Tag: Recalls & Safety Issues

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Toyota’s $1,735 Theft Deterrent For LandCruiser And Prado Has Arrived

Toyota Australia has launched a $1,735 secondary immobiliser for LandCruiser 300 and Prado 250 as wider security upgrades roll out locally.

KGM Torres EVX Missing Advertised Centre Airbag, ANCAP Warns

ANCAP says KGM Torres EVX SUVs sold in Australia and New Zealand are missing an advertised centre airbag, affecting about 100 vehicles.

KGM Musso EV Missing Advertised Airbags, ANCAP Warns Australian Buyers

ANCAP says Australian KGM Musso EVs sold since November 2025 are missing advertised centre and driver knee airbags.

Kia K4 Hatch Recalled Over Seat Belt Defect

Kia Australia recalls 4,817 MY26 K4 Hatch (2025-26) models due to a seat belt buckle defect. Check the affected VIN list here.

China Will Save Your Car’s Interior

New report suggests China will mandate physical interior controls for most vehicle functions

Suzuki Australia Recalls 2025 Fronx Hybrid Over Rear Seatbelt Defect

Suzuki Australia recalls 249 Fronx Hybrids after a 1-star ANCAP rating and rear seatbelt failure. Owners are advised not to use rear seats.

MAJOR SAFETY ALERT: Suzuki Fronx Receives One-Star ANCAP Rating Following Poor Crash Performance and Rear Seatbelt Failure

Suzuki Fronx receives 1-star ANCAP rating after seatbelt failure. Owners advised against rear seat use. More details expected soon.

ANCAP Finally Declares War on Annoying Car Safety Systems

ANCAP's 2026 update targets annoying alerts, mandating smarter tech and physical buttons for safer, quieter driving.

Ford F-150 Recalled Over Potential Fire Risk

Recall issued for 3,166 Ford F-150s built in 2023 due to a fuel vapour line defect that may cause leaks, performance issues or fire risk.

MG3 Recalled in Australia Due to Driver’s Seat Rail Issue

Over 10,000 examples of the MG3 have been recalled in Australia due to a driver’s seat rail issue.

Nissan Qashqai Recalled in Australia Due to Fuel Pipe Issue

Over 13,000 examples of the Nissan Qashqai small SUV built between 2022 and 2024 have been recalled in Australia due to a fuel pipe issue.

JAC T9 Ute Recalled Over Airbag Restraining Bolts

161 JAC T9 utes built between 2023 and 2024 have been affected in the latest recall.