recall information
Recall number
REC-000422
PRA number
2001/5042
Campaign number
01-H-04
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Holden
Model
VS/ VT/ VX/ WH, TS Astra, TF Rodeo, VG/ VP/ VR/ VS/ VU & HSV Maloo
Year range
2000 - 1970
Affected units
234,925
Identifying features
Not applicable
What are the defects?
Towbar tongues manufactured by Frontline could break whilst towing due to a brittle condition of the material.
What are the hazards?
00-Jan-00
What should consumers do?
Vehicle owners who have one of the affected towbars should immediately cease to use the towbar. Replacement parts will be available from your Holden Dealer, free of charge.
Supplier details
GENERAL MOTORS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND PTY LTD
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.