An official ACCC notice concerns Automatic Slack Adjuster. A manufacturing non-conformance in the slack adjuster housing could cause the housing to break at the handle under normal operating loads. This could cause the vehicle to have reduced and/or uneven braking capacity, resulting in the vehicle veering off the road and causing property damage, injury or death. Published 2011-04-08.
What to do now
Consumers will be contacted directly by letter and email from Gunite offering a FREE replacement unit. For more information contact PBR Automotive Aftermarket on 03 9575 2200.
Recall number
a8e82324-7747-45d6-8cec-a055592c00c2
Official notice
2011-04-08
The hazard
The hazard
A manufacturing non-conformance in the slack adjuster housing could cause the housing to break at the handle under normal operating loads. This could cause the vehicle to have reduced and/or uneven braking capacity, resulting in the vehicle veering off the road and causing property damage, injury or death.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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