Tank 300 HEV Jack Adjusting Rod Recall: A Rod That Connects Is Not Necessarily Suitable

If a Tank 300 HEV has a puncture and the owner intends to use the supplied jack, a rod that appears to connect is not enough reason to use it. This Australian recall concerns an incorrect adjusting rod specification. Check whether the campaign has been completed before deciding which tool needs attention.

The notice identifies the adjusting rod

REC-006024 states that the adjusting rod used to operate the jack has an incorrect specification and may not function as intended. The official remedy is to replace that rod. [Official defect and remedy][S11]

A “jack-related recall” therefore does not mean every vehicle needs an entirely new jack kit. The parts requirement should address the rod identified in the notice, with the authorised provider confirming whether the actual vehicle tools have any additional issues.

Similar appearance does not establish suitability

Dealers should distinguish a missing adjusting rod, a tool connector and a complete jack. Roughly similar rod length or an apparently usable connection cannot establish that a universal tool is the replacement for this campaign.

This distinguishes vehicle lifting tools from ordinary cosmetic accessories: the vehicle's tool requirements and manufacturer remedy must guide the decision. Do not lift the vehicle first to see whether the rod is suitable. An outstanding campaign should not be investigated through a roadside lifting trial.

Normal driving does not validate the supplied tool

The notice states that the defect does not affect vehicle performance, while explaining that the affected jack cannot be used to remove a wheel and raises compliance concerns under local standards. [Notice explanation][S11] Normal driving therefore does not establish that the tools need no attention. Equally, this defect should not be expanded into a vehicle braking or powertrain fault.

For tyre failures before rectification, the official advice is to contact GWM Roadside Assistance. [Interim arrangements][S11] This follows the notice's stated route rather than improvising a rod of unknown origin.

Scope and verification

This article covers Australia, REC-006024／88242C2, originally published on Jul 22, 2024. The notice lists the year 2023 and 975 Tank 300 HEV vehicles. Check individual vehicles against the [official VIN list][V81]; do not combine this campaign with high-voltage harness or other actions.

No public data were available for rod dimensions, rated load, OE numbers or interchangeability with other jacks. [To be verified] No individual VIN enquiry was performed. For ordinary compatibility, use the VIN and local factory parts catalogue; contact the local authorised provider first for recall matters.

For separately confirmed ordinary vehicle-tool requirements, use the parts enquiry page.

[S11]: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-006024
[V81]: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/sites/default/files/recall-files/REC-006024-VIN-List-1.csv