Transport Canada recalls of interest (October 2021)
Following are summaries of product recalls of interest by Transport Canada.
Transport Canada Recall # 2021-546
Recall Date 2021-09-03
Last Updated 2021-09-09
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Brakes
Issued by MACK
Manufacturer Recall Number SC0429
Units Affected 123
Category Truck - Med. & H.D.
Recall Details
Issue:
On certain trucks, the pin that secures the brake pedal shaft may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the brake pedal could detach and cause a loss of brakes.
Safety Risk:
A loss of braking can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Mack will notify owners by mail and advise that you should not drive your truck until the brake pedal assembly has been inspected. A technician will ensure that the cotter pin is properly installed on the brake pedal mounting shaft, and repair as necessary.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
MACK MD 2020 2021 2022
Transport Canada Recall # 2021-553
Recall Date 2021-09-09
Last Updated 2021-09-10
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Seats And Restraints
Issued by FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES
Manufacturer Recall Number Y61
Units Affected 486
Category Light Truck & Van
Recall Details
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat.
Safety Risk:
A seat belt that is used to secure a child restraint but is not properly locked could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belts. They will be replaced, if necessary.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
RAM PROMASTER 2021
RAM PROMASTER CITY 2021
Transport Canada Recall # 2021-577
Recall Date 2021-09-22
Last Updated 2021-09-27
Notification Type Compliance Mfr
System Lights And Instruments
Issued by FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES
Manufacturer Recall Number Y71
Units Affected 1,076
Category Light Truck & Van
Recall Details
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the turn signal indicator does not flash quickly to indicate when a turn signal bulb is not working. Canadian regulations require a change in the flash rate of the turn signal indicator when a turn signal bulb stops working.
Safety Risk:
This problem could cause a driver to be unaware that the turn signals are not working. Turn signals that do not work may cause a person not to recognize when a driver intends to turn or change lanes. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
FCA Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealer to update the body control module (BCM) software.
Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
RAM PROMASTER CITY 2019 2020 2021