recall information
Recall number
REC-005572
Campaign number
ER239
Original published date
make and model information
Make
MAHINDRA
Model
PIK-UP S5 SERIES
Variants
DOUBLE CAB 2WD (RC2VG), DOUBLE CAB 2WD (RG2VG), DOUBLE CAB 4WD (RC4VG), DOUBLE CAB 4WD (RG4VG), SINGLE CAB 2WD (RA2VG), SINGLE CAB 2WD (RE2VG), SINGLE CAB 4WD (RA4VG), SINGLE CAB 4WD (RE4VG)
Year range
2017 - 2019
Affected units
556
Images
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
One of the temperature sensors of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) could fail. As a result, the vehicle’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may activate the limp home mode safety feature and cause a loss of motive power.
What are the hazards?
A loss of motive power while driving could result in a gradual reduction of vehicle speed. If this occurs, the traffic behind the vehicle may not react in time increasing the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, and other road user.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their most convenient Mahindra dealer to have the sensor replaced, free of charge.
Supplier details
MAHINDRA AUTOMOTIVE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Mahindra Authorised Dealers
Contact email
customercare@mahindra.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
