Safety Information and Recalls

RVero01 · RVero01

Been thinking a lot about RV awnings lately (yeah, I know, thrilling topic). I work in the industry - not here to sell anything, just trying to get a reality check from people who actually use these things. I have heard everything from - My awning is the best part of my setup to - If a gust of wind so much as s...

Jeff-2025 · Jeff-2025

I've been reading/viewing some articles from the USA, Europe and UK where people have pulled into a caravan park and plugged in. In some instance the electrics of the van were fried other reported that the van had burnt down (admittedly not a frequent occurrence). What are ppls advice for surge prote...

Hobie cat sailor · Hobie cat sailor

hi all GN. New to caravaning and towing. I have a 2005 4.2 diesel with after market turbo and would like to fit a suitable audible temp alarm for engine coolant and oil pressure etc....can anyone assist which is the best combination of guages/alarm to be fitted...ta in advance

Micko69 · Micko69

Hello everyone, just wondering if you can tell me what all of the wire colours are on the back of my fridge and what they do?. really appreciated. the wires come out where the battery box goes, but it looks dodg. Thx Mick -- Edited by Micko69 on Tuesday 24th of September 2024 05:20:36 PM -- Edited by Mick...

Craig1 · Craig1

In & Outboard Marine - Lithium Battery Systems (LBS) lithium iron phosphate batteries I note that there are an ever increasing number of vehicle defects that " could cause death or injury " as well.

Possum3 · Possum3

Ford Australia has issued another recall for the recently launched F150 pickup, affecting all vehicles sold locally.The courtesy lamps fitted in the vehicles do not comply with the requirements set out in the Australian Design Rules (ADR), the company says in its recall notice.The affected veh...

Craig1 · Craig1

Jeep Wheels could fall off FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - JEEP WL Grand Cherokee 2021 - 2023

Possum3 · Possum3

A total of 2020 vehicles are affectedThe vehicle identification number (VIN) list is attached hereThe original recall notice is attached hereFord Australia says it will contact owners when parts become available to fix the fault, and affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge.The ve...

Possum3 · Possum3

Nearly 170,000 Hyundai Motor Group electric vehicles (EVs) are being recalled in South Korea due to a software error in their charging system.South Korean news agency Yonhap reports 169,932 vehicles are being recalled across Hyundais Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 lines, as well as the Genesis GV6...

Possum3 · Possum3

Jaguar Land Rover Australia has recalled 361 examples of the 2020-2024 Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar due to a fire risk caused by an oil leak.The latest recall comes a day after three other Land Rover models were recalled for an unrelated fire risk.Due to a manuf...

Possum3 · Possum3

Chrysler, under its parent company Stellantis, is issuing a recall for more than 338,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The recall stems from a ball joint issue that could potentially lead to a loss of control by the driver, raising the risk of a crash, according to a notice from the National Highway T...

Possum3 · Possum3

REC-005908 - TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED - Toyota Landcruiser 300 (FJA300), Tundra (VXKH75) 2021 - 2024 | Vehicle Recalls Due to a design issue, the transmission control module may not operate as intended. If this occurs, the automatic transmission may continue to transfer engi...

Possum3 · Possum3

Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled (msn.com)Ram Trucks Australia has recalled 1294 examples of the Ram 2500 and 3500, with a faulty diesel particulate matter sensor potentially leading to a loss of power.The recall affects Ram 2500 and 3500s converted to right-hand drive in Australia by America...

Steel Dog · Steel Dog

I have noticed that some folks coil up the Electric Power Leads, does this increase voltage to a point where it can cause damage any sensitive electrical equipment in the caravan? What's your thoughts.

Possum3 · Possum3

The recall covers a range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles with model years from 2020 to 2022. Included in the recall are Toyota Avalons, Camrys, Highlanders, RAV4s, Siennas and Corollas, plus some hybrids of those models.The Lexus models in the recall include the ES250 sedan and the RX350 SUV, among o...

Possum3 · Possum3

Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel hose may chafe against the engine oil level bracket and become damaged, said the company in its recall notice.If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.The related Isuzu D-Max is also being recal...

Craig1 · Craig1

https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005844

Possum3 · Possum3

Isuzu Ute Australia is recalling 8039 examples of the D-Max ute as the fuel hose may chafe against the engine oil level bracket and become damaged, potentially causing a fuel leak which may result in a vehicle fire.This recall affects Isuzu D-Max models produced from 2021 to 2023.Due to a man...

Craig1 · Craig1

https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/amh-products-pty-ltd-%E2%80%94-all-adria-caravans-built-be...

Bobdown · Bobdown

Apparently they can De-Laminate Affected batch numbers of MOBICOOL Windows are as follows; 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 100 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 137224. You can also visit https://dometicrecall.com.au/mobicool-windows/

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Awnings: lifesaver or overpriced headache? (Preview) Been thinking a lot about RV awnings lately (yeah, I know, thrilling topic). I work in the industry - not here to sell anything, just trying to get a reality check from people who actually use these things. I have heard everything from - My awning is the best part of my setup to - If a gust of wind so much as s...	RVero01	0	154	11:47 PM Apr 9, 2025 by RVero01
	Surge Protectors (Preview) I've been reading/viewing some articles from the USA, Europe and UK where people have pulled into a caravan park and plugged in. In some instance the electrics of the van were fried other reported that the van had burnt down (admittedly not a frequent occurrence). What are ppls advice for surge prote...	Jeff-2025	3	478	05:12 AM Dec 10, 2024 by dorian
	Early warning temperature alarms (Preview) hi all GN. New to caravaning and towing. I have a 2005 4.2 diesel with after market turbo and would like to fit a suitable audible temp alarm for engine coolant and oil pressure etc....can anyone assist which is the best combination of guages/alarm to be fitted...ta in advance	Hobie cat sailor	1	621	02:23 PM Oct 9, 2024 by Peter_n_Margaret
	Caravan fridge wire colours (Preview) Hello everyone, just wondering if you can tell me what all of the wire colours are on the back of my fridge and what they do?. really appreciated. the wires come out where the battery box goes, but it looks dodg. Thx Mick -- Edited by Micko69 on Tuesday 24th of September 2024 05:20:36 PM -- Edited by Mick...	Micko69	2	558	06:41 AM Sep 25, 2024 by Micko69
	Yet Another Battery that could burn the house down (Preview) In & Outboard Marine - Lithium Battery Systems (LBS) lithium iron phosphate batteries I note that there are an ever increasing number of vehicle defects that " could cause death or injury " as well.	Craig1	8	1783	09:36 AM Sep 13, 2024 by Brenda and Alan
	Ford 150 (Preview) Ford Australia has issued another recall for the recently launched F150 pickup, affecting all vehicles sold locally.The courtesy lamps fitted in the vehicles do not comply with the requirements set out in the Australian Design Rules (ADR), the company says in its recall notice.The affected veh...	Possum3	1	637	11:58 AM May 22, 2024 by Greg 1
	The Wheels could fall off-Jeep Grand Cherokee - aka dick johnston (Preview) Jeep Wheels could fall off FCA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - JEEP WL Grand Cherokee 2021 - 2023	Craig1	0	746	05:50 PM Apr 30, 2024 by Craig1
	Ford F150 (Preview) A total of 2020 vehicles are affectedThe vehicle identification number (VIN) list is attached hereThe original recall notice is attached hereFord Australia says it will contact owners when parts become available to fix the fault, and affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge.The ve...	Possum3	0	750	03:37 PM Mar 22, 2024 by Possum3
	Hyundai, Kia, Genesis (Preview) Nearly 170,000 Hyundai Motor Group electric vehicles (EVs) are being recalled in South Korea due to a software error in their charging system.South Korean news agency Yonhap reports 169,932 vehicles are being recalled across Hyundais Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 lines, as well as the Genesis GV6...	Possum3	0	852	09:34 AM Mar 19, 2024 by Possum3
	Multiple Land Rover models - recall. (Preview) Jaguar Land Rover Australia has recalled 361 examples of the 2020-2024 Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar due to a fire risk caused by an oil leak.The latest recall comes a day after three other Land Rover models were recalled for an unrelated fire risk.Due to a manuf...	Possum3	0	716	12:02 PM Mar 15, 2024 by Possum3
	Jeep Grand Cherokee (Preview) Chrysler, under its parent company Stellantis, is issuing a recall for more than 338,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The recall stems from a ball joint issue that could potentially lead to a loss of control by the driver, raising the risk of a crash, according to a notice from the National Highway T...	Possum3	1	949	11:08 AM Mar 3, 2024 by Craig1
	Toyota LC300 (Preview) REC-005908 - TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION AUSTRALIA LIMITED - Toyota Landcruiser 300 (FJA300), Tundra (VXKH75) 2021 - 2024 \| Vehicle Recalls Due to a design issue, the transmission control module may not operate as intended. If this occurs, the automatic transmission may continue to transfer engi...	Possum3	1	1047	05:43 PM Feb 28, 2024 by Craig1
	Dodge RAM 2500/3500. (Preview) Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled (msn.com)Ram Trucks Australia has recalled 1294 examples of the Ram 2500 and 3500, with a faulty diesel particulate matter sensor potentially leading to a loss of power.The recall affects Ram 2500 and 3500s converted to right-hand drive in Australia by America...	Possum3	0	795	05:00 PM Feb 28, 2024 by Possum3
	Electric Power Leads (Preview) I have noticed that some folks coil up the Electric Power Leads, does this increase voltage to a point where it can cause damage any sensitive electrical equipment in the caravan? What's your thoughts.	Steel Dog	6	1133	10:30 PM Feb 13, 2024 by Whenarewethere
	Toyota Recall. (Preview) The recall covers a range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles with model years from 2020 to 2022. Included in the recall are Toyota Avalons, Camrys, Highlanders, RAV4s, Siennas and Corollas, plus some hybrids of those models.The Lexus models in the recall include the ES250 sedan and the RX350 SUV, among o...	Possum3	0	937	08:33 AM Dec 24, 2023 by Possum3
	Mazda BT50 Recall (Preview) Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel hose may chafe against the engine oil level bracket and become damaged, said the company in its recall notice.If this occurs, fuel may leak in the presence of an external ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.The related Isuzu D-Max is also being recal...	Possum3	0	1078	09:48 AM Dec 5, 2023 by Possum3
	FLEETWOOD Australia - Coromal Pioneer Evolution PEX 2018 (Preview) https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005844	Craig1	0	1001	01:49 PM Dec 1, 2023 by Craig1
	Isuzu D Max ute. (Preview) Isuzu Ute Australia is recalling 8039 examples of the D-Max ute as the fuel hose may chafe against the engine oil level bracket and become damaged, potentially causing a fuel leak which may result in a vehicle fire.This recall affects Isuzu D-Max models produced from 2021 to 2023.Due to a man...	Possum3	0	1024	03:18 PM Nov 29, 2023 by Possum3
	Adria Caravans- Fridge Vent Issue (Preview) https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/amh-products-pty-ltd-%E2%80%94-all-adria-caravans-built-be...	Craig1	0	963	04:34 PM Nov 25, 2023 by Craig1
	Dometic Mobicool windows (Preview) Apparently they can De-Laminate Affected batch numbers of MOBICOOL Windows are as follows; 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 100 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 137224. You can also visit https://dometicrecall.com.au/mobicool-windows/	Bobdown	1	1496	04:54 PM Jul 7, 2023 by BarneyBDB
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