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718 Ghibli and Quattroporte V8 short Fuel line replacement in engine compartment
On affected vehicles the pressure/temperature sensor within the short fuel line may cause a possible fuel leakage in engine bay. This may lead to a loss of power and in the worst case a potential fire.
Replacement of the short fuel line containing the pressure sensor.
718 Ghibli and Quattroporte V8 short Fuel line replacement in engine compartment
On affected vehicles the pressure/temperature sensor within the short fuel line may cause a possible fuel leakage in engine bay. This may lead to a loss of power and in the worst case a potential fire.
Replacement of the short fuel line containing the pressure sensor.
ENGINE CODE MARKED ON DIESEL ENGINE IN AFTERSALES IS DIFFERENT FROM THE HOMOLOGATED AND PRODUCTION CODE
Engine code marked on Diesel engine replaced in aftersales is different from the homologated and Production code
Documentation will be provided to the customer stating the Italian transport authority confirm this marking is an administration error.
POSSIBLE LEAK MAY OCCUR IN THE FUEL LINE AT THE QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR
There is a possibility that a leak may occur in the fuel line.
Replacement of the fuel delivery line.
LOSS OF ENGINE POWER
The resistor for the low pressure fuel pump may fail which can cause loss of power and eventually the engine to shut down.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the low pressure fuel pump resistor.
FUEL LINE MAY LEAK
Due to material imperfections the fuel delivery line may leak at line unions. This is more likely after prolonged use.
On affected vehicles replace the fuel delivery line.
POSSIBLE SHORT CIRCUIT OF DRIVER SEAT WIRING
Some vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect driver seat wiring harness layout which can cause the seat wiring harness to rub against metal points on the seat/seat frame assembly through normal seat adjustment operation. Over time this can lead to an inoperative seat adjustment system and in rare cases a potential risk of fire due to an electrical short to ground between the seat wiring harness and the seat adjustment motor assembly.
Replace 2 seat circuit breakers with 25 amp mini-fuses check harness apply protective barrier and reposition if undamaged. If damaged replace harness and then ensure repositioned and protective barrier applied.
FUEL DELIVERY LINE MAY LEAK
There is a possibility that a leak may occur in the fuel delivery line. Prolonged use of the car could result in the possibility of a fuel leak at the engine end of the pipe where the quick release connector is fitted.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the complete fuel delivery line.
VEHICLE CAN MOVE AWAY AFTER DRIVER HAS EXITED
It has been identified that the gearshift lever resting position may mislead drivers into believing the vehicle's transmission is in the park position when actually the it is still in a drive gear. This could result in the vehicle moving off without the driver being in the vehicle.
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the driver's door lock and update the software to introduce a drive away inhibition strategy.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL
It has been identified that the locking nut of the differential pinion may not have been tightened to the correct specification. This will be identified to the driver by noise generated from the differential and also possible vibration. If these warning signs are ignored and with prolonged use in this condition then it could result in a possible failure/locking of the differential and the subsequent loss of control of the vehicle.
Recall all affected vehicle to check the tightness of the locking nut on the differential pinion. If it is found to be incorrect then the differential will be replaced and possibly the drive-shaft if projections or metal contaminates are found in the differential rear cover.
LOSS OF CONTROL
Due to a manufacturing issue the front wheel bearing can become noisy and vibrate. If the driver does not take notice of these warnings then the bearing could fail and cause loss of control of the vehicle.
Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the front wheel bearing.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL
In extreme and hard driving conditions it is possible for the rear tie rod fixing bolt to become loose which can ultimately result in loss of vehicle control.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace both rear toe in tie rod bolts and washers fixing points will be inspected and rear hub assembly replaced if unserviceable.
THROTTLE PEDAL MAY STICK IN ANY POSITION
Throttle pedal may jam in any position. This can lead to a heightened risk of a collision.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the throttle pedal cover carpet mats carpet mat fixings modify floor covering depending on VIN list and inspection.
RISK OF FIRE
Due to incorrect installation the power lead from the alternator to the starter motor may become damaged. This may cause the engine to stall and in extreme cases cause a fire in the engine compartment.
On affected vehicles replace the alternator to starter motor loom.
LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL
The protection on the treaded portion of the tie-rod may not be to the manufacturer's specification. If the owner continues to use the vehicle in this condition it can result in damage occurring on the threaded portion of the tie-rod and may cause loss of control of the vehicle.
Recall all the affected vehicles and replace both tie-rods with quality assured items.
INCORRECT WARNING LIGHTS MAY BE DISPLAYED
It is possible that due to an internal issue within the ECU of the Tyre Pressure Management System (TPMS) an incorrect warning to the driver could appear on the instrument panel even when there is not an issue with the tyre pressures on the vehicle. This could cause the driver to panic and take avoiding action when it is not required. In extreme circumstances this could cause a safety risk to the occupants of the vehicle.
Recall affected vehicles to check the ECU. If found to be one of the affected components it will be replaced with a new unit.
LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL
The rear tie-rods may not confirm to the correct manufacturing specification. Therefore depending on its usage and the road conditions it is possible that the tie-rod may become damaged and may fail which will result in the loss of control of the vehicle.
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the tie-rods.
SEATBELT WARNING BUZZER MAY NOT SOUND
It has been identified that due to the installation of incorrect software the seatbelt warning buzzer may not sound when the seatbelts are not engaged.
Recalled vehicles will have the current software upgraded.
FRONT SUSPENSION ARM COULD FAIL.
It has been identified that during manufacture an incorrect tightening torque may have been applied to the front suspension ball joint retaining nuts. This can result in the ball joint becoming loose in it's taper and in extreme circumstances an increase in wear may cause the suspension arm to break.
Recalled vehicles will have the subject ball joint retaining nuts checked for correct torque. Should this not be the case both suspension levers and the hub carrier will be changed.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAMME MAY BE DISABLED
Due to an anomaly in the ABS/ASR software the Electronic Stability Programme may be disabled. The condition only occurs with the ignition in Key on position and the vehicle battery in a low state of charge
Recall affected vehicles and replace ABS/ASR ECU.
REAR DOOR SAFETY LOCK INSTRUCTIONS IN MANUAL INCORRECT.
Due to a printing error in the Owner's Manual and Quick Reference Guide the operation of the rear door child safety locks is incorrectly detailed. As a consequence the driver may not operate the door child safety locks correctly.
Recalled vehicles will have the information pertaining to the operation of the rear door child safety locks updated.
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR ON THE ELECTRICAL DOOR OPENING
Due to a possible manufacturing defect there is a risk that the internal wiring harness of the door handle may short circuit and trigger the electrical door opening switch of the door. This may result in the door opening without intervention although onboard software of the central locking does not allow this situation to occur over 6mph.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the outside door handles.
STEERING IDLER ARM FIXING BOLTS MAY LOOSEN
The fixing bolts holding the steering idler arms to the chassis may not conform to specification. This may cause the bolts to loosen and result in a loss of steering control.
Fit quality assured replacement fixing bolts.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF SERVO ASSISTANCE
There is a possibility of a crack appearing in the ninety degree union connecting the vacuum hose to the brake servo unit which may result in loss of servo assistance.
Recall affected vehicles and replace union with modified type.
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