Citroën Berlingo recalls
88 official safety recalls for the Citroën Berlingo from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Instrument cluster may remain blank at startup
A software defect may prevent the instrument cluster from switching on when the vehicle starts, leaving a black screen. The Body Control Module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BCM software update â Black screen
- Defect
- On affected vehicles a software defect in the instrument cluster may prevent the cluster display from switching on when the vehicle is started resulting in a black screen.
- Remedy
- Update the Body Control Module software.
Turn signal bulb failure may not trigger a warning
The body control module may not detect a failed turn signal bulb, so the warning may not activate. The remedy is to update the vehicle configuration and Secure Gateway Electronic Control Unit.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Relay software â turn signal detection.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Body Control Module is not correctly configured to detect a failure in the indicator lamps. As a result if a turn indicator bulb fails it's not detected and the indicator warning does not activate.
- Remedy
- Update the vehicle configuration and the Secure Gateway Electronic Control Unit.
Smart tachograph may not meet requirements
The smart tachograph may not comply with regulatory requirements. Replace the tachograph sensor antenna(s) and add wiring harnesses if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Relay Smart Tachograph.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles have a smart tachograph fitted that may not comply with regulatory requirements.
- Remedy
- Replace the Tachograph Sensor Antenna(s) and adding Wiring Harnesses if necessary.
Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate
If the front camera is blocked, the Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate in the instrument cluster. The Body Control Module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Lane Keep Assist tell-tale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster.
- Remedy
- Update the Body Control Module software.
NOx sensor may be loose
A loose NOx sensor may let exhaust gases enter the engine compartment, causing fumes, overheating of nearby parts, fire risk and increased NOx emissions. The recall asks end users to return the product.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Environment, Fire
- Defect
- In vehicles fitted with a DV5 diesel engine, the NOx sensor may not have been properly tightened during installation. This may allow exhaust gases to enter the engine compartment and could result in visible exhaust fumes around the engine area, overheating of nearby components, a risk of fire, and increased NOx emissions. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Water pump may cause engine shutdown
A water pump malfunction may cause loss of engine power and engine shutdown. The water pump will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Water Pump Pulley
- Defect
- On affected vehicles due to a production nonconformity the water pump may malfunction which may cause a loss of engine power and result in the engine shutting down.
- Remedy
- Replace the water pump.
Fuel return pipe may leak
Fuel return pipes may not meet specification and could leak fuel. Dealers will check the pipes and replace them if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Relay Fuel Pipe Leak
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been fitted with fuel return pipes not according to specification which can lead to a fuel leak.
- Remedy
- Check the fuel return pipes and replace if necessary.
Fuel rail nut may loosen and cause a leak
A non-conforming fuel injection common rail may allow its nut to loosen and fuel to leak. The rail will be checked and, if necessary, replaced along with the high-pressure fuel pipes.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Cross carline Fuel injection common rail.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles a non-conformity issue with the fuel injection common rail may lead to a loosening of the nut and a potential fuel leak.
- Remedy
- Check the fuel injection common rail and if necessary replace the rail and high-pressure fuel pipes.
Incorrect wheel bolts may loosen or be lost
Incorrect wheel bolts may have been fitted and could loosen or be lost. The bolts will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Berlingo (K9) Wrong Wheel Bolts.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the incorrect wheel bolts may have been fitted which could result in loosening or loss of the bolts.
- Remedy
- Check the correct bolts are fitted and replace if necessary.
Instrument panel may show a black screen
A black screen on the instrument panel may make several functions unavailable to view. The in-vehicle infotainment software will be updated over the air.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Spacetourer (K0) Berlingo (K9) IVI software via OTA update.
- Defect
- Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.
- Remedy
- Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.
Tyre pressure messages may be incorrect or missing
A software deviation may cause incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages in the instrument cluster. The Electric Stability Control calibration will be updated so the correct warning messages are displayed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Berlingo4 ESC Software
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages displayed in the instrument cluster due to a software deviation.
- Remedy
- Update the Electric Stability Control calibration to ensure the correct tyre pressure warning messages are displayed
Incorrect speed limit may be displayed
A configuration error may cause the instrument cluster to display an incorrect speed limitation value. The body control module configuration will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Relay Wrong Proxy Configuration.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have an incorrect speed limitation value displayed on the instrument cluster due to a wrong configuration.
- Remedy
- Update the configuration in the body control module.
On-board diagnostics may not detect emissions faults
A fault in the diagnostics for the selective catalytic reduction system or diesel particulate filter may prevent the malfunction indicator light from illuminating, so the vehicle may not meet emissions regulations. Engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Emission recall â On Board Diagnostics
- Defect
- Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.
- Remedy
- Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.
Automatic emergency braking may stay deactivated
Automatic emergency braking may remain deactivated in a specific use case. The front camera software will be updated to ensure the system activates and deactivates correctly.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Front Camera Software.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) function may remain deactivated in a specific use case.
- Remedy
- Update the Front Camera software to ensure correct activation / deactivation of the AEB system.
Tyre pressure label may have incorrect information
The tyre pressure label may be missing information or show it incorrectly. The label will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Berlingo Tyre Pressure Label
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing information on the tyre pressure label.
- Remedy
- Replace the tyre pressure label.
Camshaft chain may wear or break
Premature camshaft chain wear may cause abnormal noise or, in the worst case, chain breakage. Software will be updated and the engine checked; the chain will be replaced if needed. If no problem is found, the oil will be changed to a higher-viscosity type with anti-wear additives.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
- Defect
- Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.
- Remedy
- Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.
Low AdBlue message may not appear
A low AdBlue message may not appear, so the tank could run empty and prevent the vehicle from starting. Update the instrument panel software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Instrument Panel Cluster Software
- Defect
- On affected vehicles a low AdBlue level message may not be displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster. This could lead to the possibility of not being able to start the vehicle due to an empty AdBlue tank.
- Remedy
- Update the Instrument Panel Cluster software.
Battery monitoring software may contain an error
An error may occur in the battery monitoring unit software. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Traction Battery software
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
- Remedy
- Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Telematics box may not connect to remote server
The telematics box may be unable to connect to the remote server. It will be changed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Autonomous Telematics Box connection
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may experience an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) that cannot connect to the remote server.
- Remedy
- Change the ATB.
Autonomous telematics box may not work
The autonomous telematics box may not work. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Autonomous Telematics Box failure after OTA update
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.
- Remedy
- Change the ATB.
Traffic sign recognition may stay deactivated
Traffic sign recognition does not meet regulatory requirements and may remain deactivated after being switched off, even after the vehicle restarts. The radio software will be updated over the air.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Relay Traffic Sign Recognition software via OTA update.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the traffic sign recognition function does not meet regulatory requirements. After de-activation it will remain de-activated even after vehicle restart.
- Remedy
- Update the radio software via over-the-Air.
Front brake discs may fail
Front brake discs may not meet specifications, causing noise and, in exceptional cases, disc failure. The front brake discs and pads will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Berlingo (K9) Front Brake Discs.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the front brake discs may not be to the required specification and may become noisy and in exceptional cases the brake disc may fail
- Remedy
- On the affected vehicles the front brake discs and pads will be replaced
Radio may not provide rear-view camera function
An incorrect radio may prevent the rear-view camera from working. The radio will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Relay (X250) Rear view camera.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles an incorrect radio may be fitted that does not provide rear view camera functionality to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Remedy
- On the affected vehicles the radio will be replaced
Manufacturer plate may show incorrect weight values
The metal manufacturer plate in the engine compartment may show incorrect weight values, causing regulatory non-compliance. The plate will be checked and replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Relay (X250) Wrong weight values on manufacturer plate
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a metal Manufacturer plate located in the engine compartment that shows the wrong weight values. This can lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.
- Remedy
- Check and replace the metal Manufacturer plate.
Brake compensation may be lost
A loss of hydraulic brake compensation may reduce braking performance. The engine control unit calibration will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Citroen Berlingo -K9 Engine Software
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may suffer a loss of Hydraulic Brake Compensation (HBC). In a worst-case scenario this can lead to reduced brake performance.
- Remedy
- Update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration.
Power steering hose may cause loss of assistance
A hydraulic power steering hose that does not meet specification may deteriorate, reducing or suddenly eliminating steering assistance. The hose will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.
- Remedy
- Check and replace power steering hose if necessary.
Tyre load index may be below rear axle capacity
The tyre load index on the Certificate of Conformity may be lower than the rear axle capacity on the VIN label. The VIN label will be replaced and an addendum to the Certificate of Conformity provided.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Affected vehicles may have a tyre load index reported on the vehicle s CoC lower than the rear axle capacity declared on the VIN label.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have a tyre load index reported on the vehicle�s CoC lower than the rear axle capacity declared on the VIN label.
- Remedy
- Replace the VIN label and provide an Addendum to the CoC (Certificate of Conformity).
Engine warning light may not indicate urea injector failure
An engine control unit software error may prevent the malfunction indicator light from coming on if the urea injector stops working, leading to higher emissions. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Environment
- Defect
- A software error in the engine control unit prevents the malfunction indicator light (MIL) from switching on if the urea injector stops working. This can lead to higher emissions and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Air conditioning compressor fault may shut down powertrain
A fault in the air conditioning compressor stator wiring may cause loss of current in the compressor and shut down the powertrain while driving. The powertrain diagnosis ECU will be reprogrammed with updated software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
- Remedy
- Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.
Traction battery software may cause loss of propulsion
An error in the traction battery control unit software calibration could cause loss of propulsion while driving. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
- Defect
- There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the traction battery control unit.
Timing belt debris may affect brake assistance
Ageing engine oil may cause timing belt material to detach and affect the brake vacuum pump, risking reduced or lost braking assistance. Software will be updated to warn earlier; the belt will be checked and replaced if needed, along with other brake assistance parts and the vacuum pump as required.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Remedy
- To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). The timing belt will be checked and if needed replaced with other components of the braking assistance system and the vacuum pump.
Timing belt material may affect the brake vacuum pump
Material detaching from the timing belt as engine oil ages may affect the brake vacuum pump. A software update will improve vacuum diagnosis to warn earlier about possible loss or reduction of braking assistance.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Remedy
- To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).
Engine guard may trap material near exhaust
The metal engine guard may trap material against the underside of the exhaust system. The guard will be replaced with a different design to prevent material collecting there.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE LOWER METAL ENGINE PROTECTION GUARD AND THE UNDERSIDE OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM COULD TRAP MATERIAL IN IT.
- Defect
- The possibility that the lower metal engine protection guard could trap material between it and the underside of the engine exhaust system.
- Remedy
- Replace the metal under engine protection guard with a different design to prevent the collection of material.
High-voltage connection box may lack an earth wire
The protective cover of the high-voltage connection box may lack its required earth connection. The vehicle will be checked and a wire added between the box and body if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SOME VEHICLES HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED EARTHING CONNECTION ON THE PROTECTIVE COVER OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTION BOX
- Defect
- Some vehicles have been produced without the required earthing connection on the protective cover of the high voltage connection box.
- Remedy
- Check the affected vehicles and add the missing earthing connection wire between the box and the body if necessary.
Tyre structure may be damaged around the bead
Tyres may have been damaged during manufacture. Affected tyres will be visually checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIAL DAMAGE TO THE TYRE STRUCTURE AROUND THE TYRE BEAD
- Defect
- Tyres may have been damaged in the manufacturing plant.
- Remedy
- Visually check the affected tyres and replace them if necessary.
Additional heater may leak fuel or produce smoke
The additional heater may shut off too soon, leaving fuel inside. This can produce smoke and fuel leaks, increasing fire risk. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Fire
- Defect
- The electrical supply to and software for the additional heating is not correctly designed and the heater can shut off too soon when the vehicle is switched off. This can lead to fuel remaining in the heater, producing smoke and fuel leaks increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Front seat anchor fastening may not meet specification
The seat fastening to the anchor plate may not meet specification. The swivel plates anchoring the front seats will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE SEAT FASTENING TO THE ANCHOR PLATE IS NOT CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION.
- Defect
- The seat fastening to the anchor plate is not correct to specification.�
- Remedy
- Replace�the swivel plates onto which the front seats are anchored.�
Timing belt teeth may wear prematurely
In dusty conditions, excessive dynamic tension may wear the timing belt teeth prematurely. The engine may stall at high speed and fail to restart, increasing accident risk. The remedy is a recall of the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, the engine may stall at high engine speeds and not being able to restart, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not meet the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Handbrake button may not engage correctly
Incorrect clipping of the handbrake control button may prevent the brake from engaging correctly, allowing the vehicle to move while parked and risking an accident or injury to passers-by. The remedy is a recall of the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The clipping of the control button of the hand-brake restraint system might be incorrect.Consequently, the hand-brake might not be correctly engaged when used, leading to the vehicle to spontaneously move when parked, increasing the risk of accident or injuries to by-passers. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Smart tachograph may not meet requirements
The smart tachograph may not meet the stated regulatory requirements. The tachograph gearbox will be replaced, and the windscreen will also be replaced on some vehicles, depending on specification.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE NOT FULLY COMPLIANT TO EUROPEAN REGULATION (165/2014+ EU799/2016) COVERING THE SMART TACHOGRAPH REQUIREMENTS
- Defect
- Affected vehicles are not fully compliant to European regulation (165/2014 + EU 799/2016) covering the �Smart Tachograph� requirements.
- Remedy
- Replacing the tachograph gearbox and on certain vehicles the windscreen depending on the specification of the vehicle.
Timing belt material may affect brake vacuum pump
Material detaching from the timing belt may affect the brake vacuum pump. Detection software will be updated, and the pump and timing belt will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY BE AFFECTED BY MATERIAL DETACHING FROM THE TIMING BELT
- Defect
- The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.
- Remedy
- Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.
Front hub fixing may be incorrect
The front hub assembly fixing to the front suspension damper may not meet specification. Check the hub assembly and replace it if required.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE FRONT HUB ASSEMBLY FIXING ON TO THE FRONT SUSPENSION DAMPER MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The front hub assembly fixing on to the front suspension damper may not be correct to specification.
- Remedy
- Check the front hub assembly and replace if required.
Steering rack inner tie rods may be incorrect
The inner tie rods connecting the steering rack to the track rod ends may not meet specifications. Both inner tie rods will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE INNER TIE RODS ARE NOT CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The inner tie rods connecting the steering rack to the track rod end are not correct to specification
- Remedy
- Replace the steering rack inner tie rods (on both sides)
Urea injector may become blocked
The urea injector may temporarily become blocked. The engine management software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIAL BLOCKING OF THE UREA INJECTOR
- Defect
- The urea injector may temporarily block
- Remedy
- Update the engine management software
Steering column may not meet specifications
Steering columns may not have been produced to specification. The steering column will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING COLUMN MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- Steering columns were produced not according to specification
- Remedy
- Replacement of the steering column.
Front outer passenger seat belt may not meet specification
The front outer passenger seat belt may not meet specification. Replace the belt.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE PASSENGER OUTER SEAT BELT MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The passenger outer seat belts may not be correct to specification
- Remedy
- Replace the front outer passenger seat belt.
Brake pipe fixings may not meet specification
Brake pipe fixings may not meet specification. The fixings will be checked and repaired, and damaged pipes replaced as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BRAKE PIPE FIXINGS MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The brake pipe fixings may not conform to specification
- Remedy
- Checking and repairing these fixings and replacing any damaged pipes as necessary
Exhaust component may damage the particulate filter
A plastic component inside the exhaust line may damage the diesel particle filter under certain conditions. The filter will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A PLASTIC COMPONENT INSIDE THE EXHAUST LINE COULD DAMAGE THE DIESEL PARTICLE FILTER
- Defect
- A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain circumstances damage the diesel particle filter.
- Remedy
- Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.
Handbrake mechanism may be incorrect
The handbrake mechanism may not meet specification. It will be checked and the lever replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A COMPONENT OF THE HANDBRAKE MECHANISM MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The handbrake mechanism may not be correct to specification.
- Remedy
- Check the handbrake mechanism and if necessary replace the hand brake lever.
Engine oil gallery plug may leak
An incorrectly tightened oil gallery sealing plug may leak oil over time, possibly onto the road. The plug will be tightened to the correct torque.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles the tightening of a sealing plug on the engine oil gallery may not be correct to specification.This could lead over time to an oil leak which in rare cases could result in oil leaking on to the road.
- Remedy
- The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque.
Airbags may not deploy in a collision
Damage to an internal component in the airbag triggering ECU may prevent an airbag from deploying, with no warning signs. Replace all affected ECUs as a precaution.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAGS MAY NOT BE TRIGGERED IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles an internal component within the airbag triggering ECU may have been damaged which could lead to non deployment. There are no early warning signs or symptoms for the customer to indicate if the ECU is incorrect.
- Remedy
- The manufacturer has no simple method to check the internal component. Therefore all ECU's in affected vehicles to be changed as a precaution.
Engine component may cause loss of performance
An engine component may be out of specification, causing loss of performance or stalling and potentially engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances, speed may increase briefly without warning. The engine will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.
Tyres may lose pressure due to premature ageing
Premature tyre ageing could cause loss of tyre pressure. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- null Premature ageing of the tyres could lead to loss of tyre pressure.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Gearbox actuator may affect gear selection
A gearbox actuator component may be out of specification and affect gear selection. The actuator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- GEARBOX ACTUATOR AY NOT BE TO SPECTIFICATION
- Defect
- A component in the gearbox actuator may not be to the correct specification which may affect gear selection.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles replace the gearbox actuator
Bonnet may open while driving
The bonnet catch fixing may prevent the bonnet from closing correctly, so it could open without warning while driving. The front bumper support will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BONNET MAY OPEN WITHOUT WARNING
- Defect
- The bonnet may not close correctly over time because a possible non-conformity with the fixing of the bonnet catch. The driver may notice in certain cases difficulty in opening or closing the bonnet easily or vibrations or slight movement of the bonnet when driving. The risk is incorrect closing of the bonnet which could lead without any warning to unwanted opening when driving.
- Remedy
- Recall the the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the front bumper support. Where necessary the front bumper support will be replaced.
Driver airbag may deploy incorrectly
The driver's airbag inflation device may not meet specification and may deploy incorrectly in an impact. The driver's airbag module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAG MAY INCORRECTLY DEPLOY
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the driver's air bag inflation device may not conform to specification. As a result may not deploy correctly during an impact.
- Remedy
- Replace the driver's air bag module on affected vehicles
Ignition switch fault may turn off instrument displays
A steering lock switch that does not meet specifications may intermittently switch off the instrument panel displays. The ignition switch will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- INSTRUMENT DISPLAY MAY TURN OFF INTERMITTENTLY
- Defect
- The electrical switch of the steering lock may not conform to specification. This could cause the intermittent unwanted switching off of information displays on the instrument panel.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ignition switch.
Engine may fail to start or stall
An injector component may be out of specification, reducing fuel pressure and preventing the engine from starting or causing it to stall. Injector identification numbers will be checked and injectors replaced where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE MAY STALL
- Defect
- An internal component of the injector may not be to specification which could reduce the fuel pressure in the injection system. The concern can prevent the engine starting and/or cause the engine to stall.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the identification number of the engine injectors. Where necessary replace the injectors.
Fuel rail pipes may leak and create a fire risk
High-pressure fuel rail pipes may not be tightened to specification, causing fuel to leak onto the engine. Vapour contacting a hot component could cause an engine bay fire. The pipes will be retightened to specification.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK AND CREATE FIRE RISK
- Defect
- It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.
- Remedy
- Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.
Handbrake cable support may reduce braking efficiency
The handbrake cable stop support may not meet specification, reducing handbrake efficiency. Strengthening will be installed on the support under the vehicle.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The fixture of the handbrake cable stop support may not have been produced to the correct specification. If not rectified this could cause a reduction in hand brake efficiency.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and install strengthening for the handbrake cable stop support under the vehicle.
Front seatbelt fixing bolts may loosen or break
The front seatbelt return rail fixing bolts may loosen and, under extreme force, break. The bolts on both sides will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELT FIXING BOLTS MAY LOOSEN
- Defect
- The fixing bolts of the front LH and RH seat belt return rail may loosen and in cases of extreme force break.
- Remedy
- The bolts on the left and right- hand sides will be replaced.
Spare wheel winch may fail
The spare wheel winch may fail to secure the wheel, allowing it to detach from the vehicle. The winch will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SPARE WHEEL MAY DETACH
- Defect
- The spare wheel winch may fail and not secure the spare wheel to the vehicle so allowing it to detach from the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and replace the spare wheel winch.
Roof panel rear flap may detach
A defect in the rear flap hinge may eventually allow the roof panel flap to detach. Dealers will reinforce the hinge retention or replace the rear flap.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ROOF FLAP MAY DETACH
- Defect
- The roof panel rear flap hinge may have a defect which will eventually allow the roof panel to detach.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to either reinforce the retention of the hinges or changing the roof panel rear flap.
Passenger airbag may deploy incorrectly
A passenger airbag wiring connector may be out of specification, causing a dashboard warning light or incorrect airbag deployment in a crash. The wiring harness will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAG MAY OPERATE INCORRECTLY
- Defect
- The passenger airbag wiring harness connector may not be to specification which can cause the illumination of the warning light on the dashboard or if involved in a impact the incorrect deployment of the airbag.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles and replace the passenger airbag wiring harness.
Tailgate support strut may detach
A mounting ball on a tailgate support strut may rotate, allowing a strut to dislocate and the open tailgate to fall. The mounting ball joints on the support struts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- TAILGATE MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
- Defect
- It has been identified that the possibility exists that the mounting ball on both tailgate support struts may rotate when the tailgate is opened or closed. Should one of the support struts dislocate the tailgate may not remain in the open position.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the mounting ball joints on the tailgate support struts replaced.
Rear damper lower fixing bolts may loosen
The rear damper lower fixing bolts may become loose. Their conformity will be checked and they will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REAR DAMPER MAY BECOME INSECURE
- Defect
- The rear dampers lower fixing bolts may become loose.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles to check conformity of damper lower fixing bolt and replace if necessary
Spare wheel carrier heat shield may detach
Vibration may cause the heat shield protecting the spare wheel and carrier to detach. The shield will be modified or the carrier, which includes the shield, replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SPARE WHEEL CARRIER HEAT SHIELD COULD BECOME DETACHED
- Defect
- The heat shield protecting the spare wheel and carrier may detach because of the vibrations it is subjected to.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to modify the heat shield or where necessary replace the spare wheel carrier which incorporates the heat shield.
Rear seat fixing may fail in a collision
An incorrectly welded right-hand fixing may leave the left-hand rear seat insecure, and the seat may detach in a crash. The seat fixing will be checked and repaired if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LH SEAT MAY BECOME DETACHED IN A COLLISION
- Defect
- The left hand rear seat may not be fully secure because the right hand seat fixing may have been welded incorrectly. If the weld is incorrect the seat may detach during an accident.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary repair the seat fixing.
Seat belt fixing may be too loose
The left seat belt inertia reel fixing may be too loose, so the belt may not work as designed in a crash. The fixing will be checked and tightened if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELT MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
- Defect
- It has been identified that the fixing for the left hand seat belt inertia reel may not have tightened to the specified torque. As a result in the event of an impact the seat belt may not function as designed.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked to ensure that it is at the correct torque tightening same as necessary.
Engine relay unit may cause equipment faults
An incorrect engine relay unit may deteriorate and cause operating faults or failure of some equipment. The unit will be checked and replaced if it is not to the correct specification.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WIPERS / LIGHTS/ BATTERY CHARGING MAY BE AFFECTED.
- Defect
- An incorrect engine relay unit may have been fitted. This ECU could deteriorate and cause operating faults and perhaps failure of certain equipment
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles check Engine Relay Unit and replace if not correct specification.
Brake assistance may be reduced
A defective check valve in the brake vacuum pump may reduce braking assistance over time. The valve will be replaced; some vehicles will also have the air dosing unit replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VACUUM BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY REDUCE.
- Defect
- It has been identified that the check valve within the brake assistance vacuum pump may suffer from a non-conformity which in time may reduce the braking assistance.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles as a preventative measure will have the subject valve replaced. At the same time certain vehicles will also have the air dosing unit replaced.
Control computer may disrupt wipers, lights or charging
A component in the computer controlling the wipers, lighting and battery charging is out of specification. One or more of these functions may operate erratically or fail. The computer will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WIPERS LIGHTS AND BATTERY CHARGING MAY BE AFFECTED
- Defect
- It has been identified that one component of the computer that controls the operation of the wipers lighting and battery charging is not to specification. This can result in erratic operation or failure of one or all of the specified functions.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the subject computer replaced.
Side indicator repeaters may not operate correctly
With the engine off and parking lights on, the side indicator repeaters may not operate. A dealer will upgrade the operating software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
- Defect
- It has been identified that; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the relevant operating software upgraded.
Steering mechanism may become stiff
A problem with the steering mechanism may make manoeuvring difficult. The mechanism will be checked and lubricated, and replaced if damaged; certain key components will also be reinforced against water ingress.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING MAY BECOME STIFF
- Defect
- It has been identified that a problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the steering mechanism checked and lubricated. The mechanism will be replaced if found to be damaged. At the same time certain vehicles will have key components reinforced against the ingress of water. Thus preventing operating faults in the long term.
Non-conforming brake pipes may impair braking
Some brake pipes may not conform to specification, which could impair braking. The pipe serial numbers will be checked and pipes replaced where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKES MAY FAIL
- Defect
- Braking maybe impaired due to some brake pipes not being manufactured to conformity.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the serial numbers of the brake pipes and to replace the brake pipes where necessary.
Freezing moisture may reduce braking assistance
Moisture in the vacuum circuit may freeze and adversely affect braking assistance. A separate air vent with a filter will be fitted to each electro valve in the circuit.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKING MAY BE AFFECTED
- Defect
- Braking assistance could be adversely by freezing of moisture that may accumulate in the vacuum circuit.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that may be affected and fit a separate air vent complete with filter to each electro valve fitted to the vacuum circuit.
Suspension spring may break and contact tyre
If a suspension spring breaks, it could contact a vehicle tyre. The recall fits a suspension cup to each side of the front suspension.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION SPRINGS MAY BREAK
- Defect
- In the exceptional event of a spring breaking there could be a risk of the spring making contact with the vehicle tyre.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a suspension cup to each side of the front suspension.
Suspension spring may contact the tyre if it breaks
If a suspension spring breaks, it may contact the vehicle tyre. A suspension cup will be fitted to each side of the front suspension.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SUSPENSION SPRINGS MAY BREAK
- Defect
- In the exceptional event of a spring breaking there could be a risk of the spring making contact with the vehicle tyre.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a suspension cup to each side of the front suspension.
Airbag control unit may under-assess an impact
The airbag control unit may underestimate the severity of an impact and fail to deploy the airbags. The airbag control unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT BE TO STANDARD
- Defect
- The air bag control unit may be underestimating the significance of an impact for the purposes of deploying the airbags.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the airbag control unit replaced.
Brake hoses may chafe and leak
Brake hoses may chafe on the wheel arches and leak, potentially increasing stopping distances. Front brake hose protection will be inspected, and worn hoses will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BRAKE HOSE MAY CHAFE AND LEAK
- Defect
- The brake hoses may chafe on the wheel aches and in extreme cases cause a brake fluid leak. The driver will be informed of the defect by the illumination of a warning lamp on the dashboard. If ignored then this will result in longer than expected stopping distances.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and visually inspect the front brake hoses reinforcement and protection. The brake hoses if worn will be replaced.
Accelerator pedal may jam open
The accelerator pedal may jam in the fully open position. A dealer will replace the pedal stop with a modified version.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY STICK OPEN.
- Defect
- The accelerator pedal can become jammed in the fully open position.
- Remedy
- Replace the accelerator pedal stop with a modified version.
Handbrake adjustment may be unreliable
The handbrake adjustment system may be unreliable, reducing handbrake efficiency in some conditions. The brake shoe mechanisms will be checked, adjusted or replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY
- Defect
- The handbrake adjustment system may be unreliable which will reduce its efficiency under certain conditions.
- Remedy
- Check adjust and/or replace the brake shoe mechanisms.
Heater blower wiring may short circuit
Inadequate protection may allow the heater blower wiring harness to chafe, causing a short circuit and fire risk. The harness routing will be checked and a protective sleeve fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE FIRE RISK IN HEATER BLOWER WIRING HARNESS
- Defect
- Inadequate protection of the heater blower wiring harness may result in chafing damage leading to a short circuit and risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Check for correct routing of the blower wiring harness and fit a protective sleeve.
Rear suspension cross member may fail
A cut in the rear suspension cross member may eventually cause it to fail and lead to loss of vehicle control. Any cross member found to be cut will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REAR SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER MAY HAVE BEEN CUT
- Defect
- The rear suspension cross member may have been cut in production. This could eventually result in failure of the cross member and cause loss of control of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Replace any rear suspension cross member found to be cut.
Parking brake cable may break
The rear section of the parking brake cable may not meet specification and could break, causing loss of the parking brake. The cable will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- PARKING BRAKE CABLE MAY BREAK
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the parking brake cable may not be to the correct specification and could break at the rear section resulting in loss of parking brake.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and replace parking brake cable.
Fuel tank mountings may not secure the tank
The rear mountings may not secure the fuel tank adequately, risking its disengagement. Additional bolts or reinforcement plates will be fitted, depending on the original build configuration.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL TANK MOUNTINGS
- Defect
- Fuel tank rear mountings may not adequately secure the tank with a risk of possible disengagement.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and fit additional bolts or reinforcement plates to rear tank mountings depending on original build configuration.
Brake servo valve may cause loss of assistance
The brake servo valve may not work correctly, causing loss of braking assistance. The valve will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.
Brake servo valve may cause loss of assistance
The brake servo valve may not function correctly, causing loss of braking assistance. The valve will be inspected and may be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.