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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 Oct 2010CITROEN C2Ref R/2010/155

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that the position of the exterior lighting control ring may not be detected by the lighting management system and the lights may switch off without warning.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.

    Vehicles affected
    12,950
    OEM ref
    MFL
    Build start
    04 Jul 2007
    Build end
    27 Mar 2008
  • 05 Oct 2010CITROEN C3 PLURIELRef R/2010/155

    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It has been identified that the position of the exterior lighting control ring may not be detected by the lighting management system and the lights may switch off without warning.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.

    Vehicles affected
    12,950
    OEM ref
    MFL
    Build start
    04 Jul 2007
    Build end
    27 Mar 2008
  • 04 Oct 2010MERIDA S-PressoRef RPC/2011/002

    FRONT FORKS MAY BREAK

    Defect

    There is a risk of the forks failing and the rider loosing control of the machine.

    Remedy

    The recalled machines will have the aluminium forks replaced with ones made of steel.

    Vehicles affected
    974
    Build start
    01 Jan 2008
    Build end
    31 Dec 2010
  • 04 Oct 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VITORef R/2010/126

    OIL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    Oil may leak from the bottom of the engine oil filler neck. If not rectified this could lead to oil leaking onto the road surface and/or engine damage due to insufficient lubrication.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine oil filler neck.

    Vehicles affected
    260
    OEM ref
    C233
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2009
  • 04 Oct 2010JEEP CHEROKEERef R/2010/105

    FRONT SUSPENSION ARM MAY SEPERATE

    Defect

    The upper control arm ball joints fitted to the nearside and/or offside front suspension may experience a loss of lubricant which can lead to corrosion accelerated wear and separation whilst driving. If the ball joint separates directional control will be lost.

    Remedy

    The recalled vehicles will have new front suspension upper control arms fitted the front suspension.

    Vehicles affected
    1,707
    OEM ref
    J17
    Build start
    01 May 2002
    Build end
    30 Sept 2002
  • 04 Oct 2010DODGE CALIBERRef R/2010/104

    ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY FAIL TO RETURN TO IDLE

    Defect

    The accelerator pedal may stick thereby causing the vehicle to react differently than the driver would anticipate.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the throttle pedal and reprogramme the ECU.

    Vehicles affected
    80
    OEM ref
    K11
    Build start
    07 Mar 2006
    Build end
    19 May 2006
  • 04 Oct 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SPRINTERRef R/2010/127

    OIL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    Oil may leak from the bottom of the engine oil filler neck. If not rectified this could lead to oil leaking onto the road surface and/or engine damage due to insufficient lubrication.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine oil filler neck.

    Vehicles affected
    148
    OEM ref
    C232
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2009
  • 04 Oct 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VIANORef R/2010/126

    OIL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    Oil may leak from the bottom of the engine oil filler neck. If not rectified this could lead to oil leaking onto the road surface and/or engine damage due to insufficient lubrication.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine oil filler neck.

    Vehicles affected
    260
    OEM ref
    C233
    Build start
    01 Jan 2009
    Build end
    31 Dec 2009
  • 01 Oct 2010FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD PUNTO GRANDERef R/2010/117

    THE WRONG AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    In the case of a side impact the wrong airbag could deploy as a result of a software non-compliance.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    29,130
    OEM ref
    5483
    Build start
    01 Nov 2009
    Build end
    31 Aug 2010
  • 01 Oct 2010FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD ABARTHRef R/2010/117

    THE WRONG AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    In the case of a side impact the wrong airbag could deploy as a result of a software non-compliance.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    29,130
    OEM ref
    5483
    Build start
    01 Dec 2009
    Build end
    31 Aug 2010
  • 01 Oct 2010FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD 500Ref R/2010/117

    THE WRONG AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    In the case of a side impact the wrong airbag could deploy as a result of a software non-compliance.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    29,130
    OEM ref
    5483
    Build start
    01 Dec 2009
    Build end
    31 Aug 2010
  • 01 Oct 2010FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD PUNTORef R/2010/117

    THE WRONG AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    In the case of a side impact the wrong airbag could deploy as a result of a software non-compliance.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    29,130
    OEM ref
    5483
    Build start
    01 Nov 2009
    Build end
    31 Aug 2010
  • 30 Sept 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED A CLASSRef R/2010/123

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible on some fuel tanks that the vent pipe is not to specification. This can lead to a small leak into the charcoal canister and if not rectified can over a period of time result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank.

    Vehicles affected
    147
    OEM ref
    P156
  • 30 Sept 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED B CLASSRef R/2010/123

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible on some fuel tanks that the vent pipe is not to specification. This can lead to a small leak into the charcoal canister and if not rectified can over a period of time result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank.

    Vehicles affected
    147
    OEM ref
    P156
  • 30 Sept 2010RENAULT TRUCKS UK LTD MASTERRef R/2010/139

    SEAT BELT MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The seat belt positioning may be incorrect due to the front seat brackets not being to specification. This could affect the seat security and seat belt performance if an accident occurs.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit new seat assemblies.

    Vehicles affected
    67
    OEM ref
    12R
  • 27 Sept 2010IVECO BUS EURORIDERRef R/2010/149

    STEERING MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    Ingress of dirt into the steering shaft sliding joint will cause the splines to wear prematurely. As the joint wears play at the steering will become apparent and over time the play will increase leading to some pulsing when the steering wheel is turned and the vehicle wandering. If all these warning signs are ignored and the vehicle is still used there will be increased difficulty in maintaining steering control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering shaft with a modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    137
    OEM ref
    SC152
  • 23 Sept 2010BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGERef R/2010/143

    POTENTIAL OF PEDESTRIAN INJURY

    Defect

    It is possible due to a build up of corrosion that the Flying B mascot may not retract correctly when struck. If the vehicle is involved in a collison with a pedestrian and the mascot does not retract correctly the pedestrian may suffer addiional injuries.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the mascot mechanism to be replaced with a later version.

    Vehicles affected
    359
    Build start
    01 Oct 2006
    Build end
    31 Mar 2009
  • 23 Sept 2010YAMAHA HANDLEBARSRef RCOMP/2010/005

    HANDLEBAR MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that the Yamaha Accessory Double-T Fat handle bars may not be manufactured from the correct specification material and in extreme circumstances when high forces are placed on it can fail which could result in loss of control of the machine.

    Remedy

    Recall affected machines and replace the handlebar with quality assured components.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    Build start
    01 Mar 2008
    Build end
    31 Jul 2009
  • 23 Sept 2010BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED AZURERef R/2010/143

    POTENTIAL OF PEDESTRIAN INJURY

    Defect

    It is possible due to a build up of corrosion that the Flying B mascot may not retract correctly when struck. If the vehicle is involved in a collison with a pedestrian and the mascot does not retract correctly the pedestrian may suffer addiional injuries.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the mascot mechanism to be replaced with a later version.

    Vehicles affected
    359
    Build start
    01 Oct 2006
    Build end
    31 Mar 2009
  • 23 Sept 2010BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED BROOKLANDSRef R/2010/143

    POTENTIAL OF PEDESTRIAN INJURY

    Defect

    It is possible due to a build up of corrosion that the Flying B mascot may not retract correctly when struck. If the vehicle is involved in a collison with a pedestrian and the mascot does not retract correctly the pedestrian may suffer addiional injuries.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the mascot mechanism to be replaced with a later version.

    Vehicles affected
    359
    Build start
    01 Oct 2006
    Build end
    31 Mar 2009
  • 22 Sept 2010FORD RANGERRef R/2010/128

    GEARBOX MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The bracket that secures the automatic transmission shift cable to the transmission casing may crack and break. This is as a result of unnecessary welding. Should the bracket fail then gear selection witl be extremely difficult or in extreme cases impossible.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and check the bracket. If the bracket has been welded then replacement of the bracket is required.

    Vehicles affected
    784
    OEM ref
    0C335
  • 22 Sept 2010CITROEN C3Ref R/2010/146

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    The fuel tank mounting bolts may have been incorrectly torqued this may cause the mountings to become loose which can lead to stress on the fuel pipes and subsequently a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles to check and if necessary retorque of the mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    44
    OEM ref
    MGQ
    Build start
    04 Jan 2010
    Build end
    16 Jun 2010
  • 22 Sept 2010SUZUKI GB PLC LTZ400Ref RSPV/2010/004

    MACHINE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE

    Defect

    The flame trap mesh fitted inside the air cleaner/filter box can become detached. It is possible that the mesh may enter the throttle body housing and jam the throttle valve. This may prevent the throttle from fully returning to its idle position.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected machines and replace the flame trap mesh with a modified version.

    Vehicles affected
    45
    OEM ref
    R10/15
  • 22 Sept 2010CITROEN DS3Ref R/2010/146

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    The fuel tank mounting bolts may have been incorrectly torqued this may cause the mountings to become loose which can lead to stress on the fuel pipes and subsequently a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles to check and if necessary retorque of the mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    44
    OEM ref
    MGQ
  • 21 Sept 2010VOLVO CAR C30Ref R/2010/144

    ENGINE MAY OVERHEAT

    Defect

    It is possible that the hose connection between the coolant expansion tank and the bleed hose can work loose. If this should occur then coolant will leak and air will enter the system. Under these conditions the low coolant level warning light will not function. If the vehicle is driven in this condition it will cause engine damage and in the extreme possible failure.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicle to replace the tank and bleeder hose.

    Vehicles affected
    159
    OEM ref
    R29124

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