REC-005679

active

2020 Holden EQUINOX

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: GENERAL MOTORS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND PTY LTD

Recall date: 7 June 2023

Defect

Due to a manufacturing issue, the rear seat back frames were manufactured with thicker ISOFIX wire which may exceed the Australian Design Rule 34 (ADR 34) requirement.

Hazard

If the ISOFIX child restraint system is incorrectly secured in the vehicle, it could pose a risk of injury or death to the child in the event of an accident. The vehicle is not compliant with ADR 34.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by General Motors Australia and New Zealand Pty Ltd and requested to contact their local dealer to have the rear seat inspected and repaired, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — GENERAL MOTORS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au