Isuzu Motors recalls bakkies for possible faulty airbags

Isuzu Motors has announced a recall of its RT66 bakkies due to possible faulty airbags, and Ducati motorcycles that may have issues with their rear wheel axles. The National Consumer Commission made the announcement Wednesday in order to alert owners. Phetho Ntaba, from the NCC, said that Isuzu informed them of the possibility of airbag problems in ten RT66 vehicles sold between July 16 and September 8. “The affected vehicles may experience an intermittent airbag warning light due to a poor electrical connection between the Supplemental Restraint System [SRS] circuits and the clock spring,” She said. Ntaba explained that in some cases the rear wheel of the motorcycles affected may become damaged and cracks could develop. This can lead to a complete failure of the rear wheelshaft. Ntaba said the rear wheel shaft of the affected motorcycles may lose their structural integrity and in extreme cases, a crack may form, which could lead to the rear wheel shaft’s complete failure.—  Phetho NtabaA week ago, the commission also informed consumers about Belkin Boost Charge USB-C power banks 20k (BPB 002 and BP 0003) and Auto Tracking Stands Pro (MMA 008) with dock kit being recalled.Affected products were made available for sale globally through online platforms from January 15 2023.A month ago, the NCC told Sowetan Consumer that it had seen an increase in recalls of vehicles suspected of defects, with thousands already recalled this year for defects such as improperly fitted airbags and seatbelts and faulty fuel pumps, engines and gears. Ford, Toyota, Land Rover and other manufacturers were all affected by the defects.“We are noticing an increase in vehicles being recalled for various safety concerns. We are engaging with various manufacturers to establish the reasons for the recalls; however, this also indicates that consumer protection is alive,” She said. Sowetan
2025-11-19 14:11:51