recall information
Recall number
REC-000466
PRA number
2010/11799
Campaign number
10-H-04
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Holden
Model
VE Ute
Affected units
34,378
What are the defects?
A condition can occur under specific operating conditions where the tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards with sufficient energy by unsecured objects placed in the rear cargo tray.
What are the hazards?
The tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards.
What should consumers do?
If the Ute's cargo tray is loaded, owners should either use a Holden tonneau cover or ensure items are firmly restrained within the tray and not loaded against the tailgate.
Contact your authorised Holden delaership for a free-of-charge rework (timing will be subject to availability of parts).
Contact your authorised Holden delaership for a free-of-charge rework (timing will be subject to availability of parts).
Supplier details
GM Holden Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
