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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LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE
Due to the type of material used for the engine drive belt the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. With continued use under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.
Replace engine drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s).
BRAKE LIGHT MAY NOT ILLUMINATE
Brake light switch contacts may become contaminated and the switch may not operate the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed.
Replace brake light switch and clean switch harness on affected vehicles .
STEERING CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED
It is possible that the steering column coupling lock may not have been installed correctly. The driver will recieve warning of the issue by noise. However in extreme circumstances it is possible that steering control of the vehicle could be affected.
Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the steering coupling.
LOSS OF VEHICLE STABILITY
It has been identified that under certain circumstances it is possible that the engine support bracket which connects the engine to the frame may develop a crack and eventually split. This could ultimately result in the displacement of the engine.
Recall all affected machines and replace the engine support bracket on the frame.
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
THE MANUFACTURER HAS RECOMMENDED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE NOT DRIVEN UNTIL CHECKED BY THEIR OFFICIAL AGENTS. The steering system may not have been produced according to specification. There is a risk that the steering intermediate shaft may break while driving resulting in the loss of steering control.
The affected vehicles must not be driven until a new intermediate shaft that does meet the manufacturer's specification has been fitted.
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
THE MANUFACTURER HAS RECOMMENDED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE NOT DRIVEN UNTIL CHECKED BY THEIR OFFICIAL AGENTS. The steering system may not have been produced according to specification. There is a risk that the steering intermediate shaft may break while driving resulting in the loss of steering control.
The affected vehicles must not be driven until a new intermediate shaft that does meet the manufacturer's specification has been fitted.
POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE STALL
During extreme operating conditions high temperature or high humidity climates it is possible that the insulation on the spark plug cap may breakdown. This can result in either electrical leakage and a misfire. However in extreme cases this can cause the engine to stall.
Recall all affected machines and replace the spark plug.
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
The brake servo pump system could develop problems with malfunction indicator lamps and audible warnings accompanied by the vacuum pump stopping. This will require the driver to apply greater force on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download the vacuum pump with a new version of the control software.
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
The brake servo pump system could develop problems with malfunction indicator lamps and audible warnings accompanied by the vacuum pump stopping. This will require the driver to apply greater force on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download the vacuum pump with a new version of the control software.
CHAFE DAMAGE TO ELECTRICAL WIRING MAY CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT
On affected vehicles the harness to the power distributor may chafe against a support bracket. In extreme cases the wires may chafe through and short. This can cause erroneous warning lamp illuminationor functional limitations to the transmission control or illumination equipment. Other consequential damage may also occur.
As a precautionary measure affected vehicles will be recalled to bring them up to the current series production configuration. The sub wiring harness will also be inspected for evidence of chafing and any damaged wiring will be repaired or replaced as required.
HEADLIGHT MAY FAIL
Under certain circumstances the headlight wiring harness may become taut on full steering lock. This over time could result in the eventual disconnection of the harness or even failure of the harness. This can cause the failure of the headlight while in use.
Recall all affected machines to fit an additional sub lead
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHTING MAY FAIL
It is possible under extreme conditions that the wiring harness under the dashboard could come into contact with the steering column. This over a period of time may result in the chaffing of wires in the harness. If this should occur then it is possible both the exterior and instrument lights could fail.
Recall all affected vehicles to provide additional security of the wiring loom.
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHTING MAY FAIL
It is possible under extreme conditions that the wiring harness under the dashboard could come into contact with the steering column. This over a period of time may result in the chaffing of wires in the harness. If this should occur then it is possible both the exterior and instrument lights could fail.
Recall all affected vehicles to provide additional security of the wiring loom.
POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF STEERING
The steering intermediate shaft pinch bolt may not have been tightened correctly during assembly. The bolt may loosen and cause abnormal noise and freeplay at the steering wheel. Prolonged use in this state may cause loss of steering.
Inspect steering pinch bolt. If necessary replace intermediate shaft and bolt or intermediate shaft bolt and steering link assembly.
FUEL MAY LEAK POSSIBLY CAUSING FIRE
On affected vehicles the sealing washers used at the Banjo connections for the fuel leak off line are not to the required specification. They may allow fuel to leak and cause environmental contamination. Fuel may also leak on to hot components and possibly ignite
Replace the sealing washers on all injector leak off connections.
DRIVE SHAFT MAY FAIL
It has been detected that certain MY2013 & MY2014 Cruze and Orlando vehicles equipped with tubular drive shaft may in some instances experience breakage on RH drive shaft neck area. This will result in loss of drive but the driver will still be able to steer and brake the vehicle.
Examine affected vehicles for type of RH drive shaft fitted. Where necesaary replace driveshaft.
DRIVE SHAFT MAY FAIL
It has been detected that certain MY2013 & MY2014 Cruze and Orlando vehicles equipped with tubular drive shaft may in some instances experience breakage on RH drive shaft neck area. This will result in loss of drive but the driver will still be able to steer and brake the vehicle.
Examine affected vehicles for type of RH drive shaft fitted. Where necesaary replace driveshaft.
RISK OF FIRE
On petrol engine versions of the 451 series Fortwo models it is possible that a short circuit can occur in the electronic heater shutoff valve as a result of extended wear. In extreme cases this could result in an overheating situation in the electronic heater shutoff valve. This could ultimately result in a vehicle fire.
Recall all affected vehicles to rework the electrical wear for the electronic heater shutoff valve.
FUEL MAY LEAK
The resin moulding around the fuel filter water sensor is inadequate. In low temperature environments this can affect the O ring and allow fuel to seep into the sensor. Consequently fuel can then leak out of the sensor through it's breather hole. Additionally maintenance schedules are incomplete.
Inspect and replace filter if necessary. Revise maintence information
INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL APPLICATION MAY BE REQUIRED
The brake booster may prematurely corrode. If perforation of the brake booster shell (due to corrosion) occurs water could enter the brake booster during wet weather. In very cold weather the water may freeze. The driver may be required to apply additional application force to the brakes during sub-freezing driving conditions leading to an additional brake pedal application force requirement which could slow the driver's brake application reaction time and cause a crash.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the brake booster for corrosion and where necessary replace the brake booster. In all cases a shield to protect the brake booster crimp joints from water exposure will be fitted.
POSSIBILITY OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION
The Cruise Control may cause unintended continued vehicle acceleration after an accelerator pedal override manoeuvre. As a result when the Cruise Control is set and the driver presses the accelerator pedal to accelerate more than the Cruise Control system would on its own; The vehicle may continue to accelerate briefly after the accelerator pedal is released.
Reprogramme the Adaptive Cruise control (ACC) Module with new software
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
Brake pipes fitted to the ABS unit may not have been fitted to the correct port. During heavy braking conditions this may cause under braking. It is also possible that the ESP may malfunction/fail to work which may cause under/over steer.
Affected vehicles will be recalled to check brake pipes are fitted correctly to the ABS unit. Where necessary the brake pipes will be replaced.
AIRBAG MAY NOT PERFORM AS SPECIFIED
The front passenger air bag module may not have been installed according to specifications. If activated it is possible that separate parts of the passenger air bag module may become loose and may detach.
Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag module
ENGINE MAY TURN OFF UNEXPECTEDLY
Affected vehicles have an ignition switch fitted in the top engine bracket. At certain engine speed this bracket can vibrate and may cause the ignition switch to turn to the ACC position and cause the engine to stall.
Replace engine bracket and switch components.
STEERING RACK MAY FAIL
Noise emanating from steering gearbox when turning steering wheel. This can cause premature wear eventually leading to failure
Recall affected vehicles and replace the steering gear box pinion plug bolt and dust cap assembly with new ones
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