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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OIL SUMP MAY CRACK DUE TO THE ENGINE OVERHEATING
The engine control module calibration may not adequately detect an overheat condition in certain 2.0L Duratorq Diesel engines. In extreme cases an overheated engine can result in a breach of the oil sump leading to loss of the engine oil.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download revised software for the control module calibration that improves overheat detection and provides an instrument cluster warning indicator to the driver and engine de-rate strategy.
OIL SUMP MAY CRACK DUE TO THE ENGINE OVERHEATING
The engine control module calibration may not adequately detect an overheat condition in certain 2.0L Duratorq Diesel engines. In extreme cases an overheated engine can result in a breach of the oil sump leading to loss of the engine oil.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download revised software for the control module calibration that improves overheat detection and provides an instrument cluster warning indicator to the driver and engine de-rate strategy.
THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
REAR DRIVESHAFT MAY BECOME DAMAGED RESULTING IN LOSS OF DRIVE
On affected vehicles the clip that retains the gearshift cables may not be fully engaged with the metal portion of the handbrake cable.
Inspect the gearshift cables and driveshaft for signs of contact damage and replace if required. Also the dealership will inspect the gearshift cables clip to ensure it is correctly aligned and fully engaged.
SIDE AND/OR KNEE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY IN A COLLISION
The airbag initiator may be defective and may prevent the side airbag(s) and/or knee airbag deploying in the event of an accident. In a collision the airbags not deploying could put the occupants at further risk.
Recall the 1943 vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the side and knee protection airbags complete with initiators.
SIDE AND/OR KNEE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY IN A COLLISION
The airbag initiator may be defective and may prevent the side airbag(s) and/or knee airbag deploying in the event of an accident. In a collision the airbags not deploying could put the occupants at further risk.
Recall the 1943 vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the side and knee protection airbags complete with initiators.
SIDE AND/OR KNEE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY IN A COLLISION
The airbag initiator may be defective and may prevent the side airbag(s) and/or knee airbag deploying in the event of an accident. In a collision the airbags not deploying could put the occupants at further risk.
Recall the 1943 vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the side and knee protection airbags complete with initiators.
B-PILLAR TRIM INSULATION TOO CLOSE TO THE SEAT BELT PRETENTIONER
In the event of a colision which deploys the front seat belt retractor pre-tensioner there is a possibility that the insulation material on the inner face of lower 'B' pillar trim could be subjected to a concentrated heat source that could ignite the insulation material resulting in fire.
Remove a section of the insulation material on both �B� pillar trims.
HEATED WASHER JETS MAY OVERHEAT
The heated washer jets fitted to some Kuga vehicles may have jet heating elements that are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will damage the nozzle housing and may cause local heat/fire damage to the cowl grille accompanied by smoke and burning smell.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG INFLATOR HOUSING MAY RUPTURE
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver side frontal airbag the front driver side air bag inflator housing may rupture and deploy the airbag abnormally. An inflator rupture could also result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a revised Airbag Inflator into all affected vehicles.
FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG INFLATOR HOUSING MAY RUPTURE
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver side frontal airbag the front driver side air bag inflator housing may rupture and deploy the airbag abnormally. An inflator rupture could also result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a revised Airbag Inflator into all affected vehicles.
SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY MALFUNCTION
The driver side front seat belt pre-tensioner cable could separate during deployment leaving the driver inadequately restrained in a collision which increases the risk of injury.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new driver side front seat belt assembly.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
It is possible for the automatic transmission to shift from 6th to 1st due to an incorrect signal from the output speed sensor. The unintended down shift will cause an abrupt wheel speed reduction.
On affected vehicles carry out a TCM recalibration
PANORAMIC ROOF GLASS MAY DETACH
It has been identified that the mating surface of the vehicle body for the panoramic glass roof panel may have been contaminated during the primer phase of the instigation process. There is a possibility that this could cause poor adhesion between the panoramic glass roof panel and the vehicle body. This could result in wind noise water leaks and in the worst cases detachment of the panoramic glass roof.
Recall all affected vehicles to remove clean body and re-bond the panoramic glass roof panel.
PANORAMIC ROOF GLASS MAY DETACH
It has been identified that the mating surface of the vehicle body for the panoramic glass roof panel may have been contaminated during the primer phase of the instigation process. There is a possibility that this could cause poor adhesion between the panoramic glass roof panel and the vehicle body. This could result in wind noise water leaks and in the worst cases detachment of the panoramic glass roof.
Recall all affected vehicles to remove clean body and re-bond the panoramic glass roof panel.
RISK OF FIRE
The heated washer jets may have jet heating elements which are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will damage the nozzle housing and may cause local heat/fire damage to the cowl grille accompanied by smoke and burning smell.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLT SECURITY
It has been identified that during production a small number of Fiesta's may not have had the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolt tightened to the correct specification. This may result in the mounting not performing as intended if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
Recall all affected vehicles to torque the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolts to the correct specification.
REAR AXLE MAY DETACH
There may not be adequate welding on one of the rear axle side arm bush housings. Therefore it is possible for the twist beam to become detached from the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new rear twist axle.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
The Glow Plug Control Module (GPCM) can be affected by wet conditions. It is not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
Replace the Glow Plug Control Module
HEADLAMPS MAY SWITCH OFF WITHOUT WARNING
Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
HEADLAMPS MAY SWITCH OFF WITHOUT WARNING
Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
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