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UK Vehicle Recall Check

Proton Recall Check: DVSA + SMMT Combined

Proton is the Malaysian manufacturer that withdrew from UK sales in 2014 — but a small used-market parc of Persona, Satria and Savvy hatchbacks remains. Enter any UK registration to see whether an outstanding manufacturer recall is on file.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

Start your recall check

Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.

What our Proton recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a Proton for recalls?

Proton withdrew from UK new-car sales in 2014 (and is now Geely-owned). UK-registered Protons are still covered by DVSA recall data for any safety campaigns that remain outstanding on the parc, including older airbag, fuel-system and brake-related items. Because there is no longer a UK Proton dealer network, recall work is typically handled by independent garages — the check tells you what is outstanding for the VIN.

Top Proton models we cover

Recall data is available for every UK-registered Proton, including the Persona, Satria, Savvy, Impian, GEN-2, Wira, Waja and Jumbuck. Enter any UK registration above to check.

  • Proton Persona
  • Proton Satria
  • Proton Savvy
  • Proton Impian
  • Proton GEN-2
  • Proton Wira
  • Proton Waja
  • Proton Jumbuck

Proton recall history from the DVLA archive

The full list of DVLA-recorded Proton safety recalls. Showing the most recent 13 of the archive — run a check on a specific registration to see whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Oct 2010GEN-2SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Oct 2010NEOSHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Mar 2008SAVVYWHEEL MAY DETACH
Dec 2007GEN-2JACK MAY FAIL DURING WHEEL CHANGE
Dec 2007SATIRAJACK MAY FAIL DURING WHEEL CHANGE
Jun 2005GEN-2BATTERY HARNESS TIE BAND NEEDS REROUTING
Jul 2004WIRAPOSSIBLE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
Jul 2004SATIRAPOSSIBLE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
Oct 2001SATRIASUSPENSION STABILISER BAR MAY BREAK
May 2001MPISTARTER MOTOR RELAY
May 2001PERSONASTARTER MOTOR RELAY
May 2001COMPACTSTARTER MOTOR RELAY
Apr 1996PERSONALEAKAGE FROM FUEL TANK

What you get

Every Proton check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

Proton Persona

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

Proton Persona

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

  1. 1

    Enter your VRM

    Type the UK registration of the vehicle you want to check.

  2. 2

    Pay £1.99

    Single payment. No subscription, no account needed to start.

  3. 3

    Get instant recall status

    Combined DVSA + SMMT result appears in seconds and is emailed to you.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear Proton recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Proton vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

Proton no longer sells in the UK. Where do I get a recall fix done?+

For any outstanding Proton safety recall, contact a general independent garage or specialist familiar with the Mitsubishi-derived platforms underlying many older Protons. Recall work is carried out free of charge regardless of when the campaign was issued.

My Proton is over 15 years old. Is it still worth checking?+

Yes. Older Protons have been subject to a small number of recall campaigns over the years, and recall letters often never reach the current keeper after several private sales. Recalls have no expiry.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

Proton maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official Proton recall portal →