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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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  • 27 Jul 2007ALFA ROMEO 159Ref R/2007/092

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL

    Defect

    Oil may leak from the Power Take Off Unit which may cause the unit to seize and possible loss of vehicle control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply sealant to the core plug and to fit a retaining clip.

    Vehicles affected
    610
    Build start
    01 Mar 2005
    Build end
    28 Feb 2007
  • 27 Jul 2007ALFA ROMEO BRERARef R/2007/092

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL

    Defect

    Oil may leak from the Power Take Off Unit which may cause the unit to seize and possible loss of vehicle control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply sealant to the core plug and to fit a retaining clip.

    Vehicles affected
    610
    Build start
    01 Nov 2005
    Build end
    28 Feb 2007
  • 25 Jul 2007RENAULT TRUCKS UK LTD MASCOTRef R/2007/114

    ABS SENSOR MOUNT & DRIVERS SEAT RUNNER MAY BECOME LOOSE

    Defect

    The rear ABS sensor mountings may come loose which may lead to the rear ABS not working.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to tighten the ABS sensor mounting fixing screws.

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    1B8
    Build start
    23 May 2006
    Build end
    22 Jun 2007
  • 25 Jul 2007RENAULT TRAFICRef R/2007/111

    FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT TRIGGER IN AN IMPACT

    Defect

    It has been identified that the front passenger seatbelt pretensioner has not been configured correctly. In the event of an impact the pretensioner will not trigger. The front seat passenger will however still be retained by the seatbelt but without the pretensioner function.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the front passenger seatbelt configured.

    Vehicles affected
    6
    OEM ref
    OAWA
  • 25 Jul 2007CATERHAM CARS SUPER 7Ref R/2007/115

    STEERING MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The steering column universal joint may fail which will lead to the loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit quality assured components.

    Vehicles affected
    16
    Build start
    01 Mar 2007
    Build end
    30 Apr 2007
  • 24 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS K340Ref R/2007/132

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It has been identified that when the fuel tank is filled to it's maximum capacity fuel may leak from the filler neck aperture.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a fuel cap which incorporates an anti-splash valve.

    Vehicles affected
    24
    OEM ref
    070392
    Build start
    07 Dec 2005
    Build end
    15 Sept 2006
  • 24 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS NRef R/2007/138

    STEERING JOINT BOLT MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The nut and bolt that clamp the track rod end to the track rod may be defective resulting in the clamping force applied being insufficient.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and bolts for the track rod end clamp.

    Vehicles affected
    327
    OEM ref
    70702
  • 24 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS K380Ref R/2007/132

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It has been identified that when the fuel tank is filled to it's maximum capacity fuel may leak from the filler neck aperture.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a fuel cap which incorporates an anti-splash valve.

    Vehicles affected
    24
    OEM ref
    070392
    Build start
    07 Dec 2005
    Build end
    15 Sept 2006
  • 24 Jul 2007KAWASAKI VN1600Ref RM/2007/025

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    Under certain conditions the fuel tank may crack at the front and rear mounting tabs. This can allow fuel to leak causing the risk of fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel tank dampers and where necessary replace the fuel tank.

    Vehicles affected
    35
  • 23 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS NRef R/2007/137

    TACHOGRAPH SPEED SENSOR NOT SEALED CORRECTLY

    Defect

    It has been identified that the speed sensor on the gearbox is not correctly sealed.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the sensor sealed correctly and the tachograph re-calibrated.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    rc71702
  • 23 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS KRef R/2007/137

    TACHOGRAPH SPEED SENSOR NOT SEALED CORRECTLY

    Defect

    It has been identified that the speed sensor on the gearbox is not correctly sealed.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the sensor sealed correctly and the tachograph re-calibrated.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    rc71702
  • 20 Jul 2007CITROEN C4 PICASSORef R/2007/109

    SEAT BELT MAY FAIL IN A COLLISION

    Defect

    It has been identified that on some vehicles fitted with electrically controlled seats in very rare cases and under certain impact conditions the front seatbelt may provide a diminished level of restraint.

    Remedy

    As a preventative measure subject vehicles will have the front seatbelt buckles replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    101
    OEM ref
    YDH
    Build start
    05 Sept 2006
    Build end
    31 Mar 2007
  • 20 Jul 2007CHRYSLER DODGE RAMRef R/2007/043

    WHEEL SEPERATION MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    Insufficient grease may have been applied to the front wheel bearings which could result in the very worst cases in detachment of the wheel and hub.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front wheel bearings.

    Vehicles affected
    45
    OEM ref
    G02
  • 19 Jul 2007MAZDA 3Ref R/2007/100

    ENGINE MOUNTING BOLT MAY FAIL

    Defect

    No 4 Engine mounting tightening bolt may loosen if a sudden acceleration is repeatedly carried out. If vehicle is continually used under such conditions No 4 mounting bolt may drop off and break allowing transmission to be out of position and in the worst case the driveshaft may detach resulting in loss of drive.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to check mounting bolt torque and if necessary replace bolt with modified version.

    Vehicles affected
    430
    Build start
    13 Jul 2006
    Build end
    16 May 2007
  • 18 Jul 2007SSANGYONG REXTONRef R/2007/079

    BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It has been identified that a brake pipe may chafe against the cylinder head. Should this occur there is a possibility that brake fluid will be lost from one of the two braking circuits.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject brake pipes checked adjusted for position or replaced as necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    3,000
  • 16 Jul 2007MAN Truck and Bus Ltd TGLRef R/2007/124

    STEERING MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that some MAN TGL vehicles may have a problem with the steering shaft universal joint which may have been inserted too far over the teeth of the steering transmission shaft. This could result in the teeth failing to be adequately engaged with the consequence if ignored that the steering could fail.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the connection between the steering shafts checked. The components will be replaced if they show signs of damage.

    Vehicles affected
    34
    OEM ref
    249304
  • 16 Jul 2007BMW X5Ref R/2007/106

    DRIVER'S SEAT BELT MAY DE-LATCH

    Defect

    It has been identified that in the event of a situation which requires activation of the driver's seat belt tensioner. The possibility exists that due to an unfavourable pulse within the seatbelt buckle tensioner mechanism the buckle may open inadvertently.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the relevant electronic control units reprogrammed.

    Vehicles affected
    1,606
    Build start
    13 Nov 2006
    Build end
    03 Apr 2007
  • 10 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS NRef R/2007/107

    ELECTRIC CABLE MAY OVERHEAT

    Defect

    It has been identified that the B+ electrical cable has been routed so that it is in contact with the compressor pipe. This can result in the cable becoming hot with the likelihood of damage occurring to the insulation.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the cable routed and secured to prevent it contacting the compressor pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    23
    OEM ref
    RC 071607
    Build start
    01 May 2006
    Build end
    31 Oct 2006
  • 10 Jul 2007SCANIA BUS NRef R/2007/135

    BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE MAY BE DAMAGED

    Defect

    It has been identified that the battery positive cable could come into contact with the compressor outlet pipe and suffer damage as a consequence.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject cable secured with a cable tie.

    Vehicles affected
    23
    OEM ref
    RC071607
    Build start
    01 May 2006
    Build end
    31 Oct 2006
  • 05 Jul 2007POLARIS HAWKEYERef RSPV/2007/009

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

    Defect

    The handlebar mounting plate is contained within a moulded rubber vibration insulator on the steering post which may fail as a result of excessive loading and or cyclic fatigue. Should failure occur steering control might be lost.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a steering post support bracket which will eliminate the possibility of a fatigue failure.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    ATV-07-01B
  • 05 Jul 2007POLARIS HAWKEYERef RSPV/2007/008

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL

    Defect

    It has been identified that the castings of some front bearing carriers have been produced with insufficient material thickness in an area where the lower a-arm and ball joint are attachedto the front bearing carrier. Should the attachment point for the lower a-arm and ball-joint fai vehicular control may be lost.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the front bearing carriers replaced with quality assured units.

    Vehicles affected
    84
    OEM ref
    ATV-07-01A
  • 03 Jul 2007LDV MAXUSRef R/2007/101

    SEAT BELT STALK MAY FAIL

    Defect

    Non-conformity of weld attaching the seat belt buckle brackets to passenger seat frames. Affecting all passenger compartment seat locations.

    Remedy

    Recall the Minibuses within the affected poplulation and fit a modified (bolted) belt buckle to the seat frame.

    Vehicles affected
    1,104
    Build start
    01 Apr 2006
    Build end
    30 Jun 2007
  • 01 Jul 2007EMC EUROPE LTD AEVIT 1.0Ref R/2007/097

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICULAR CONTROL

    Defect

    It has been identified that a situation could exist with the Avit disabled vehicle electronic accelerator/brake/steering system which might cause the equipment to malfunction. .

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles which will be fitted with a countermeasure to prevent any possible short circuit within the electronic control system.

    Vehicles affected
    4
  • 27 Jun 2007FORD TRANSITRef R/2007/083

    FRONT SUSPENSION STRUT TO KNUCKLE CLAMPING BOLT INSUFFICIENT TORQUE

    Defect

    It has been identified that the front suspension strut to knuckle clamping bolt torque might be insufficient. The possibility therefore exists that should the assembly move within it's mounting the tyre may contact the wheel arch. Additionally in the case of FWD vehicles the shock absorber could contact the driveshaft.

    Remedy

    Subject vehicles will have the suspension strut checked for correct positioning and the clamp bolt tightened to the revised torque.

    Vehicles affected
    57,275
    Build start
    21 Oct 2005
    Build end
    27 Apr 2007
  • 25 Jun 2007POWNALL TRAILER PARK BRAKE CONTROL VALVERef RCT/2007/002

    TRAILER BRAKES MAY NOT APPLY

    Defect

    Parking brake may not apply when manually operated or when red line is disconnected

    Remedy

    When likely to be affected vehicles are presented for routine maintenance the Pownall Trailer Park Brake Control valve is to be replaced with a modified version.

    Vehicles affected
    2,668
    Build start
    30 Jan 2006
    Build end
    20 Dec 2006

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