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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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  • 09 Sept 2010CITROEN C3Ref R/2010/132

    INCORRECT SUBFRAME BOLT TORQUE MAY AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING

    Defect

    The bolts securing the engine cradle to the chassis may not be fully secure. There is a possibility that the bolts may loosen which will result in noise vibration and in rare cases an alteration in vehicle handling.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace all the securing bolts and tighten them to the correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    16
    OEM ref
    MFQ
    Build start
    04 Feb 2010
    Build end
    11 Feb 2010
  • 09 Sept 2010CITROEN BERLINGORef R/2010/134

    AIRBAG MAY OPERATE INCORRECTLY

    Defect

    The passenger airbag wiring harness connector may not be to specification which can cause the illumination of the warning light on the dashboard or if involved in a impact the incorrect deployment of the airbag.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the passenger airbag wiring harness.

    Vehicles affected
    336
    OEM ref
    MEV
    Build start
    03 Feb 2010
    Build end
    11 Mar 2010
  • 09 Sept 2010PEUGEOT 207Ref R/2010/133

    BRAKING MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    It is possible that an engine coolant pipe can contact and chaff a brake pipe/line which can lead to damage and possible failure of the pipe.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the rerouting of the coolant pipe and if required the replacement of the brake pipe/line.

    Vehicles affected
    11
    OEM ref
    YWN
    Build start
    02 Jun 2010
    Build end
    02 Jun 2010
  • 07 Sept 2010KIA SORENTORef R/2010/129

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    The wiring to the mood lighting in the doors may overheat in use and if ignored there is a potential risk of fire.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles to have the wiring to the mood lights replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    549
    Build start
    01 Sept 2009
    Build end
    30 Jul 2010
  • 06 Sept 2010HONDA MOTOR CO STREAMRef R/2010/087

    IF DEPLOYED THE AIRBAGS MAY ENDANGER PASSENGER

    Defect

    The combustion rate of the airbag propellant may be too fast causing excessive internal pressure in the inflator during airbag deployment. In an extreme case the inflator casing may rupture leading to a scattering of metal fragments.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger airbag assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    132
    OEM ref
    2010/04
    Build start
    30 Nov 2000
    Build end
    15 Oct 2001
  • 06 Sept 2010ERF ECRef R/2010/121

    DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE LOST

    Defect

    Due to incorrect specified locknuts it is possible for the steering column universal joint clamp nut and bolt to loosen. This can result in a reduction of clamping force and subsequent detachment of the steering column universal joint which can result in loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles to check and replace the subject nuts. If movement is detected between the joint and column the dealer will contact MAN UK for instruction on the course of rectification.

    Vehicles affected
    36
    OEM ref
    SI379604
  • 06 Sept 2010HONDA MOTOR CO CIVICRef R/2010/087

    IF DEPLOYED THE AIRBAGS MAY ENDANGER PASSENGER

    Defect

    The combustion rate of the airbag propellant may be too fast causing excessive internal pressure in the inflator during airbag deployment. In an extreme case the inflator casing may rupture leading to a scattering of metal fragments.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger airbag assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    132
    OEM ref
    2010/04
    Build start
    30 Nov 2000
    Build end
    15 Oct 2001
  • 04 Sept 2010FERRARI 458 ItaliaRef R/2010/122

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    Due to a non-confornity in the assembly of the rear wheelhouse/innerwing and its heat shield it is possible that the assembly to deform under high ambient and operating temperatures. This could result in overheating of the adhesive used to secure the heat shield and in extreme cases it could cause the adhesive to ignite and result in a vehicle fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the heat shield this will include new mechanical fasteners.

    Vehicles affected
    54
    OEM ref
    51
  • 03 Sept 2010SUBARU OUTBACKRef R/2010/130

    CVT GEARBOX OIL MAY LEAK AND LOSS OF DRIVE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    A gearbox oil cooler hose may split causing loss of drive and oil to leak onto the road surface with the ensuing danger to other road users.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified oil cooler hose.

    Vehicles affected
    404
  • 03 Sept 2010SUBARU LEGACYRef R/2010/130

    CVT GEARBOX OIL MAY LEAK AND LOSS OF DRIVE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    A gearbox oil cooler hose may split causing loss of drive and oil to leak onto the road surface with the ensuing danger to other road users.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a modified oil cooler hose.

    Vehicles affected
    404
  • 01 Sept 2010RENAULT TRUCKS UK LTD MIDLUMRef R/2010/106

    ENGINE OIL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    Engine oil may leak due to the turbocharger oil pipe not being to specification. If not corrected this concern could lead to a skid danger to other road users catastrophic failure of the turbo/engine or in the worst case fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbocharger oil l pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    77
    OEM ref
    15V
  • 01 Sept 2010MAVIC R-SYSRef RPC/2010/001

    FRONT WHEEL MAY BREAK

    Defect

    The carbon tubular spokes of the front wheel may break during use in certain circumstances which will cause the wheel to fail. This will result in the rider loosing control.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected wheels and replace them with wheels that contain multi-directional carbon with Kevlar cords and 'fail safe' inserts in the ends.

    Vehicles affected
    1,000
    Build start
    01 Aug 2007
    Build end
    31 Dec 2008
  • 25 Aug 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SPRINTERRef R/2010/112

    INCORRECT HEADLAMP FITTED

    Defect

    It has been established that some vehicles may have been fitted with headlights that are dipping to the offside headlights not to the nearside.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace headlights.

    Vehicles affected
    19
    OEM ref
    C224
    Build start
    01 Jan 2006
    Build end
    31 Dec 2008
  • 25 Aug 2010MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VARIO RANGERef R/2010/113

    DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE LOST

    Defect

    It is possible that the polystop (Nylock) nut may become loose or detach due to an issue with the plastic retaining ring. Should this occur then detachment of the tie rod/track rod could occur which could result in the loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace polystop nut

    Vehicles affected
    14
    OEM ref
    C223
    Build start
    01 Jan 2010
    Build end
    04 Aug 2010
  • 25 Aug 2010GARMIN NUVIRef RCOMP/2011/006

    BATTERY MAY OVERHEAT

    Defect

    Garmin have identified that certain model Nuvi portable navigation products fitted with a specific battery and printed circuit board design can under rare circumstances overheat. This could result in a unit fire.

    Remedy

    Garmin have written to all known owners of these units and have instigated a comprehensive publicity exercise to request all owners to check their unit's serial number against information contained on Garmin's website. If an affected unit is identified then the unit will be return to Garmin for the replacement of the battery. The recall is a world wide recall not just the UK and the numbers specified are related to Europe.

    Vehicles affected
    431,650
  • 24 Aug 2010CITROEN C3 PICASSORef R/2010/118

    WINDSCREEN TRIM MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The security of the windscreen trim may deteriorate over a period of time. This could ultimately result in detachment of the trim.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check security of trim and if required replace trim.

    Vehicles affected
    13,234
    OEM ref
    MFM
  • 24 Aug 2010PEUGEOT 5008Ref R/2010/116

    WINDSCREEN TRIM MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The security of the windscreen trim may deteriorate over a period of time. This could ultimately result in detachment of the trim.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check security of trim and if required replace trim.

    Vehicles affected
    358
    OEM ref
    YVT
    Build start
    08 Dec 2009
    Build end
    07 Jan 2010
  • 23 Aug 2010JAGUAR XKRef R/2010/103

    ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

    Defect

    The engine may cut out due to insufficient fuel being supplied. The fuel pump relay may not be energised following an engine start up cycle in which case the in-tank fuel pump will deliver insufficient fuel for the engine to run correctly.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be re-programmed with revised software to ensure that when the engine is running the in-tank fuel pump relay remains energised.

    Vehicles affected
    2,471
    OEM ref
    J017
    Build start
    09 Apr 2008
    Build end
    24 May 2010
  • 23 Aug 2010JAGUAR XFRef R/2010/103

    ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

    Defect

    The engine may cut out due to insufficient fuel being supplied. The fuel pump relay may not be energised following an engine start up cycle in which case the in-tank fuel pump will deliver insufficient fuel for the engine to run correctly.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be re-programmed with revised software to ensure that when the engine is running the in-tank fuel pump relay remains energised.

    Vehicles affected
    2,471
    OEM ref
    J017
    Build start
    22 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Aug 2009
  • 20 Aug 2010FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD DOBLORef R/2010/092

    VEHICLE STABILITY MAYBE AFFECTED

    Defect

    It has been established that the anti-roll bar may not conform to specification. This should result in a noise from the suspension but in extreme cases vehicle stability could be compromised.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace anti-roll bar with quality assured one.

    Vehicles affected
    223
    OEM ref
    5463 and 5462
    Build start
    01 Dec 2009
    Build end
    28 Feb 2010
  • 18 Aug 2010MITSUBISHI L200Ref R/2010/082

    TOP SUSPENSION BALL JOINT MAY BECOME DETACHED

    Defect

    It has been established that is it possible due to misalignment of components that the ball joint mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. If the vehicle is used in extreme circumstances this can cause the bolts to loosen and ultimately cause the ball joint to detach.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to check the torque of the bolts and if required replace the top suspension arm.

    Vehicles affected
    29,750
  • 18 Aug 2010MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERRef R/2010/079

    SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It is possible for the engine wiring harness to chaff on a security bracket. If this is allowed to continue this could result in a short circuit in the starter motor circuit which can cause the starter to operate whilst the vehicle is being driven. This will cause the starter to overheat and possibly cause a fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles to inspect and insulate the wiring if required.

    Vehicles affected
    9,369
  • 18 Aug 2010MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERRef R/2010/080

    CLUTCH MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. This can result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace fixing clip with modified stronger version.

    Vehicles affected
    9,903
    OEM ref
    R3017710
  • 18 Aug 2010MITSUBISHI LANCERRef R/2010/080

    CLUTCH MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. This can result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace fixing clip with modified stronger version.

    Vehicles affected
    9,903
    OEM ref
    R3017710
  • 17 Aug 2010RALLY DESIGN LTD STEERING ARMRef RCOMP/2010/004

    STEERING ARM MAY FAIL

    Defect

    These components are of a fabricated design which were originally designed and manufactured by a company called RACELEDA who have now ceased trading. They can be identified by their Gold Zinc passive finish. It is possible that the welds on the fabricated steering arm can under certain circumstances fail which can lead to loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    To overcome this concern Rally Design Ltd originally a retail supplier of these arm and independent of RACELEDA are contacting all recipients of these components and offering free of charge a new improved drop forged replacement arm. Rally Design Ltd are not obliged to take this action but are doing so because they believe that their customer and public safety is paramount.

    Vehicles affected
    304
    OEM ref
    RCV02

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