In 2024, Australia saw a significant number of vehicle recalls, affecting over a million vehicles across various brands. Here are the key points:
Total recalls:
- 1,088,411 vehicles recalled
- 197 separate recall notices
- 42 brands affected
Top 5 brands by number of vehicles recalled:
- Isuzu: 186,014
- BMW: 140,251
- Kia: 126,581
- Hyundai: 125,648
- Toyota: 113,924
Notable recalls:
Isuzu: 149,048 D-Max utes and MU-X SUVs recalled due to a software issue affecting engine power
Hyundai: 113,525 vehicles recalled in a single notice
BMW: Over 63,000 vehicles recalled due to the Takata airbag fault
Most recall notices issued:
Kia: 21 notices
Mercedes-Benz: 17 notices
Ford: 16 notices
Interesting observations:
- Isuzu topped the list with just two recall notices
- Kia issued 10 separate recall notices in one day, affecting 104,101 vehicles
- Toyota's high recall number included 19 notices for HiAces fitted with non-compliant third-party equipment
It's important to note that the number of recalls doesn't necessarily indicate poor quality, as some companies may be more proactive in issuing recalls to address potential issues.
