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POSSIBILITY OF VEHICLE FIRE
In the event the radiator cooling fan is blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn causes damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case could potentially result in a vehicle fire.
On affected vehicles check for presence of and if necessary remove battery cover. Ensure that the radiator cooling fan is not obstructed or blocked in anyway. Fit new additional wiring harness which will prevent damage to the radiator wiring harness.
LOSS OF BRAKING PERFORMANCE
The servo vacuum pump may fail causing a hard bake pedal loss of engine power and the vehicle may adopt limp home mode. A warning lamp may also illuminate.
On affected vehicles replace vacuum pump.
LOSS OF BRAKING PERFORMANCE
The servo vacuum pump may fail causing a hard bake pedal loss of engine power and the vehicle may adopt limp home mode. A warning lamp may also illuminate.
On affected vehicles replace vacuum pump.
RISK OF FIRE
Vauxhall has conducted an in depth investigation of fires in Zafira B models. Vauxhall has presented the evidence to DVSA and analysis has determined the root cause is improper repair to heater blower motor resistors. These actions are outside of Vauxhall�s design specifications and authorised maintenance processes.
At the request of DVSA Vauxhall is now reclassifying its ongoing rework activity to a safety recall. The recall entails replacing the resistor pack and any other faulty components to return the heating and ventilation system to its original design condition.
LOSS OF STABILITY
The connection between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm may not be assembled correctly. If this condition is evident the connection could become insecure. The event can happen suddenly and unexpectedly in which case the vehicle is no longer controllable.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the connection between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm on both sides of the vehicle. Where necessary the connection will be reassembled correctly.
LOSS OF STABILITY
The connection between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm may not be assembled correctly. If this condition is evident the connection could become insecure. The event can happen suddenly and unexpectedly in which case the vehicle is no longer controllable.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the connection between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm on both sides of the vehicle. Where necessary the connection will be reassembled correctly.
SEATBELT MAY MALFUNCTION IF VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
The front seat belts on vehicles with height adjustable seats may not react as designed during a collision.
On affected vehicles; Initially check and if necessary replace the steel cable linking the pretensioner to the seat. At a later date the outer pretensioner will be replaced with an improved version.
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
The gears within the steering rack may not have been manufactured to the correct specification which may allow them to crack over a period of time. Prolonged use could cause loss of steering control.
On affected vehicles replace steering gear assembly
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
The gears within the steering rack may not have been manufactured to the correct specification which may allow them to crack over a period of time. Prolonged use could cause loss of steering control.
On affected vehicles replace steering gear assembly
FRONT SEAT LAP BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED
The front seats are equipped with lap and shoulder belt pretentioners. In certain head on or rear end collisions the lap belt pretentioner will deploy but not lock in the loaded position. This can increase the risk of injury when the conditions are met. Parts for the recall will not be available until October 2015.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace both front pretentioners with lap belt.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
In order for proper regeneration of the Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) system the vehicle in the active regeneration mode directs the driver by illuminating the DPF warning light to drive the vehicle at constant speed without interruption until the DPF warning light turns off. In the event that the driver ignores the DPF warning light and the corresponding direction the DPF system as well as exhaust pipe will be abnormally overheated. This may cause a fire at the Lower Engine Compartment Cover located near the DPF system and exhaust pipe.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and initially remove and discard the Lower Engine Compartment Cover. When parts are available the vehicles will be recalled to have the new Lower Engine Compartment Cover fitted.
ENGINE MAY START INADVERTENTLY
Repeated key insertion could create intense wear condition on the trigger of the ignition cylinder internal component. As consequence Engine starter motor might self-crank and the vehicle moves involuntarily if the ignition key has been left in the ignition lock cylinder in the LOCK (OFF) position and a gear engaged. The concern only affects vehicles with manual transmission.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a modified ignition Key cylinder.
POSSIBILITY THAT THE ENGINE MAY STALL
On affected vehicles there is a potential chafing condition between an engine wiring harness and the transmission housing which might cause miscellaneous engines failures e.g. engine telltale on illuminates vehicle may not start or the engine stalls during driving.
Reroute loom on affected vehicles. If necessary repair or replace loom.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Moisture can ingress and accumulate inside the ABS control unit. Excessive accumulation of moisture may cause a fire.
On affected vehicles install an additional ABS module protection cover.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Moisture can ingress and accumulate inside the ABS control unit. Excessive accumulation of moisture may cause a fire.
On affected vehicles install an additional ABS module protection cover.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Moisture can ingress and accumulate inside the ABS control unit. Excessive accumulation of moisture may cause a fire.
On affected vehicles install an additional ABS module protection cover.
TAILGATE MAY DROP ABRUPTLY AFTER IT IS OPENED
Due to a gradual gas leak inside the left-hand tailgate strut the strut may become unable to support the opened tailgate. The tailgate may drop abruptly after first opening normally potentially causing serious injuries to persons present in the opening range of the tailgate.
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replaced the left hand gas strut.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY LOOSEN
It is possible for the servo mounting bolts to loosen. If the noises are ignored over time it is possible for the brakes to be compromised.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pedal/servo mounting nuts.
18 INCH ALLOY WHEELS MAY BECOME INSECURE
18 inch alloy wheels may develop cracking at high mileages in excess of 62000 miles. This may lead to a loss of clamping force at the wheel bolts and in a worse case scenario wheel detachment.
On affected vehicles replace all four wheels.
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED
The lower wishbone fixing bolts might not have been tightened to the correct specification. This could lead to steering wheel noise and vibration possibly affecting steering direction while driving or accelerating (e.g. pulling to one side).
On affected vehicles check tightness of bolts. If necessary replace bolts and tighten to correct specification.
SEAT FRAME MAY FAIL
The integrity of the front seat bench frame for the passengers may be compromised because of non-compliance during the manufacturing processes. Customer may hear noises coming from underneath the bench. They may also notice some cracking on the seat frame angles. If the seat fails during a collision the passengers have an elevated risk of injury.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the seat frame. Replace the seat where necessary.
FRONT DUAL SEAT MAY BE UNSTABLE IN A COLLISION
The front dual passenger seat may fail as the welded seams may not be to specification.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affect and inspect the seat frame and where necessary replace the frame.
PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
The parking brake cable may not have been assembled correctly which can result in either the inability to apply the parking brake or the inability to release the parking brake.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the parking brake cable.
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
A small number of steering knuckles on hub swivels have been manufactured incorrectly. In time these knuckles might fail with the attendant loss of directional control of the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date code on steering knuckles fitted to both sides. Replace the steering knuckles where required.
SHORT CIRCUIT WITH POSSIBILITY THAT FIRE MAY OCCUR
If the radiator-cooling fan becomes blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn could cause damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case potentially resulting in a vehicle fire.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to programme the Engine Control Module with the latest software.
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