DVLA recall archive
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THE STATUS OF THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAGS DISPLAYED IN THE CENTRE CONSOLE MIGHT NOT BE INDICATED CORRECTLY
The status of the front passenger airbags displayed in the centre console might not be indicated correctly.
The affected vehicles head unit software will be updated
THE LOCK STATUS OF THE STEERING COUPLING WAS NOT CORRECTLY DOCUMENTED
The lock status of the steering coupling was not correctly documented following assembly.
As a precautionary measure on affected vehicles the lock status of the steering coupling will be determined and reworked if necessary.
TO IMPROVE EMISSIONS OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.CERTAIN CALIBRATIONS OF FUNCTIONALITIES MUST BE CHANGED IN THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
Update the diesel engine control unit software and add a supplementary booklet for the operator's manual
AN ELECTRIC LINE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY HAVE BEEN ROUTED OUTSIDE OF THE SPECIFICATION
An electric line in the engine compartment may have been routed outside of the specification.
Check the routing of the wiring harness at the prefuse box in the engine compartment and correct if necessary.
BONDING OF THE REAR BELTLINE TRIM STRIPS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
Bonding of the rear beltline trim strips may not correspond to the specifications.
Check the trim strips of the affected vehicles and replace them if necessary.
INCORRECT UNDERFLOOR PANELLING INSTALLED
Incorrect engine undertray fitted.
Check and replace engine undertray on affected vehicles.
LASER WELDING BETWEEN BACKREST RAIL AND BACKREST METAL FITTING OF FRONT SEATS MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
It has been determined that on certain C-Class (205) and E-Class (213) Cars with AMG performance seats the laser welding between the backrest rail and the backrest metal fitting of the driver or passenger seat might not meet the specification. The laser welding between the backrest member and the backrest metal fitting may not withstand the required load values. As a result the fitting may detach from the backrest member. In the case of an accident this could result in a higher occupant load. Due to the delivery scenario the fault can only occur on one side of the seat.
As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the backrest member and replace if necessary
LASER WELDING BETWEEN BACKREST RAIL AND BACKREST METAL FITTING OF FRONT SEATS MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
It has been determined that on certain C-Class (205) and E-Class (213) Cars with AMG performance seats the laser welding between the backrest rail and the backrest metal fitting of the driver or passenger seat might not meet the specification. The laser welding between the backrest member and the backrest metal fitting may not withstand the required load values. As a result the fitting may detach from the backrest member. In the case of an accident this could result in a higher occupant load. Due to the delivery scenario the fault can only occur on one side of the seat.
As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and check the backrest member and replace if necessary
DRIVER'S AIRBAG GAS GENERATOR HOUSING FAILURE DURING DEPLOYMENT
On affected vehicles it has been determined that drivers airbags with potentially faulty gas generator housing material may have been installed in vehicles of model series 156 176 246 205 238 & 253. If the material of the gas generator housing fails during airbag deployment in the event of a crash the airbag system would possibly no longer have a restraint effect. In addition separating parts could enter the passenger compartment. This could lead to an increased risk of injury.
On affected vehicles replace the driver�s airbag
INCORRECT SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION FOR THE STEERING COLUMN SWITCH MODULE
Software of switch module incorrect specification
Update software of affected vehicles
RIGHT SIDE OF FRONT SEAT BACKRESTS MAY NOT LOCK INTO PLACE
The seat backrests on the right side of the front seats in the c-class Coupe/Convertible and E-Class Coupe/Convertible may not fully lock.
As a precautionary measure the lock of the seat backrest on affected vehicles will be check for operation. Where necessary the backrest will be replaced.
RIGHT SIDE OF FRONT SEAT BACKRESTS MAY NOT LOCK INTO PLACE
The seat backrests on the right side of the front seats in the c-class Coupe/Convertible and E-Class Coupe/Convertible may not fully lock.
As a precautionary measure the lock of the seat backrest on affected vehicles will be check for operation. Where necessary the backrest will be replaced.
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy
.Affected vehicles will be recalled to be checked to ensure there is sufficient grounding of the steering components.
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components
AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT CONNECTION MAY NOT BE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION
The connector pins of the occupant classification system to the airbag control unit might have been manufactured outside specification. After a period of time this may cause decativation of the passnger airbag.
On affected vehicles replace the connector pins of the occupant classification system.
STEERING COMPONENTS MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
It has been determined that the steering airbag electrical components are insufficiently grounded. Failure of the steering column module clock spring could result in an inadvertent deployment of the driver airbag which may cause risk of injury to the driver and an increased risk of a potential collision.
On affected vehicles the manufacturer will fit a contact bridge to the outer race of the steering column top bearing which will provide correct grounding.
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
FRONT SEAT BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT FUNCTION
The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.
On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
AXLE MOUNTING MAY BREAK
Under extreme starting conditions (such as full throttle) on wet road surfaces AND with repeated short term rear wheel spin strong torque peaks in the powertrain may occur.This may cause an axle mounting flange to break and possible loss of drive.
On affected vehicles update the ESP and chassis control units.
RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification . This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.
Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.
LEFT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
The propellant mix in certain seatbelt pre-tensioners ignitors may be incorrect. If the front seatbelt pre-tensioners are deployed the lock function of the pre-tensioners cannot be guaranteed.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seatbelts that are likely to be affected.
STARTING CURRENT LIMITER MAY OVERLOAD
Where the car incurs severe engine damage resulting in the engine failing to turn over (engine seizure) and if the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine despite the engine not cranking the very high electrical current could lead to overheating of the starting current limiter and the potential for a fire.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter.
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