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UK vehicle safety recall archive

The archive holds 15,570 DVLA vehicle safety recalls dating back to 1992. Filter by manufacturer, year, or keyword. To check whether a specific vehicle is affected by an outstanding recall, run a live VRM recall check for £1.99.

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  • 05 Mar 2008VOLVO CAR C30Ref R/2008/040

    REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE

    Defect

    It has been identified that internal leakage of the brake master cylinder could occur. Should this be the case the driver may experience reduced braking performance whilst applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the brake master cylinder inspected and possibly replaced. At the same time the brake fluid reservoir will be checked and the affected pipes cleansed.

    Vehicles affected
    2
  • 29 Feb 2008VOLVO TRUCKS FM9Ref R/2008/041

    OIL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible that the oil filter housing to be pierced by the valve cone. This could lead to loss of oil and engine seizure.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the oil filter housing.

    Vehicles affected
    31
    OEM ref
    C0822
  • 21 Jan 2008VOLVO CAR S40Ref R/2008/013

    ENGINE FUEL PUMP MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that long term exposure to salt or wet conditions may lead to internal corrosion of the fuel pump electronic module. A faulty signal from the module may lead to incorrect amounts or no fuel being delivered to the fuel pump.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the fuel pump module replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    3,062
  • 21 Jan 2008VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2008/013

    ENGINE FUEL PUMP MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that long term exposure to salt or wet conditions may lead to internal corrosion of the fuel pump electronic module. A faulty signal from the module may lead to incorrect amounts or no fuel being delivered to the fuel pump.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the fuel pump module replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    3,062
  • 11 Dec 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FERef R/2008/003

    TORQUE REDUCTION VALUE LABEL MISSING ON ENGINE

    Defect

    It has been identified that the engine information label does not indicate the torque reduction value.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicle will have the plate replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    44
    OEM ref
    C0892
  • 11 Dec 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FLRef R/2008/003

    TORQUE REDUCTION VALUE LABEL MISSING ON ENGINE

    Defect

    It has been identified that the engine information label does not indicate the torque reduction value.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicle will have the plate replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    44
    OEM ref
    C0892
  • 10 Dec 2007VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2007/182

    CAN-BUS CONNECTION MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the relevant software upgraded.

    Vehicles affected
    245
  • 10 Dec 2007VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2007/181

    WEIGHT INFORMATION PRODUCT LABEL INCORRECTLY

    Defect

    It has been identified that the product label fitted to the inside of the right hand door pillar does not contain any weight information

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will have a replacement label affixed.

    Vehicles affected
    1
  • 10 Dec 2007VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2007/181

    WEIGHT INFORMATION PRODUCT LABEL INCORRECTLY

    Defect

    It has been identified that the product label fitted to the inside of the right hand door pillar does not contain any weight information

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will have a replacement label affixed.

    Vehicles affected
    1
  • 29 Nov 2007VOLVO CAR C30Ref R/2007/176

    BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    Brake servo assistance from the vacuum pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still function but more pressure on the pedal will be required than normal.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified non-return valve to the vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,871
  • 29 Nov 2007VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2007/176

    BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    Brake servo assistance from the vacuum pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still function but more pressure on the pedal will be required than normal.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified non-return valve to the vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,871
  • 29 Nov 2007VOLVO CAR S40Ref R/2007/176

    BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    Brake servo assistance from the vacuum pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still function but more pressure on the pedal will be required than normal.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified non-return valve to the vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,871
  • 29 Oct 2007VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2007/162

    AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a software deviation within the supplementary restraint system (SRS) the inflatable curtain and side impact protection system may not deploy as intended.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the SRS software updated.

    Vehicles affected
    2,386
    OEM ref
    R87093 & R87094
  • 29 Oct 2007VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2007/162

    AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a software deviation within the supplementary restraint system (SRS) the inflatable curtain and side impact protection system may not deploy as intended.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the SRS software updated.

    Vehicles affected
    2,386
    OEM ref
    R87093 & R87094
  • 19 Oct 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2007/154

    BOLTS COULD BECOME LOOSE ON BRAKE CALIPER BRIDGE.

    Defect

    The holes on the brake caliper bridge may have been double threaded which may cause the bolts to become loose

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check part numbers and if necessary replace brake bridge

    Vehicles affected
    276
  • 19 Oct 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2007/154

    BOLTS COULD BECOME LOOSE ON BRAKE CALIPER BRIDGE.

    Defect

    The holes on the brake caliper bridge may have been double threaded which may cause the bolts to become loose

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check part numbers and if necessary replace brake bridge

    Vehicles affected
    276
  • 15 Oct 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FLRef R/2007/151

    SPRING BRAKE CHAMBER OPERATION MAY BE AFFECTED IN LOW TEMPERATURES

    Defect

    Water may have been left in the rear Spring Brake Chambers after the production washing process which may freeze under cold conditions and effect the operation of the system

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to drain the actuators.

    Vehicles affected
    24
  • 14 Sept 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FLRef R/2007/140

    BRAKES MAY ENGAGE WHILST DRIVING

    Defect

    It has been identified that the rear spring brake chambers may have possibly seal damage which can cause the brake to apply whilst the vehicle is being driven.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the spring brake chambers changed.

    Vehicles affected
    15
    OEM ref
    C0903
  • 01 Jun 2007VOLVO TRUCKS FLRef R/2007/087

    BRAKES MAY FAIL TO OPERATE CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Following the washing process water may have been left in the rear spring brake chamber. As a consequence it is possible that this water may freeze under cold conditions.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles remove brake chamber drain water and clean out.

    Vehicles affected
    39
    OEM ref
    c0822
  • 21 May 2007VOLVO CAR C70Ref R/2007/093

    LEFT DOOR HANDLE MAY NOT PERFORM IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    The left hand door handle cable might have been incorrectly assembled. This may allow the door to become unlatched in certain side collision scenarios

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to adjust the door handle cables.

    Vehicles affected
    1,111
  • 19 Apr 2007VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2007/076

    LOAD NET SUPPORT BRACKETS MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that; certain welds for the front and rear load net fixings may not be to the required specification. In this condition there is a risk that under certain driving conditions such as sudden braking the brackets may fail causing the luggage to become insecure.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject welds inspected and re-welded should this prove to be necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    20
  • 13 Mar 2007VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2007/058

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    388
  • 13 Mar 2007VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2007/058

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    388
  • 13 Mar 2007VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2007/058

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    388
  • 13 Mar 2007VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2007/058

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an improved fan assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    388

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