DVLA recall archive
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RIGHT HAND FRONT SEAT MAY NOT LOCK CORRECTLY
It has been established that due to a process problem at a sub supplier the right hand side front seat recliner mechanism may fail. This will result in that the back-rest can't be moved back into the locking position. The condition is very obvious but if ignored and the vehicle is involved in a crash the seat belt which is integral to the seat structure will not restrain the occupant as designed.
The seat should be inspected and if necessary replaced.
STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY IN A COLLISION
It has been identified that in the unlikely event of a collision where there is a need for the deployment of the driver airbag it is a possible that the drivers airbag module may separate form its mounting on the steering wheel horn plate.
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the drivers airbag module.
FUEL MAY LEAK - FIRE MAY OCCUR
Fuel may leak from the return hose because it is not to specification and will age/crack prematurely. In the worst case fire may occur.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel return hose.
HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL
It has been identified that due to a manufacturing deviation the handbrake cables on certain 9-3s may deform under load. Should this occur a reduced or non-existent handbrake force will ensue.
Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake cables replaced with quality assured items.
REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE
It has been identified that under certain conditions a valve within the brake servo may have a shortened service life due to high ambient and engine bay temperatures. This could affect the functioning of the servo resulting in reduced braking performance
Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve checked and replaced if necessary.
REAR AXLE HUB MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. There is a possibility that a rumbling noise may become apparent which if not checked could in extreme circumstances result in the detachment of the hub and severely impaired road holding/handling.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly.
FUEL PUMP MOUNTED PIPE RETAINING TABS MAY FAIL
The fuel pipe plastic retaining tabs mounted on the fuel pump may fail and possibly result in a fuel leak.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install a new securing bracket made of steel to hold the fuel pipes in place.
SEAT BELT MAY NOT RETRACT
The front seat belt retractors may malfunction with the effect that the spooled out portion of the webbing will not retract.
Recalled vehicles will have the seat front seat belts replaced.
POSSIBLE FAULT IN THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE FRONT SEAT RECLINER.
The front seat recliner locking mechanism could have abnormal free play which may result in an unsatisfactory locking function. Because the seat belt is integrated in the seat back failure of the locking mechanism would affect the crash safety protection.
Check the front seat production number and where necessary install a new seat assembly.
POSSIBLE INADVERTANT DEPLOYMENT OF FRONT AIRBAG(S).
A capacitor in the front air bag control unit may short circuit This could lead to an inadvertent deployment of the air bag(s).
Check the air bag control module and renew where found necessary.
DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY BECOME INSECURE.
Under certain conditions the detachable tow bar may work loose resulting in the tow bar becoming detached from the vehicle.
Replace the tow ball and housing with a calibrated unit.
DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY BECOME INSECURE.
Under certain conditions the detachable tow bar may work loose resulting in the tow bar becoming detached from the vehicle.
Replace the tow ball and housing with a calibrated unit.
TOWBALL CAME ADRIFT FROM TOWBAR
A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.
All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.
TOWBALL CAME ADRIFT FROM TOWBAR
A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.
All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.
TOWBALL CAME ADRIFT FROM TOWBAR
A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.
All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.
POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF BRAKE FLUID
As a result of a production process concern a specific batch of brake calliper pistons may release hot hydrogen gas into the braking system fluid.
Affected vehicles are being recalled for a check on the brake calliper batch numbers. Vehicles equipped with calliper units from the affected batch will have these replaced with quality assured examples.
UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER AIR BAG
A build up of static electricity may cause unintentional deployment of the front passenger air bag.
Recall affected vehicles and fit a grounding wire between the air bag module and the vehicle body.
POSSIBLE INADVERENT DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG
The ECU controlling the airbag and seat belt tensioner functions may be affected by the ingress of moisture. Should corrosion subsequently occur in the printed circuit this could result in malfunction of these systems and in extreme cases cause inadvertent deployment of the airbag or seat belt tensioners.
Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection and replacement where necessary of the airbag/seat belt tensioner control module.
POSSIBILITY OF THE THROTTLE BINDING
Binding of the throttle lever may occur due to the possibility of white corrosion.
The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the zinc coated bushing in the throttle lever with a nickel coated version.
SPECIFICATION OF SEAT BELT TONGUE
The tongue at the end of the seat belt has not been hardened to the correct specification.
Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the seat belt assembly.
MISALIGNMENT OF STEERING COLUMN
The steering column may have been misaligned during assembly. This could cause fatigue in the column and result in loss of steering control.
Recall the affected vehicles for inspection of the steering column. Where misalignment is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.
LOSS OF BRAKE PRESSURE AND/OR ABS FACILITY
As a result of water penetration corrosion may be present on the brake pressure warning switch connection. This could result in the loss of braking system pressure and may also negate the ABS function.
Recall the affected vehicles and check the warning switch connections for signs of corrosion. If corrosion is present on the connector this will be changed and the switch terminals will be treated with a protective agent. Where corrosion is pres
POSSIBLE SHORT CIRCUIT
The security siren wiring terminal which is tied back by the left hand headlamp assembly has not been sufficiently insulated. This could result in a short circuit.
Recall the affected vehicles and fit a plastic insulating sleeve to the subject terminal.
MISSING WELDS ON SEAT FRAME
On some vehicles some welds may be missing from the back frames of the front seats.
Recall the affected vehicles for checking of the front seat frames. Where a fault is identified the seat frame will be replaced.
FRONT SEAT SECURITY.
The front seats may not lock properly on the longitudinal adjustment/mounting rails.
Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of new trigger springs to the seat adjusting mechanism.
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