DVLA recall archive
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Showing 101–125 of 154 recalls.
FUEL HOSE MAY LEAK
The fuel return hose may leak. Increased fuel odour may be noticed and drivers may also observe liquid fuel puddles underneath the vehicle. It is possible that fuel may leak onto the road surface which can present a skid hazard to other road users increasing the risk of a crash. Should leaking fuel come into contact with a sufficiently hot surface in the engine bay there will be an increased risk of fire.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return hose.
PASSENGR SEAT BELT LOCKING RETRACTOR MAY NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY
The Emergency Locking Retractor in the front passenger safety belt assembly may not function correctly. The Emergency Locking Retractors are equipped with a vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism and a webbing-sensitive locking mechanism. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism may not lock as designed. In the event of a pre-crash brake event where the passenger airbag deploys front passenger seat forward facing child seat occupants may sustain more severe injuries.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the left hand front seat belt assembly.
PASSENGR SEAT BELT LOCKING RETRACTOR MAY NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY
The Emergency Locking Retractor in the front passenger safety belt assembly may not function correctly. The Emergency Locking Retractors are equipped with a vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism and a webbing-sensitive locking mechanism. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism may not lock as designed. In the event of a pre-crash brake event where the passenger airbag deploys front passenger seat forward facing child seat occupants may sustain more severe injuries.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the left hand front seat belt assembly.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
The front passenger airbag may not function properly due to a deviation in generant mix ratio. In the event of a crash of sufficient severity the front passenger airbag may not deploy when required. Failure to deploy can lead to increased injuries to the passenger seat occupant.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
The front passenger airbag may not function properly due to a deviation in generant mix ratio. In the event of a crash of sufficient severity the front passenger airbag may not deploy when required. Failure to deploy can lead to increased injuries to the passenger seat occupant.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag.
ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT
It has been identified that the engine wiring harness of the 2.0ltr engined vehicles fitted with automatic transmission may have been incorrectly routed which may allow the wiring harness to contact the water charge air cooler bracket. Engine vibration can cause a chaffing condition where the outer sheathing of the cable can wear through and expose the wires of the engine harness. Depending on the orientation of the wires within the harness then damage to wires can result in electrical arcing and a short circuit. This condition can also result in the illumination of a warning light on the instrument panel loss of the electronic steering system engine cut out without warning melting of the cable sheathing and surrounding parts. Also in extreme circumstances it can cause an under-bonnet fire.
All affected vehicles will be recalled to inspect the clearance between the engine harness and water charge air cooler bracket. If the clearance is not to the correct specification the wiring harness will be repositioned and secured to ensure the specified clearance is achieved. If the engine harness shows signs of chafing the engine harness will be repaired re-positioned to ensure the correct specification.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
It has been identified by the air-bag manufacturer that the air-bag initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to non-deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the passenger.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bag with a new quality assured component.
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY
It has been identified by the seat belt Pre-Tensioner manufacturer that the pre-tensioner initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none activation of the pre-tensioner.
Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tentioner and if required replace it with a new quality assured component.
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY
It has been identified by the seat belt Pre-Tensioner manufacturer that the pre-tensioner initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none activation of the pre-tensioner.
Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tentioner and if required replace it with a new quality assured component.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
It has been identified by the air-bag manufacturer that the air-bag initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to non-deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the passenger.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bag with a new quality assured component.
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
It has been identified by the air-bag manufacturer that the air-bag initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to non-deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the passenger.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bag with a new quality assured component.
STEERING CONTROL MAY BE COMPROMISED
It has been identified that clamp bolt of the front lower control arm to knuckle fixing may have been incorrectly torqued/tighten this can cause a premature fatigue failure and possible separation of the joint. The driver will receive a warning in the form of noise a ABS warning light on the vehicles instrument panel or the misalignment steering wheel. In addition this is an early life failure. However if the driver does not heed the warning signs then the control the vehicle can be effected which can lead to an increased risk of a crash.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the affected front lower control arm to knuckle fixing and apply the correct torque. Some vehicles require recall remedy actions to one side only others to both sides of the vehicle.
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Vehicles included in safety recall R/2016/302 (P075) have received a modification which has subsequently been determined as not durable for the life of the vehicle. The engine harness may chafe on an engine bracket and cause engine malfunction. In extreme cases the engine may cut out.
On affected vehicles inspect harness and repair as necessary. Fit new bracket and secure harness.
FUEL MAY LEAK
The under bonnet fuel hoses routed on top of the engine may chafe against a plastic moulded noise suppressing material retaining posts on the underside of the engine top cover. The fuel hoses can over time chafe through the protective sleeve and fuel hose. Should the fuel hose wear through there will be an increased diesel fuel odour due to diesel fuel leaking. If this warning is ignored diesel fuel may leak onto the exhaust manifold (potential fire hazard) or onto the road surface (potential skid hazard).
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and ensure the securing washers are pushed fully home. Additionally remove 8mm from the plastic moulded retaining posts. The tape wrapped around the fuel hose protective sleeve and the fuel hose will be visually inspected and replaced if there are signs of damage.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
An incorrectly manufactured crank position sensor may cause the engine to unexpectedly cut out or not to start.
On recalled vehicles the engine serial number will be checked and if within the affected range the crank position sensor will be replaced.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
An incorrectly manufactured crank position sensor may cause the engine to unexpectedly cut out or not to start.
On recalled vehicles the engine serial number will be checked and if within the affected range the crank position sensor will be replaced.
VEHICLE MAY CUT OUT
An engine harness may not have been routed correctly during assembly. This may chafe and cause engine malfunction. In extreme cases the engine may cut out.
On affected vehicles inspect harness and repair as necessary. Fit new bracket and secure harness.
REAR PASSENGER SEATBELT MAY FAIL IN A COLLISION
The second row seat backrest on vehicles with the manual recline second row seat system may not latch robustly in position. It is possible the seat belt may not correctly restrain the occupant in the event of a collision.
On affected vehicles inspect the second row seat mechanism and if necessary fit the correct specification components.
REAR PASSENGER SEATBELT MAY FAIL IN A COLLISION
The second row seat backrest on vehicles with the manual recline second row seat system may not latch robustly in position. It is possible the seat belt may not correctly restrain the occupant in the event of a collision.
On affected vehicles inspect the second row seat mechanism and if necessary fit the correct specification components.
VEHICLE DOOR(S) MAY OPEN WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION
The door could be unlatched when in the closed position and no indication provided of an unlatched condition. Vehicle doors not latched in either the primary of secondary state may during driving open. This can increase the risk of a vehicle crash and/or compromise the safety of vehicle occupants and other road users.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download the latest level of software. A limited number of vehicles may also require a Remote Function Actuator module to be fitted.
VEHICLE DOOR(S) MAY OPEN WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION
The door could be unlatched when in the closed position and no indication provided of an unlatched condition. Vehicle doors not latched in either the primary of secondary state may during driving open. This can increase the risk of a vehicle crash and/or compromise the safety of vehicle occupants and other road users.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download the latest level of software. A limited number of vehicles may also require a Remote Function Actuator module to be fitted.
WHEEL NUTS MAY DETACH
On affected vehicles the road wheel nuts may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. These wheel nuts may crackwhen subject to shock loads and detach from the stud. This may lead to insecurity and possible detachment of a road wheel.
Recall affected vehicles and replace wheel nuts. Locking wheel nuts are not affected.
WHEEL NUTS MAY DETACH
On affected vehicles the road wheel nuts may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. These wheel nuts may crackwhen subject to shock loads and detach from the stud. This may lead to insecurity and possible detachment of a road wheel.
Recall affected vehicles and replace wheel nuts. Locking wheel nuts are not affected.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
The ground wiring for the air conditioning blower within the cockpit harness may not be to specification. This can lead to the wire getting hot and melting the plastic insulation and associated burning smell. If ignored and the loom gets significantly damaged there is a possibility of fire.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the earth wire. Where other wiring/insulation is affected necessary repairs will be carried out using the correct repair procedures.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
The ground wiring for the air conditioning blower within the cockpit harness may not be to specification. This can lead to the wire getting hot and melting the plastic insulation and associated burning smell. If ignored and the loom gets significantly damaged there is a possibility of fire.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the earth wire. Where other wiring/insulation is affected necessary repairs will be carried out using the correct repair procedures.
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