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  • 22 Mar 2017VW TRANSPORTERRef R/2017/079

    AIRBAG/BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT TRIGGER IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT

    Defect

    Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seatbelt pretensioner where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    3,879
    OEM ref
    69P4
    Build start
    01 May 2016
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 27 Jan 2017VW TIGUANRef R/2016/272

    FRONT SEAT BACKREST MAY COLLAPSE IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    The back-rests of the front seats may not have been assembled correctly. This may increase risk of injury to occupants during a collision.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check frames and if necessary replace affected components.

    Vehicles affected
    1,706
    OEM ref
    72F9
    Build start
    01 Aug 2016
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 23 Jan 2017VW GOLFRef R/2017/040

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.

    Vehicles affected
    12,440
    OEM ref
    97CH
    Build start
    01 Jun 2015
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 23 Jan 2017VW TIGUANRef R/2017/040

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.

    Vehicles affected
    12,440
    OEM ref
    97CH
    Build start
    01 Jun 2015
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 23 Jan 2017VW PASSATRef R/2017/040

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.

    Vehicles affected
    12,440
    OEM ref
    97CH
    Build start
    01 Jun 2015
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 23 Jan 2017VW SPORTSVANRef R/2017/040

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.

    Vehicles affected
    12,440
    OEM ref
    97CH
    Build start
    01 Jun 2015
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 23 Jan 2017VW TOURANRef R/2017/040

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.

    Vehicles affected
    12,440
    OEM ref
    97CH
    Build start
    01 Jun 2015
    Build end
    31 Oct 2016
  • 12 Dec 2016VW WATERPROOF SEAT COVERRef RCOMP/2016/013

    SEAT COVER MAY PREVENT SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT

    Defect

    Seatcovers have been supplied which may affect deployment of the combined side/curtain airbags.

    Remedy

    Supply seat covers suitable for vehicle application.

    Vehicles affected
    66
    OEM ref
    CVWPSC
  • 09 Sept 2016VW PASSATRef R/2016/212

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The electronic stability control (ESC) unit may have not have been manufactured to the correct specification. This may cause the control unit to malfunction during operation

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check the ESC unit and where necessary replace.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    45E4
    Build start
    20 May 2015
    Build end
    30 Jun 2015
  • 09 Sept 2016VW UP!Ref R/2016/221

    PANORAMIC SUNROOF MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The front panel of the panorama sunroof may not have been bonded correctly. This can lead to rattling noises during a journey. If the loosening front panel is not detected this poses a danger for the following traffic.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front panel of the panorama roof.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    60C4
    Build start
    01 Feb 2016
    Build end
    05 Apr 2016
  • 01 Sept 2016VW CADDYRef R/2016/206

    CNG TANK MAY BURST

    Defect

    Overtime external damage on the paint coat leads to corrosion on the gas tanks. A tank can burst when being filled if it has been weakened by corrosion which remained undiscovered fo many years. A bursting gas tank can cause serious or fatal injuries.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the paint syatem. If necessary the gas tanks will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    32
    OEM ref
    20X4
    Build start
    01 May 2005
    Build end
    30 Sept 2011
  • 25 Jul 2016VW GOLFRef R/2016/174

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    A tooling problem during manufacture could result in the cylinder head not being to specification. It is possible that the fuel rail could loosen and fuel leaks cannot be ruled out. The customer may notice a smell of fuel because of the leak. In the most unfavourable case it is thought possible the fuel could ignite in the engine compartment.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the cylinder head.

    Vehicles affected
    8
    OEM ref
    15F7
    Build start
    01 Mar 2016
    Build end
    01 Apr 2016
  • 23 Jun 2016VW UP!Ref R/2016/145

    CHILD LOCK MAY DISENGAGE

    Defect

    The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    13,620
    OEM ref
    58C9
    Build start
    25 Nov 2015
    Build end
    14 Apr 2016
  • 23 Jun 2016VW POLORef R/2016/145

    CHILD LOCK MAY DISENGAGE

    Defect

    The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    13,620
    OEM ref
    58C9
    Build start
    25 Nov 2015
    Build end
    14 Apr 2016
  • 23 Jun 2016VW TIGUANRef R/2016/145

    CHILD LOCK MAY DISENGAGE

    Defect

    The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    13,620
    OEM ref
    58C9
    Build start
    25 Nov 2015
    Build end
    14 Apr 2016
  • 23 Jun 2016VW GOLFRef R/2016/145

    CHILD LOCK MAY DISENGAGE

    Defect

    The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    13,620
    OEM ref
    58C9
    Build start
    25 Nov 2015
    Build end
    14 Apr 2016
  • 23 Jun 2016VW PASSATRef R/2016/145

    CHILD LOCK MAY DISENGAGE

    Defect

    The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    13,620
    OEM ref
    58C9
    Build start
    25 Nov 2015
    Build end
    14 Apr 2016
  • 27 May 2016VW TRANSPORTER T6Ref R/2016/112

    SIDE AIRBAG OF FRONT LEFT SEAT MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY IN COLLISION & MAY HAVE SOME PASSENGER COLLISION PROTECTION MISSING

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the near side front side air bag may have been incorrectly fitted in its module. As a result it may not deploy as intended during a collision increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the nearside front side airbag.

    Vehicles affected
    235
    OEM ref
    69N7
    Build start
    10 Dec 2015
    Build end
    04 Mar 2016
  • 06 Apr 2016VW TOURANRef R/2016/065

    SIDE AIRBAG GAS GENERATOR CANISTER MAY FAIL

    Defect

    For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the dates of manufacture for the left and or right side airbags. Where a possibly affected airbag is found it will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    38
    OEM ref
    69L9
    Build start
    23 Jan 2015
    Build end
    28 Jan 2015
  • 06 Apr 2016VW SHARANRef R/2016/065

    SIDE AIRBAG GAS GENERATOR CANISTER MAY FAIL

    Defect

    For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the dates of manufacture for the left and or right side airbags. Where a possibly affected airbag is found it will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    38
    OEM ref
    69L9
    Build start
    23 Jan 2015
    Build end
    28 Jan 2015
  • 30 Mar 2016VW PASSATRef R/2016/059

    SUNROOF MAY INJURE OCCUPANTS WHEN IT IS CLOSED FROM OUTSIDE VEHICLE

    Defect

    On certain vehicles with Panorama sun roof the legally specified limits of the clamping forces for convenience opening and closing of the sun roof may not be kept. When closing the Panorama sun roof from outside with the vehicle key (convenience closing) if any body parts are in the operating area of the sun roof they can get pressed against the roof frame and possibly get injured.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and deactivate the convenience opening and closing of the Panorama sun roof. To do this the software for the on-board supply control unit and the sun roof control unit must be updated/ configured.

    Vehicles affected
    606
    OEM ref
    97BT
    Build start
    17 Feb 2015
    Build end
    05 Feb 2016
  • 26 Mar 2016VW TOUAREGRef R/2016/060

    BRAKE PEDAL MAY FAIL AND MAKE HARD BRAKING IMPOSSIBLE

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the retaining clip for the pivot shaft of the brake pedal bearing may have inadvertently been lost during assembly. Movement of the shaft may affect braking efficiency and in extreme cases cause loss of braking.

    Remedy

    Inspect pivot shaft mounting and where necessary fit a new clip.

    Vehicles affected
    17,163
    OEM ref
    46G4
    Build start
    18 Jun 2010
    Build end
    19 Jan 2016
  • 22 Mar 2016VW PASSATRef R/2016/028

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AN AIRBAG

    Defect

    Due to an incorrect manufacturing process swarf may accumulate in the airbag control module and cause a short circuit. In extreme instances this may cause unintentional deployment of an air bag.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the airbag control module.

    Vehicles affected
    11
    OEM ref
    69L4
    Build start
    01 Apr 2014
    Build end
    30 Jul 2014
  • 11 Mar 2016VW CRAFTERRef R/2016/040

    BONDED WINDOWS AND/OR FASTENING RAILS MAY DETACH

    Defect

    It is possible that some vehicles have poor paint adhesion which can lead to a reduced retaining force of the bonded windows/fastening rails. The windows may not remain attached to the vehicle when it is subject to high forces during a collision.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to remove the windscreen and prepare and repaint the receiving surfaces then re-bond the windscreen. If there are also windows in the load area these will be treated the same.

    Vehicles affected
    10
    OEM ref
    51F4
    Build start
    01 Sept 2015
    Build end
    31 Oct 2015
  • 18 Feb 2016VW PASSATRef R/2016/025

    BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    The central wiring harness may not have been correctly connected to the central electrics unit. If the connector comes loose it can affect certain electrical components including braking assistance.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles Check wiring connection and if necessary secure connection.

    Vehicles affected
    11,589
    OEM ref
    97BP
    Build start
    01 Sept 2014
    Build end
    31 May 2015

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