DVLA recall archive
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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
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
The timing-chain tensioner is subject to wear because of a manufacturing defect . This means that gradually the timing chain is no longer adequately tensioned and as a result it slips its sprockets. If not rectified the engine could die while the vehicle is being ridden.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the timing chain tensioner.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
The timing-chain tensioner is subject to wear because of a manufacturing defect . This means that gradually the timing chain is no longer adequately tensioned and as a result it slips its sprockets. If not rectified the engine could die while the vehicle is being ridden.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the timing chain tensioner.
OIL MAY LEAK ONTO REAR TYRE
There is a possibility that pulsating oil pressure can cause the shaft sealing ring at the gearbox output to be dislodged from the gearbox housing. If this situation is not noticed by the rider the leaking oil can contaminate the rear tyre which can lead to a higher risk of collision or rider being unseated.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to fit a retainer to the gearbox.
CHILD SAFETY LOCK MAY NOT ACTIVATE
It is possible that vehicles fitted with Automatic Soft-Closure Feature (SCA) rear doors may have an issue with out of tolerance on the SCA mechanism which can result in the deactivation of the child locks when they are activated. This could result in a child unintentionally opening the door and exiting the vehicle. The driver is informed that the rear door is open by a warning on the instrument panel and an acoustic (noise) warning.
Recall all affected vehicles to check the locks and replace them if required.
DYNAMIC ESA PISTON ROD MAY BREAK
It has been identified that due to a manufacturing defect it is possible that the piston rod of the optional rear Dynamic ESA spring strut could break. If this occurred then the rear of the machine will drop to the extent that the rear-wheel cover/guard will come into contact with the rear tyre and possibly cause loss of control of the machine.
Recall all affected machines and replace the Dynamic ESA.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
Rain/moisture may enter the side stand switch and cause the engine to cut out or not to start.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the side stand switch.
BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY BE AFFECTED
It is possible for the lubrication to the vacuum pump to be interrupted because of a nonconformity with the sealing cap fitted to the intake camshaft. The sealing cap may move and prevent lubrication reaching the vacuum pump causing it over a period to seize. The driver will probably note increasing input is necessary to stop the vehicle. Should the vacuum pump fail completely the vehicle can still be braked albeit with increased pressure applied to the foot brake control.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the sealing cap of the intake camshaft. If necessary the sealing cap in the camshaft will be secured with a spacer.
WHEEL MAY LOCK UP
As a result of adverse tolerances at production wear at the rear-wheel bearings can be exceptionally high. The rear wheel can drag if this wear remains unnoticed for a long period of time.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to check the bearings and where necessary replace the bearings.
TOWING BALL HITCH MAY DETACH
Electronically deployed tow hitch is automatically deployed by button located ion luggage compartment. The pivot uses a mechanical control link which is electrically adjusted. This is necessary to prevent a loosening or shaking loose of the end stop during driving. Due to a software error in the instrument cluster the driver may not in certain cases get prior warning if the adjustment fails. The consequences of this are that the ball hitch can shake loose from the end stop whilst driving. The control link can break due to the imposed load of the trailer and the hitch can pivot downwards causing loosening/detachment of the trailer and adversely affect the vehicle control.
Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme the control unit/instrument cluster.
ENGINE MAY STALL
On certain machines the software data in the Engine Control Unit (ECU) may have to tight a limit on the throttle value signal. In rare cases this can cause the engine to stall and cause the rider to loose control of the machine.
Recall all affected machines and install new updated software.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
The defect concerns the front passenger air bag. The skin of certain instrument panels was not correctly scored. In case of accident with air bag deployment the predetermined breaking point will not tear open resulting in the air bag deploying in the instrument panel. This will lead to insufficient restraint effect and possibly release of parts of the air bag system into the passenger compartment.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the instrument panel.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.
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