DVLA recall archive
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Showing 26–43 of 43 recalls.
SIPS SYSTEM MAY NOT DEPLOY WHEN REQUIRED
It has been identified that the wiring harness for the Side Impact Protection System airbag (SIPS) on the drivers and passengers front seats may have been routed incorrectly. This could result in the wiring harness becoming damaged which will illuminate the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) light on the instrument panel. If the SRS light is illuminated then additional care should be taken when driving the vehicle as SRS functions may be affected.
Recall all affected vehicles to check the routing of the wiring harness and if required reroute it and repair any damage.
ENGINE MAY FAIL
There could be a sudden and unexpected failure of the bottom end of the engine because of a non-conformity during production of the connecting rods.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine.
POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE COULD BE LOST AND FLUID MAY LEAK
A leak may occur from the internal pipes of the steering gear. In most cases the leak will be gradual and will drain the power steering oil generating noise and a slow decrease in the power steering assistance. In the worst case there could be a complete loss of power steering fluid and steering assistance without any warning to the driver.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the internal pipe set.
WHEEL MAY BECOME LOOSE
It has been identified that the standard wheel securing bolts may not have undergone the correct hardening process. This will result in corrosion a noise and/or vibration. If this condition is not rectified there is a possibility that the wheel may become loose and detach.
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the standard wheel bolts.
FUEL MAY LEAK
It has been identified that a number of fuel pressure pipes may have a defect which could result in a fuel leakage. Although it can be identified by the smell of fuel it is possible although unlikely that an external heat source could ignite the fuel so resulting in a fire.
Recall affected for inspection of fuel pressure line and replacement if required.
GEARBOX MAY JAM
A section of the gear shift mechanism may over time become loose and cause the mechanism to become jammed. If this was to occur it might not be possible to change gear or select neutral.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check that the ball joint for the gear selector is properly secured.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Fuel may leak from a defective fuel pressure line. Although unlikely there is a potential that an external ignition source could ignite the fuel and result in a fire in the driver's side wheel arch area.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the fuel pressure line.
LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE TO STEERING
A power steering hose may come into contact with the engine cooling fan. As a consequence the hose may become damaged and subsequently leak resulting in loss of power steering assistance.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new pipe clamp and where necessary a new power steering hose.
VEHICLE MAY STALL
It has been identified that; on assembly of the engine mounting bracket incorrect screws may have been used. This can result in breakage of the bracket which can lead to heavy engine vibrations/noise and reduced engine power or stalling due to the limp home mode being activated.
Recalled vehicles will the engine mounting bracket screws replaced.
STEERING POWER ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL
It has been identified thatthe steering gear pressure hose may become damaged due to conflict with the engine cooling fan. Should the hose come into contact with the cooling fan there could be a sudden draining of the hydraulic oil from the system and loss of steering power assistance.
Recalled vehicles will have the steering pressure hose secured to avoid possible engine cooling fan contact.
CAN-BUS CONNECTION MAY BE AFFECTED
It has been identified that upon insertion of the ignition key the engine control module may transmit a signal to shut down the Can-Bus network thus disabling functions such as the climate control.
Recalled vehicles will have the relevant software upgraded.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
The electric cooling fan control unit's metal cover may not have the correct corrosion protection. Should corrosion occur water may enter the control unit causing an electrical malfunction and in extreme cases cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.
ENGINE MALFUNCTION LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE
On petrol engined vehicles it has been found that the PCV (Positive Crank Ventilation) nipple may crack or become loose resulting in an air leak. This could cause a whistling sound and may cause the engine malfunction lamp to operate.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the PCV nipple.
STEERING MAY FAIL
Under continuous exceptionally hard use it is possible for the track rod end ball joint to fracture. In extreme cases this could lead to loss of steering control.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace both the nearside and the offside outer track rod ends.
BATTERY GROUND CABLE MAY SHORT CIRCUIT
The battery positive cable may be in conflict with the starter motor solenoid. If a conflict does develop a short circuit of the battery ground cable will occur. This may result in smoke appearing from under the bonnet or a failure to start with warning lamps illuminated.
Recalled vehicles will have the distance between the battery positive cable checked and adjusted if the clearance is less than 4mm.
POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK FROM INJECTOR PIPES.
The fuel injector pipes may not have been fitted correctly and as a consequence could leak.
Examine all potentially affected vehicles and replace any incorrectly fitted injector pipes.
POSSIBLE UNINTENTIONAL OPERATION OF ABS
There is a possibility that at certain temperatures (room temp or below) that the front wheel speed sensors can send faulty signals to a number of control units. It is possible that under braking the ABS could be activated when not needed and the ABS light will be illuminated.
Recall affected vehicles and replace both front wheel sensors with modified type.
POSSIBLE INCORRECT FITTING OF SEAT BELT ATTACHMENTS
There is a possibility that the seat belt attachments for the 2nd and 3d row may not have been fitted correctly. Some attachments may not have been tightened properly.
Recall affected vehicles and inspect the attachments and if necessary replace the screws and tighten to correct specification
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