Recalls

Recalls & faults: MG ZS (2004-05)

Recalls: MG ZS

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: MG ZS

No recall information is available for the MG ZS. To search for recalls of MG models, please visit Product Safety Recalls Australia: MG.


Problems and faults: MG ZS

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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Problems and faults: MG ZS

  • The timing belts should be changed every six years or 140,000 kilometres (whichever comes first).
  • In freezing temperatures, the throttle may stick due to moisture and dirt freezing within the engine bay. This can be prevented by spraying the throttle cable and throttle motor mechanism with WD40 and applying petroleum jelly to the cable and motor. When dry, these areas can then be coated.
  • The thermostat housing may crack or the thermostat itself may fail (or the thermostat may fall out of the engine).
  • A rattling noise from the engine bay and sluggish performance may be due to a failed inlet manifold. If so, the manifold will require replacement.


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