BYD K8SR Recall R/2017/030: Steering May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 May 2017
- Launched
- 5
- vehicles in the UK
- SAUK-K8SR-1
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
BYD recalled K8SR vehicles built between 1 August 2015 and 30 December 2015. The material used to manufacturer the Pitman arm from is not to the correct specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: the replacement of the pitman arm with a new quality enhanced item. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The material used to manufacturer the Pitman arm from is not to the correct specification. This can cause wear of the arm and lead to possible detachment of the drag link which could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING MAY FAIL Defect: It has been identified that the material used to manufacturer the Pitman arm from is not to the correct specification. This can cause wear of the arm and lead to possible detachment of the drag link which could lead to loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all vehicles for the replacement of the pitman arm with a new quality enhanced item.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause wear of the arm and lead to possible detachment of the drag link which could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the replacement of the pitman arm with a new quality enhanced item.
Are You Affected?
K8SR built between 1 August 2015 and 30 December 2015 may be included. BYD estimates 5 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with BYD, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with BYD.
- Book with any franchised BYD dealer, quoting the campaign code SAUK-K8SR-1 or the DVSA reference R/2017/030. See how to get a BYD recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8UR, K8SR, K8UR, K9URHigh voltage emergency shutdown can be overridden by intelligent charging | Urgent | R/2024/235 | |
| B11E02, B12E04Steering box mating surfaces contaminated with Anti-Corrosion paint | Urgent | R/2026/003 | |
| D9UR, K8UR, K9URSteering wheel may be adjusted whilst driving | Urgent | R/2017/082 |
This is one of 7 BYD recalls in DVSA’s data. The one launched after it was R/2017/082 on 8 May 2017, for steering wheel may be adjusted whilst driving. You can also see every BYD recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/030, launched 8 May 2017. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.