Every Caterham Safety Recall In The UK, By Model And Year, With What Each Fault Means And How To Get It Fixed
Caterham has 8 UK safety recalls in DVSA records, including 0 since 2020. The most common recent faults involve suspension, brakes and steering. Enter your registration to check your Caterham; you won't usually pay for a recall repair at a franchised Caterham dealer.1
Which Car Is It?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
Latest Caterham Recalls
These are the newest Caterham recalls registered with DVSA, newest first.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seven 620RThrottle may stick when engine is hot | 41 | Low | R/2016/006 | |
| CSR, S3, SVThrottle pedal may detach | 147 | Book soon | R/2014/062 | |
| S3, SVPossibility of loss of steering | 30 | Urgent | R/2013/154 | |
| SVBraking may be reduced | 103 | Urgent | R/2012/136 | |
| S3, SVRear brake may not perform correctly | 234 | Urgent | R/2011/164 | |
| Super 7Possible rear hub and brake caliper detachment | 160 | Urgent | R/2010/011 | |
| Super 7Steering may fail | 16 | Urgent | R/2007/115 | |
| Super 7Suspension may collapse | 38 | Book soon | R/2006/191 |
Open any reference for the build dates covered, the fix and what to do. Urgency labels follow our published rules.
Caterham Recalls By Model
Choose your model to see only its recalls. The Seven 620R has the most Caterham recall references since 2015.
- Seven 620R1
A recall can cover only certain build dates or engines, so confirm with Caterham by VIN. See where to find your VIN.
How Many Recalls Has Caterham Had?
Since 2020 Caterham has launched 0 UK recalls.
A higher count doesn't mean a car is less reliable: it reflects the size of the range, how vans are counted and how readily a maker recalls. See which car makes have the most recalls.
The Most Common Caterham Recall Faults
Recent Caterham recalls most often involve suspension, brakes and steering.
A recall can involve more than one type of fault, so the rows overlap. 0% of Caterham recalls include a software update, often done in under an hour. Each fault type links to a page explaining the warning signs and what to do.
Biggest Caterham Recalls Since 2020
The largest recent Caterham recall is R/2011/164 (rear brake may not perform correctly), covering about 234 vehicle-records.
No recalls match in DVSA’s data.
Vehicle-records are the manufacturer's estimates, and one car can appear in several recalls.
How To Get A Caterham Recall Fixed
Book with any franchised Caterham dealer using your VIN and the campaign code on your letter. The work is normally free, and the dealer records it with Caterham.1
Use the contact page on Caterham's UK website, or ask any franchised Caterham dealer. Have your VIN, registration, mileage and the code from your letter ready. See manufacturer recall helplines and how long a recall repair takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Caterham Recalls Free?
Yes. You won't usually pay for a safety recall repair.1 See do you have to pay for a recall?.
Do Caterham Recalls Expire?
No. A recall stays in force for any car that wasn't fixed, even after it is closed for reporting.2 See do car recalls expire?.
Can I Drive My Caterham With An Open Recall?
Follow your letter. Most recalls let you drive until the repair; a stop-drive notice doesn't. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
What Does The Code On My Caterham Letter Mean?
It is Caterham's campaign reference. Look it up with our recall code lookup.
Data: DVSA vehicle recall data (Open Government Licence v3.0), updated 15 October 2026.
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.
- Code timelines: Producers normally respond to DVSA within 28 days (5.5); DVSA reviews are typically monthly (5.4). DVSA must be notified "as soon as the safety defect has been confirmed" (6.1). 3 notifications per motorist is seen as reasonable (8.3). Response rates are reported every three months (11.1).