LEVC TX4 Recall RSPV/2011/003: Handbrake May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 31 Mar 2011
- Launched
- 591
- vehicles in the UK
- 103
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
LEVC recalled TX4 vehicles built between 30 August 2010 and 8 December 2010. The handbrake cable may detach from the handbrake lever due to an issue with the quality of the weld on the cable pivot post and the lever. The dealer will replace the handbrake lever plus associated components. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The handbrake cable may detach from the handbrake lever due to an issue with the quality of the weld on the cable pivot post and the lever. In the worst case this could cause a release of the handbrake.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL Defect: It is possible that the handbrake cable may detach from the handbrake lever due to an issue with the quality of the weld on the cable pivot post and the lever. In the worst case this could cause a release of the handbrake. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace the handbrake lever plus associated components.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause a release of the handbrake.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the handbrake lever plus associated components.
Are You Affected?
TX4 built between 30 August 2010 and 8 December 2010 may be included. LEVC estimates 591 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 campaign code 103 or the DVSA reference RSPV/2011/003. 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 | |
| TX4Short circuit may occur | Urgent | RSPV/2008/028 | |
| 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/2008/028 on 9 Jan 2009, for short circuit may occur. The one launched after it was RSPV/2011/005 on 23 May 2011, for steering drop arm may become loose. You can also see every LEVC recall and all recalls launched in 2011.
Source: DVSA recall RSPV/2011/003, launched 31 March 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.