DVLA recall archive
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POWER STEERING MAY BE LOST
It has been identified that the power steering pump drive belts could de-laminate and fail. Should this occur drive to the power steering pump would be lost likewise the assistance to the steering.
Recalled vehicles will have the power steering drive belts checked and renewed should they be found to be within the affected batch.
POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
It has been identified that a small number of Fiesta and Fusion vehicles may have been built with a steering column which may have suffered damage by inappropriate handling prior to vehicle production. In rare cases there may be damage to the column upper universal joint which could result in loss of steering control.
Recalled vehicles will have the steering column universal joint inspected for signs of damage. If damage is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.
POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
It has been identified that a small number of Fiesta and Fusion vehicles may have been built with a steering column which may have suffered damage by inappropriate handling prior to vehicle production. In rare cases there may be damage to the column upper universal joint which could result in loss of steering control.
Recalled vehicles will have the steering column universal joint inspected for signs of damage. If damage is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.
FRONT SUSPENSION STRUT TO KNUCKLE CLAMPING BOLT INSUFFICIENT TORQUE
It has been identified that the front suspension strut to knuckle clamping bolt torque might be insufficient. The possibility therefore exists that should the assembly move within it's mounting the tyre may contact the wheel arch. Additionally in the case of FWD vehicles the shock absorber could contact the driveshaft.
Subject vehicles will have the suspension strut checked for correct positioning and the clamp bolt tightened to the revised torque.
WHEEL NUTS COULD CRACK
It has been identified due to incorrect heat treatment that the wheel nuts may become brittle and develop a crack in the conical washer.
Recalled vehicles will have the wheel nuts replaced.
POSSIBLE PARTIAL DETACHMENT OF FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM.
It has been identified that a number of vehicles have been produced with front suspension lower arm bolts which may have been tightened to an incorrect torque. In this condition failure of a bolt may result in partial detachment of the arm from the subframe which could adversely affect the steering and stability control.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject bolts checked for correct torque and tightened if necessary. Should any bolt be found to be damaged it will be replaced.
HEATED WINDSCREEN EARTH POINT MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED - RISK OF BURN DAMAGE TO TRIM
It has been identified that on subject vehicles the heated windscreen earthing point may not have been tightened to the specified torque. An incorrect torque may lead to electrical arcing and in extreme cases this arcing may cause scorching or burning of the surrounding trim components.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject earthing point inspected for correct installation and torque.
HEATED WINDSCREEN EARTH POINT MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED - RISK OF BURN DAMAGE TO TRIM
It has been identified that on subject vehicles the heated windscreen earthing point may not have been tightened to the specified torque. An incorrect torque may lead to electrical arcing and in extreme cases this arcing may cause scorching or burning of the surrounding trim components.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject earthing point inspected for correct installation and torque.
SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE.
It has been identified that the speed control deactivation switch may overheat smoke or burn.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject switch renewed if necessary in addition to which a modified jumper harness will be installed.
SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE.
It has been identified that the speed control deactivation switch may overheat smoke or burn.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject switch renewed if necessary in addition to which a modified jumper harness will be installed.
POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE CUT OUT
It has been identified that the fuel pipe connector between the engine fuel line and fuel tank may not be totalled secured. This may result in a disconnection of the fuel line with the possibility of engine cut out and loss of fuel onto the road surface. Whilst the vehicle is in the dealership the opportunity will be taken to carry out a slight modification to the alternator to prevent the possibility of a short circuit occurring with other components.
Recalled vehicles will have the integrity of the fuel line connector checked. Additionally the alternator cable will be modified by removing a portion of sleeving that may be in contact with the end eyelet.
POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE CUT OUT
It has been identified that the fuel pipe connector between the engine fuel line and fuel tank may not be totalled secured. This may result in a disconnection of the fuel line with the possibility of engine cut out and loss of fuel onto the road surface. Whilst the vehicle is in the dealership the opportunity will be taken to carry out a slight modification to the alternator to prevent the possibility of a short circuit occurring with other components.
Recalled vehicles will have the integrity of the fuel line connector checked. Additionally the alternator cable will be modified by removing a portion of sleeving that may be in contact with the end eyelet.
ENGINE MAY FAIL
It has been identified that a batch of engines have misaligned oil feed holes between the cylinder head and the camshaft bearings. The reduced oil flow could cause premature wear of the camshaft bearings and may also result in seizure of the engine without prior warning.
Recalled vehicles will be checked by dealers for the presence of the relevant build code and the engine will be renewed if it is within the specified range.
FLYWHEEL MAY FAIL
The Duel Mass Flywheel could fail in such a way that the friction pad and spring break through the duel mass flywheel housing. This could cause rough running noise and vibration and in extreme cases could result in transmission damage and localised burning of the engine under shield insulation
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and renew the Duel Mass Flyweheel and clutch assembly.
WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL AND OVERHEAT
Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be high enough to melt the trim components in the area of the motor assembly.
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a revised cover and sealing grommet which will replace the existing sealing system.
WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL AND OVERHEAT
Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be high enough to melt the trim components in the area of the motor assembly.
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a revised cover and sealing grommet which will replace the existing sealing system.
FUEL RETURN PIPE LEAK
The fuel return pipe is not specification and will degrade. This could lead to seapage of fuel.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.
FUEL RETURN PIPE LEAK
The fuel return pipe is not specification and will degrade. This could lead to seapage of fuel.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.
FUEL RETURN PIPE LEAK
The fuel return pipe is not specification and will degrade. This could lead to seapage of fuel.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.
TRACK CONTROL ARMS MAY FRACTURE
A material quality defect in the track control arm may result in a fracture.
Ford are to coordinate collection of the affected vehicles replace all the track control arms at dedicated facilities and return the vehicles to the customers.
SIDE AIRBAG WIRING ISSUE
The wiring for the side airbags within the electrical connector for the control module is reversed. In the event of an impact which triggered the side airbag system the incorrect side would be deployed.
Subject vehicles to be recalled at which time the wiring fault will be corrected by establishing the terminals to their correct location within the connector.
SIDE AIRBAG WIRING ISSUE
The wiring for the side airbags within the electrical connector for the control module is reversed. In the event of an impact which triggered the side airbag system the incorrect side would be deployed.
Subject vehicles to be recalled at which time the wiring fault will be corrected by establishing the terminals to their correct location within the connector.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT APPLY
If the ignition key is switched from ON to OFF and the key removed within 0.5 seconds the parking brake may fail to automatically apply.
Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme the electronic parking brake module
POSSIBLE UNEXPECTED BRAKING.
The yaw rate sensor may be out of specification which may lead to unexpected braking
Recall affected vehicles inspect sensors and renew as necessary
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF UNEXPECTED BRAKING.
Yaw rate sensor out of specification the effect of which may result in unexpected braking
Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for inspection of the yaw sensors which will be replaced as necessary.
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