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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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  • 15 Sept 1994DAF BUS SBRef R/1995/003

    TWISTED REAR S CAM AT SPLINES

    Defect

    During production of the vehicles concerned an electrical relay was not connected to the halt (or door) brake. As a result excessive air pressure can be applied to the rear brakes if the service brake is operated whilst the parking and halt brakes are

    Remedy

    The single operator involved will connect the relay to the halt brake to prevent compounding if the service brake is applied. When this operation is complete the importer will be advised on a dedicated proforma. The condition of the rear S

    Vehicles affected
    26
    Build start
    01 Jan 1992
    Build end
    31 Dec 1992
  • 01 Sept 1994VW TRANSPORTERRef R/1994/032

    LOOSENING OF STEERING U/J CLAMPING BOLT

    Defect

    The steering shaft top universal clamping bolt may loosen .This will allow free movement in the steering and if not rectified could lead to loss of steering control.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the steering shaft top universal clamping bolt and nut with new components.

    Vehicles affected
    4,813
    Build start
    01 Aug 1991
    Build end
    30 Jul 1993
  • 01 Sept 1994VW CARAVELLERef R/1994/032

    LOOSENING OF STEERING U/J CLAMPING BOLT

    Defect

    The steering shaft top universal clamping bolt may loosen .This will allow free movement in the steering and if not rectified could lead to loss of steering control.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the steering shaft top universal clamping bolt and nut with new components.

    Vehicles affected
    4,813
    Build start
    01 Aug 1991
    Build end
    30 Jul 1993
  • 31 Aug 1994FODEN 4000 SERIESRef R/1994/049

    STEERING GEAR SECURITY

    Defect

    The bolts that secure the steering box to its mounting bracket may not be to the correct specification.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the steering box securing bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    570
    Build start
    01 Feb 1994
    Build end
    31 Aug 1994
  • 31 Aug 1994FODEN 3000 SERIESRef R/1994/049

    STEERING GEAR SECURITY

    Defect

    The bolts that secure the steering box to its mounting bracket may not be to the correct specification.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the steering box securing bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    570
    Build start
    01 Feb 1994
    Build end
    31 Aug 1994
  • 22 Aug 1994RENAULT VI MIDLINERRef R/1994/029

    BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ATTACHMENT

    Defect

    Due to the effect of corrosion on the aluminium spacer at the master cylinder mounting it is possible for the brake master cylinder to detach from the airpac unit rendering one half of the service brake system inoperative.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a re-designed spacer to the brake master cylinder mounting.

    Vehicles affected
    1,110
    Build start
    01 Jan 1988
    Build end
    31 Dec 1993
  • 19 Aug 1994MERITOR ROR LTD FLEXAIR 9000Ref RCT/94/006

    INCORRECT AIRSPRING SUPPORT PLATE

    Defect

    A small batch of semi-trailers were supplied with an incorrect airspring support plate. This could result in a reduction in trailer roll performance.

    Remedy

    The operators of the subject semi-trailers are being advised of the situation and supplied with correctly specified airspring support plates for retro-fitment to the trailer suspension. Operators to advise ROR when the plates have been fitted.

    Vehicles affected
    6
    Build start
    01 Jan 1994
    Build end
    31 Dec 1994
  • 18 Aug 1994BMW MOTORRAD UK R SERIESRef RM/94/005

    FRONT SUSPENSION LINKAGE/POSSIBLE HANDLEBAR CRACKING

    Defect

    A. The nut securing the front suspension telelever joint may under extreme circumstances become loose for RS and GS models B. Handlebar cracking may occur on high mileage R1100RS SE (Ergonomic) version machines.

    Remedy

    A. Replace the telelever joint nut with an improved version incorporating a self locking adhesive. B. On affected R1100RS SE machines replace the original handlebars with an improved version.

    Vehicles affected
    850
    Build start
    01 Jan 1993
    Build end
    31 Dec 1994
  • 15 Aug 1994VOLVO TRUCKS F6Ref R/1994/002

    HAND CONTROL VALVE FAILURE

    Defect

    Failure of the parking brake valve upper cam plate around the central boss may allow the parking brake to release and could result in the vehicle running away.

    Remedy

    Strip the valve and replace the upper cam plate tensioning springs and 'O' ring with quality assured items.

    Vehicles affected
    13,868
    Build start
    01 Jan 1982
    Build end
    30 Jul 1988
  • 15 Aug 1994VOLVO TRUCKS F10Ref R/1994/002

    HAND CONTROL VALVE FAILURE

    Defect

    Failure of the parking brake valve upper cam plate around the central boss may allow the parking brake to release and could result in the vehicle running away.

    Remedy

    Strip the valve and replace the upper cam plate tensioning springs and 'O' ring with quality assured items.

    Vehicles affected
    13,868
    Build start
    01 Jan 1982
    Build end
    30 Jul 1988
  • 15 Aug 1994VOLVO TRUCKS F7Ref R/1994/002

    HAND CONTROL VALVE FAILURE

    Defect

    Failure of the parking brake valve upper cam plate around the central boss may allow the parking brake to release and could result in the vehicle running away.

    Remedy

    Strip the valve and replace the upper cam plate tensioning springs and 'O' ring with quality assured items.

    Vehicles affected
    13,868
    Build start
    01 Jan 1982
    Build end
    30 Jul 1988
  • 15 Aug 1994VOLVO TRUCKS F16Ref R/1994/002

    HAND CONTROL VALVE FAILURE

    Defect

    Failure of the parking brake valve upper cam plate around the central boss may allow the parking brake to release and could result in the vehicle running away.

    Remedy

    Strip the valve and replace the upper cam plate tensioning springs and 'O' ring with quality assured items.

    Vehicles affected
    13,868
  • 15 Aug 1994VOLVO TRUCKS F12Ref R/1994/002

    HAND CONTROL VALVE FAILURE

    Defect

    Failure of the parking brake valve upper cam plate around the central boss may allow the parking brake to release and could result in the vehicle running away.

    Remedy

    Strip the valve and replace the upper cam plate tensioning springs and 'O' ring with quality assured items.

    Vehicles affected
    13,868
    Build start
    01 Jan 1982
    Build end
    30 Jul 1988
  • 04 Aug 1994PORSCHE 911Ref R/1994/045

    POSSIBLE CRACKING OF REAR AXLE SIDE PARTS

    Defect

    Crack like surface defects may be present on the mould parting line on the rear axle side parts.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and inspect the rear axle side parts for surface defects where these are present the original side part(s) will be replaced with quality assured parts.

    Vehicles affected
    11
    Build start
    01 Jan 1994
    Build end
    31 Dec 1994
  • 01 Aug 1994BEASON COOKE CALIPERRef RCOMP/95/003

    FLUID LEAKAGE FROM BRAKE CALIPER

    Defect

    A defective seal may allow fluid to leak from the caliper unit with a consequent adverse affect on braking performance.

    Remedy

    Beason-Cooke have written to all their 45 distributors instructing them to return all the potentially affected units held in stock and to retrieve any units sold to end users.

    Vehicles affected
    116
  • 28 Jul 1994DAF TRUCKS 50 SERIESRef R/1994/041

    AUTOMATIC BRAKE ADJUSTER MALFUNCTION

    Defect

    On axle production the breather plug may not have been removed from the rear axle spring brake units. This may result in a malfunction of the automatic adjustment of the brake expander unit.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and remove the plug from the breather hole.

    Vehicles affected
    1,126
    Build start
    01 Feb 1992
    Build end
    30 Apr 1994
  • 19 Jul 1994ALFA ROMEO 155Ref R/1994/040

    CHAFING OF POWER STEERING PIPE

    Defect

    On some cars a hose longer than specified could have been erroneously fitted with consequent possible interference with the engine. Such interference could in the long run cause the perforation of the hose oil leakage and a potential risk of fire.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and a check on the length of the hose. In cases where the hose is found to be too long it will be shortened to the right length or if damaged will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    195
    Build start
    01 Jun 1992
    Build end
    30 Jun 1994
  • 01 Jul 1994DAF TRUCKS LYNXRef R/1994/014

    STEERING COLUMN UPPER COUPLING FIXING BOLT LOOSENS

    Defect

    The steering column upper coupling bolt may not have been correctly torqued on production. This may lead to looseness in the upper joint and in extreme cases shaft detachment. The concern affects only vehicles produced at the Workington Plant.

    Remedy

    Replace the fixing bolt for the upper steering column coupling with an alternative type which is currently employed on the 'Volvo' Olympian.

    Vehicles affected
    2,300
  • 01 Jul 1994DAF TRUCKS OLYMPIANRef R/1994/014

    STEERING COLUMN UPPER COUPLING FIXING BOLT LOOSENS

    Defect

    The steering column upper coupling bolt may not have been correctly torqued on production. This may lead to looseness in the upper joint and in extreme cases shaft detachment. The concern affects only vehicles produced at the Workington Plant.

    Remedy

    Replace the fixing bolt for the upper steering column coupling with an alternative type which is currently employed on the 'Volvo' Olympian.

    Vehicles affected
    2,300
  • 27 Jun 1994BMW MOTORRAD UK R SERIESRef RM/94/004

    POSSIBLE LOOSENING OF SUSPENSION PIVOTS

    Defect

    As a consequence of arduous off-road use the bearing pin locating the swinging arm on the rear axle and the locating bolt nut on the front suspension telelever arm may loosen.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected machines and: A) Remove clean examine and re-fit the swinging arm bearing pin having applied locking compound to the threads as directed by the manufacturer. B) Replace the flange nut on the front suspension strut retaining bolt wit

    Vehicles affected
    191
    Build start
    01 Jan 1994
    Build end
    31 May 1994
  • 24 Jun 1994MAZDA XEDOSRef R/1994/028

    ENGINE WIRING HARNESS

    Defect

    The engine wiring harness may chafe on the anti-lock braking control valve bracket. As a result the wiring may short leading to failure of the ignition or fuel injection system causing the engine to stop without warning.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and install a plastic protector sleeve to the wiring harness in the area of the ABS control valve bracket. Any section of the harness found to be damaged through contact will be repaired prior to sheathing.

    Vehicles affected
    1,972
    Build start
    01 Feb 1992
    Build end
    31 Aug 1993
  • 21 Jun 1994SCANIA TRUCK 113Ref R/1994/036

    POSSIBLE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION

    Defect

    Should a short circuit occur in the EDC (Electronic Diesel Control) wiring this could result in uncontrolled acceleration.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a fuse with an improved rating to the EDC system.

    Vehicles affected
    68
    Build start
    01 Jan 1993
    Build end
    31 May 1994
  • 21 Jun 1994SCANIA TRUCK 143Ref R/1994/036

    POSSIBLE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION

    Defect

    Should a short circuit occur in the EDC (Electronic Diesel Control) wiring this could result in uncontrolled acceleration.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a fuse with an improved rating to the EDC system.

    Vehicles affected
    68
    Build start
    01 Jan 1993
    Build end
    31 May 1994
  • 20 Jun 1994SEAT IBIZARef R/1994/018

    LEAKAGE FROM FUEL FILLER PIPE.

    Defect

    The handbrake cable may chafe on the fuel filler pipe causing perforation of the pipe and leakage of fuel.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for repositioning and securing of the handbrake cable to ensure adequate clearance between the cable and the filler pipe. At the same time any filler pipes found to be perforated will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    35,235
    Build start
    01 Jan 1985
    Build end
    31 Dec 1991
  • 17 Jun 1994SEDDON ATKINSON MUNICIPAL CHASSIS (8x4)Ref R/1993/076

    CRACKING OF STEERING BOX MOUNTING

    Defect

    The steering box mounting bracket may crack.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the steering box mounting bracket with a modified example.

    Vehicles affected
    63
    Build start
    01 Feb 1992
    Build end
    31 May 1994

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