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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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  • 22 Sept 2008MAN Truck and Bus Ltd X typeRef R/2008/164

    STEERING FUNCTION MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    It has been identified that there have been reported incidents of an internal defect within the steering boxes of subject military vehicles. In that when the steering is turned to the right suction can drain the oil tank on circuit 1 at the same time causing the oil tank on circuit 2 to overflow. This occurs vice versa on RHD vehicles. It is believed that if left un-rectified the ability to steer the vehicle in the intended direction may be affected.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the steering boxes reworked.

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    275904
  • 22 Sept 2008CITROEN C2Ref R/2008/134

    REAR SEAT CUSHION MAY BECOME INSECURE

    Defect

    Following a manufacturing issue the rear sear cushion fixings may become damaged and the cushion may not stay in place

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace rear seat cushion fixings

    Vehicles affected
    18
    OEM ref
    YJH
    Build start
    17 Mar 2008
    Build end
    18 Mar 2008
  • 19 Sept 2008MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SPRINTERRef R/2008/136

    ELECTRONICS MAY NOT BE FULLY FUNCTIONAL

    Defect

    The full functionality of the vehicles electronics which includes the safety systems cannot be guaranteed. This is a result of incorrect software being transmitted to a number of vehicles.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re-perform the software (SCN) coding to the control unit.

    Vehicles affected
    11
    OEM ref
    C161
    Build start
    01 Jan 2005
  • 19 Sept 2008HOTLINES EUROPE LTD AMSTERDAM BICYCLESRef RPC/2009/011

    CHAIN CAN DE-RAIL

    Defect

    The bicycle's chainguard if pushed against the chain can derail the chain.

    Remedy

    Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the chainguard.

    Vehicles affected
    98
    OEM ref
    HOT001
    Build start
    01 Jan 2007
    Build end
    31 Aug 2008
  • 18 Sept 2008TRIUMPH URBAN SPORTSRef RM/2008/034

    SUSPENSION MAY BECOME INSECURE

    Defect

    It has been identified that a potential concern exists with the drag link to drop link bolt drag link to frame bolt and the drag link to rear suspension unit bolt which could result in the bolts fracturing.

    Remedy

    Recalled machines will have the subject bolts replaced with quality assured items. Additionally the bearings will be checked for wear and will be replaced as necessary together with the seals and bearing sleeves.

    Vehicles affected
    546
    Build start
    01 Feb 2008
    Build end
    30 Apr 2008
  • 18 Sept 2008CHRYSLER UK LTD 300 CRef R/2008/121

    HALFSHAFT AND DRIVE MAY DISENGAGE WITHOUT WARNING.

    Defect

    The rear axle hub may loosen and allow the half shaft to disengage from the wheel hub.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and inspect hub nuts for crimping around the circumference. If crimping is missing replace nuts.

    Vehicles affected
    632
    OEM ref
    H23
    Build start
    19 Jan 2008
    Build end
    12 Mar 2008
  • 18 Sept 2008CITROEN C4 PICASSORef R/2008/133

    FRONT BRAKE CALIPER MAY BECOME INSECURE

    Defect

    The front brake caliper fixing screws are not to standard (non - conforming) and may slacken

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace fixing screws with approved type.

    Vehicles affected
    143
    OEM ref
    YJE
    Build start
    12 Sept 2006
    Build end
    30 Oct 2006
  • 18 Sept 2008CHRYSLER UK LTD WRANGLERRef R/2008/110

    REAR BRAKE PIPES COULD FAIL RESULTING IN A PARTIAL BRAKE SYSTEM LOSS.

    Defect

    It has been identified that there may be insufficient clearance between the steering shaft and the rear brake pipes. Prolonged contact may result in the pipe becoming holed resulting in a partial loss of the braking system.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the brake pipes inspected and replaced if necessary. In every case an additional retaining clip will be installed.

    Vehicles affected
    1,042
    OEM ref
    h17
    Build end
    05 Mar 2008
  • 17 Sept 2008HONDA MOTOR CO CIVICRef R/2008/124

    EXCESSIVE TRAVEL OF PARKING BRAKE LEVER. PARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE AFFECTED

    Defect

    Parking brake assy; guide plates may separate allowing parking brake cable to move within the guide plates resulting in excess travel at lever and incorrect tension in cables.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace parking brake lever assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    157
    OEM ref
    5JB
    Build start
    04 Jun 2008
    Build end
    17 Jun 2008
  • 15 Sept 2008JAGUAR XFRef R/2008/119

    REAR SEAT BELT PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to the possibility of a non conformance during production the rear seat belt D-loop assembly may not be free to rotate. In the event of a medium to high severity impact this inability of the D-loop to rotate can limit the performance of the rear seat belt system

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the rear seat belt D- loop assemblies checked for freedom of rotation. If freedom of rotation is not present a predetermined repair will be implemented.

    Vehicles affected
    4,822
    OEM ref
    J007
    Build start
    22 Oct 2007
    Build end
    22 May 2008
  • 15 Sept 2008SUZUKI SWIFTRef R/2008/099

    AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INADVERTENTLY

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to an incorrect routing of the passenger side airbag wiring harness the potential exists that the passenger side airbag might deploy when the ignition is switched on.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the wiring harness re-routed and fitted with a harness protector.

    Vehicles affected
    15,078
    OEM ref
    R08/03
  • 11 Sept 2008HONDA MOTORCYCLES CBR1000RR-8Ref RM/2008/027

    COOLANT MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It has been identified that the coolant water hose retainer may break due to vibration generated at high engine revs resulting in coolant leakage. In the worst case hot coolant may be splashed onto the rider which may result in scalding.

    Remedy

    Recalled machines will have all potentially affected parts replaced with a countermeasure retainer.

    Vehicles affected
    2,752
    Build start
    12 Dec 2007
    Build end
    26 Mar 2008
  • 10 Sept 2008BMW MOTORRAD UK HP2 ENDURORef RM/2008/031

    FINAL DRIVE MAY BECOME UNSUPPORTED

    Defect

    It has been identified that the possibility exists that the front threaded fastener of the paralever link may become insecure. In the worst case the screw could fall away resulting in the final drive being unsupported.

    Remedy

    Recalled machines will have the subject screw replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    93
    OEM ref
    0000333500
  • 08 Sept 2008IFOR WILLIAMS HB403RRef RPT/2008/001

    BODY SECURITY DOOR AND INTERIOR FIXING ISSUES

    Defect

    It has been identified that the following require attention 1) the centre pole needs to be replaced and a new bottom plate fitted 2) insufficient adhesive may have been applied to the roof support bracket 3) the rear door retaining nut may work loose 4) the horse tie point eye bolt requires to be fitted with a burst ring 5) the rear pillar trim may slip 6) the front ramp gas strut bracket may be insecure.

    Remedy

    The above will be rectified as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,517
  • 08 Sept 2008IFOR WILLIAMS HB511RRef RPT/2008/001

    BODY SECURITY DOOR AND INTERIOR FIXING ISSUES

    Defect

    It has been identified that the following require attention 1) the centre pole needs to be replaced and a new bottom plate fitted 2) insufficient adhesive may have been applied to the roof support bracket 3) the rear door retaining nut may work loose 4) the horse tie point eye bolt requires to be fitted with a burst ring 5) the rear pillar trim may slip 6) the front ramp gas strut bracket may be insecure.

    Remedy

    The above will be rectified as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,517
  • 08 Sept 2008FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD BRAVORef R/2008/118

    REAR CROSS MEMBER WELDING MAY CRACK

    Defect

    It has been identified that the possibility exists that a non conforming weld may be present on the vehicle's rear cross member with the fixing bracket for the wheel axle hub. This non conformity in time; could cause the weld to break and crack the rear cross member which could have an adverse effect on the vehicle's stability.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject cross member identification numbers and weld markings checked; to ascertain whether they conform. Should this not be the case the cross member will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    120
    OEM ref
    5298
    Build start
    01 Jun 2007
    Build end
    30 Jun 2007
  • 08 Sept 2008IFOR WILLIAMS HB506RRef RPT/2008/001

    BODY SECURITY DOOR AND INTERIOR FIXING ISSUES

    Defect

    It has been identified that the following require attention 1) the centre pole needs to be replaced and a new bottom plate fitted 2) insufficient adhesive may have been applied to the roof support bracket 3) the rear door retaining nut may work loose 4) the horse tie point eye bolt requires to be fitted with a burst ring 5) the rear pillar trim may slip 6) the front ramp gas strut bracket may be insecure.

    Remedy

    The above will be rectified as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,517
  • 05 Sept 2008FERODO BRAKE SHOESRef RCOMP/2008/007

    BRAKE SHOES MAY DE-BOND RESULTING IN DECREASED BRAKE PERFORMANCE

    Defect

    It has been identified that a batch of brake lings may be at risk of de-bonding. Should this occur decreased braking performance may result.

    Remedy

    The subject material will be recovered from distribution centres and end users as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    34,025
    Build start
    01 May 2007
    Build end
    31 Dec 2007
  • 04 Sept 2008IVECO BUS IRISBUSRef R/2008/076

    RISK OF ENGINE BAY FIRE

    Defect

    It has been identified that; the possibility exists that the fuel injector pipes may fracture leading to spillage of fuel within the engine bay and the risk of fire.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a new design of injector pipe manufactured from a different steel alloy.

    Vehicles affected
    198
    OEM ref
    RCY36
    Build start
    01 Oct 1998
    Build end
    31 May 2001
  • 01 Sept 2008APRILIA MANA 850Ref RM/2008/030

    FUEL TANK COULD INFLATE CAUSING CONTACT WITH THE REAR WHEEL

    Defect

    It has been found that some fuel tank ventilation valves are not to the required specification. This concern could lead to a build up of pressure and the fuel tank expanding. If this happens the tank could come into contact with the rear wheel and wear through.

    Remedy

    Recall the machines that are likely to be affect to replace the fuel tank ventilation valve.

    Vehicles affected
    60
  • 29 Aug 2008HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHTCURef RM/2008/028

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    The fuel filter shell may crack leading to loss of fuel pressure the result of which may be diminished performance and in some cases an engine stall or a no start condition could result.

    Remedy

    Recall affected machines and replace fuel filter shell with modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    352
    OEM ref
    0135
    Build start
    06 May 2007
    Build end
    11 Dec 2007
  • 29 Aug 2008HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHXRef RM/2008/028

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    The fuel filter shell may crack leading to loss of fuel pressure the result of which may be diminished performance and in some cases an engine stall or a no start condition could result.

    Remedy

    Recall affected machines and replace fuel filter shell with modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    352
    OEM ref
    0135
    Build start
    06 May 2007
    Build end
    11 Dec 2007
  • 29 Aug 2008HARLEY DAVIDSON FLTHTCRef RM/2008/028

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    The fuel filter shell may crack leading to loss of fuel pressure the result of which may be diminished performance and in some cases an engine stall or a no start condition could result.

    Remedy

    Recall affected machines and replace fuel filter shell with modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    352
    OEM ref
    0135
    Build start
    06 May 2007
    Build end
    11 Dec 2007
  • 29 Aug 2008HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHPRef RM/2008/028

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    The fuel filter shell may crack leading to loss of fuel pressure the result of which may be diminished performance and in some cases an engine stall or a no start condition could result.

    Remedy

    Recall affected machines and replace fuel filter shell with modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    352
    OEM ref
    0135
    Build start
    06 May 2007
    Build end
    11 Dec 2007
  • 29 Aug 2008HARLEY DAVIDSON FLHRCRef RM/2008/028

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    The fuel filter shell may crack leading to loss of fuel pressure the result of which may be diminished performance and in some cases an engine stall or a no start condition could result.

    Remedy

    Recall affected machines and replace fuel filter shell with modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    352
    OEM ref
    0135
    Build start
    06 May 2007
    Build end
    11 Dec 2007

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