotive recalls)
PRODUCT RECALLS IN AUSTRALIA
http://www.recalls.gov.au/
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