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A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.
A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.
On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.
In rare cases the starter motor can inadvertently be activated permanently presenting a risk of a thermal event
In rare cases the starter motor can inadvertently be activated permanently presenting a risk of a thermal event.
Rework the starter motor assembly.
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
Screw connections of some seats and seatbelts may not have been properly tightened during vehicle production
Screw connections of some seats and seatbelts may not have been properly tightened during vehicle production.
: Inspect and ensure all affected seats and belts are correctly secured and tightened to specification.
Screw connections of some seats and seatbelts may not have been properly tightened during vehicle production
Screw connections of some seats and seatbelts may not have been properly tightened during vehicle production.
: Inspect and ensure all affected seats and belts are correctly secured and tightened to specification.
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold
Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.
THE OBD SOFTWARE COULD MISINTERPRET CERTAIN INPUT PARAMETERS FOR THE ENGINE MANGEMENT SYSTEM
During a service visit the affected vehicles have been updated with software that could misinterpret certain input parameters for the engine management system.
The control units will be reprogrammed with an improved version of software.
THE MATERIAL QUALITY OF THE SCREWS USED FOR SEAT BELTS AND REAR SEATS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATIONS.
The material quality of seat and seatbelt screws may not be according to specification.
On the affected vehicles the screws will be replaced in specific locations on the seat belts or rear seats.
THERMAL AGEING OF INLINE FUSE LOCATED ON THE FRONT RIGHT SPRING STRUT DOME
Thermal ageing of an inline fuse located on the front right spring strut dome.
Modify the circuit to a later specification and replace the fuse.
A MICROPROCESSOR FAULT IN THE AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT CAN LEAD TO FAULTY OPERATING CONDITIONS
A microprocessor fault in the airbag control unit can lead to faulty operating conditions.
The airbag control unit will be replaced.
THE REAR DRIVE SHAFTS MAY NOT FULFIL THE DURABILITY REQUIREMENTS
The rear drive shafts may not fulfil the durability requirements.
On the affected vehicles one or both output shafts will be replaced.
AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE FITTED WITH BRAKE DISCS WHICH ARE NOT TO SPECIFICATION
Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which were not produced according to the specifications
On the affected vehicles the brake discs will be checked and if necessary replaced
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME
Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.
The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
THE BATTERY CABLES ON THE 48V STARTER GENERATOR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY SECURED DURING PRODUCTION
The battery cables on the 48V starter generator may not have been sufficiently secured during the production process.
Check the screw connection of the 48V positive / negative battery cables on the starter generator and rework if necessary.
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.
Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.
REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.
Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.
IF THE HEAD AIR BAG IS DEPLOYED THE IGNITOR MAY SEPARATE FROM THE INFLATOR
Curtain airbags may have propellant which may have a humidity level higher than specification and in the event of a collision may not deploy correctly increasing the risk of injury.
Replace the airbags on affected vehicles.
THE PRESSING FORCE OF THE BEARING BUSHING INTO THE CRANKCASE MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION
The engine counterbalance shaft bearing bushing into the crankcase may be out of specification
Replace the engine of affected vehicles
POSSIBLE CORROSION OF THE BULKHEAD CONNECTOR OF THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE
The branch-off point of the main battery cable may corrode
The branch-off point will be checked and reworked appropriately depending on the level of corrosion present
POTENTIAL RUPTURE OF DRIVER FRONT AIR BAG INFLATOR
The front drivers air bag may not deploy correctly on activation.
Check and replace the drivers front air bag if required.
AUXILIARY WATER PUMP'S ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD COULD LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT
The auxiliary water pump may short circuit causing a thermal incident.
The Auxiliary Water Pump of the affected vehicles will be replaced.
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