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Zawya
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
VW, Volvo, and Toyota recall vehicles in South Africa
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced a series of vehicle recalls affecting models from Volkswagen, Volvo, and Toyota, citing safety defects that could lead to serious injury or vehicle failure. Volkswagen Golf models affected by seat belt defect Volkswagen South Africa is recalling 159 units of its Golf 8 R 2.0 TSI DSG and Golf 8 GTI 2.0 TSI DSG models, sold between 16 April and 30 June 2025. The recall relates to a defect in the front passenger seat belt, which may not be properly attached due to a fault in the sewing process. The NCC warns that this could significantly reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a collision, increasing the risk of serious or fatal injuries. Volvo XC90 plug-in hybrids recalled for brake issue Volvo Cars South Africa is recalling 26 XC90 plug-in hybrid vehicles (model years 2025–2026) over concerns with the braking system. The defect may temporarily disable braking functionality when the vehicle is in 'B' mode or One Pedal Drive mode after extended downhill coasting. The malfunction could lead to collisions and pose a significant safety risk to occupants and other road users. Over 6,700 Hino 500 trucks recalled for parking brake issue Toyota South Africa has issued a recall affecting a combined 6,739 Hino 500 trucks. This includes 6,662 Hino 500 SKD units sold between 11 May 2017 and 14 December 2023, and 77 Hino 500 CBU units sold between 31 May 2018 and 25 December 2024. The trucks were either supplied with an incorrect cage bolt spanner or lacked the tool entirely. While the parking brake still functions, it cannot be released without the correct tool, posing potential operational issues. NCC urges urgent vehicle inspections Acting NCC Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu said the commission is engaging manufacturers for further details and urged all affected consumers to immediately book their vehicles for inspection at approved dealerships. These checks will be carried out at no cost to the vehicle owners. The NCC has noted a recent rise in motor vehicle recalls and is monitoring the situation closely. All rights reserved. © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
The Sun
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Six items every UK driver should remove from cars this weekend – they can leak ‘harmful substances' or even EXPLODE
MOTOR experts have urged Brit drivers to remove six items from their cars ahead of this weekend's heatwave. With temperatures expected to soar up to 32 degrees, keeping these items inside your car could be dangerous as they could explode or even leak harmful substances. 2 2 The advice comes at a perfect time as warmer weather is forecast across the UK in coming weeks. Drivers therefore should be careful about what they leave in the vehicles throughout the summer. Leaving windows slightly open, while an easy option that can be more convenient, is not always enough. On top of that, car experts suggest that car interiors can become dangerously hot within minutes. Markus Lindblad, a leading expert at Haypp, warned drivers to remove these six items that should not be kept inside a hot car. First in the list comes fizzy drinks, such as a bottle of cola. Markus warned that fizzy drinks cans could explode in hot weather, in a serious safety risk for road users and passengers. He explained that when exposed to extreme heat, carbon dioxide can expand and explode from the container. Next comes sunglasses, which Markus says could break when kept directly under the sun. The expert added: "When exposed to extreme temperatures, the heat can warp or even break the frame or the lenses, as well as cause the lenses to crack. Car expert urges drivers to do two maintenance checks before summer heat – 'quarter test' could save on a tow "To be safe, keep them in a case during the hot weather and in a cool, shaded place.' According to him, even daily medications should not be left inside a heated car - as high temperatures could make them "less effective". Markus even warned that suncream can "break down' in high temperatures making it less effective. And its the same with condoms and contraceptive pills, which should be stored in a cool place. Lastly, the expert stressed that leaving vapes with batteries inside a car can cause swelling and leaking. Markus added: 'If you leave your vape in a hot car for a long period of time, then it's important to cool the vape down safely by placing it in a cool dark place. 'Alternatively, wipe it down with a cold damp cloth and let it air dry. If your vape has overheated, do not, under any circumstances, place the vape in water to cool it down, as this could increase the risk of the battery exploding.' John Wilmot, CEO of car leasing comparison site LeaseLoco, adds: 'As temperatures rise, it's important to think twice before leaving anything behind in your vehicle that could melt, warp, overheat or even pose a fire risk.' This is especially when they are left on the dashboard or seats in direct sunlight.
