DVLA 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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PREHEATER MAY CATCH FIRE
It has been identified on a pre series vehicle that the fuel pre-heater may over heat with the result that a fire might ensue.
Recalled vehicles will have the pre-heater circuit connected and a heat insulator fitted.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
There is a possibility of a brake pipe contacting the clip of the turbo-charger air inlet union. In extreme cases this could lead to a loss of brake fluid causing the brake warning lamp to come on.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where necessary reposition the clip of the turbo-charger air inlet union. If the brake pipe shows traces of wear it will need to be replaced.
HEATER CONTROL UNIT MAY MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT
It is possible for the Grid Heater Control Unit not to function correctly and cause overheating of the units mounting compound.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a modified Engine Grid Heater Relay and bracket.
POSSIBILITY OF REAR BEARING FAILURE
Poor rear wheel bearing cap sealing arrangement can lead to moisture accumulating in the rear wheel bearing and possible failure.
Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and fit modified caps. Any faulty bearings will also be replaced.
POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE SIEZURE
An incorrect engine oil pump strainer may have been fitted during production. This can result in the oil supply to the engine being affected and an engine seizure.
Affected vehicles will have the engine oil pump strainer replaced.
STEERING SHAFT MAY CORRODE
Moisture may penetrate the steering shaft causing corrosion.
Recalled vehicle swill have the steering shaft replaced
BRAKE CIRCUIT MAY LEAK
Under certain circumstances a brake pipe may chafe on the turbo charger air intake securing clip. In extreme situations the wear caused could lead to leakage within a brake circuit and the illumination of the red brake warning light.
Recalled vehicles will be checked for the chafe condition and if necessary the turbo air intake securing clip will be relocated. The affected brake pipe will also be changed if it displays any sign of wear.
LEFT HAND REAR DOOR CHILD SAFETY LOCK LEVER MAY FAIL
Should the outer door handle of the left hand rear door be operated whilst the child lock is engaged this may permit the door to be opened by operation of the interior handle.
Recalled vehicles will have the suspect locks inspected and replaced if found to be defective.
EXHAUST PIPE COULD FAIL POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE NOISE
It has been identified that the original fitment exhaust pipe wall at the front of the main muffler is too thin additionally that the weld placement for the metal fitting supports is inappropriate. This may result in the exhaust pipe cracking due to vibration and if continually used in this condition the exhaust could fail resulting in excessive noise.
Recall affected vehicles and check whether the exhaust is original. If this is the case a new exhaust box will be fitted.
FUEL RETURN HOSE MAY LEAK
It is possible that a crack may form in the fuel return hose. If this does occur this may lead to an escape of fuel.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return hose and fuel return pipe.
WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL AND OVERHEAT
Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be high enough to melt the trim components in the area of the motor assembly.
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a revised cover and sealing grommet which will replace the existing sealing system.
SOME TYPES OF RUBBER VALVES MAY CAUSE THE TYRE TO DEFLATE OR THE VALVE MAY FAIL.
The using of alloy wheels in combination with some types of rubber valves may cause the tyre to deflate or the valve to fail.
Recalled vehicles will have the rubber valves replaced with valves of metal construction.
SOME TYPES OF RUBBER VALVES MAY CAUSE THE TYRE TO DEFLATE OR THE VALVE MAY FAIL.
The using of alloy wheels in combination with some types of rubber valves may cause the tyre to deflate or the valve to fail.
Recalled vehicles will have the rubber valves replaced with valves of metal construction.
WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL AND OVERHEAT
Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be high enough to melt the trim components in the area of the motor assembly.
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a revised cover and sealing grommet which will replace the existing sealing system.
POSSBILE FAILURE OF SUSPENSION/STEERING
It has been established that a significant impact to either front wheel whilst the steering is on full lock can result in deformation of the steering ball joint mounting hole within the steering knuckle. Over time the ball joint can become loose in the knuckle and cause the mounting hole to wear. Continued use of the vehicle in this condition may eventually lead to separation of the ball joint resulting in suspension/steering failure and the potential for an accident.
It is the intention to recall all likely to be affected machines and change the subject steering components. However before this is done Kawasaki will inform owners of the need to check the suspension and steering before riding the machine and comprehensive instructions on how to do this are to be issued. It should be noted that if any free play is found within the steering knuckle the machine should not be ridden until such time as the re-work is carried out.
FRONT HUB NUTS MAY BE INCORRECTLY TORQUED AND COME LOOSE.
Improper torque control has led to the possibility that the front hub nuts could become loose and cause vibration.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the hub nut torque. Additionally any worn or damaged components will be changed.
HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL
The parking brake may fail to engage or release without warning due to an incorrectly manufactured parking brake lever locking pawl.
Recalled vehicles will have the parking brake lever assembly replaced with a quality assured item.
HANDBRAKE CABLE MAY BREAK
It is possible for the handbrake cable to kink. In extreme cases the cable may break.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the cable. If no kinking is evident fit a retaining clip that will prevent kinking. If kinking is evident replace the cable with a new cable which has the retaining clip pre-fitted.
POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK
In certain cases; a vehicle which has been parked with the engine operating at high revs for an excessive length of time can suffer melting of some parts surrounding the exhaust system. In consequence this can result in a variety of malfunctions including heat damage to the fuel tank.
Recalled vehicles will have the heat insulator pad attached to the fuel tank and power control module upgraded.
LOSS OF STEERING MAY OCCUR
It is possible that cracks may occur in the ball joint socket of the lower suspension arm. Which under certain severe driving conditions may cause the ball to separate from the ball joint socket and a loss of steering may occur.
Recalled vehicles will be inspected to ascertain if the lower suspension arm fitted is of the affected type. If this is shown to be the case the part will be changed for a quality assured item.
THE UPPER POWER STEERING HOSE MAY SPLIT AND LEAK.
The power steering upper hose may split and leak. This may result in a fire.
Recall affected vehicles and replace the power steering upper return hose.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
It is possible for the rubber sealing boots which protect the tie rod ends from contamination and loss of lubricant to become dislodged from the joint resulting in rapid wear and possible separation. If the joint separates steering control will be lost.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the four tie rod ends.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY REQUIRE MORE EFFORT THAN EXPECTED
In isolated cases it is possible for vibrations within the vehicle to in turn vibrate the wiring harness connected to the Sensotronic Brake Control unit. This causes the internal contacts within the unit to suffer abrasion and subsequent resistance increase. The resultant affect is that more effort will be required on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and mount an additional bracket to the electrical harness to prevent relative movement.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY REQUIRE MORE EFFORT THAN EXPECTED
In isolated cases it is possible for vibrations within the vehicle to in turn vibrate the wiring harness connected to the Sensotronic Brake Control unit. This causes the internal contacts within the unit to suffer abrasion and subsequent resistance increase. The resultant affect is that more effort will be required on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and mount an additional bracket to the electrical harness to prevent relative movement.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY REQUIRE MORE EFFORT THAN EXPECTED
Problems may occur with the Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) hydraulic unit that could affect the input required by the driver to stop the vehicle.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected so the SBC hydraulic unit can be checked and if necessary replaced.
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