Holden recalls 10,000 Cruze sedans in Australia

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Holden recalls 10,000 Cruze sedans in Australia

by: By Paul Pottinger From: news.com.au June 27, 2012 12:54PM

Holden Cruzes are being recalled over an oil leak that could result in fire. Source: Supplied
ALMOST 10,000 Holden Cruzes are being recalled because of spilled oil potentially catching fire.

Holden this morning said the recall applied to 9,547 units of the Adelaide built sedan fitted with the 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine.

It follows a Cruze recall in North America for the same potential hazard.

Holden said a condition has been identified where the car’s belly pan can catch oil that might drip from the engine if an oil change is not done properly.

“If oil makes contact with hot engine parts such as the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter, a fire could occur,” the statement read.

There are no reported cases of engine compartment fires in Australia or New Zealand related to this condition.

Holden Director of Warranty, Customer Satisfaction and Quality, Craig Porritt said the Australia’s standards of servicing significantly reduce the risk.

“However we will always err on the side of caution when it comes to initiating safety recalls

and campaigns,” he said. “Even if there have been no reported cases in our market we will take action to assure our customers and their vehicles are safe.”

Holden is contacting customers to arrange a free-of-charge modification.

Owners are urged to contact 1800 632 826.