LEVC TX4 Recall RSPV/2008/028: Short Circuit May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Jan 2009
- Launched
- 531
- vehicles in the UK
- RSPV/2008/028
- DVSA reference
LEVC recalled TX4 vehicles. The battery/alternator positive lead connection has been found insecure in its crimped connector to the starter motor on a small number of vehicles. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to test the cable fixing and where necessary replace the entire positive lead. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The battery/alternator positive lead connection has been found insecure in its crimped connector to the starter motor on a small number of vehicles. This could cause prolonged engine cranking/difficulty in starting and if they detached from the starter motor during normal driving the engine would eventually loose power. It could also result in the cable electrically shorting against metalic components in the surrounding area.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR Defect: The battery/alternator positive lead connection has been found insecure in its crimped connector to the starter motor on a small number of vehicles. This could cause prolonged engine cranking/difficulty in starting and if they detached from the starter motor during normal driving the engine would eventually loose power. It could also result in the cable electrically shorting against metalic components in the surrounding area. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to test the cable fixing and where necessary replace the entire positive lead.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause prolonged engine cranking/difficulty in starting and if they detached from the starter motor during normal driving the engine would eventually loose power.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to test the cable fixing and where necessary replace the entire positive lead.
Are You Affected?
TX4 may be included. LEVC estimates 531 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with LEVC, 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 LEVC.
- Book with any franchised LEVC dealer, quoting the DVSA reference RSPV/2008/028. See how to get a LEVC 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TX4Clutch pedal may detach | Low | R/2012/125 | |
| TX4Steering box may fail | Stop driving | R/2012/121 | |
| TX4Steering drop arm may become loose | Urgent | RSPV/2011/005 | |
| TX4Handbrake may fail | Low | RSPV/2011/003 | |
| TX4Fire may occur | Urgent | RSPV/2008/019 |
This is one of 15 LEVC recalls in DVSA’s data. The LEVC recall launched before it was RSPV/2008/019 on 29 Sep 2008, for fire may occur. The one launched after it was RSPV/2011/003 on 31 Mar 2011, for handbrake may fail. You can also see every LEVC recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall RSPV/2008/028, launched 9 January 2009. 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.