Honda and Ineos Announce Vehicle Recalls in South Africa

Honda and Ineos are recalling five vehicles in South Africa due to defects affecting the steering and door mechanisms. Consumers are advised to seek inspections at authorized dealerships.

Honda Motor Company Southern Africa and Ineos Automotive South Africa have announced a recall of five vehicles due to defects, as reported to the National Consumer Commission (NCC). Three of the affected vehicles are from Honda, including the Civic four-door sedan, the Civic five-door Type R hatchback, and the CR-V SUV for the 2022 to 2025 model years. These vehicles may experience issues with their electric power steering, particularly with the worm wheel, which can lead to abnormal noises or dangerous steering difficulties.

The Honda safety issue has a global impact, reportedly affecting 1.7 million vehicles. The company has advised consumers to take their affected cars to authorized suppliers for necessary parts replacements. Additionally, Ineos has recalled its Grenadier SUV and the Quartermaster bakkie, based on customer reports of door buttons that may remain depressed upon opening the doors from the outside, impairing proper closure and latching.

The affected vehicles are available at SMH Group Johannesburg and SMG Ineos Grenadier in KwaZulu-Natal and Cape Town, with further distribution to countries including Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Senegal. Owners of these vehicles are encouraged to visit their nearest or preferred dealerships or authorized repairers to schedule inspections and replace the malfunctioning door button mechanisms.

In summary, both Honda and Ineos have issued recalls for specific vehicles due to safety-related defects affecting steering mechanisms and door latching. It is imperative for owners of these vehicles to take prompt action and visit authorized dealerships for inspection and necessary repairs to ensure their safety on the road.

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