DVLA recall archive
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Reverse gear switch not functioning as intended.
On affected vehicles the reversing gear switch is not according to specification. This could result in a failure to illuminate the rear light of the vehicle during a reversing manoeuvre.
Check the reversing gear switch and replacement if required
Reverse gear switch not functioning as intended.
On affected vehicles the reversing gear switch is not according to specification. This could result in a failure to illuminate the rear light of the vehicle during a reversing manoeuvre.
Check the reversing gear switch and replacement if required
Incorrect tyre size data on Certificate of Conformity (CoC)
Affected vehicles may display incorrect tyre size information on the Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
The CoC must be replaced.
Incorrect tyre size data on Certificate of Conformity (CoC)
Affected vehicles may display incorrect tyre size information on the Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
The CoC must be replaced.
VIN label and CoC addendum
Affected vehicles may have a tyre load index on the vehicle that is lower than the declared rear axle capacity.
Replacement of the manufacturer's label fitted to the vehicle and supply the customer with an addendum to the COC (Certificate of Conformity).
Side airbag/head airbag crash sensor not correctly connected
Affected vehicles fitted with the side airbag/head airbag may not have the side crash sensor connected correctly which may in a worst-case scenario result in non-deployment of the airbag in a side impact/crash.
To check the correct engagement/connection of the side crash sensor.
Front suspension control arm ball joint
Affected vehicles may not have the correct installation and tightening between the suspension control arm and the steering knuckle joint.This may possibly result in the control arm bolt becoming detached from the knuckle seat whilst the vehicle is in motion In the worst case this could lead to loss of vehicle control.
Check installation of joint and if necessary correctly install joint.
The calibration for urea pump diagnostics in the ECU (Engine Control Unit) is not fulfilling regulation requirement
The calibration for urea pump diagnostics in the ECU (Engine Control Unit) is not fulfilling the regulation requirement.
Update to the ECU (engine control unit) calibration software.
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a faulty 48-volt battery. This may lead to a loss of the functionality of the battery. This may result in a risk of thermal run away in the case of water infiltration.
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a faulty 48-volt battery. This may lead to a loss of the functionality of the battery. This may result in a risk of thermal run away in the case of water infiltration.
The repair is a check of the PBU valve code and replacement of the 48-volt battery if necessary.
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a faulty 48-volt battery. This may lead to a loss of the functionality of the battery. This may result in a risk of thermal run away in the case of water infiltration.
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a faulty 48-volt battery. This may lead to a loss of the functionality of the battery. This may result in a risk of thermal run away in the case of water infiltration.
The repair is a check of the PBU valve code and replacement of the 48-volt battery if necessary.
On certain vehicles equipped with an Air Conditioning compressor these may experience the condition of a powertrain shutdown in the event of an AC compressor issue. This could result in the engine non-starting or stalling.
On certain vehicles equipped with an Air Conditioning compressor these may experience the condition of a powertrain shutdown in the event of an AC compressor issue. This could result in the engine non-starting or stalling.
The repair is an upload of modified ECU software.
On certain vehicles equipped with an Air Conditioning compressor these may experience the condition of a powertrain shutdown in the event of an AC compressor issue. This could result in the engine non-starting or stalling.
On certain vehicles equipped with an Air Conditioning compressor these may experience the condition of a powertrain shutdown in the event of an AC compressor issue. This could result in the engine non-starting or stalling.
The repair is an upload of modified ECU software.
On affected vehicles diesel fuel leaks may possibly occur due to the vehicle being fitted with a fuel return pipe without protective tape. This could cause a potential deformation of the fuel return pipe and in extreme cases could lead to fuel leaks and the risk of fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles diesel fuel leaks may possibly occur due to the vehicle being fitted with a fuel return pipe without protective tape. This could cause a potential deformation of the fuel return pipe and in extreme cases could lead to fuel leaks and the risk of fire in the engine compartment.
The application of protective tape around the fuel return pipe.
On the affected vehicle the tightening torque applied to the steering rack during production may be insufficient.
On the affected vehicle the tightening torque applied to the steering rack during production may be insufficient.
The repair is replacement of the left steering pinion tie rod retainer nut and apply the correct torque.
INCORRECTLY POSITIONED FUEL PIPE
Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.
INCORRECTLY POSITIONED FUEL PIPE
Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
: Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.
Certain kinds of vehicle acceleration could cause the speed limiter to turn off.
Certain kinds of vehicle acceleration could cause the speed limiter to turn off.
Update the software of engine control module.
The positive lead on the auxiliary battery terminal may not be tightened correctly.
The positive lead on the auxiliary battery terminal may not be tightened correctly
The integrity of the positive lead terminal must be checked and if it is damaged it must be replaced. If it is not damaged the correct torque must be applied to the nut to ensure correct tightening.
INEFFECTIVE/INCORRECT TIGHTENING OF A LOCK NUT ON THE STEERING GEAR ROD
Vehicles may have been produced with ineffective/incorrect tightening of a lock nut on the steering gear rod.
Check for the correct tightening of the lock nut and check/adjust wheel alignment if tightening was required.
A HIGH VOLTAGE HARNESS CONNECTOR MIGHT NOT BE TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
A High Voltage Harness connector might not be to the correct specification
Check the connector and if required replace the harness.
VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED
Vehicles may have been fitted with the front crossmember incorrectly tightened.
Check and tighten the bolts on the front crossmember to the prescribed torque. Replacement of the steering rack if necessary.
INEFFECTIVE/INCORRECT TIGHTENING OF A LOCK NUT ON THE STEERING GEAR ROD
Vehicles may have been produced with ineffective/incorrect tightening of a lock nut on the steering gear rod.
Check for the correct tightening of the lock nut and check/adjust wheel alignment if tightening was required.
VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH A FAULTY LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE HALF-SHAFT
A number of vehicles may have been fitted with a faulty left or right side half-shaft (drive shaft).
The half-shaft identified as faulty according to traceability data must be replaced
The Certificate of Conformity (CoC) and the registration card must be updated due to the stated gross vehicle weight rating being incorrect (4835 kg instead of 4955 kg).
The Certificate of Conformity (CoC) and the registration card must be updated due to the stated gross vehicle weight rating being incorrect.
The CoC and registration documents must be replaced to reflect the correct data.
DUE TO A NONCONFORMITY IN PRODUCTION THE SIDE MARKER LIGHTS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING
Due to a nonconformity in production the side marker lights are not functioning.
The proxy file of the vehicle must be updated to allow the marker lights to function as intended.
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