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HQVA PTY LTD - HUSQVARNA 701 Vitpilen, 701 Svartpilen 2018 - 2020

recall information

Recall number
REC-001670
PRA number
2021/19108
Campaign number
TI_04-1918900
Original published date

make and model information

Make
HUSQVARNA
Model
701 Vitpilen, 701 Svartpilen
Year range
2018 - 2020
Affected units
236

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be mounted in the incorrect position, which can result in loosening of the rear wheel spindle nut. If the rear wheel spindle nut becomes loose this will affect the handling, braking and/or acceleration of the vehicle.

What are the hazards?

This would increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to the occupants and/or other road users.

What should consumers do?

Affected owners should contact an authorised HUSQVARNA dealer ASAP to make an appointment to have the vehicle fixed free of charge.
Supplier details
HQVA PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact name
Husqvarna Customer Service
Contact phone
1800 644 771

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type