Recalls: Holden EP Epica
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Holden EP Epica
- In December 2011, a recall was issued for Holden Epica vehicles with 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engines due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the fuel feed hose to leak, creating a fire hazard (PRA 2011/12935). The recalled vehicles had VINs in the following ranges –
- 2009 models: KL3LA69RJ9B137502 to KL3LA69RJ9B529009;
- 2010 models: KL3LA69RJAB000281 to KL3LA69RJAB099015; and,
- 2011 models: KL3LA69RJBB005838 to KL3LA69RJBB065472.
- In August 2012, a recall was issued for Holden Epicas produced between 2008 and 2010 and in the VIN range KL3LA###J#B112086 and KL3LA###J#B011772. In these vehicles, a valve within the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) could potentially stick, resulting in reduced brake performance and/or a spongy brake pedal. As part of the recall, the EBCM was to be inspected and, if required, replaced (PRA 2012/13282).
Problems and faults: Holden EP Epica
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Holden Epica: gear lever won’t move out of park
For the Holden Epica, there have been reports of the transmission lever being stuck in park.
The Holden Epica has a brake inter-lock system which is mounted on the brake pedal assembly. When the brake pedal is depressed, it should close a switch (located under the dashboard) which, in turn, energises a solenoid in the gearshifter housing and allows the gearshift to be moved out of park. If the switch is not working properly, however, then the gear lever won’t move out of park. In the event that the brake inter-lock system becomes inoperative, there is a pink lever which acts as a manual over-ride.
If the brake lights do not illuminate when the brakes are depressed, it may be possible to fix this problem by adjusting the switch –
- Under the dashboard, locate the switch and twist the assembly at the back of the bracket, pushing down towards the brake pedal. The switch should twist out;
- Keeping the switch connected to the wire, check again that the brake lights illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed; and,
- Provided the brake lights illuminate, the switch can be adjusted by inserting it back into the dashboard, pushing down against the brake pedal arm (depressing the switch) and locking it into position. Again, check that the brake lights illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed.
If adjusting the brake pedal switch does not work, it may be necessary to replace it.
