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| Launch Date | Recalls Number | Make | Recalls Model Information | Concern | Defect | Remedy | Vehicle Numbers | Manufacturer Ref | Model | VIN Start | VIN End | Build Start | Build End |
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| 24/01/97 | R/1996/101 | LAND ROVER | Discovery | LATCHING OF FRONT RIGHT HAND DOOR | Under certain circumstances it is possible that the front right hand door may not latch properly. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the operation of the front right hand door checked. In all cases a modified screw will be fitted to the lock to eliminate the concern but where the check indicates that the latch may be binding | 22723 | LJ700000 to LJ707210 | 14/04/1995 | 23/07/1996 | |||
| 24/01/97 | R/1996/101 | LAND ROVER | Discovery | LATCHING OF FRONT RIGHT HAND DOOR | Under certain circumstances it is possible that the front right hand door may not latch properly. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the operation of the front right hand door checked. In all cases a modified screw will be fitted to the lock to eliminate the concern but where the check indicates that the latch may be binding | 22723 | LJ500032 to LJ537985 | 14/04/1995 | 23/07/1996 | |||
| 24/01/97 | R/1996/101 | LAND ROVER | Discovery | LATCHING OF FRONT RIGHT HAND DOOR | Under certain circumstances it is possible that the front right hand door may not latch properly. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the operation of the front right hand door checked. In all cases a modified screw will be fitted to the lock to eliminate the concern but where the check indicates that the latch may be binding | 22723 | DISCOVERY | LJ156137 to LJ200000 | 14/04/1995 | 23/07/1996 | ||
| 27/01/97 | R/1996/109 | SKODA | Freeway Van | CHAFING OF REAR BRAKE HOSES | The blanking bolts fitted to redundant seat belt mounting points may be excessively long and could chafe on the rear brake hoses. This could damage the hoses and lead to loss of brake fluid. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for removal of the subject bolts. These are being replaced with a suitable plastic rivet. | 495 | FREEWAY | Various | 01/01/1990 | 31/12/1992 | ||
| 30/01/97 | R/1997/008 | LEYLAND DAF | 55 Series | POSSIBILITY OF INCORRECT BRAKE ACTUATORS | On a small number of vehicles incorrect brake actuators may be fitted to the front axle brakes. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the brake actuators inspected. Any incorrect units will be replaced with the correct type. | 64 | 55 SERIES | F143151 to L144904 | 01/05/1996 | 30/07/1996 | ||
| 30/01/97 | R/1997/007 | LEYLAND DAF | FA45 (EURO II) | INOPERATIVE LOW FLUID WARNING | The "low brake fluid" warning light wire between the cab connector and the engine plug at the back of the instrument panel may have been omitted. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a link harness wire to the engine plug and connector. | 21 | 45 SERIES | L141233 to L146595 | 01/05/1996 | 31/10/1996 | ||
| 30/01/97 | R/1996/106 | VW | Sharan | FREEZING OF DOOR LOCKS | Rainwater may accumulate in the front door latch mechanism and whilst in a frozen condition may inhibit correct operation of the latches. | Recall the affected vehicles and protect/lubricate the front door latch mechanisms with a special water repellent grease | 869 | SHARAN | WVW...7M.SV000001 to WVW...7M.TV024092 | 01/04/1995 | 31/01/1996 | ||
| 01/02/97 | RM/97/001 | HARLEY DAVIDSON | FL | UNPREDICTABLE FUEL SUPPLY TO CARBURETTOR | The use of reformulated petrol in combination with a particular usage pattern of the vacuum operated fuel valve by the rider can affect the supply of petrol to the carburettor and lead to unscheduled shutdown of the engine. | The affected machines are being recalled for replacement of the original fuel valve diaphragm assembly with modified components. | 4352 | FL | Various | 01/01/1994 | 30/09/1996 | ||
| 05/02/97 | R/1996/112 | SEAT | Alhambra | OVERHEATING OF BRAKE PADS | The brake servo may not release fully allowing the brake pads to remain in contact with the brake discs. This could result in possible overheating and loss of braking efficiency. | Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of an additional pull off spring to the brake servo. | 463 | ALHAMBRA | WVW...7M.TV500116 to WVW...7M.TV504757 | ||||
| 12/02/97 | R/1997/015 | VOLVO TRUCK | FL6 | POSSIBLE FIRE RISK | As a result of the radio voltage transformers being incorrectly connected the master switch does not isolate the electrical system. It is therefore possible to start the engine with the master switch "OFF" which could melt the 3 amp voltage transformer and cause a fire within the vehicle. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of an alternative voltage transformer with modification to the associated wiring. | 20 | FL6 | 157031 to 172645 | ||||
| 17/02/97 | R/1996/116 | BERKHOF | Vogel seats in Berkhof vehicles | FRACTURE OF SEAT LEGS | Some instances of fracture of the leg on Vogel seats have occurred on the coaches concerned. | Owners of potentially affected coaches will be contacted by AVE Berkhof and requested to examine the seat legs. Where they are broken or show signs of impending failure replacements will be supplied by AVE Berkhof. Where legs are intact a kit to reinforce | 42 | VOGEL SEATS | Various | ||||
| 21/02/97 | R/1997/013 | PEUGEOT | 406 | THE STEERING COLUMN HARNESS MAY FOUL ON STEERING COLUMN | On some 406 models the steering column wiring harness may foul on the steering column and lead to electrical malfunction. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to Peugeot dealers to have the subject harness repositioned. | 13387 | 406 | Various | 01/11/1995 | 30/04/1996 | ||
| 27/02/97 | R/1997/001 | VW | Golf and Vento | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF HEADLAMPS | The wiring harness can cause the headlamp switch to overheat with consequent failure of the headlamps. | Recall the affected vehicles for modification to the light switch cable and replacement of the headlamp switch. | 9700 | VENTO | 01/11/1994 | 28/02/1995 | |||
| 27/02/97 | R/1997/001 | VW | Golf and Vento | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF HEADLAMPS | The wiring harness can cause the headlamp switch to overheat with consequent failure of the headlamps. | Recall the affected vehicles for modification to the light switch cable and replacement of the headlamp switch. | 9700 | GOLF | WVW ZZZ 1HZ SW 231 501 to WVW ZZZ 1HZ SW 447 244 | 01/11/1994 | 28/02/1995 | ||
| 21/03/97 | R/1997/023 | BENTLEY | Various | POSSIBLE FOULING OF BRAKE PIPES | Due to incorrect routing of the pipes connecting the brake pumps to the hydraulic accumulators there is a possibility of a foul condition between these pipes which if not corrected could result in brake failure. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the hydraulic pipes concerned. Where pipe clearance is found to be insufficient this will be adjusted to accord with the manufacturers specification. | 35 | CONTINENTAL | Various | ||||
| 21/03/97 | R/1997/023 | BENTLEY | Various | POSSIBLE FOULING OF BRAKE PIPES | Due to incorrect routing of the pipes connecting the brake pumps to the hydraulic accumulators there is a possibility of a foul condition between these pipes which if not corrected could result in brake failure. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the hydraulic pipes concerned. Where pipe clearance is found to be insufficient this will be adjusted to accord with the manufacturers specification. | 35 | TURBO | |||||
| 21/03/97 | R/1997/022 | BENTLEY | Continental | POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF FACIA PANEL | There is a possibility that the SRS passenger air bag aluminium facia panel may become detached during air bag deployment with a risk of injury to occupants of the vehicle. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the SRS air bag facia panel and the adjacent matching facia air vent panels. | 13 | CONTINENTAL | Various | 10/04/1996 | 22/01/1997 | ||
| 04/04/97 | R/1997/019 | JAGUAR | XK8 | POSSIBLE DISENGAGEMENT OF DIFF OUTPUT SHAFT | Resulting from a low incidence process concern at a supplier it has been found that the differential output shaft retaining rings on the rear suspension of a small number of XK8's may under extreme driving conditions become displaced. This can ca | The subject vehicles are being recalled to Jaguar dealers to have the installation of the retaining rings inspected. Where the installation does not conform to the manufacturers specification the rings will be replaced with quality assured examples. | 805 | XK8 | 001531 to 006306 | 03/07/1996 | 11/11/1996 | ||
| 08/04/97 | R/1997/032 | DENNIS EAGLE | Elite | POSSIBLE FIRE RISK | The left hand lower noise shield may contact the vehicle silencer and cause heat damage to the shield. Whilst the shield is constructed of and supported by self extinguishing material trapped / collected debris or refuse in the area of the shield | Dennis Eagle have written to operators of all affected vehicles advising them to remove the heat shield with immediate effect and to report back to the manufacturer that this has been done. | 610 | ELITE | VIN commencing SA97 but not sequential | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 11/04/97 | R/1997/011 | CITROEN | Saxo (3dr with SX trim) | POSSIBLE DISENGAGEMENT OF DRIVING SEAT CATCH | There is a risk of disengagement of the drivers seat catch allowing the seat to move on its runners. | The recall operation will check the security of the seat runner which will be replaced if necessary. In some cases replacement of the seat frame will be required. | 7309 | SAXO | Various | 30/09/1996 | |||
| 22/04/97 | R/1997/025 | MERCEDES BENZ | S Class | POSSIBLE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID | There may be insufficient clearance between the front brake hoses and the tyre inner wall. In the long term this could result in damage to the brake hose(s) with a risk of fluid loss. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for installation of a spacer to ensure adequate clearance between the front brake hoses and the tyre walls. Any hoses showing signs of previous contact will be changed. | 3096 | S CLASS | 275366 to 356203 | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 30/04/97 | R/1997/024 | SAAB | 900 | POSSIBILITY OF THE THROTTLE BINDING | Binding of the throttle lever may occur due to the possibility of white corrosion. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the zinc coated bushing in the throttle lever with a nickel coated version. | 22135 | R2000001 to V2019663 | 01/08/1993 | ||||
| 30/04/97 | R/1997/024 | SAAB | 900 | POSSIBILITY OF THE THROTTLE BINDING | Binding of the throttle lever may occur due to the possibility of white corrosion. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the zinc coated bushing in the throttle lever with a nickel coated version. | 22135 | 900 | S7000001 to S7003647 | 01/08/1993 | |||
| 14/05/97 | R/1997/044 | SCANIA TRUCK | 4 Series | TORQUE OF DRAGLINK CLAMP | A draglink clamp bolt may not have been tightened to the full torque requirement at assembly. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the clamp torque checked and tightened where required. | 283 | 4 SERIES | Various | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 14/05/97 | RM/97/003 | TRIUMPH | Daytona T595 & Speed Trip | POSSIBILITY OF FUEL LEAKAGE | Fuel leakage may occur between the fuel tank body and the fuel pump mounting plate. | The affected machines are being recalled for the fitment of a modified seal between the tank and the fuel pump mounting plate. | 962 | DAYTONA | 046269 - 050476 | 01/11/1996 | 31/03/1997 | ||
| 14/05/97 | RCOMP/97/001 | COSATTO | Go Safe Pilot and Navigator | INCORRECT LABELLING OF PRODUCT | A percentage of the subject seats were dispatched with a label giving incorrect information on seat orientation. | Imp will:- 1) Suspend deliveries of new stock; 2) Contact retail customers & arrange for affected stock to be relabelled in-situ (independent) or returned to importer (multiple); 3) Write to people who have completed a guarantee card; 4) Advertise in se | 2364 | GO SAFE PILOT | |||||
| 14/05/97 | RCOMP/97/001 | COSATTO | Go Safe Pilot and Navigator | INCORRECT LABELLING OF PRODUCT | A percentage of the subject seats were dispatched with a label giving incorrect information on seat orientation. | Imp will:- 1) Suspend deliveries of new stock; 2) Contact retail customers & arrange for affected stock to be relabelled in-situ (independent) or returned to importer (multiple); 3) Write to people who have completed a guarantee card; 4) Advertise in se | 2364 | GO SAFE NAVIGATOR | N/A | ||||
| 21/05/97 | R/1997/039 | ERF | EC SERIES | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 120 | EC10 | To be advised | 01/05/1997 | 31/05/1997 | ||
| 21/05/97 | R/1997/039 | ERF | EC SERIES | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 120 | EC6 | |||||
| 21/05/97 | R/1997/039 | ERF | EC SERIES | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 120 | EC8 | |||||
| 21/05/97 | R/1997/039 | ERF | EC SERIES | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 120 | EC11 | 01/05/1997 | 31/05/1997 | |||
| 21/05/97 | R/1997/039 | ERF | EC SERIES | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 120 | EC12 | 01/05/1997 | 31/05/1997 | |||
| 21/05/97 | R/1997/039 | ERF | EC SERIES | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 120 | EC14 | 01/05/1997 | 31/05/1997 | |||
| 27/05/97 | R/1997/005 | BMW | 3 Series | CORROSION ON LOWER STEERING SHAFT | Instances of corrosion on the corrugated section of the lower steering shaft have occurred. This could lead to eventual weakening of the shaft. | All vehicles fitted with corrugated type lower steering shafts will have them replaced with quality assured examples. | 80000 | 3 SERIES | Various | 01/02/1991 | 31/12/1994 | ||
| 28/05/97 | R/1997/041 | PEUGEOT | 106 | POSSIBLE CHAFING OF WIRING HARNESS | It is possible for the ignition switch harness to foul on the steering column coupling. This could lead to short circuiting and electrical malfunction. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for the harness to be repositioned. | 15821 | 106 | Various (non sequential) | 01/03/1996 | 30/11/1996 | ||
| 29/05/97 | R/1997/036 | RENAULT | Sport Spider | POSSIBLE INSECURITY OF CERTAIN BALL JOINTS | The ball joints on the steering track rods and on the suspension rear parallelism adjustment may not be fully secure. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original securing bolts for the components concerned replaced with new examples. | 34 | SPIDER | Various | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 29/05/97 | R/1997/045 | SCANIA TRUCK | 4 Series | POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF AIR DEFLECTOR | Cracked end pieces for the roof rail may allow the roof mounted air deflector to come adrift. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the roof rail inspected for signs of cracking. Where no cracks are present the fixing will be reinforced by the fitment of extra washers. Where roof rails are found to be cracked they will be replaced and s | 152 | 4 SERIES | Various | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 29/05/97 | R/1997/043 | SCANIA TRUCK | 3 Series | SEAT CUSHIONS MAY BURN | An element fault on heated cab seats has led to burning of the seat cushions on some vehicles. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a modified heating element to the cab seats. | 2911 | 3 SERIES | Various | ||||
| 30/05/97 | RM/97/004 | DUCATI | 916 | POSSIBLE "TWISTING" OF REAR AXLE | A) Under extreme circumstances it is possible for the rear axle to "twist". b) Throttle linkage may require cleaning and lubrication. | The affected machines are being recalled for:- A) Replacement of the rear axle with a modified unit. B) At the same time the throttle linkage control pin will be cleaned and lubricated. | 284 | 916 | 000001 to 003097 | 01/01/1994 | 31/12/1995 | ||
| 30/05/97 | R/1997/037 | DAF BUS | Daf SB 3000WS | SECURITY OF REAR SPRING PIN NUT | In a small number of cases the rear road spring bolt and nut have become loose. | The original rear spring nut will be replaced with a modified example incorporating more locking material. | 109 | SB | OH005180 to OH005689 | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 30/05/97 | R/1997/038 | SEDDON ATKINSON | Various | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 9 | 300 SERIES | 01/05/1997 | 31/05/1997 | |||
| 30/05/97 | R/1997/038 | SEDDON ATKINSON | Various | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF WHEEL STUDS | A batch of wheel studs from an outside supplier may have been incorrectly heat treated and could fail in service. | The wheel studs on potentially affected vehicles are being replaced with quality assured examples. | 9 | 200 SERIES | 95123 to 95216 | 01/05/1997 | 31/05/1997 | ||
| 05/06/97 | R/1997/042 | VAUXHALL | Vectra | SECURITY OF FUEL PIPES | In a small number of cases the fuel supply and/or return pipes may detach from their connection at the fuel tank. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the security of the supply and return pipes checked. Where any of the pipes is found to be insecure the securing clip and if necessary the tank sender unit will be replaced. | 39601 | VECTRA | T1075818 to T1187235 | 01/01/1996 | 21/05/1996 | ||
| 05/06/97 | R/1997/042 | VAUXHALL | Vectra | SECURITY OF FUEL PIPES | In a small number of cases the fuel supply and/or return pipes may detach from their connection at the fuel tank. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the security of the supply and return pipes checked. Where any of the pipes is found to be insecure the securing clip and if necessary the tank sender unit will be replaced. | 39601 | T7529884 to T7583002 | 01/01/1996 | 21/05/1996 | |||
| 05/06/97 | R/1997/042 | VAUXHALL | Vectra | SECURITY OF FUEL PIPES | In a small number of cases the fuel supply and/or return pipes may detach from their connection at the fuel tank. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the security of the supply and return pipes checked. Where any of the pipes is found to be insecure the securing clip and if necessary the tank sender unit will be replaced. | 39601 | T5099445 to T5200489 | 01/01/1996 | 21/05/1996 | |||
| 09/06/97 | R/1997/052 | VOLVO BUS | Olympian | FAILURE OF CERTAIN HOSES | In some instances the hoses on the pressure side of the steering servo and fan propulsion systems may not meet the manufacturers specification and could be liable to failure. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the subject hoses replaced with quality assured parts. | 550 | OLYMPIAN | 25001 to 27145 | ||||
| 09/06/97 | R/1997/053 | VOLVO BUS | Olympian | POSSIBLE FRACTURE OF TURBO OIL PIPE | The clamp securing the turbo charger oil pipe may break and allow the pipe to fracture due to vibration. This would lead to oil being deposited on the engine with an attendant risk of fire. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the turbo charger oil pipe replaced with a hose. | 468 | OLYMPIAN | 25001 to 27250 | ||||
| 12/06/97 | RM/97/005 | SUZUKI MOTORCYCLES | TL 1000 SV | POSSIBLE OSCILLATION OF FRONT WHEEL | The front wheel may oscillate and cause the handlebars to move rapidly from side to side when accelerating or passing over a rough road surface. | The affected motorcycles are being recalled and fitted with a new steering damper assembly. | 1057 | TL1000 | JS1AG111300100003 to JS1AG111300101146 | 01/12/1996 | 31/05/1997 | ||
| 13/06/97 | R/1997/010 | RENAULT | Master van | POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL | Wear in the area of the support bearings may lead to failure of the primary steering shaft and cause loss of directional control. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original shaft replaced with a complete assembly. | 12500 | MASTER | Various | 01/03/1989 | 30/04/1995 | ||
| 14/06/97 | RCOMP/97/002 | BIG D | Volvo Slider FL | INTEGRITY OF WELDING | The integrity and continuity of the welding on some units may not be to the manufacturers specification and could result in detachment of the fifth wheel. | Vehicles fitted with affected units are being recalled to Big D York agents to have the subject welding inspected. Where this does not meet the manufacturers specification the slider base will be replaced with a new unit. | 138 | VOLVO SLIDER FL | N/A | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 16/06/97 | R/1996/086 | FERRARI | 288 GTO | SECURITY OF SEAT BELT MOUNTINGS | The seat belt mountings may detach from the rear bulkhead in an accident situation. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of reinforcing plates at the belt mounting points on the rear bulkhead. | 54 | GTO | 52469 to 58325 | 01/01/1985 | 31/12/1985 | ||
| 23/06/97 | R/1997/026 | ALFA ROMEO | 145 & 146 | UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG | It is possible that a heavy impact on the underside of the vehicle could cause unscheduled activation of the airbag. | On affected vehicles the air bag control unit will be replaced with a modified component. | 1590 | 146 | ZAR9302078060 to ZAR9302112155 | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 23/06/97 | R/1997/026 | ALFA ROMEO | 145 & 146 | UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG | It is possible that a heavy impact on the underside of the vehicle could cause unscheduled activation of the airbag. | On affected vehicles the air bag control unit will be replaced with a modified component. | 1590 | 145 | ZAR9304060090 to ZAR9304089083 | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 28/06/97 | R/1997/049 | AUDI | A3 A4 A6 | FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER | The front seat belt height adjuster may not have been manufactured to the correct specification and could endanger the belt wearer in an accident situation. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to dealers for inspection and where required the installation of a new seat belt height adjuster. | 1097 | A6 | 01/02/1997 | 31/03/1997 | |||
| 28/06/97 | R/1997/049 | AUDI | A3 A4 A6 | FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER | The front seat belt height adjuster may not have been manufactured to the correct specification and could endanger the belt wearer in an accident situation. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to dealers for inspection and where required the installation of a new seat belt height adjuster. | 1097 | A4 | 01/02/1997 | 31/03/1997 | |||
| 28/06/97 | R/1997/049 | AUDI | A3 A4 A6 | FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER | The front seat belt height adjuster may not have been manufactured to the correct specification and could endanger the belt wearer in an accident situation. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to dealers for inspection and where required the installation of a new seat belt height adjuster. | 1097 | A3 | Various | 01/02/1997 | 31/03/1997 | ||
| 30/06/97 | R/1997/067 | BOVA | FHD/FLD Futura | INTEGRITY OF REAR AXLE SECURING BOLT | The rear axle securing bolts may shear. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original bolts replaced with quality assured examples. | 10 | FUTURA | Various | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 14/07/97 | R/1997/030 | DAIHATSU | Hijet (not diesel) | CORROSION ON WIRING HARNESS CONNECTORS | The terminal blades of some wiring harness connectors may corrode resulting in a failure of electrical power supply. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement and modification of the relevant wiring harnesses. The replacements will incorporate moisture proof connectors. | 7498 | HIJET | To be advised | ||||
| 23/07/97 | R/1997/027 | TOYOTA | Carina E | POSSIBLE NON-OPERATION OF STOP LIGHTS | Surplus grease applied to the stop light switch during production may carbonise and result in the stop lights not illuminating when the footbrake is applied. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection and if required replacement of the stop light switch. | 44611 | CARINA | Various | 01/09/1993 | 31/01/1996 | ||
| 28/07/97 | RCOMP/97/003 | SHIMANO | Pedal Crank | POSSIBLE FAILURE OF PEDAL CRANK | Failure of a small number of pedal cranks has been experienced on bicycles produced by various manufacturers. | Shimano are replacing the cranks supplied as original equipment with upgraded units. End users of the product will be advised via adverts in the popular press and trade magazines and the display of a suitable poster in dealerships. Shimano will also c | 133845 | PEDAL CRANK | Not applicable | 01/01/1994 | 31/12/1995 | ||
| 01/08/97 | RM/97/007 | LAVERDA | 650 Sport Formula and Ghost | POSSIBLE FIRE RISK | The rectifier may overheat and cause the wiring to melt with a consequent risk of fire. | The affected machines are being recalled for fitment of a heat sink and the installation of a fused link on the main rectifier wire. | 280 | 650 SPORT | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1997 | |||
| 01/08/97 | RM/97/007 | LAVERDA | 650 Sport Formula and Ghost | POSSIBLE FIRE RISK | The rectifier may overheat and cause the wiring to melt with a consequent risk of fire. | The affected machines are being recalled for fitment of a heat sink and the installation of a fused link on the main rectifier wire. | 280 | 650 FORMULA | Various | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 01/08/97 | RM/97/007 | LAVERDA | 650 Sport Formula and Ghost | POSSIBLE FIRE RISK | The rectifier may overheat and cause the wiring to melt with a consequent risk of fire. | The affected machines are being recalled for fitment of a heat sink and the installation of a fused link on the main rectifier wire. | 280 | 650 GHOST | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1997 | |||
| 04/08/97 | R/1997/046 | IVECO | Daily (96 MY) | AIR INGRESS INTO BRAKING SYSTEM | In some cases a sealing plug in a connector to the braking system has permitted the ingress of air into the hydraulic fluid during the recuperation stroke. | All affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the subject connector. | 4955 | D042784 to D054201 | 01/06/1996 | 30/04/1997 | |||
| 04/08/97 | R/1997/046 | IVECO | Daily (96 MY) | AIR INGRESS INTO BRAKING SYSTEM | In some cases a sealing plug in a connector to the braking system has permitted the ingress of air into the hydraulic fluid during the recuperation stroke. | All affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the subject connector. | 4955 | 5110867 to 5134303 | 01/06/1996 | 30/04/1997 | |||
| 04/08/97 | R/1997/046 | IVECO | Daily (96 MY) | AIR INGRESS INTO BRAKING SYSTEM | In some cases a sealing plug in a connector to the braking system has permitted the ingress of air into the hydraulic fluid during the recuperation stroke. | All affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the subject connector. | 4955 | 49.1 | 291380 to 2219015 | 01/06/1996 | 30/04/1997 | ||
| 20/08/97 | R/1997/057 | SCANIA TRUCK | 4 Series | BURNING OF TRAILER BRAKE HOSES | Exhaust air from the cab heater may cause burning of the trailer brake hoses. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a plate to the cab rear wall which will protect the brake hoses from the heater exhaust air. | 1622 | 4 SERIES | Various | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 29/08/97 | R/1997/062 | FORD | Galaxy (fitted with integral child seat) | EFFECTIVENESS OF INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT | The child seat upper base frame and inbuilt seat belt retractor assemblies may not meet the appropriate EC crash testing requirements. | Integrated child seats supplied with Galaxys from Jan 96 to Apr 1997 are being recalled for replacement of the upper base frames with modified versions. In addition belt retractors are being replaced with modified units on integrated seats supplied with Galaxys built between 1st January 1996 and October 1996. Ford are also advising all other Galaxy owners who have purchased the subject seat. | 673 | GALAXY | TB TR TA TG TC TK TD TE TL TY TS TT VJ VU | 01/01/1996 | 07/04/1997 | ||
| 29/08/97 | R/1997/062 | FORD | Galaxy (fitted with integral child seat) | EFFECTIVENESS OF INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT | The child seat upper base frame and inbuilt seat belt retractor assemblies may not meet the appropriate EC crash testing requirements. | Integrated child seats supplied with Galaxys from Jan 96 to Apr 1997 are being recalled for replacement of the upper base frames with modified versions. In addition belt retractors are being replaced with modified units on integrated seats supplied with Galaxys built between 1st January 1996 and October 1996. Ford are also advising all other Galaxy owners who have purchased the subject seat. | 673 | VM and VP | 01/01/1996 | 07/04/1997 | |||
| 17/09/97 | R/1997/058 | VOLVO TRUCK | FL6 & FS7 | CRACKING OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE | The steel braided tether of the seat belt buckle is being deformed which can cause it to crack. This can occur as the seats are being moved on the sliding rail. At the same time the tether can be caught and pinched under the seat frames. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection and replacement of either the complete seat belt or the seat belt buckle depending on the type of seat fitted. | 5176 | FL6 | 400001 to 495167 | ||||
| 17/09/97 | R/1997/058 | VOLVO TRUCK | FL6 & FS7 | CRACKING OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE | The steel braided tether of the seat belt buckle is being deformed which can cause it to crack. This can occur as the seats are being moved on the sliding rail. At the same time the tether can be caught and pinched under the seat frames. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection and replacement of either the complete seat belt or the seat belt buckle depending on the type of seat fitted. | 5176 | FS7 | 100114 to 103405 | ||||
| 18/09/97 | R/1997/077 | VOLVO BUS | B10L B10B & B10M | STEERING BALL JOINT TORQUE | On some vehicles the bolts in the joint of the steering gear shafts may not be correctly torqued. | All potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the torque on all the bolts in the four joints in the steering shaft checked and where necessary tightened to the manufacturer's specification. | 182 | B10B | Various | ||||
| 18/09/97 | R/1997/077 | VOLVO BUS | B10L B10B & B10M | STEERING BALL JOINT TORQUE | On some vehicles the bolts in the joint of the steering gear shafts may not be correctly torqued. | All potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the torque on all the bolts in the four joints in the steering shaft checked and where necessary tightened to the manufacturer's specification. | 182 | VON | |||||
| 18/09/97 | R/1997/077 | VOLVO BUS | B10L B10B & B10M | STEERING BALL JOINT TORQUE | On some vehicles the bolts in the joint of the steering gear shafts may not be correctly torqued. | All potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the torque on all the bolts in the four joints in the steering shaft checked and where necessary tightened to the manufacturer's specification. | 182 | B10L | |||||
| 18/09/97 | R/1997/077 | VOLVO BUS | B10L B10B & B10M | STEERING BALL JOINT TORQUE | On some vehicles the bolts in the joint of the steering gear shafts may not be correctly torqued. | All potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the torque on all the bolts in the four joints in the steering shaft checked and where necessary tightened to the manufacturer's specification. | 182 | B10M | |||||
| 19/09/97 | R/1997/071 | PEUGEOT | 306 | SETTING OF BRAKE COMPENSATOR | The load sensitive compensator on the braking system may be incorrectly set. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator checked and where required adjusted in accordance with the manufacturers specification. | 135 | 306 | Various | 11/02/1997 | 10/03/1997 | ||
| 19/09/97 | R/1997/070 | PEUGEOT | 306 | POSSIBLE SEEPAGE OF FUEL | Fuel may seep from the fuel filter pipe unions. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the filter pipe unions examined and secured where required. | 322 | 306 | Various | 06/01/1997 | 09/01/1997 | ||
| 19/09/97 | R/1997/072 | PEUGEOT | 306 | INCORRECT BRAKE COMPENSATOR | An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some 306 models. | Potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator examined. Vehicles equipped with an incorrect unit will have this replaced with the correct type. | 2060 | 306 | Various | 17/02/1997 | 02/05/1997 | ||
| 19/09/97 | RM/97/008 | TRIUMPH | T509 & T595 | WELD FRACTURES IN FRAME | A possibility exists of weld fractures in the main frame after impact. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the original frame replaced with a quality assured unit. | 653 | T595 | 01/01/1997 | 17/02/1997 | |||
| 19/09/97 | RM/97/008 | TRIUMPH | T509 & T595 | WELD FRACTURES IN FRAME | A possibility exists of weld fractures in the main frame after impact. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the original frame replaced with a quality assured unit. | 653 | T509 | Various | 01/01/1997 | 17/02/1997 | ||
| 30/09/97 | RM/97/011 | DUCATI | 748 & 916 | POSSIBLE SEIZURE OF REAR WHEEL | The roller bearings on the rear hub of the subject machines may not have been lubricated when installed. This could lead to bearing seizure and locking of the rear wheel. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the rear hub bearings inspected. Any bearings which display signs of corrosion or discoloration will be replaced. | 1747 | 748 | Various | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 30/09/97 | RM/97/011 | DUCATI | 748 & 916 | POSSIBLE SEIZURE OF REAR WHEEL | The roller bearings on the rear hub of the subject machines may not have been lubricated when installed. This could lead to bearing seizure and locking of the rear wheel. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the rear hub bearings inspected. Any bearings which display signs of corrosion or discoloration will be replaced. | 1747 | 916 | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1997 | |||
| 01/10/97 | RM/97/010 | BUELL | Buell 807 | FRONT WHEEL MAY LOCK UP | The front brake rotor drive pins may move out of position and contact the front brake caliper. This could prevent the front wheel from rotating without prior warning to the rider. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the original equipment drive pins replaced with quality assured versions with an alternative method of retention. | 217 | 807 | All | 01/01/1997 | 31/12/1998 | ||
| 16/10/97 | R/1997/078 | BENTLEY | Azure | POSSIBLE SHORT CIRCUITING | The main cable between the battery and the master switch can contact the edge of the body panel in the boot area. If the panel cuts through the cable insulation a short circuit may occur resulting in potential loss of electrical supply and a possible risk of fire. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the battery cable routing. Where insufficient clearance exists the cable will be repositioned. Additionally if the cable shows signs of wear it will be repaired or replaced as required. | 106 | AZURE | Various | 01/08/1994 | 30/09/1997 | ||
| 22/10/97 | R/1997/054 | MAZDA | Xedos6 and MX3 | FRACTURE OF FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING | There is a possibility that the front suspension coil spring could break. Should this occur the unseated section of the spring could puncture the tyre. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of a protector which would prevent a broken coil spring from penetrating the tyre. | 8525 | XEDOS | JMZ CA****01100001 to 01208054 (Xedos 6) | 01/12/1991 | 30/09/1995 | ||
| 22/10/97 | R/1997/054 | MAZDA | Xedos6 and MX3 | FRACTURE OF FRONT SUSPENSION COIL SPRING | There is a possibility that the front suspension coil spring could break. Should this occur the unseated section of the spring could puncture the tyre. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of a protector which would prevent a broken coil spring from penetrating the tyre. | 8525 | MX3 | JMZ EC1***00113021 to 00204535 (MX3) | 01/12/1991 | 30/09/1995 | ||
| 29/10/97 | R/1997/076 | VOLVO BUS | B10B B10L B10M & VON | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | A particular batch of injectors may be of poor quality and allow fuel to leak on to the engine with a subsequent risk of fire. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the subject injectors replaced with quality assured units. | 1368 | VON | |||||
| 29/10/97 | R/1997/076 | VOLVO BUS | B10B B10L B10M & VON | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | A particular batch of injectors may be of poor quality and allow fuel to leak on to the engine with a subsequent risk of fire. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the subject injectors replaced with quality assured units. | 1368 | B10M | |||||
| 29/10/97 | R/1997/076 | VOLVO BUS | B10B B10L B10M & VON | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | A particular batch of injectors may be of poor quality and allow fuel to leak on to the engine with a subsequent risk of fire. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the subject injectors replaced with quality assured units. | 1368 | B10L | |||||
| 29/10/97 | R/1997/076 | VOLVO BUS | B10B B10L B10M & VON | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | A particular batch of injectors may be of poor quality and allow fuel to leak on to the engine with a subsequent risk of fire. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the subject injectors replaced with quality assured units. | 1368 | B10B | Various | ||||
| 30/10/97 | R/1997/073 | RENAULT | Megane (Scenic Hatch and Cabriolet) | POSSIBLE RESTRICTION IN HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM | There is a possibility of a restriction in a plastic double pipe union on the brake master cylinder. This could prevent or reduce the operation of the hydraulic braking circuit. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the plastic union examined for evidence of any restriction. If a restriction is found the plastic pipe union will be replaced with a quality assured version. | 7434 | SCENIC | 01/07/1997 | 30/09/1997 | |||
| 30/10/97 | R/1997/073 | RENAULT | Megane (Scenic Hatch and Cabriolet) | POSSIBLE RESTRICTION IN HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM | There is a possibility of a restriction in a plastic double pipe union on the brake master cylinder. This could prevent or reduce the operation of the hydraulic braking circuit. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the plastic union examined for evidence of any restriction. If a restriction is found the plastic pipe union will be replaced with a quality assured version. | 7434 | MEGANE | Various | 01/07/1997 | 30/09/1997 | ||
| 01/11/97 | R/1997/074 | MITSUBISHI | Colt | LOSS OF BRAKING SYSTEM VACUUM ASSISTANCE | The brake booster vacuum hose check valve may stick and cause a loss of vacuum to the brake booster. This will result in greatly increased brake pedal effort and increased stopping distances. | The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the brake booster vacuum hose replaced with a quality assured unit. | 218 | COLT | Various | 17/06/1997 | 21/08/1997 | ||
| 14/11/97 | R/1997/082 | DAF BUS | Daf SB 3000 WS | POSSIBILITY OF THROTTLE STICKING | It is possible that the throttle may not return to the idle position when the accelerator pedal is released. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the throttle mechanism and adjustment of the throttle return spring where necessary. | 119 | SB | VARIOUS | ||||
| 14/11/97 | R/1997/083 | LEYLAND DAF | F75 F85 & F95 | CRACKING OF FRONT AXLE "U" BOLTS | On a small batch of vehicles the material quality of the front "U" bolts is suspect and may result in cracking of the bolts. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the "U" bolts replaced with quality assured examples. | 14 | 75 SERIES | E4559993 | 01/06/1997 | 30/06/1997 | ||
| 14/11/97 | R/1997/083 | LEYLAND DAF | F75 F85 & F95 | CRACKING OF FRONT AXLE "U" BOLTS | On a small batch of vehicles the material quality of the front "U" bolts is suspect and may result in cracking of the bolts. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the "U" bolts replaced with quality assured examples. | 14 | 95 SERIES | 01/06/1997 | 30/06/1997 | |||
| 14/11/97 | R/1997/083 | LEYLAND DAF | F75 F85 & F95 | CRACKING OF FRONT AXLE "U" BOLTS | On a small batch of vehicles the material quality of the front "U" bolts is suspect and may result in cracking of the bolts. | Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the "U" bolts replaced with quality assured examples. | 14 | 85 SERIES | E457296 | 01/06/1997 | 30/06/1997 | ||
| 21/11/97 | R/1997/059 | CHRYSLER | Various | INADVERTANT OPERATION OF AIR BAG | The air bags on the subject vehicles may inadvertently deploy during a three second period after the ignition key has been turned to the off position. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the air bag control module. | 567 | WRANGLER | 03/09/1996 | ||||
| 21/11/97 | R/1997/059 | CHRYSLER | Various | INADVERTANT OPERATION OF AIR BAG | The air bags on the subject vehicles may inadvertently deploy during a three second period after the ignition key has been turned to the off position. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the air bag control module. | 567 | GRAND CHEROKEE | 03/09/1996 | ||||
| 21/11/97 | R/1997/059 | CHRYSLER | Various | INADVERTANT OPERATION OF AIR BAG | The air bags on the subject vehicles may inadvertently deploy during a three second period after the ignition key has been turned to the off position. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the air bag control module. | 567 | NEON | Various | 03/09/1996 | |||
| 24/11/97 | R/1997/080 | FIAT | Cinquecento "S" "SX" and "SOLEIL" | POSSIBLE LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE | After extended high speed running brake servo assistance may be lost due to petrol contamination of the servo diaphragm. | The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the servo brake vacuum pipe and checking of the brake servo efficiency. | 1090 | CINQUECENTO | ZFA17000000 862082 to ZFA17000000 957625 | 01/11/1996 | 30/04/1997 | ||
| 26/11/97 | R/1997/075 | AUDI | 80 A4 A6 & A8 | UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG | In weather conditions which favour the build up of static electricity the air bag may deploy spontaneously if the driver enters or leaves the vehicle while carrying a high static charge. This can only happen when the car is stationery and not while it is in motion. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of an earth cable to the steering wheel to conduct any static charge to earth. | 50523 | A4 | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1996 | |||
| 26/11/97 | R/1997/075 | AUDI | 80 A4 A6 & A8 | UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG | In weather conditions which favour the build up of static electricity the air bag may deploy spontaneously if the driver enters or leaves the vehicle while carrying a high static charge. This can only happen when the car is stationery and not while it is in motion. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of an earth cable to the steering wheel to conduct any static charge to earth. | 50523 | A8 | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1996 | |||
| 26/11/97 | R/1997/075 | AUDI | 80 A4 A6 & A8 | UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG | In weather conditions which favour the build up of static electricity the air bag may deploy spontaneously if the driver enters or leaves the vehicle while carrying a high static charge. This can only happen when the car is stationery and not while it is in motion. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of an earth cable to the steering wheel to conduct any static charge to earth. | 50523 | 80 | Various | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1996 | ||
| 26/11/97 | R/1997/075 | AUDI | 80 A4 A6 & A8 | UNSCHEDULED DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG | In weather conditions which favour the build up of static electricity the air bag may deploy spontaneously if the driver enters or leaves the vehicle while carrying a high static charge. This can only happen when the car is stationery and not while it is in motion. | Affected vehicles are being recalled for the installation of an earth cable to the steering wheel to conduct any static charge to earth. | 50523 | A6 | 01/01/1995 | 31/12/1996 | |||
| 01/12/97 | RM/97/013 | BMW MOTORCYCLES | R850 and R1100R | TOTAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE | The steering lock wiring loom has insufficient free movement or may rub on the metal plate below the instrument cluster. | Affected machines are being recalled for alterations to the steering lock wiring loom routing and securing arrangements. | 548 | R SERIES | To 0355448 (R850R) | 31/12/1996 | |||
| 01/12/97 | RM/97/013 | BMW MOTORCYCLES | R850 and R1100R | TOTAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE | The steering lock wiring loom has insufficient free movement or may rub on the metal plate below the instrument cluster. | Affected machines are being recalled for alterations to the steering lock wiring loom routing and securing arrangements. | 548 | To 0368984 (R1100R) | 31/12/1996 | ||||
| 12/12/97 | RM/97/012 | DUCATI | Monster 600 750 and 900 | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | The supply line between the fuel cock and the fuel filter may not fit correctly and allow fuel to leak at it's attachment to the fuel cock. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the original fuel line replaced with a quality assured example incorporating improved clamping. | 184 | MONSTER 600 | 006830 to 008076 | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 12/12/97 | RM/97/012 | DUCATI | Monster 600 750 and 900 | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | The supply line between the fuel cock and the fuel filter may not fit correctly and allow fuel to leak at it's attachment to the fuel cock. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the original fuel line replaced with a quality assured example incorporating improved clamping. | 184 | MONSTER 900 | 009915 to 011629 | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 | ||
| 12/12/97 | RM/97/012 | DUCATI | Monster 600 750 and 900 | LEAKAGE OF FUEL | The supply line between the fuel cock and the fuel filter may not fit correctly and allow fuel to leak at it's attachment to the fuel cock. | Affected machines are being recalled to have the original fuel line replaced with a quality assured example incorporating improved clamping. | 184 | MONSTER 750 | 000001 to 000356 | 01/01/1996 | 31/12/1997 |
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