DVLA 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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INCORRECT SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION FOR THE STEERING COLUMN SWITCH MODULE
Software of switch module incorrect specification
Update software of affected vehicles
PARKING BRAKE CALIPER SHAFT BOOTS INCORRECTLY SEALED
Due to improper sealing of parking brake caliper shaft boots water might penetrate inside and rust the shaft. As the result of continuous use the rust will erode into the internal caliper and the shaft becomes stuck causing decreased parking brake force. Due to improper manufacturing process automatic adjuster for brake pad clearance of rear brake caliper might not work properly. As the result as brake pad wear the clearance is not correctly adjusted and brake force becomes insufficient to hold a vehicle. In the worst case scenario parking brake will not work even though a lever is fully operated and parked vehicle may move.
Anti-rust coating (Fluorine) has been applied to parking brake shaft from 27/01/2016 supplied parts & the Inspection process for the caliper has been changed from 14/12/2014 supplied parts.
INAPPROPRIATE WATER PROOF STRUCTURE OF THE FRONT DECK
Due to inappropriate water proof structure of the front deck water can drop on the wiper link. The wiper link ball joint may corrode and cause excessive wear of the resin part of the ball joint. In the worst case the wiper link may detach itself and the windshield wipers may be inoperative.
The water proof pad has been added to the end of wiper link rubber boot since April 1st 2016
PARKING BRAKE CALIPER SHAFT BOOTS INCORRECTLY SEALED
Due to improper sealing of parking brake caliper shaft boots water might penetrate inside and rust the shaft. As the result of continuous use the rust will erode into the internal caliper and the shaft becomes stuck causing decreased parking brake force. Due to improper manufacturing process automatic adjuster for brake pad clearance of rear brake caliper might not work properly. As the result as brake pad wear the clearance is not correctly adjusted and brake force becomes insufficient to hold a vehicle. In the worst case scenario parking brake will not work even though a lever is fully operated and parked vehicle may move.
Anti-rust coating (Fluorine) has been applied to parking brake shaft from 27/01/2016 supplied parts & the Inspection process for the caliper has been changed from 14/12/2014 supplied parts.
PARKING BRAKE CALIPER SHAFT BOOTS INCORRECTLY SEALED
Due to improper sealing of parking brake caliper shaft boots water might penetrate inside and rust the shaft. As the result of continuous use the rust will erode into the internal caliper and the shaft becomes stuck causing decreased parking brake force. Due to improper manufacturing process automatic adjuster for brake pad clearance of rear brake caliper might not work properly. As the result as brake pad wear the clearance is not correctly adjusted and brake force becomes insufficient to hold a vehicle. In the worst case scenario parking brake will not work even though a lever is fully operated and parked vehicle may move.
Anti-rust coating (Fluorine) has been applied to parking brake shaft from 27/01/2016 supplied parts & the Inspection process for the caliper has been changed from 14/12/2014 supplied parts.
HEAD RESTRAINT GUIDE RETAINING SPRING MAY BE FAULTY
On Passat vehicles of a limited production period the retaining spring of the head restraint guide may be faulty because of a production problem. Because of a faulty retaining spring in an accident the head restraint may not be sufficiently secured in the guide and can come off the backrest. In the event of an accident the head restraint will come off the backrest increasing the risk of injury.
On the affected vehicles the left head restraint guides on both front seats have to be replaced.
TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM SOFTWARE ERROR
On affected vehicles the possibility exists that there may be a software error in the tyre pressure monitoring system of some X-Class vehicles If the tyre pressure falls below the minimum level required the intended warning message may not be shown in instrument cluster as a result of this error. Driving with tyre pressure that is too low causes increased and/or uneven tyre wear and changes the steering and braking behaviour of the vehicle. This may increase the risk of accident
As a precautionary measure recall the affected vehicles and perform a software check/update in the tyre pressure monitor control unit.
SPOT WELDS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CORRECTLY APPLIED TO DOOR FRAME
Spot welds on the front side wall that join the door frame with the hinge reinforcements behind it might not have been applied
On affected vehicles check spotwelds and apply if missing.
POTENTIAL DETACHMENT OF BRAKE PAD FRICTION MATERIAL FROM BACK PLATE
Brake pad friction material detachment from backplate.
Replacement of brake pads
POTENTIAL OIL LEAK FROM TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES
It has been determined that it is possible that the connectors for the transmission oil cooler lines were not pressed together in accordance with specifications. As a result the transmission oil cooler lines could work loose while driving and transmission oil could leak out. Because of a deviation in the supplier�s production process it is possible that the connectors on transmission oil cooler lines from two specific batches were not pressed together in accordance with specifications. In this case the vehicle could possibly lose propulsion due to oil loss in the transmission. The escaping oil could get onto the roadway thus increasing the risk of an accident for following traffic. Also it cannot be excluded that escaping transmission oil could come into contact with hot component parts of the exhaust system and ignite
Check the transmission oil cooler lines and replace them if necessary
Air bag inflator may rupture on activation.
There is a possibility the air bag inflator may rupture on activation. Hino has not received any reports of this occurring in its vehicles in global markets. The recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure.
The remedy involves replacing the faulty air bag module with one made by a different manufacturer.
REPLACEMENT AIRBAG INFLATOR INSTALLED IN AN INCORRECT ORIENTATION
Affected vehicles received a recall remedy in which the replacement inflator may have been installed in an incorrect orientation.This may prevent the front passenger air bag from inflating as intended during deployment as designed.
Affected vehicles will have the inflator checked and corrected if it is necessary.
REPLACEMENT AIRBAG INFLATOR INSTALLED IN AN INCORRECT ORIENTATION
Affected vehicles received a recall remedy in which the replacement inflator may have been installed in an incorrect orientation.This may prevent the front passenger air bag from inflating as intended during deployment as designed.
Affected vehicles will have the inflator checked and corrected if it is necessary.
RIGHT SIDE OF FRONT SEAT BACKRESTS MAY NOT LOCK INTO PLACE
The seat backrests on the right side of the front seats in the c-class Coupe/Convertible and E-Class Coupe/Convertible may not fully lock.
As a precautionary measure the lock of the seat backrest on affected vehicles will be check for operation. Where necessary the backrest will be replaced.
AIRBAG INFLATORS MAY NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED
On the subject vehicles the Takata Driver and Passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended Injury may result due to incorrect deployment of the Airbag
Replacement of Airbag Assembly
RIGHT SIDE OF FRONT SEAT BACKRESTS MAY NOT LOCK INTO PLACE
The seat backrests on the right side of the front seats in the c-class Coupe/Convertible and E-Class Coupe/Convertible may not fully lock.
As a precautionary measure the lock of the seat backrest on affected vehicles will be check for operation. Where necessary the backrest will be replaced.
SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY AS INTENDED
The front seat back pad mould (seat back cushion) and side airbag (SAB) are fitted to the seat back frame. The SAB is fitted underneath the pad mould and the pad mould has been designed with a slit that allows the SAB to deploy from underneath the pad mould. Seat back pad moulds that were supplied for after-sales use were not manufactured correctly; the slit process was not completed. When a front seat pad without the slit is assembled to the car it may block SAB deployment and may not satisfy occupant protection performance which is a non-conformance to side impact regulation.
Registered owners of affected vehicles will receive a notification letter that will ask them to take their vehicles to a dealership or authorised repairer for a free repair. The technician will carry out inspection to verify the condition of the front seat back pad mould and will replace the pad mould and if necessary the seat heater element and seat back cover.
STEERING COLUMN BEARING POSSIBLY CRIMPED TO THE INCORRECT SPECIFICATION.
On the affected vehicles the crimping preventing lateral movement of the steering column bearing may not be correct to specification. This may result in noise and play in the steering. Ultimately it could lead to steering malfunction.
The remedy involves checking the crimping on the steering column and replacing the steering column if necessary.
POSSIBLE INCORRECT WHEEL NUTS FITTED DURING PRODUCTION
Incorrect wheel nut fitment
Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage
POSSIBLE INCORRECT WHEEL NUTS FITTED DURING PRODUCTION
Incorrect wheel nut fitment
Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage
POSSIBLE INCORRECT WHEEL NUTS FITTED DURING PRODUCTION
Incorrect wheel nut fitment
Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage
Tow ball support bracket durability inadequate
The tow ball bracket could not withstand mechanical constraints when subjected to the highest stress levels which can occur during the vehicle's lifetime.
The manufacturer�s remedy involves the replacement of the tow ball support bracket with a redesigned version.
Tow ball support bracket durability inadequate
The tow ball bracket could not withstand mechanical constraints when subjected to the highest stress levels which can occur during the vehicle's lifetime.
The manufacturer�s remedy involves the replacement of the tow ball support bracket with a redesigned version.
Tow ball support bracket durability inadequate
The tow ball bracket could not withstand mechanical constraints when subjected to the highest stress levels which can occur during the vehicle's lifetime.
The manufacturer�s remedy involves the replacement of the tow ball support bracket with a redesigned version.
COOLING SYSTEM STRATEGY COULD OVERHEAT THE ENGINE.
The cooling system strategy and the maximum temperature alert could cause the engine to overheat this may cause an oil leak from the sump drain cap. Due to the incorrect operation of the warning system there is no driver alert.
The remedy involves downloading new engine management software.
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