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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.
THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module cooler could leak over time
The EGR cooler will be inspected on the affected vehicles and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.
THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH A DEFECTIVE SENSOR FOR THE ROLLOVER DETECTION
The air bag control unit may have been equipped with a defective sensor for the rollover detection.
The Airbag control unit (ACSM4i) will be replaced on the affected vehicles.
THE STEERING GEAR TIE ROD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE REQUIRED SPHERICAL WASHER
The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer
Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced
REAR LIGHTS MAY BE FIXED WITH INCORRECT SECURING NUTS
The rear lights of affected vehicles might be fixed with securing nuts which may not have been produced to supplier specifications.
The rear lights will be checked and if necessary replaced.
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK
The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk
A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles
SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR
The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.
On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.
FRONT AXLE SWIVEL BEARINGS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION
Due to a fault in the supplier production process the swivel bearings on the front axle of the affected vehicles may not have been produced to specification. Due to an insufficient heat treatment the fracture strain has been reduced. The affected swivel bearings could break causing loss of wheel guidance during driving.
On the affected vehicles both swivel bearings will be checked and if necessary replaced with a part produced to specification.
PLUG IN CONTACT CABLE MAY MALFUNCTION
The positive battery cable to the front distribution box behind the glove box can become damaged by vibrations and frictional corrosion. This may cause a loss of electrical connection to the distributions box. Symptoms include being unable to gain entry or start the car but the most common are a flickering instrument panel or uneven engine performance. However if the electrical connection is completely lost this will also affect the operation of the vehicles lighting systems; e.g. sidelights or hazard warning lamps.
On affected vehicles carry out a suitable repair to the battery cable positive cable.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAYNOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
It is possible a recess on the inside of the instrument panel was not machined correctly. The recess is the predetermined break point of the instrument panel when the front passenger airbag is activated. If the milling has not been carried out correctly the proper deployment of the front passenger airbag cannot be ensured.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the milling of the predetermined break point. Where necessary the instrument panel will be replaced.
DRIVESHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT MAY BREAK
Due to insufficient strength the front universal joint in the rear front universal joint of the rear prop shaft may fail.
On affected vehicle replace the universal joint with a modified version
PLUG IN CONTACT CABLE MAY MALFUNCTION
It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be made aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
Recall all affected vehicles with petrol engines and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
A recess on the inside of the fascia panel may not have been correctly machined . This recess affects the deployment of the front passenger's air bag and it may not deploy as intended.
On affected vehicles replace fascia panel.
AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY
The igniter for the certain airbag modules may not have been correctly manufactured which may affect air bag deployment in the event of a collision.
Where necessary replace affected airbag modules.
ENGINE EMERGENCY MODE MAY BE ACTIVATED DURING DRIVING
The screws retaining the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) housing may loosen and under certain circumstances the heads may break off. This can lead to the VANOS leaking oil internally and adversely affect the valve timing adjustment. If found to deviating from targeted data the engine emergency mode will be activated. This will be indicated by a distinct change in engine running. The orange engine management warning lamp and a check message; On vehicles with N51/N52 engines this will appear at ignition recycle on N55 engine it will display immediately.
Repalce bolted connection of the VANOS adjustment unit
LOSS OF DRIVE
It is possible that over a period of time the bolt securing the clutch cover/pressure plate may become loose. The drive should be warned of this by the behaviour of the clutch noise from it or inability to select gears. Under certain conditions complete loss of drive could occur which could place the driver and occupant of the vehicle in a prone position.
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the clutch bolts.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
It is possible that the connection between the B+ cable and the Power Distribution Box can become damaged by wear and heat which is caused by high current flow and high contact resistance. Normally this will result in a non-start situation after parking the vehicle. However it is possible that this could in extreme cases occur whilst the vehicle is in motion. The driver should be make aware of the issue by flickering of the instrument cluster (dash) or an engine mis-fire; but if the driver does not then the engine could cut-out without warning.
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the cable/connection with a more robust item.
EPS MAY NOT PERFORM AS SPECIFIED
Due to a component in the integrated control module not being to specification it is possible power steering assistance may fail. If this happens the EPS warning lamp will illuminate and a check control message will appear on the dashboard display. Directional control will be maintained albeit with additional driver input.
Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the steering box.
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