Hyundai Australia has confirmed that the fully electric Ioniq 5 has been recalled over a shifter issue that could cause cars to roll away while parked. The problem stems from the car’s software within its shift control unit.
Tesla has issued a recall notice for Australian-issue Model 3s built in 2021 and 2022, relating to concerns of an issue that can cause the car’s onboard computers to fail. The issue can reportedly be triggered by fast-charging.
Ford Australia has issued a recall for selected Focus and Fiesta variants over a potential fire risk stemming from an engine oil separator issue. The recall concerns Focus and Fiesta models built between 2019 and 2022. The brand says the recall impacts a total of 691 vehicles.
Toyota Australia is initiating a safety recall involving Toyota Kluger Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, LandCruiser 300 and Mirai vehicles produced between March 2021 - April 2022 (inclusive).
With 6.6 million consumer products still in circulation the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission wants the federal government to implement a "new safety duty".
