Recall roundup: Ford Mustang, Ram 1500, Mercedes-Benz GLE

Recalls: 2019-23 Ford Mustang

• Recall number: REC-005862
• Campaign number: 23C35
• Original published date: 21 December 2023
• Year range: 2019 – 2023
• Affected units: 9194
• List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]

What are the defects?

Due to a software issue, the brake fluid warning light may not illuminate as intended to warn the driver if the brake fluid level is low. As a result, insufficient brake fluid could lead to a reduction in braking performance.

What are the hazards?

A reduction in braking performance could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing by Ford Australia and are asked to make an appointment to have the vehicle’s Body Control Module (BCM) software updated, free of charge.

For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 13 FORD (13 3673).

Supplier details

FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Ford Customer Relationship Centre

• Contact phone: 13 36 73

• Contact phone: 13 36 73

Recalls: 2023 Ram 1500 Big Horn

• Recall number: REC-005851
• Campaign number: MMFRC2301
• Original published date: 20 December 2023
• Year range: 2023
• Variants: 1500 BIGHORN TRUCKS
• Affected units: 243
• List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]

What are the defects?

Due to a manufacturing defect, the locking bracket installed to secure the centre front seat in the down position may not operate as intended. This seating position is not fitted with a seatbelt and could be used by an occupant if the locking bracket does not function correctly.

What are the hazards?

In the event of a collision, an unrestrained occupant would be exposed to the risk of serious injury or death.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles should contact their authorised RAM dealership to arrange to have the centre seat inspected and rectified if necessarily, free of charge.

Note: The centre front seat should not be used by passengers.

Contact your authorised RAM dealer. For any additional information and assistance, please call RAM Trucks Customer Assist on 1300 681 655.

Supplier details

AMERICAN SPECIAL VEHICLES PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

RAM Trucks Customer Assist

• Contact phone: 1300 681 655

• Contact phone: 1300 681 655

Recalls: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE

• Recall number: REC-005865
• Campaign number: RC3244
• Original published date: 21 December 2023
• Year range: 2021
• Affected units: 4
• List of affected VINs (.csv file) [↗]

What are the defects?

The threaded nut securing the 12 Volt wiring harness may become loose over time. If this occurs, it could result in higher than normal electrical resistance within the harness which could lead to a vehicle fire.

What are the hazards?

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and/or damage to property.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mercedes-Benz in writing and are asked to make arrangements with their authorised 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 [↗].

Supplier details

MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Customer Assistance Centre

• Contact phone: 1300 762 718
• Contact website: www.mercedes-benz.com.au [↗]
• Contact email: [email protected] [↗]

• Contact phone: 1300 762 718
• Contact website: www.mercedes-benz.com.au [↗]
• Contact email: [email protected] [↗]

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• What is a recall?
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• Why a car recall isn’t all bad news
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