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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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  • 31 Jul 2002TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLERef RM/2002/006

    REAR WHEEL BEARING MAY SEIZE

    Defect

    Rear wheel bearings from a particular supplier may fail seize up and lock the wheel causing loss of control of the motorcycle.

    Remedy

    Fit new rear wheel bearings from a different supplier source.

    Vehicles affected
    1,424
    Build start
    01 Mar 2001
    Build end
    31 Mar 2002
  • 31 Jul 2002BMW X5Ref R/2002/106

    BRAKE PEDAL MAY BECOME DETACHED

    Defect

    The brake pedal mounting shaft may have been incorrectly manufactured. In this situation the bush may become loose and in very extreme situations the brake pedal can become detached.

    Remedy

    Check the brake pedal shaft in the bearing mount and secure it with a new roll pin.

    Vehicles affected
    1,971
  • 31 Jul 2002TRIUMPH SPRINT STRef RM/2002/006

    REAR WHEEL BEARING MAY SEIZE

    Defect

    Rear wheel bearings from a particular supplier may fail seize up and lock the wheel causing loss of control of the motorcycle.

    Remedy

    Fit new rear wheel bearings from a different supplier source.

    Vehicles affected
    1,424
    Build start
    01 Mar 2001
    Build end
    31 Mar 2002
  • 31 Jul 2002TRIUMPH DAYTONARef RM/2002/006

    REAR WHEEL BEARING MAY SEIZE

    Defect

    Rear wheel bearings from a particular supplier may fail seize up and lock the wheel causing loss of control of the motorcycle.

    Remedy

    Fit new rear wheel bearings from a different supplier source.

    Vehicles affected
    1,424
    Build start
    01 Mar 2001
    Build end
    31 Mar 2002
  • 30 Jul 2002FORD ESCORTRef R/2002/105

    LOSS OF STEERING POWER ASSISTANCE

    Defect

    The power assisted steering pump drive pulley may crack or break up. this could result in the steering being heavy/stiff to operate.

    Remedy

    Fit a modified drive pulley to the affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    2,858
    OEM ref
    2C837
    Build start
    13 Aug 2001
    Build end
    24 Sept 2001
  • 23 Jul 2002SEAT ALHAMBRARef R/2002/046

    WINDSCREEN WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The windscreen wiper motor may cease to work because of an electrical software fault.

    Remedy

    Replace the windscreen wiper motor of all affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    437
    OEM ref
    92S1
    Build start
    06 Nov 2001
    Build end
    26 Nov 2001
  • 22 Jul 2002LOTUS 340RRef R/2002/074

    ENGINE MANAGEMENT

    Defect

    In the event of a severe engine misfire the catalytic convertor could overheat which may subsequently result in a fire risk.

    Remedy

    Reprogramme the ECU to incorporate a misfire detection system which will take remedial action in the event of a severe misfire.

    Vehicles affected
    468
    OEM ref
    2ra
    Build start
    01 Jan 2000
    Build end
    31 Jan 2002
  • 22 Jul 2002LOTUS EXIGERef R/2002/074

    ENGINE MANAGEMENT

    Defect

    In the event of a severe engine misfire the catalytic convertor could overheat which may subsequently result in a fire risk.

    Remedy

    Reprogramme the ECU to incorporate a misfire detection system which will take remedial action in the event of a severe misfire.

    Vehicles affected
    468
    OEM ref
    2ra
    Build start
    01 Jan 2000
    Build end
    31 Jan 2002
  • 22 Jul 2002FORD KARef R/2002/085

    FRONT BRAKE HOSE RETENTION

    Defect

    There is a possibility that the front brake hose might foul and rub on the front wheel rim which might lead to a brake fluid leak and a possible loss in braking performance.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit tie strap to secure front brake hose to the support clip.

    Vehicles affected
    31,605
    OEM ref
    2C827
  • 22 Jul 2002LOTUS EXIGERef R/2002/094

    BRAKE PIPE CHAFING

    Defect

    Brake pipe routed along by battery on right hand drive models with air conditioning may rub into battery causing an acid spill. This could result in damage to the brake pipe and a loss of braking efficiency.

    Remedy

    Examine the brake pipe and battery casing for damage and reposition brake pipe. Renew brake pipe and/or battery if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    468
    Build start
    01 Jul 2000
    Build end
    31 Jan 2002
  • 22 Jul 2002RENAULT MASTERRef R/2002/083

    RISK OF STALLING

    Defect

    The engine may stall at idle and/or when lifting off the throttle following a period of hard acceleration.

    Remedy

    Check the serial number on the fuel pressure regulator and replace it if it is within the affected range.

    Vehicles affected
    1,861
    OEM ref
    0A8F
    Build start
    01 Nov 2000
    Build end
    31 May 2001
  • 17 Jul 2002BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGE GREEN LABELRef R/2002/095

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    1,177
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGE 4.4L BIRKINRef R/2002/095

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    1,177
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGE LWBRef R/2002/095

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    1,177
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGE RED LABELRef R/2002/095

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    1,177
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGERef R/2002/095

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    1,177
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002ROLLS-ROYCE PARK WARDRef R/2002/096

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to a revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    373
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPHRef R/2002/096

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to a revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    373
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 17 Jul 2002BENTLEY MOTORS LIMITED ARNAGE LE MANSRef R/2002/095

    AIR CAN ENTER PRIMARY CIRCUIT OF BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

    Defect

    The low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap air which may in certain circumstances cause partial failure of the primary brake circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace both brake fluid feed hoses and reservoir with a new assembly to revised specification.

    Vehicles affected
    1,177
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    30 Jun 2002
  • 15 Jul 2002Nissan Motor (GB) Limited MAXIMA QXRef R/2002/070

    FRONT SUSPENSION CONCERN

    Defect

    The front suspension transverse link rear pivot pin may break if subjected to an impact such as kerbing. Failure of the pivot pin would adversely affect the stability and safe control of the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Fit new left and right hand suspension transverse links.

    Vehicles affected
    42
    OEM ref
    r2006
    Build start
    01 Jun 2001
    Build end
    31 Jan 2002
  • 15 Jul 2002RENAULT ESPACERef R/2002/065

    POSSIBLE UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG

    Defect

    The air bag control electrical wiring attached to the drivers swivelling seat may become damaged and cause unscheduled deployment of the drivers' air bag.

    Remedy

    Examine wiring for damage and re-route and secure as necessary

    Vehicles affected
    467
    OEM ref
    0A6B
    Build start
    01 Jan 1999
    Build end
    30 Jul 1999
  • 15 Jul 2002RENAULT ESPACERef R/2002/064

    SIDE AIR BAG CONCERN

    Defect

    The electrical connections to the side air bags may be transposed. This could result in the air bag on the opposite side to an impact being deployed.

    Remedy

    Check side air bag wiring for transposed connections and correct where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    3,609
    OEM ref
    0A5T
    Build start
    01 Oct 1999
    Build end
    01 May 2000
  • 12 Jul 2002IVECO CITYTRUCKRef R/2002/103

    SUSPENSION MOUNTINGS MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT

    Defect

    The front suspension transverse leaf spring does not comply with specifications causing the rubber support pads to wear prematurely.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace transverse spring and rubber support pads.

    Vehicles affected
    28
    OEM ref
    RC S78
    Build start
    01 Apr 2002
    Build end
    31 May 2002
  • 11 Jul 2002VOLVO CAR V90Ref R/2002/097

    DETACHABLE TOW BAR MAY WORK LOOSE

    Defect

    A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurelydetach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.

    Remedy

    All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.

    Vehicles affected
    1,042
    OEM ref
    R82055
  • 11 Jul 2002SAAB 900Ref R/2002/093

    TOWBALL CAME ADRIFT FROM TOWBAR

    Defect

    A combination of internal and external forces caused the towball to prematurely detach itself from the towball housing resulting in separation of the trailer from the drawing unit.

    Remedy

    All towballs and housing will initially be modified and then replaced with calibrated units at a later date.

    Vehicles affected
    596
    OEM ref
    15008

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