RECALLS: VE & WM Series Holden Vehicles

[SV6SidiUTE]

why buy a 200 K Merc and not service it yourself? sounds like a stupid question? "shocking"
not everyone is a mechanic, or has mechanical knowledge, but does like to own a good car.

edit - the ban seems appropriate, thanks admin.

[sssmechanicholdenbrisb]

6 cylinder fuel hose rework consists of a zip tie..... not a big problem so dont worry. By the way all are you aware that soon no more outsource building ve's!!!!! plant in australia open soon and this will correct most "i couldnt read english and fittefd rodeo belt to ve" faults. something i have noticed recently though is only seeing Modded commodores when they are on a tow truck, there is a recommended fix for this, get every second or third service done at holden GET ONLY oil change, inspection (which we would do anyway) and dtc code check for any electronic faults. when fault will cause errors to the electronics will it turn the engine light on e.g. ecu KNOWS that tps sensor faulty but until OUT OF RANGE wont set engine light on but code is already stored...... so check your 20's tyre pressure weekly (dont even ask me why), and get a check AT HOLDEN every now and then, we are more expensive "sometimes" than others because we know your car better ESPECIALLY VE & WM!

[sssmechanicholdenbrisb]

sorry more to reply to i see,
clunk in front of VE can "possibly Be (thats POSSIBLY)"
front linkpins (loose ball joints not dangerous), strut coil spring COVERS (like a rubbger hose on spring, not dangerous), wheel bearings (if had hit, dangerous),
loose wheel nuts(not like falling off but ve/wm nuts supposed to be 170nm very tight), shroud under wiper arms(plastic on rhf under glass), engine mounts (split in v8's if driven REALLY HARD, A LOT and will normally feel thud in floor), exhaust shields (rattle on some ve's for no apparent reason), breather outlet on floorpan near transmission(taps on floorpan on take off if banged up into floor by road debri i've found), or sway bar d-shackle bushes (not normal now was found in VERY VERY EAARLY VE's only).

Normally in this order
there is of course other causes but this will be up to your dealer's technicians to diagnose.

[HoldenCanMan21]

Hello fellow G8/VE owners.

Seems like we have the same problems ...
Maybe this TSB (techinical Service bulletin) can help ....
in exchange when someone figures out how to fix the BACK SUSPENSION NOISE ... PLEASE LET ME KNOW !!!

GM USA/GM CANADA

#09-03-08-008: Knock Clunk Or Click Noise From Front Suspension Over Small Bumps (Replace Front Lower Control And Caster Arms) -


Attention: This bulletin is intended to correct a condition for front end knock, clunk or clicking. Vehicles previously repaired as part of Campaign #09203A are to follow a different repair procedure as outlined under the Correction section below.



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Condition
Some customers may comment on a clunk, knock or click noise from the front suspension over small bumps.

Cause
The rubber "boot" over the front end lower control arm ball joint may have become dislodged or torn compromising the seal. Moisture inside the ball joint seal may cause corrosion, shortening the service life of the component.

Correction
Notice: Before replacing any components under the terms of this bulletin, you must confirm the past service history of the vehicle. Please use GMVIS to confirm if the vehicle was previously repaired under Customer Satisfaction Campaign #09203A. If the vehicle was repaired under this service action, ONLY replace the front control arm found to be the source of the noise and claim the applicable Labor Operation for that part as outlined in SI and the labor time guide.

Vehicles not identified in Customer Satisfaction Campaign #09203A (or not repaired during its duration) and found to have one or more of the rubber boots improperly sealing should have all four front control arms replaced.

Front Lower Control and Caster Arm Replacement (Both Sides)
The instructions below detail replacement of all four front lower control and caster arms.

Danger: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.

•Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in SI.
•Remove the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in SI.




•Loosen the control arm to steering knuckle retaining nut (1) about two turns.




•Using the J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), disconnect the control arm (2) from the steering knuckle (3).




•Remove the control arm to steering knuckle retaining nut (1).
•Separate the control arm (2) from the steering knuckle (3).
•Remove the control arm to subframe retaining bolt.




•Remove and discard the front control arm (3) from the subframe (2).
•Install the NEW front control arm (3) to the subframe (2).
Warning: The existing control arm bolts and nuts may be reused for this procedure. You MUST remove all traces of the original adhesive patch on the bolt. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol, GM Low VOC Brake Cleaner GM P/N 12378392 or equivalent, and allow to dry. Before Installation, apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (in Canada, use 10953488) or blue, medium LOCTITE™ 242.

Note: The NEW front control arm to subframe retaining bolt (1) must not be fully tightened at this stage.

•Install the NEW front control arm to subframe retaining bolt (1).
•Install the NEW control to the steering knuckle.




•Install the NEW front control arm (1) to steering knuckle retaining nut (2).
Important: Use the J 45059 Torque / Angle Tool when tightening the following:

Tighten

• First Pass: Tighten the nut to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

• Final Pass: Tighten the nut an additional 60 degrees.





•Loosen the caster arm to steering knuckle retaining nut (1) about two turns.




•Using the J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (3), disconnect the caster arm (1) from the steering knuckle (2).




•Remove the caster arm to steering knuckle retaining nut (3). Mark keyway slot on the bushing relative to the cradle.
•Separate the caster arm (1) from the steering knuckle (2).
•Remove the caster arm to subframe retaining bolt.




•Remove and discard the caster arm from the subframe .
•Install the NEW caster arm to the subframe. Line up the keyway slot on the bushing to previous mark on the cradle.
•Install the front caster arm to the subframe retaining bolt.
•Install the new front caster arm to the steering knuckle.




Note: The caster arm to subframe retaining bolt is not to be fully tightened at this stage.

•Install the NEW caster arm (1) to the steering knuckle (2) retaining nut.
Important: Use the J 45059 Torque / Angle Tool when tightening the following

Tighten

• First Pass: Tighten the nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

• Final Pass: Tighten the nut an additional 60 degrees.

•Repeat Steps 3-20 for the other side of the vehicle then continue below.
•Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in SI.
•Lower the vehicle.
•Bounce the vehicle several times to settle the suspension.
•Check and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Front End Alignment in SI.
•Tighten the NEW control arm to subframe retaining bolt.
Important: Use the J 45059 Torque / Angle Tool when tightening the following:

Tighten

• First Pass: Tighten the bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

• Final Pass: Tighten the bolts an additional 120 degrees.

•Tighten the NEW caster arm to subframe retaining bolt.
Important: Use the J 45059 Torque / Angle Tool when tightening the following:

Tighten

• First Pass: Tighten the bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).

• Final Pass: Tighten the bolts an additional 120 degrees.

Parts Information
Part Number
Description
Qty

92244046
Arm Asm -- Frt Lwr Control Frt Right
1

92244047
Arm Asm -- Frt Lwr Control Frt Left
1

92244050
Arm Asm -- Frt Lwr Control (Caster) Right
1

92244051
Arm Asm -- Frt Lwr Control (Caster) Left
1

Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time

E9505*
Replace Front Lower Control & Caster Arms (Both Sides) - Perform Wheel Alignment
2.6 hrs

*This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide.


Note: If the vehicle was previously repaired under Campaign 09203A, ONLY replace the front control arm found to be the source of the noise and claim the applicable Labor Operation for that part as outlined in SI and the Labor Time Guide.

GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.

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[Cocopopz]

Just had my VE SS MY9.5 serviced. Has a recall for faulty seals in the aircon system somewhere, sorry I cant supply many more details on this.
Also having gearbox replaced as they have acknowledged a end float problem with the syncros.
I was also talking to someone about the clutch not returning, Holden fitted a new master and slave, new pressure plate and a 427 clutch plate to resolve the issue. I'm not sure how far this will be taken by holden but the problems seem to manifest at around 40,000kms.

[smokyJ]

Holden—VE Ute
PRA number: 2010/11799
Date created: 9th July 2010
Product information
Product description
VE Ute
Identifying features
ISOVIN range:

6G1E#42###L100048 - 6G1E#42###L458251
6G1E#42###L923162 - 6G1E#42###L983869

Target Number: 34,432
Campaign Number: 10-H-04

What are the hazards?
The tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards.
What are the defects?
A condition can occur under specific operating conditions where the tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards with sufficient energy by unsecured objects placed in the rear cargo tray.
Where the product was sold
National
Supplier
GM Holden Ltd
What should consumers do?
If the Ute's cargo tray is loaded, owners should either use a Holden tonneau cover or ensure items are firmly restrained within the tray and not loaded against the tailgate.

Contact your authorised Holden delaership for a free-of-charge rework (timing will be subject to availability of parts).


ANOTHER ONE

[kunalraiker]

I'am not sure if anyone has heard about a faulty belt which caused some noise between the 2000-3000 rev mark ,I heard it was replaced with a thinner belt.

[single-pegger]

OK, what national recall have Ford had (safety wise, like this one) where Ford has waited to announce it. The only company I know off that has done this is Toyota with their front steering recall after 9 people died in a accident in Japan due to this fault.

the ford explorer wasnt re-called for nearly a decade after manufacture !
how many deaths are ford accountable for because of the cruise control failing to de activate ?
woooooops!

[Johnsy]

My R8 has started to play up when i use the right indicator, it stars normal but after 3 flashes it doubles in speed. I first thought i had a blown globe but the front and side was fine and the back is LED so it doesn't have a globe. I have contacted my dealer who said it is a common problem with HSV's and they will install some type of relay in the wiring as the car cant tell the difference with the globes and led's which require a different voltage ? I thought it was all 12V anyway.... so why is my left one ok ? they couldn't answer me so i will see how i go...

[db_notso]

tailights flash fast, i heard this is going to be or was fixed in production only a handful eventually developed the fault ( my neighbour has one
his dealer said its to do with the amperage the leds use (not the voltage) of the tailights your dealer probably just got confused or didnt know [u get that sometimes ]

[greenacc]

Sometimes while waiting to turn at a set of lights with blinker on for a while it will miss a blink sometimes ! like um tick tock tick tock tick tock .... and carries on like nothing happened. Anyone heard of that ?

[-vkhg]

GM USA/GM CANADA

#09-03-08-008: Knock Clunk Or Click Noise From Front Suspension Over Small Bumps (Replace Front Lower Control And Caster Arms) -


Attention: This bulletin is intended to correct a condition for front end knock, clunk or clicking. Vehicles previously repaired as part of Campaign #09203A are to follow a different repair procedure as outlined under the Correction section below.



--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Condition
Some customers may comment on a clunk, knock or click noise from the front suspension over small bumps.

Cause
The rubber "boot" over the front end lower control arm ball joint may have become dislodged or torn compromising the seal. Moisture inside the ball joint seal may cause corrosion, shortening the service life of the component.

Correction
Notice: Before replacing any components under the terms of this bulletin, you must confirm the past service history of the vehicle. Please use GMVIS to confirm if the vehicle was previously repaired under Customer Satisfaction Campaign #09203A. If the vehicle was repaired under this service action, ONLY replace the front control arm found to be the source of the noise and claim the applicable Labor Operation for that part as outlined in SI and the labor time guide.

Vehicles not identified in Customer Satisfaction Campaign #09203A (or not repaired during its duration) and found to have one or more of the rubber boots improperly sealing should have all four front control arms replaced.

Front Lower Control and Caster Arm Replacement (Both Sides)

is this a recall in australia too? im 80% sure im having this problem with my 07 VE SS. condition and cause seem to make sense with what im experiencing. if it is a recall in aus too do i just take the car to the nearest holden dealer?

anyone?

[-vkhg]

also, it would be handy if all recall information could be edited into the first post? just a suggestion.

[TinSnips]

is this a recall in australia too? im 80% sure im having this problem with my 07 VE SS. condition and cause seem to make sense with what im experiencing. if it is a recall in aus too do i just take the car to the nearest holden dealer?

anyone?

Not specifically recall as far as I'm aware - but it IS a well known fault with a series of techline fixes.

[TinSnips]

I'am not sure if anyone has heard about a faulty belt which caused some noise between the 2000-3000 rev mark ,I heard it was replaced with a thinner belt.

That's one of the issues I had. There's a techline for it. Didn't work completely though - I'd say it's 80% better - for now at least

[TinSnips]

Just a quick follow up, also, on the tailgate recall for the utes - mine was done a couple of weeks back.

There's no visible difference (aside form the fact the parts are shiny! lol) and there's no change to the release action - just feels like there is less flex in the mechanism.

[bladerunner]

with the tailgate recall the affected latches are cast alloy being replaced with steel ones

[Troyziee]

Series two sportwagon

Well today my Holden dealer rang me and told me there is a safety recall on the series two sportwagon, due to some pin in the rear seat fold downs. And due to Christmas they are ringing all the owners instead of mailing.

I went straight down there, 15min job no biggie, just a heads up

[munga2]

there is no latch recall visable to the customer!!the latch now closes fully instead of stayin open 2-3mm causing it to open under extreme load....
the wagon seat prob was a very limited case about 1in 1000 only when the seat carpet got caught!!

[V8ute]

Date created: 9th July 2010

Product description VE Ute

ISOVIN range:
6G1E#42###L100048 - 6G1E#42###L458251
6G1E#42###L923162 - 6G1E#42###L983869

Target Number: 34,432
Campaign Number: 10-H-04
What are the hazards? The tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards.
What are the defects? A condition can occur under specific operating conditions where the tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards with sufficient energy by unsecured objects placed in the rear cargo tray.
Supplier GM Holden Ltd
What should consumers do? If the Ute's cargo tray is loaded, owners should either use a Holden tonneau cover or ensure items are firmly restrained within the tray and not loaded against the tailgate.

Contact your authorised Holden delaership for a free-of-charge rework (timing will be subject to availability of parts).

I've got to get this done, but the dealers wont give you a free loan car for the day. I'm not paying for a loan car when its they're fault and it take a day to fix!
So because I need my car for work Its going to cost me a days pay, or $50 for a loan car. So I'm putting it off for now until I can figure out another option.

[TinSnips]

Date created: 9th July 2010

Product description VE Ute

ISOVIN range:
6G1E#42###L100048 - 6G1E#42###L458251
6G1E#42###L923162 - 6G1E#42###L983869

Target Number: 34,432
Campaign Number: 10-H-04
What are the hazards? The tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards.
What are the defects? A condition can occur under specific operating conditions where the tailgate may unlatch when impacted rearwards with sufficient energy by unsecured objects placed in the rear cargo tray.
Supplier GM Holden Ltd
What should consumers do? If the Ute's cargo tray is loaded, owners should either use a Holden tonneau cover or ensure items are firmly restrained within the tray and not loaded against the tailgate.

Contact your authorised Holden delaership for a free-of-charge rework (timing will be subject to availability of parts).

I've got to get this done, but the dealers wont give you a free loan car for the day. I'm not paying for a loan car when its they're fault and it take a day to fix!
So because I need my car for work Its going to cost me a days pay, or $50 for a loan car. So I'm putting it off for now until I can figure out another option.

Only takes about 2 hours. Had it done while I waited.

[d1mebag]

Hey guys,

FYI - Just had my Series II SS-V Redline Ute in for its 3000KM service on Thursday 5th May, and they informed me of a recall to check the fuel pump. Mine was all good, nothing needed replacing.

[Johnsy]

why do you spend 41k on a car when you can't figure out what to do when it breaks down?

shocking.

Because he/she obviously has a job and money to spend where as you don't !!

[theconcierege]

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