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PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - Western Star 47X, 48X and 49X 2019 - 2024

recall information

Recall number
REC-006171
Campaign number
F1009
Original published date

make and model information

Make
Western Star
Model
47X, 48X and 49X
Year range
2019 - 2024
Affected units
337
Variant applicability
All variants within this model

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

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.

What are the hazards?

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.

Vehicles are not compliant with Australian Design Rule (ADR) 13/00 - Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices on other than L-Group Vehicles.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred Western Star dealer to arrange to have the software updated, free of charge.
Supplier details
PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact name
Western Star Dealer
Contact phone
07 3271 7777
Contact email
onhighwaysupport@penske.zohodesk.com.au
Contact website

Responsible regulator

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