Peugeot Expert recalls
85 official safety recalls for the Peugeot Expert 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
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 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
- Peugeot 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.
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
- Peugeot Traveller/Expert (K0)Rifter/Partner (K9) IVI s/w 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.
Engine control software may not meet emissions requirements
An engine control module calibration issue may cause the vehicle not to meet emissions requirements. The calibration will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Expert Traveller (K0) Low In-use performance ratio â ECM software
- Defect
- On affected vehicles there is an issue with the Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration which may lead to non-compliance with regulatory emission requirements.
- Remedy
- Update the ECM calibration.
Rear brake discs may be out of specification
Rear brake discs may have insufficient contact with the wheel hub, causing abnormal stress concentration. The discs will be checked and replaced, along with the brake pads if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Traveller/Expert4- Rear Brake Discs.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been equipped with rear brake discs out of specification. These brake discs have insufficient contact with the wheel hub resulting in abnormal stress concentration.
- Remedy
- Check the rear brake discs and replace them and the brake pads if necessary.
Emissions warning light may not illuminate
On-board diagnostics for the selective catalytic reduction system or diesel particle filter may not work correctly, so the malfunction indicator light may not illuminate when there is a fault. 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.
Front wishbone bolts may break from corrosion
Corrosion may cause the front wishbone bolts to break. The bolts and bushings on both sides of the front wishbone will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Expert (K0) Lower Control Arm Bushing
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the bolts on the front wishbone may break due to corrosion.
- Remedy
- Replace the bolts and bushings on both sides of the front wishbone.
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.
Shock absorber fixing may break
The shock absorber may be attached with insufficient tightening torque (90 Nm), causing its attachment to break and potentially resulting in loss of control and an accident. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The shock absorber attached to the body has been mounted with an insufficient tightening torque (measured value: 90 Nm). This can result in the attachment breaking and in a loss of the vehicle's control, increasing the risk of accident and injuries. 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
Traction battery software may not meet requirements
Incorrect software in the traction battery management unit may fail to meet regulatory requirements. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Expert K0 TBMU software
- Defect
- On affected vehicles they may have been supplied with incorrect software in the Traction Battery Management Unit TBMU that can lead to a non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Remedy
- On the affected vehicles the TBMU software will be updated to meet regulatory requirements.
Seat fixings may allow seats to move in a collision
Insufficient fixing on the first or second row of seats may allow them to move in a collision. The seat fixings will be reworked.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Traveller/Expert K0 Seat Fixation
- Defect
- On affected vehicles there may be insufficient fixing on the 1st and/or 2nd row of seats that could potentially allow seat movement in the event of a collision
- Remedy
- On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked
Radio display screws may be missing
Missing fixing screws may allow the radio display to detach during a collision. The fixings will be checked and fitted if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Expert (K0) Display Screws missing.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the radio display fixing screws may be missing allowing a potential detachment of the display during a collision.
- Remedy
- On the affected vehicles the fixings will be checked and fitted if necessary.
Radio screen may come loose in a crash
The radio screen may be insufficiently secured and come loose in a crash, injuring occupants or damaging the airbag as it deploys. The product is to be recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- Radio screens can be insufficiently fixed in place. In the event of an accident, the screen can come loose and cause injuries to the occupants and/or damage to the airbag when it is deployed. 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
Incorrect rear springs may affect handling or detach
Incorrect rear springs may impair handling when fully loaded or detach when the vehicle is empty. Both rear springs will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Expert (K0) Rear Springs
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been equipped with the incorrect rear springs which can result in impaired driving behaviour when fully loaded or a risk of rear spring detachment in a worst-case scenario when empty.
- Remedy
- Replace both rear springs.
Ground connections may come loose
Some electrical harness ground connections may be lost, potentially causing loss of vehicle functions and erratic behaviour. The connections will be checked and retightened.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Expert â Ground Connections
- Defect
- On affected vehicles there could be a loss of ground connections for some electrical harnesses which could result in a worst-case scenario in the loss of several vehicle functions with safety impacts and a risk of erratic behaviour of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Check and re-tighten the ground connections.
Air conditioning compressor fault may shut down powertrain
A fault in the air conditioning compressor stator wiring may cause current loss 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.
Steering tie rod nut may be under-tightened
A steering tie rod end nut may not be tightened to the correct torque. The nut will be replaced and tightened to the correct torque.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.
- Remedy
- Replace the steering tie rod/track rod end nut and tighten to the correct torque.
Fuel line may contact the body and leak
An incorrectly positioned fuel pipe may contact the body and leak fuel. Its position will be checked and corrected if necessary, and a protective sleeve fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- The fuel line could make contact with the body and lead to fuel leakage
- Defect
- Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.�
- Remedy
- Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.�
Handbrake and service brake efficiency may be reduced
On vehicles with a manual handbrake, braking efficiency may be compromised. The rear brake calipers will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE EFFICIENCY OF HANDBRAKE AND SERVICE BRAKE MIGHT BE COMPROMISED
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised.�
- Remedy
- Check the rear brake caliper references and replace as necessary.�
High-voltage harness may be out of specification
The high-voltage harness may not meet the correct specification. Its conformity will be checked and it will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE HIGH VOLTAGE HARNESS FITTED MIGHT NOT BE TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The High Voltage Harness might not be to the correct specification.
- Remedy
- Check the harness conformity and replace it if necessary
Front seat headrests may not meet specification
Front seat headrests may not meet the design specification because a catch is missing. They will be checked and replaced if they do not conform.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- HEADRESTS ON THE FRONT MODULAR SEAT DO NOT CONFORM TO THE DESIGN SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been equipped with headrests on the front modular seat which do not conform to the design specification.
- Remedy
- Check the conformity of the front headrests (presence of the catch); in cases of non-conformity the front headrests will be replaced.
Rear window wiring harness may become displaced
The rear window wiring harness may move from its original position, weakening it and creating a potential thermal issue. Its routing will be checked, a fastening clip added and the harness replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ELECTRICAL HARNESS COULD MOVE FROM ORIGINAL POSITION AND WEAKEN THE HARNESS
- Defect
- The rear window electrical harness could become displaced from its original position and present a potential thermal issue.
- Remedy
- Check the routing of harness and replace the electrical harness if necessary. Add a fastening clip to ensure that the electrical harness will be maintained in its normal position.
Rear spring centraliser may be welded incorrectly
The rear spring centraliser may be incorrectly welded. Three weld spots will be added.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE REAR SPRING CENTRALISER MIGHT BE WELDED INCORRECTLY
- Defect
- The rear spring centraliser might be welded incorrectly.
- Remedy
- Add 3 weld spots to the rear spring centralisers
Left-side wheel bolts may be undertightened
A wheel bolt on each left-side wheel may not be tightened to the correct torque. The bolts will be checked and replaced if necessary, along with any parts damaged as a result.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLES AFFECTED MAY HAVE A SINGLE WHEEL BOLT ON BOTH LEFT HAND SIDE WHEELS WHICH MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED CORRECTLY
- Defect
- A single wheel bolt on both left-hand wheels may not be tightened to the correct tightening torque.
- Remedy
- Check and if necessary replace wheel bolts and any other associated parts if consequential damage has occurred.
Right-side wheel bolts may not be tight enough
A wheel bolt on each right-side wheel may not be tightened correctly. The wheels could be affected by consequential damage. Check the bolts and replace them and any associated damaged parts if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLES AFFECTED MAY HAVE A SINGLE WHEEL BOLT ON BOTH RIGHT HAND SIDE WHEELS WHICH MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED CORRECTLY
- Defect
- A single wheel bolt on both right-hand wheels may not be tightened to the correct tightening torque.
- Remedy
- Check and if necessary replace wheel bolts and any other associated parts if consequential damage has occurred.
Rear seat adjustment lever may not lock
A rear seat longitudinal adjustment lever may not lock properly. The affected seat frames will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A REAR SEAT LONGITUDINAL ADJUSTMENT LEVER MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY
- Defect
- A rear seat longitudinal adjustment lever may not lock properly.
- Remedy
- Check affected seat frames and replacing them if necessary.
Rear brake hoses may be damaged by holding clips
Movement between a rear brake hose and its holding clip may damage the hose. Both rear hoses will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE REAR BRAKE HOSE MAY BECOME DAMAGED OVER TIME DUE TO MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE HOSE AND HOLDING CLIP
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the rear brake hose may become damaged due to relative movement between the hose and the holding clip.
- Remedy
- Check the condition of the left and right rear brake hoses and replace them if necessary.
Rear suspension fixings may not be tightened correctly
Some rear suspension fixings may not be tightened to specification. Tightening torques will be corrected and some nuts and bolts replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- TIGHTENING OF REAR SUSPENSION FIXINGS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The tightening of some rear suspension fixings may not be correct to specification.
- Remedy
- Correcting some tightening torques and replacing some nuts and bolts.
Front wheel arch seals may allow water ingress
Faulty seals in the front wheel arches may let water enter the passenger compartment. The areas will be resealed, checked for water, and affected interior components replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE NON CONFORMITY OF SEALS IN FRONT WHEEL ARCHES COULD LEAD TO WATER INGRESS INTO CERTAIN ELECTRONIC UNITS
- Defect
- Possible non-conformity of certain seals in the front wheel arches could lead to water ingress into the passenger compartment.
- Remedy
- Resealing these areas checking for the presence of water in the passenger compartment and replacing certain components in the interior if required.
Seat belt lower bolts may be incorrectly tightened
The lower seat belt bolts may be incorrectly positioned or tightened. Their position and tightening torque will be checked and corrected if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ONE OR MORE FIXATIONS OF THE SEATBELTS LOWER BOLTS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED CORRECTLY
- Defect
- The tightening and positioning of the seat belt lower bolts may be incorrect.
- Remedy
- This campaign consists of checking and if necessary correcting both the position of the bolt and the tightening torque of all of the lower fixings of the seat belts.
Seat belt fixings and earth cables may be loose
Seat belt fixings and some earth cables may not be tightened to specification. They will be tightened.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ONE OR MORE FIXATIONS OF THE SEATBELTS AND ONE GROUND CABLE MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED CORRECTLY
- Defect
- The tightening of the seat belt fixings and of certain earth cables may not conform to specification
- Remedy
- Tightening of the seat belt fixings and of certain earth cables.
Rear brake calipers may reduce parking brake efficiency
A non-conformity in the rear brake calipers could reduce parking brake efficiency. The calipers will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- NON-CONFORMITY OF THE REAR BRAKE CALIPERS
- Defect
- A non-conformity of the rear brake callipers could reduce the efficiency of the parking brake.
- Remedy
- Check and if necessary replace the callipers
Underbody fuel pipes may become damaged
Movement between the underbody fuel pipes and nearby parts may damage the pipes over time. Their condition will be checked and they will be replaced if necessary; protective parts will be fitted to prevent future damage.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL TUBES UNDER BODY MAY BECOME DAMAGED OVER TIME
- Defect
- The fuel pipes under the body may have been damaged over time due to a relative movement between these pipes and their surroundings.
- Remedy
- Check the condition of the fuel pipes and replacing them if necessary. New protection will be fitted on all vehicles to prevent this damage in the future.
Rear brake hoses may be damaged by a clip
Movement against a clip may damage the rear brake hoses over time. Both rear hoses will be checked and replaced if necessary, and a new retaining clip fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DUE TO MOVEMENT BETWEEN THESE HOSES AND A CLIP
- Defect
- The rear brake hoses may have been damaged over time due to inappropriate movement between these hoses and a clip.
- Remedy
- Check the condition of the rear left-hand and right-hand brake hoses and replacing them if necessary. A new retaining clip is fitted on all vehicles to prevent this relative movement.
Front wheel arch seals may let water into cabin
Incorrect seals in the front wheel arches may allow water into the passenger compartment. The areas will be resealed, checked for water ingress and interior components replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- CERTAIN SEALS IN THE FRONT WHEEL ARCHES MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- Certain seals in the front wheel arches may not be correct to specification and may cause water ingress into the passenger compartment
- Remedy
- Resealing these areas checking for the presence of water in the passenger compartment and replacing certain components in the interior if required
Rear floor counterweight supports may crack
Cracks may develop in the supports under the rear floor, allowing a counterweight to detach and fall from the vehicle. Two additional fixings will be added for each counterweight.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A CRACK COULD DEVELOP OVER TIME ON THE COUNTERWEIGHT SUPPORTS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR FLOOR
- Defect
- Counterweight could become detached and fall from the vehicle
- Remedy
- Add two new fixings for each counterweight
Front outer passenger seat belt may release
If the front centre passenger seat is occupied, the front outer passenger seat belt could release inadvertently. The centre buckle will be modified with foam and protective heat-shrink tubing.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- IF THE FRONT CENTRE PASSENGER SEATING POSITION IS OCCUPIED THE FRONT OUTER PASSENGER SEAT BELT COULD RELEASE
- Defect
- There is a risk of inadvertent release to the front outer passenger seat belt.
- Remedy
- Modifying the central seat buckle with foam and heat-shrinkable protective tubing
Front suspension ball joint may loosen
The front wishbone ball joint may loosen. Its tightening torque will be increased and thread lock added if the threads are rusty or loose; the ball joint will be replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE FRONT SUSPENSION MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- Possible slackening of the front wishbone ball joint.
- Remedy
- Increasing the tightening torque of the ball joint and adding thread lock if the ball joint threads are found to be rusty or loose the ball joint will be replaced
Steering rack may be out of specification
The steering rack assembly may not meet specification. The steering rack assembly and fixings will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE STEERING RACK ASSEMBLY MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The steering rack assembly may not be correct to specification.
- Remedy
- Replace the steering rack assembly and the fixings.
Front suspension wishbone fixing bolt may be incorrect
The front suspension wishbone fixing bolt may not meet specification. The fixing bolts and nuts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE FIXING BOLT OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION WISHBONE MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The fixing bolt of the front Suspension wishbone may not be correct to specification.
- Remedy
- Replace the fixing bolts and nuts of the front suspension wishbones.
Rear suspension wishbone bolts may be incorrect
The rear suspension wishbone mounting bolts may not meet specification. They will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE REAR SUSPENSION WISHBONE MOUNTING BOLTS MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The rear suspension wishbone mountings bolts may not be correct to specification.
- Remedy
- Replacement of the rear suspension wishbone bolts.
Air conditioning compressor pulley may break
The air conditioning compressor pulley may break and damage other components. The pulley will be replaced, along with the protective cover if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS THE AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR PULLEY COULD BREAK
- Defect
- The air conditioning compressor pulley could break and damage other components.
- Remedy
- Replace the air conditioning compressor pulley and if necessary the protective cover.
Front suspension ball joints may loosen
Excessive front suspension loading may cause the lower wishbone ball joints to loosen. Their tightening torque will be increased and thread lock added; rusty ball joint threads will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- EXCESSIVE LOADING OF FRONT SUSPENSION COULD RESULT IN THE LOOSENING OF THE FRONT WISHBONE LOWER BALL JOINTS
- Defect
- Excessive loading of the front suspension could result in the loosening of the front wishbone lower ball joints.
- Remedy
- Increasing the tightening torque of the ball joint and adding thread lock to the ball joint threads if the ball joint threads are found to be rusty the ball joint will be replaced.
Tow ball support bracket may not withstand high stress
The tow ball bracket may not withstand the highest stresses it could face during the vehicle's lifetime. It is replaced with a redesigned bracket.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Tow ball support bracket durability inadequate
- Defect
- The tow ball bracket could not withstand mechanical constraints when subjected to the highest stress levels which can occur during the vehicle's lifetime.
- Remedy
- The manufacturer�s remedy involves the replacement of the tow ball support bracket with a redesigned version.
Cooling system strategy may overheat the engine
The cooling strategy and temperature alert may allow the engine to overheat and leak oil from the sump drain cap, without warning the driver. Download new engine management software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- COOLING SYSTEM STRATEGY COULD OVERHEAT THE ENGINE.
- Defect
- The cooling system strategy and the maximum temperature alert could cause the engine to overheat this may cause an oil leak from the sump drain cap. Due to the incorrect operation of the warning system there is no driver alert.
- Remedy
- The remedy involves downloading new engine management software.
Engine oil gallery plug may leak
An engine oil gallery sealing plug may not be tightened to specification, potentially causing an oil leak and, in rare cases, oil to leak 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
Engine component may cause stalling or failure
An engine component may be out of specification, causing loss of performance, stalling or engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances, vehicle speed may increase without warning but stop on its own after a few seconds. 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.
Starter motor wiring may short circuit
An incorrectly positioned starter supply terminal may foul other components and cause a short circuit. The terminal position will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STARTER MOTOR SUPPLY WIRING HARNESS MAY BECOME DAMAGED
- Defect
- The positioning of the starter supply terminal may be incorrect. This may allow it to foul other components and cause a short circuit.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles check the positioning of the terminal and correct it if necessary.
Starter relay may overheat
A faulty relay component may overheat, causing unintended starter motor operation and, in extreme cases, a fire risk. The relay will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STARTER RELAY MAY OVERHEAT
- Defect
- Possible non-compliance of an internal component of the starter control relay could cause damage by overheating. This could cause unintended operation of the starter motor and in extreme instances; there is a risk of fire.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles check and if necessary replace the relay
Air conditioning compressor mounting may be loose
A compressor support mounting may not be tight enough, causing abnormal noise and possibly leaving the compressor insecure. The support will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR SUPPORT MOUNTINGS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The tightness of one of the air conditioning compressor support mountings may not be correct to specification. This will result in an abnormal noise and possibility of the compressor becoming insecure
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles check the tightness of the support; where necessary the support will be replaced.
Starter motor relay may cause overheating
A faulty internal relay component may affect starting and cause the starter motor to overheat, creating a fire risk in extreme cases. Dealers will check the relay and replace it if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STARTER MOTOR MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
- Defect
- A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.
Gearbox actuator may affect gear selection
A gearbox actuator component may not meet specifications and could 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
Air may enter the brake servo
A loose connection between the brake servo and pedal may let air enter the servo, reducing braking effort. The servo security will be checked and the servo replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFORT DUE TO AIR IN THE SERVO
- Defect
- The tightening torque of one of the nuts of the connection between the brake servo unit and the brake pedal may be not correct to specification. This may allow air to enter the servo
- Remedy
- Check servo security and where necessary replace the brake servo unit
Steering rack may lose its mechanical connection
Incorrect steering rack assembly could cause the mechanical link between the steering pinion valve and rack to be lost during full-lock parking manoeuvres. Affected vehicles will be checked and the steering rack replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STEERING BOLTS MAY BE TIGHTENED INCORRECTLY
- Defect
- Incorrect assembly of the steering rack which could cause the loss of the mechanical link between the steering pinion valve and the steering rack during parking manoeuvres at full lock.
- Remedy
- Check affected vehicles and where necessary replace the steering rack.
Water ingress may cause unexpected airbag deployment
Water may enter the cabin and affect airbag module operation, potentially causing an unexpected deployment. The remedy is to add sealant at body interfaces and replace any interior components damaged by water.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- UNEXPECTED AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
- Defect
- It has been identified that due to a possible non-conformity of certain seals on the vehicle�s body there is the possibility that water can enter the passenger compartment of the vehicle. The occupants should experience either wet carpets and or a possible damp smell. However the ingress of water into the cabin could affect the electrical operation of the airbag module which could lead to an unexpected deployment of the airbag.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to add additional sealant to the body interfaces and if required to replace any interior components damaged by the water ingress.
Wheel bolts may be loose
Wheel bolts may not be tight enough, causing steering wheel vibration. Wheels may become damaged or, in extreme cases, detach and cause loss of control. The remedy is to check bolt tightness and correct it as needed; bolts or wheels may need replacing.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WHEEL MAY DETACH
- Defect
- It has been identified that the wheel bolts may not have been tightened to the correct specification. The driver may experience a vibration through the steering wheel. However it not rectified there is a risk that the wheels may become damaged over time or the wheel could in extreme cases could detach from the vehicle whilst driving. This could cause loss of control of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to check the tightness of the road wheel bolts and rectify as necessary. In certain cases the replacement of the bolt(s) and wheel(s) may be necessary.
Fuel filler neck may leak
An incorrectly installed fuel filler neck may allow fuel to leak when the tank is filled to maximum or if the vehicle rolls over. The filler neck will be checked and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK AROUND FUEL FILLER NECK
- Defect
- It has been identified that the fuel filler neck assembly may not have been correctly installed at production. This can therefore result in a fuel leak from around the fuel filler area if the fuel tank is filled to maxumum or can fuel leak if the vehicle rolls over..
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to check fuel filler neck and rework/rectify if required.
Water ingress may cause unintended airbag deployment
Nonconforming body seals may let water into the passenger compartment and affect passenger airbag operation, potentially causing unintended deployment. Extra sealant will be added, and wet or water-damaged components replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- UNEXPECTED AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles a possible nonconformity of certain seals on the vehicle�s body could lead to water ingress in the passenger compartment. This may affect the operation of the passenger air bag. Unintended deployment is possible.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles add extra sealant and replace wet or water damaged components.
Front shock absorber retaining bolts may loosen
The front shock absorber retaining bolts may come loose and adversely affect steering control. The bolts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFORT DUE TO AIR IN THE SERVO
- Defect
- The bolts retaining the front shock absorber could come loose. This may adversely affect the steering control of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles replace the front shock absorber retaining bolts.
Driver airbag may not deploy correctly
The driver's airbag inflator may not meet specification, so the airbag may not deploy correctly in a crash. 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
Fuel heater may cause a fuel leak
A defective fuel heater may overheat its electrical connector, distort the cover and let air into the fuel circuit, making the engine difficult or impossible to start. A diesel leak may also develop. The cover will be replaced and the connector inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK
- Defect
- The fuel heating device integrated in to the diesel fuel filter cover may be defective and allow heat to build up within the electrical supply connector causing the cover to distort and air to enter the fuel circuit. This could make the vehicles difficult to start and a warning light will be illuminated on the dash board. The engine could be difficult or not possible to start. In the worst cases a diesel fuel leak could eventually appear.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel heater cover. Additionally the electrical connector will be inspected and where necessary replaced.
Fuel leak-off pipe may become insecure
The fuel leak-off pipe may become loose at the injector connection, allowing fuel to leak and collect in the engine compartment. The connection will be inspected and the pipe fixing replaced with new adhesive if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK
- Defect
- On affected vehicles; Under certain conditions the fuel leak off pipe may become insecure at the connection to the injector. If this happens fuel may leak form the connection. Fuel may accumulate in the engine compartment and vehicle users will be aware of a smell of fuel.
- Remedy
- Inspect connection on affected vehicles and where necessary replace the fuel leak off return pipe fixing with new adhesive.
Front brake discs may reduce braking efficiency
Front brake discs may be thinner than required, which could reduce braking efficiency. The discs will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
- Defect
- On certain vehicles the front brake discs may not be the required thickness for the vehicle definition. This concern may result in reduced braking efficiency.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front brake discs.
Wiper motor may stop working
An internal fault may cause the wiper motor to stop, including while the wipers are in use. Dealers will check the motor's manufacturing date and add an earth wiring harness if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL
- Defect
- An internal fault with the wiper motor could cause it to stop working. In some rare cases the windscreen wipers may stop working while in operation.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and check the manufacturing date of the wiper motor and add a supplementary earth wiring harness if necessary.
Steering column link bolt may be too loose
The steering column link bolt may be incorrectly tightened, allowing movement between the steering wheel and shaft. A rattle may warn the driver; if ignored, steering control could be reduced. The bolt will be checked and retightened if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIAL FOR REDUCED STEERING CONTROL
- Defect
- The steering column link bolt which retains the steering wheel to the steering column may not have been tighten to the correct specification. This can result in a gradual increase in movement between the steering wheel and shaft with an associated rattle. This should identify the issue to the driver however if the driver does not heed this warning then the steering control of the vehicle could be reduced.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required re-torque the steering column link bolt.
Front tyre may rip and deflate
The front left tyre may have localised tread or inner-side damage from transport. It may rip and deflate. The tyre will be visually checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- TYRE MAY DEFLATE
- Defect
- Some tyres may have suffered superficial damage when the vehicle was being transported. The front Left hand tyre may have localised damage on the tread or the inner side. The tyre may rip and deflate.
- Remedy
- Carry out a visual check of the condition of the tyre in the affected areas and replace the tyre if necessary.
Cylinder head fault may cause an oil leak
A manufacturing fault in the cylinder head may cause an oil leak. The cylinder head will be checked and replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- OIL MAY LEAK
- Defect
- In rare cases on the concerned engines a possible manufacturing nonconformity of the cylinder head may lead to an oil leak.
- Remedy
- Check and replace cylinder head.
Power steering wiring may be damaged
The power steering motor wiring may contact other engine bay components, which could affect power steering assistance. Protection will be fitted to the wiring harness.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL.
- Defect
- It is possible that the wiring harness for the power assisted steering motor may come in contact with other components in the engine bay. Should this occur then it is possible that the power steering assistance on this large vehicle may become affected.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and fit protection to the wiring harness.
Fuel return pipe may wear through
The fuel return pipe may rub against the diesel filter support and wear through, potentially causing a fuel leak. Protection will be added to the pipe to prevent wear.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK
- Defect
- On some 2.0 l HDI vehicles potential contact between the fuel return pipe and the diesel filter support may eventually cause the pipe to become worn through friction.
- Remedy
- The manufacturer has requested that some protection be added to the pipe to ensure its long-term resistance to wear.
Brake vacuum pump valve may reduce assistance
In rare circumstances, the brake vacuum pump one-way valve may not work correctly, reducing braking assistance. The valve will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
- Defect
- In very rare circumstances the vacuum pump one way valve may not function correctly which could affect the level of braking assistance.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the brake vacuum pump one way valve.
Exterior lights may switch off without warning
The lighting system may fail to detect the control ring position, causing the exterior lights to switch off without warning. The lighting management software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
- Defect
- It has been identified that the position of the exterior lighting control ring may not be detected by the lighting management system and the lights may switch off without warning.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.
Brake linkage rod may reduce braking efficiency
The threaded portion of the brake linkage rod may not meet requirements, reducing braking efficiency. The rod will be checked and replaced if it does not conform.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE COMPROMISED
- Defect
- The threaded portion of the brake linkage rod in the brake control system may not be to conformity. This could result in a reduction of braking efficiency.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles to check rod and replace if found not to meet conformity.
Water ingress may reduce rear braking
Water may enter the brake drums and cause premature brake lining wear, reducing braking effort at the rear wheels. A seal will be fitted to the handbrake cable and the affected brake linings replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED
- Defect
- It has been identified that water may ingress the brake drums causing premature brake lining wear. Should this occur the brake effort produced by the rear wheels may be reduced.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have a seal fitted to the handbrake cable and the subject brake linings replaced.
Fuel return pipe may wear and leak
The fuel return pipe may rub against the engine shield and wear, potentially causing a fuel leak. An additional fastener will prevent contact, and the pipe will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK
- Defect
- It has been identified that the possibility exists that contact between the fuel return pipe and the engine shield may take place inside the engine compartment. Should this occur wear on the pipe would ensue which in the worst case; would result in a fuel leak.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will be fitted with an additional fastener to ensure that contact is not made and if necessary the fuel return pipe will be replaced.
Lights may switch off unexpectedly
The lighting management system may misread the lighting switch position, causing the lights to cut out. The exterior lighting software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LIGHTS MAY SWITCH OFF UNEXPECTEDLY
- Defect
- In rare cases the lighting management system may incorrectly detect the lighting switch ring position which may cause the lights to cut out.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and download new version of vehicle exterior lighting software
Accelerator pedal may not return when released
A fault may prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to its initial position. The pedal mechanism will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY NOT RETURN WHEN RELEASED
- Defect
- The throttle pedal may not return to its initial position as a result of a nonconformity to specification.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the pedal mechanism.
Brake vacuum pump may reduce braking efficiency
A fault in the brake vacuum pump may harden the brake pedal and reduce braking efficiency. Dealers will replace the pump.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE
- Defect
- It has been identified that on the specified vehicles a fault may develop with the brake vacuum pump. This can result in hardening of the brake pedal with an attendant loss of braking efficiency.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the vacuum pump replaced.
Power steering assistance may be lost
The earth connection for the electric power steering may need reinforcement to provide the correct electrical supply and prevent loss of steering assistance. The steering capacity is not altered. The connection will be reinforced as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POTENTIAL LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE
- Defect
- It has been identified that the earthing terminal for the electrical power assisted steering assembly may require reinforcing. This is necessary in order to provide the correct electrical supply to the power steering assembly and to prevent possible loss of steering assistance. In any case the vehicle's steering capacity is not altered.
- Remedy
- Recalled vehicles will have the power steering earth connection reinforced as necessary.
Seat belt may lock too slowly
The seat belt locking action may be slower than designed. The remedy is to check the seat belts' manufacture dates and replace them where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- SEAT BELT BRACING ACTION MAY BE AFFECTED
- Defect
- The seat belt locking action may not be as fast as it is designed to be.
- Remedy
- Recall the vehicles that may be affected to check the date of manufacture of the seat belts and where necessary replace the seat belts.
Engine support yoke may fail
A weak lower engine mounting point may cause significant engine vibration, which could cause the right-hand drive shaft to come adrift. The engine support yoke will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE SUPPORT YOKE WELD MAY FAIL.
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the lower engine mounting point is weak. This may lead to significant engine vibration which in turn could result in the right hand drive shaft coming adrift.
- Remedy
- Examine and replace the engine support yoke where found necessary.
Tyres may have been damaged during fitting
The tyres may have been damaged when fitted to the wheel rims at the factory. All five tyres will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO TYRES
- Defect
- There is a risk that the tyres may have been damaged during fitting onto the wheel rim at the factory.
- Remedy
- Replace all five tyres.
Water may reduce braking assistance and affect engine
In wet conditions, water may enter the engine management solenoid circuit, causing engine problems and reducing brake pedal assistance if it reaches the brake vacuum circuit. The solenoid valves will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced with sealed parts.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE REDUCTION IN BRAKING ASSISTANCE PLUS ENGINE OPERATING PROBLEMS.
- Defect
- In adverse wet weather conditions water may enter the engine management solenoid valve operating circuit. This could result in engine operating problems and a reduction in power assistance to the brake pedal if the water enters the brake vacuum circuit via the solenoid valves.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles to examine and if necessary replace the engine management solenoid valves with ones sealed against the ingress of water.
Brake pipe unions may crack and leak fluid
Brake pipe unions may crack, causing gradual brake fluid loss and reduced braking efficiency. The unions will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- POSSIBLE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID
- Defect
- There is a risk of internal cracking of the 4-way brake pipe unions ( non- ABS models) or the 2 x 4 - way brake pipe unions ( ABS models). This could result in a gradual loss of brake fluid and reduced braking efficiency.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles and replace the four way brake pipe unions.
Brake vacuum pump drive pin may wear and fail
Premature wear may cause the brake vacuum pump drive pin to fail, resulting in loss of power assistance at the brake pedal. The drive pin will be replaced with a quality-assured part.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VACUUM PUMP DRIVE PIN
- Defect
- Brake vacuum pump drive pin may fail as a result of premature wear. This could result in a loss of power assistance at the brake pedal.
- Remedy
- Recall affected vehicles to fit a quality assured replacement drive pin to the brake vacuum pump.
Handbrake may release unexpectedly
A manufacturing defect may cause the handbrake to release from its applied position. The handbrake assembly will be replaced with a quality-assured unit.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- INADVERTENT RELEASE OF THE HANDBRAKE
- Defect
- Due to manufacturing defect the handbrake can be inadvertently released from its applied position.
- Remedy
- Recall the affected vehicles and replace the original handbrake assembly with a quality assured unit.
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.