Western Star — recall
Automotive · Australia · 2024-11-11
Western Star was recalled in Australia on 2024-11-11. Due to a software issue, the brake lights may not illuminate as intended when the service brakes are automatically applied during an Active Brake Assist (AEB) activation. If the brake lamps do not operate as intended, it may increase the risk of an accident c…
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| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2024-11-11 |
| Manufacturer | PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD |
| Models affected | 47X, 48X and 49X |
| Model year | 2019 - 2024 |
| Units affected | 337 |
| Defect | Due to a software issue, the brake lights may not illuminate as intended when the service brakes are automatically applied during an Active Brake Assist (AEB) activation. If the brake lamps do not operate as intended, it may increase the risk of an accident causing serious injuries or death to vehicle occupants and/or road users._x000D_ Vehicles are not compliant with Australian Design Rule (ADR) 13/00 - Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices on other than L-Group Vehicles. |
| Remedy | Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred Western Star dealer to arrange to have the software updated, free of charge. |
| Recall number | REC-006171 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
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