Basco BFO-15671 Oil Filter Recall
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The Basco BFO-15671 oil filter for diesel engines is recalled because the base seal may cause the filter to loosen or detach, leading to oil spills.
What this ACCC vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by ACCC on August 27, 2026 and geographically references Australia. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
The base seal of the Basco BFO-15671 oil filter may prevent the thread from screwing on properly and cause the oil filter to loosen or come off while the vehicle is being driven, causing oil to spill out of the engine. This can happen even when the filter has been fitted correctly, and it can happen without any warning to the driver. An incident causing oil loss to a vehicle has occurred.
Which Products Are Affected
- Standalone oil filter: Part number BFO-15671, Barcode 9356247149707
- Filter service kit: Kit number BUNF5, Barcode 9356247157535
The product is a spin-on engine oil filter for diesel engines, sold as both a standalone part and as part of service kits. It is suitable for Isuzu D-Max (TFR/TFS series, 06/2012-2026), Isuzu MU-X (UCS85, 11/2013-06/2021), Isuzu MU-X (UCR40/UCS40, 07/2021-2026), and Mazda BT50 (B30 TFR40/TFS40, 08/2020-2026) with 3.0L diesel 4JJ1-TCX or 4JJ3-TCX engines.
What You Should Do
Stop driving the vehicle immediately if you have the oil filter installed and do not use your vehicle until the oil filter is replaced. If you have not yet fitted the oil filter, do not install it. If the oil filter has been installed, Basco will cover the reasonable costs of having your vehicle inspected and oil filter replaced. Provide receipts to Basco when contacting them. If the oil filter has not been installed, contact Basco for a free replacement or full refund if purchased from Basco or Allied Auto Online, or return the kit to any Bunnings store for a full refund. Contact Basco Wholesale at 03 8740 0239 or sales@bascowholesale.com.au for further information.
Why This Matters
The defect poses a risk of death, serious injury or property damage from an accident if the filter loosens or comes off while driving, and the oil spill may cause a fire if it contacts hot engine parts.
Source
Original source: ACCC Official Notice ↗
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