Authorities issue recall THOUSANDS of Holden cars - Is your car affected?
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We all know that working brakes are crucial. They help us to stop our vehicles and avoid accidents. But what about brake boosters? Are they really necessary?
Most modern vehicles have brake boosters. They are located between the master cylinder and the brake pedal. The booster uses pressure from the engine to help push the brake fluid through the system. This provides extra power to the brakes, making it easier to stop the vehicle.
Some vehicles don't have brake boosters. These vehicles typically have larger brakes that can provide sufficient stopping power without the need for extra pressure from the engine.
So, are brake boosters essential? The answer is yes and no. If your vehicle doesn't have them, you may not need them as the vehicles likely has the necessary gears for facilitating smooth driving. But if your car does have them, they can provide extra stopping power, which can be helpful in emergencies.
Now, thousands of defective Holden vehicles are being recalled by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications.
Earlier this week, the government agency issued an urgent recall of 13,898 Holden ZB Commodore 2017-2020 cars due to a manufacturing flaw that could increase the likelihood of an accident.
Thousands of Holden ZB Commodore cars are being recalled due to a manufacturing defect. Credit: news.com.au via Holden.
A spokesperson for the department explained: 'Due to a manufacturing defect, the brake booster may fail. If this occurs, the stopping distance in the un-boosted condition will exceed the distance prescribed by the Australian Design Rule (ADR) 31/03.'
There are worries that if the brake booster does not function as planned, it may raise the possibility of an accident that seriously hurts or kills car occupants or other road users.
General Motors Australia and New Zealand will get in touch with the owners of the affected cars and direct them to their local dealer to get a free software update for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM).
If you suspect that your vehicle is one of the recalled cars, we encourage you to check out this link for the full list of VIN or vehicle identification numbers of models that are affected.
Customers are also encouraged to contact Holden Customer Care on 1800 46 465 336 or [email protected].
Again, we encourage you to check your car's VIN and ensure that your vehicle's brakes are working properly before hitting the road. Performing regular car checks only takes a few minutes but it is of utmost importance so you can stay safe on the road!
Keep safe out there, folks!
Most modern vehicles have brake boosters. They are located between the master cylinder and the brake pedal. The booster uses pressure from the engine to help push the brake fluid through the system. This provides extra power to the brakes, making it easier to stop the vehicle.
Some vehicles don't have brake boosters. These vehicles typically have larger brakes that can provide sufficient stopping power without the need for extra pressure from the engine.
So, are brake boosters essential? The answer is yes and no. If your vehicle doesn't have them, you may not need them as the vehicles likely has the necessary gears for facilitating smooth driving. But if your car does have them, they can provide extra stopping power, which can be helpful in emergencies.
Now, thousands of defective Holden vehicles are being recalled by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications.
Earlier this week, the government agency issued an urgent recall of 13,898 Holden ZB Commodore 2017-2020 cars due to a manufacturing flaw that could increase the likelihood of an accident.
Thousands of Holden ZB Commodore cars are being recalled due to a manufacturing defect. Credit: news.com.au via Holden.
A spokesperson for the department explained: 'Due to a manufacturing defect, the brake booster may fail. If this occurs, the stopping distance in the un-boosted condition will exceed the distance prescribed by the Australian Design Rule (ADR) 31/03.'
There are worries that if the brake booster does not function as planned, it may raise the possibility of an accident that seriously hurts or kills car occupants or other road users.
General Motors Australia and New Zealand will get in touch with the owners of the affected cars and direct them to their local dealer to get a free software update for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM).
If you suspect that your vehicle is one of the recalled cars, we encourage you to check out this link for the full list of VIN or vehicle identification numbers of models that are affected.
Customers are also encouraged to contact Holden Customer Care on 1800 46 465 336 or [email protected].
Again, we encourage you to check your car's VIN and ensure that your vehicle's brakes are working properly before hitting the road. Performing regular car checks only takes a few minutes but it is of utmost importance so you can stay safe on the road!
Keep safe out there, folks!
