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JAC Motors Australia is recalling its T9 dual-cab 4×4 ute as the curtain airbags may not function correctly in an accident.
“Due to a manufacturing defect, the retaining bolts on the left and right-side curtain airbags may not have been fastened with sufficient torque,” the company said in its recall notice.
“As a result, the airbags may not deploy as intended.
“In the event of an accident, the airbags not deploying as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.”
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- A total of 161 vehicles are affected, produced between 2023 and 2024
- The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to make an appointment with a JAC dealer to have the fix carried out, free of charge.
If you have any further questions, you can contact JAC Customer Assistance on 1800 779 899.
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William Stopford is an automotive journalist based in Brisbane, Australia. William is a Business/Journalism graduate from the Queensland University of Technology who loves to travel, briefly lived in the US, and has a particular interest in the American car industry.
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