RVS guides and resources

Frequently asked questions – Supplier responsibilities when conducting a vehicle or vehicle component recall

As the supplier of a vehicle or vehicle component, you are responsible for informing the department about any recalls and conducting those recalls in a manner that is proportionate to the risk.

Supplier’s guide to vehicle recall not-reporting status

This document provides an overview of not-reporting status for voluntary road vehicle and road vehicle component recalls

Compliance and enforcement strategy 2026–29

This strategy outlines the department's approach to compliance and enforcement under the Road Vehicle Standards legislation from July 2026 to June 2029. It explains the department's priorities, risk-based approach and focus areas for supporting road vehicle compliance in Australia.

ROVER guide: Apply for a vehicle to be entered on the SEV Register

This ROVER guide explains how to apply for a vehicle to be entered on the Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicles (SEVs) Register.

The Regulatory Report—Issue 8

This report provides statistics on Road Vehicle Standards regulatory activities conducted by the department between April and June 2026.

ROVER and RVCS & RAWS guide: Set up Microsoft Authenticator as an existing user

This guide will help you set up the Microsoft Authenticator app as your new multi-factor authentication method when you sign in to your account for the first time after ROVER Release 10 is deployed in October 2025.

ROVER guide: Correct information on the SEV Register

This ROVER guide shows you how to request an error to be corrected on the Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicles (SEVs) Register.

ROVER guide: Create an account and profile

ROVER is the department’s online portal for applications and approvals under the Road Vehicle Standards (RVS) legislation. This guide shows you what you need to do before you can begin using ROVER.

Questions answered during RVSA Industry Webinar #42, Thursday 30 April 2026

Concessional RAV entry approval holder’s guide to voluntary vehicle recalls

This guide explains when approval holders may need to take voluntary recall action, how to notify the department through ROVER, and the steps suppliers should take to identify, contact and support affected vehicle owners.