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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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  • 01 Sept 2011RENAULT CLIORef R/2011/118

    VALVE COTTER FAULT COULD LEAD TO DESTRUCTION OF THE ENGINE

    Defect

    Possibility that the nonconformance of the valve cotter could lead to the destruction of the engine.

    Remedy

    Replace the cotters on relevant engines

    Vehicles affected
    3,308
    OEM ref
    0BDN
    Build start
    17 Sept 2010
    Build end
    30 Nov 2010
  • 31 Aug 2011HONDA MOTOR CO CR-VRef R/2011/096

    POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The cruise control may fail to disengage due to faults in the engine management controller software. If these faults persist the cruise control function will be inoperative.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the water pump pulley bolts with modified bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    546
    OEM ref
    2011/04
    Build start
    01 Jul 2008
    Build end
    23 Jun 2010
  • 31 Aug 2011CITROEN DISPATCH IIIRef R/2011/114

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It has been identified that the engine cylinder head may not comply with manufacturing specification this may lead to an oil leak which if not rectified could result in fire if the oil contacts hot engine components.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicle check the cylinder head and replace if required.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    MMH
    Build start
    05 May 2011
    Build end
    05 May 2011
  • 30 Aug 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/113

    TAILGATE MAY NOT SECURE CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The tailgate may fall from the open position because of a potentially faulty ball joint to strut link.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the tailgate struts.

    Vehicles affected
    34
    OEM ref
    MME
    Build start
    12 Apr 2011
    Build end
    14 Apr 2011
  • 30 Aug 2011PEUGEOT 5008Ref R/2011/109

    REAR DOOR WINDOW MECHANISM MAY OVERHEAT

    Defect

    It is possible that water entering the rear door could penetrate the electric window motor. This could cause failure of the motor a short circuit overheating and possibly a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and fit a protective shield.

    Vehicles affected
    5,248
    OEM ref
    ZBQ
    Build start
    03 Jul 2009
    Build end
    30 Mar 2011
  • 26 Aug 2011FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD COMBI-CARGORef R/2011/095

    AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY UNITENTIONALLY

    Defect

    On vehicles fitted with comfort instrument panel when the passenger's airbag has been deactivated it is possible in some cases that it will reactivate spontaneously.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to update the software.

    Vehicles affected
    1,074
    OEM ref
    5581 &5583
    Build start
    01 Jul 2009
    Build end
    30 Jun 2011
  • 26 Aug 2011FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD DOBLORef R/2011/095

    AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY UNITENTIONALLY

    Defect

    On vehicles fitted with comfort instrument panel when the passenger's airbag has been deactivated it is possible in some cases that it will reactivate spontaneously.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to update the software.

    Vehicles affected
    1,074
    OEM ref
    5581 &5583
    Build start
    01 Jul 2009
    Build end
    30 Jun 2011
  • 24 Aug 2011TRIUMPH TIGERRef RM/2011/022

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    It is possible the engine could stall unexpectedly under deceleration. If this happens it could cause the rider to lose control of the machine.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected machines and install a software up grade to the motorcycle ECU.

    Vehicles affected
    1,834
    Build start
    13 Sept 2010
    Build end
    17 Aug 2011
  • 24 Aug 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VIANORef R/2011/068

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    In certain arduous operating conditions it is possible that the air conditioning fan relay could overload and in the worst case could catch fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the air conditioning fan relay with a modified component.

    Vehicles affected
    2,924
    OEM ref
    C254
    Build start
    01 Jan 2007
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 24 Aug 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VITORef R/2011/068

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    In certain arduous operating conditions it is possible that the air conditioning fan relay could overload and in the worst case could catch fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the air conditioning fan relay with a modified component.

    Vehicles affected
    2,924
    OEM ref
    C254
    Build start
    01 Jan 2007
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 24 Aug 2011TRIUMPH TIGERRef RM/2011/020

    OPTIONAL CENTRE STAND MAY FALL DURING USE

    Defect

    It has been identified that the return spring on the optional centre stand may not hold the stand in its correct position. If this is not detected by the rider the stand could drag on the road surface and lead to a loss of control.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected machines and replace the return spring with an improved item.

    Vehicles affected
    381
  • 22 Aug 2011AUDI R8Ref R/2011/100

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    Fuel hose may come into contact with the heat shield. This could cause damage to the fuel hose in isolated cases can lead to fuel leaks.

    Remedy

    Inspection of fuel hose and replace if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    483
    OEM ref
    20Q8
  • 22 Aug 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SPRINTERRef R/2011/107

    MISLEADING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INFORMATION AND ESP FUNCTIONS

    Defect

    A program error may result in misleading instrument cluster information and ESP functions

    Remedy

    Re-Program the control unit and conduct SCN coding of the SRS control unit.

    Vehicles affected
    118
    OEM ref
    C265
  • 18 Aug 2011BMW M3Ref R/2011/105

    REAR WINDOW PANE MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The rear side windows and the rear windscreen all made from a synthetic polycarbonate may detach from the vehicle causing a danger to other road users and possibly pedestrians.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the rear side windows and if necessary the rear windscreen with conventional glass windows.

    Vehicles affected
    17
    OEM ref
    0051860200
    Build start
    30 Apr 2010
    Build end
    15 Jun 2011
  • 18 Aug 2011CADILLAC CTSRef R/2011/047

    BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE COMPROMISED

    Defect

    It is possible that the front brake hoses at the brake caliper could suffer excessive corrosion to the fittings as a result of corrosive content of the road salt within snow or water. Should the fitting corrode significantly it can result in a brake fluid leak. This leak should be identified. However should the hose detach or rupture without warning then the vehicle braking distance will increase which could cause a collision.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the brake hoses to be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    2,454
    OEM ref
    09149A
    Build start
    01 Jan 2003
    Build end
    31 Dec 2007
  • 17 Aug 2011CHASSIS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES MAN TGS 26-320Ref R/2011/125

    BRAKES MAY LOCK

    Defect

    On a number of specially modified vehicle it has been established that if the vehicles are used in adverse operating conditions building sites etc in a fully laden condition with steering at full lock it is possible for the front spring brake chamber to foul the brake hose stem and cause it to fracture. This could then result in the loss of air which could cause the application of the parking brake and render the vehicle stationary. In a worst case this could cause the vehicle to lose control.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and reposition the mounting points for the brake hose.

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    CDS08469
  • 17 Aug 2011RENAULT MASTERRef R/2011/102

    REAR WHEEL BEARING MAY SHEAR

    Defect

    It is possible that the rear wheel bearing has been damaged whilst it was assembled onto the stub axle. This should be identified by excessive noise however in the worst case if not detected it could result in bearing failure and the detachment of the wheel and hub.

    Remedy

    Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the wheel bearings with new items which will have protective sleeves to aid correct installation.

    Vehicles affected
    218
    OEM ref
    OBDH
    Build start
    01 Apr 2010
    Build end
    16 Apr 2010
  • 16 Aug 2011MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED UNIMOGRef R/2011/069

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    The electric heater of the charge air preheating system can overheat and a vehicle fire may occur.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to carry out modifications to the electrical actuation system of this heater.

    Vehicles affected
    11
    OEM ref
    U026
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 16 Aug 2011HUMMER HUMMERRef R/2011/044

    HOOD LOUVER MAY DETACH

    Defect

    It has been identified that the integral clip-tabs on the hood louver may fracture causing the hood louver to lose its retention mechanism. This will result in noise from the loss hood louver which should identify the issue to the driver. If this indicator is unnoticed then detachment could occur which could cause injury and/or property damage.

    Remedy

    Apply an adhesive to the hood louver (hood air grill panel) to secure it to the hood.

    Vehicles affected
    3,040
    OEM ref
    10088A
    Build start
    01 Jan 2006
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 11 Aug 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/104

    MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO DRIVE BELTS

    Defect

    The fixing bracket of the air unit on the engine may break under the effect of vibration. This could affect some of the surrounding components.

    Remedy

    Remove the bracket and replace with washers

    Vehicles affected
    1,057
    OEM ref
    MLZ
    Build start
    06 Jan 2010
    Build end
    03 Jul 2010
  • 11 Aug 2011HONDA MOTORCYCLES ST1300Ref RM/2011/017

    POSSIBLE REAR BRAKE FAILURE

    Defect

    It is possible that the rear brake reservoir hose could be chaffed by the speed sensor guide bolt on the rear swinging arm. This could result in abrasion damage and a subsequent fluid leak. Should this occur air could enter the system and the rear brake function could be lost.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected machines for the replacement of the hose and reservoir.

    Vehicles affected
    706
    OEM ref
    AS110003
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2009
  • 09 Aug 2011TRIUMPH TOP BOX T2353172Ref RM/2011/015

    TOP BOX MAY DETACH

    Defect

    Excessive play in the top box to base unit locking mechanism which under certain road conditions could cause the top box to detach from the base unit.

    Remedy

    Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the clip to the locking handle which will eliminate the excessive play.

    Vehicles affected
    599
  • 09 Aug 2011TRIUMPH TOP BOX T2351020Ref RM/2011/015

    TOP BOX MAY DETACH

    Defect

    Excessive play in the top box to base unit locking mechanism which under certain road conditions could cause the top box to detach from the base unit.

    Remedy

    Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the clip to the locking handle which will eliminate the excessive play.

    Vehicles affected
    599
  • 06 Aug 2011CHRYSLER UK LTD DODGE CALIBERRef R/2011/081

    STEERING COLUMN PERFORMANCE DURING AN IMPACT MAY BE COMPROMISED

    Defect

    Because a rivet may be either missing or incorrectly installed in the steering column in the event of an impact the steering column performance could be compromised.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary install a missing rivet or replace an incorrectly installed rivet.

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    L23
    Build start
    15 Apr 2011
    Build end
    14 May 2011
  • 06 Aug 2011CHRYSLER UK LTD GRAND VOYAGERRef R/2011/081

    STEERING COLUMN PERFORMANCE DURING AN IMPACT MAY BE COMPROMISED

    Defect

    Because a rivet may be either missing or incorrectly installed in the steering column in the event of an impact the steering column performance could be compromised.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary install a missing rivet or replace an incorrectly installed rivet.

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    L23
    Build start
    15 Apr 2011
    Build end
    14 May 2011

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