Caterham S3, SV Recall R/2011/164: Rear Brake May Not Perform Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Dec 2011
- Launched
- 234
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2011/164
- DVSA reference
Caterham recalled S3, SV vehicles built between 26 June 2011 and 25 November 2011. The pistons in the rear brake calliper may become sticky in operation after application of the footbrake or parking brake. The recall notice describes the fix as: the fitment of an alternative brake calliper. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The pistons in the rear brake calliper may become sticky in operation after application of the footbrake or parking brake. This in extreme conditions could have an affect on the vehicles braking or handling performance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR BRAKE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY Defect: It has been identified that the pistons in the rear brake calliper may become sticky in operation after application of the footbrake or parking brake. This in extreme conditions could have an affect on the vehicles braking or handling performance. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles for the fitment of an alternative brake calliper.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear brake may not perform correctly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the fitment of an alternative brake calliper.
Are You Affected?
S3, SV built between 26 June 2011 and 25 November 2011 may be included. Caterham estimates 234 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Caterham, 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 Caterham.
- Book with any franchised Caterham dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2011/164. See how to get a Caterham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSR, S3, SVThrottle pedal may detach | Book soon | R/2014/062 | |
| S3, SVPossibility of loss of steering | Urgent | R/2013/154 | |
| SVBraking may be reduced | Urgent | R/2012/136 | |
| Super 7Possible rear hub and brake caliper detachment | Urgent | R/2010/011 |
This is one of 8 Caterham recalls in DVSA’s data. The Caterham recall launched before it was R/2010/011 on 10 Mar 2010, for possible rear hub and brake caliper detachment. The one launched after it was R/2012/136 on 4 Dec 2012, for braking may be reduced. You can also see every Caterham recall, all recalls launched in 2011 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/164, launched 8 December 2011. 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.