DVLA recall archive
The archive holds 15,570 DVLA vehicle safety recalls dating back to 1992. Filter by manufacturer, year, or keyword. To check whether a specific vehicle is affected by an outstanding recall, run a live VRM recall check for £1.99.
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CONNECTIONS ON THE CONTROL ARM TO THE REAR AXLE MAY BECOME LOOSE
The rear axle control arms may not have been fitted as intended. In consequence the connections on the control arms concerned may become loose causing unacceptable lateral forces to be applied to the securing bolts. In this situation exact alignment of the wheels can no longer be guaranteed.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject control arms checked for correct alignment and if found not to have been fitted as intended they may require to be replaced.
SEAT OCCUPANCY DETECTOR MAY FAIL AND INPACT ON AIRBAG PROTECTION
The front seat occupancy detector can fail to detect that a seat is occupied with the result that the front and associated side air bags and seat belt pre-tensioners may fail to operate in the event of a collision.
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and carry out full coding of the ECUs reprogramming as necessary.
POSSIBILITY OF INADVERTNENT LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
Due to a hardware fault within the digital engine electronic control unit the possibility exists that the unit could fail completely resulting in loss of engine power.
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured item.
POSSIBILITY OF INADVERTNENT LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
Due to a hardware fault within the digital engine electronic control unit the possibility exists that the unit could fail completely resulting in loss of engine power.
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured item.
POSSIBILITY OF INADVERTNENT LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
Due to a hardware fault within the digital engine electronic control unit the possibility exists that the unit could fail completely resulting in loss of engine power.
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured item.
POSSIBILITY OF INADVERTNENT LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
Due to a hardware fault within the digital engine electronic control unit the possibility exists that the unit could fail completely resulting in loss of engine power.
Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured item.
POSSIBILITY OF INABILITY TO ENGAGE GEAR OR DECLUTCH
Possibility that the pin operating the master cylinder may have been welded incorrectly. Resulting in the inability (on failure) to de-clutch or engage a gear.
Recall likely to be affected vehicles inspect the subject weld and replace the clutch pedal if the weld is found to be faulty.
POSSIBILE FAULT IN THE DSC YAW RATE SENSOR
Due to a possible manufacturing error the damping element of the Directional Stability Control (DSC) yaw rate sensor could be faulty.
Recall the affected vehicles check the batch number and replace if necessary.
POSSIBILE FAULT IN THE DSC YAW RATE SENSOR
Due to a possible manufacturing error the damping element of the Directional Stability Control (DSC) yaw rate sensor could be faulty.
Recall the affected vehicles check the batch number and replace if necessary.
REAR BRAKE CALIPER RETAINING SCREWS MAY NOT BE TO THE CORRECT TORQUE
It is possible that a number of machines have been released from the factory with the securing screws of the rear brake caliper not tightened to the correct torque. Should this situation not be rectified the caliper may would become insecure with the attendant possibility that the rear wheel could lock.
Recall affected machines and check the tightening torque of the caliper retaining screws.
UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG
A possible fault in the microprocessor in the air bag control unit could lead to an uncontrolled setting of the output signals from the control unit immediately after switching on the ignition. In unfavourable conditions this may lead to components of the safety and restraint system being triggered. This fault does not affect the vehicle while the car is being driven.
Recall affected vehicles and replace and code the air bag control unit.
REAR BRAKES MAY FAIL
Under certain harsh conditions it is possible for the inner section of the rear brake hose to rupture. If a rupture occurs it will lead to the brake fluid leaking and the loss of brake effort.
Recall all likely to be affected machines and fit a modified rear brake hose. Additionally correctly fit where necessary the connections at the brake caliper and 180 degree adaptor.
POSSIBLE FLUID LEAK FROM POWER STEERING
The threaded unions on the pressure lines for the power steering gear may not have been sufficiently tightened and could leak oil. Leaking oil could cause the power steering system to fail and in extreme cases escaping oil could ignite on hot engine components.
Check union bolts for signs of leakage. If leaks are found at either of the unions the steering gear will be replaced. If no leaks are found the union bolts will be checked for correct torque.
SEAT BELT TENSIONERS
It is possible that the reinforcement ring in the front seat belt tensioner has not been securely crimped onto the belt tensioner's steel cable. This connection could give in the event of a severe collision and could work loose in extreme cases.
Check the production date on both front seat belt tensioners and replace if they fall within the affected production period.
FRONT BRAKE HOSE COULD RUB ON TYRE
The securing grommet for the front brake hose onto the suspension strut may become detached. In this situation it is possible that the hose could rub against the inside of the front tyre causing consequential damage to the hose. In extreme cases brake fluid could leak causing loss of braking action on the front axle.
The repair will involve fitting a securing clip to the hose and grommet and checking the hose for damage.
HANDBRAKE MAY SELF RELEASE
Depending on the driver's seat position the locking mechanism of the handbrake lever may fail due to the angle that the lever is operated. This may cause the brake to release even when the car is left unattended
Fit a new improved design handbrake assembly.
GEARBOX MAY LOCK UP
The idler gears for third and fourth gear may not be securely seated on the intermediate shaft. As a consequence two gears could be engaged similtaneously and cause the gearbox to lock up.
Replace the gearbox on the affected motorcycles.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY BECOME DETACHED
The brake pedal mounting shaft may have been incorrectly manufactured. In this situation the bush may become loose and in very extreme situations the brake pedal can become detached.
Check the brake pedal shaft in the bearing mount and secure it with a new roll pin.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT WHILST THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN
Due to an ECU software error within the electrical system the fuel pump may operate at an insufficient speed once the fuel tank level has been reduced to less than 30 litres.
Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled to have the ECU's reprogrammed with updated software.
FRONT SUSPENSION OUTER BALL JOINT MAY BECOME DETACHED
Under extreme conditions of use the outer ball joint pins may become loose in the front suspension lower arms. Under extreme conditions detachment could occur.
Recall affected vehicles and fit modified lower arms.
FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM MAY DETACH
There is a possibility that under extreme conditions the lower front suspension arm mounting bolts may become loose and the arm may detach.
Recall affected vehicles and replace front axle support with modified type and longer suspension lower arm bolts.
POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF BALL BEARING FROM FRONT SUSPENSION STRUT TOP MOUNTING
It is possible that the ball bearing in the front suspension strut top mounting may not have been securely fitted. If the weight of the car is taken off of the road wheel for any reason the bearing may became displaced with a risk of personal injury or damage to the suspension.
Replace both front suspension strut mounts.
POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF BALL BEARING FROM FRONT SUSPENSION STRUT TOP MOUNTING
It is possible that the ball bearing in the front suspension strut top mounting may not have been securely fitted. If the weight of the car is taken off of the road wheel for any reason the bearing may became displaced with a risk of personal injury or damage to the suspension.
Replace both front suspension strut mounts.
ENGINE COOLING FAN MAY FAIL.
Manufacturing faults and software errors in the electronics of the electric fan could cause these components to be thermally overloaded and destroyed. In isolated cases the overloading could lead to scorching or a fire in the fan.
Recall affected vehicles and check the fan type and build. Replace the fan where necessary.
TYRES MAY HAVE CUTS IN SIDE WALLS.
Cuts have been observed on isolated Continental tyres fitted to vehicles. The cuts (1-5 cm in length) are of varying severity and can lead to a loss of tyre pressure. This can destroy the tyre if the vehicle continues to be driven.
Recall affected vehicles examine all tyres and replace any found with cuts in the sidewalls.
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