Every UK Car Recall In 1992, With The Biggest Recalls And The Most Common Faults
DVSA's data lists 23 car and light van recalls launched in 1992, covering about 224,824 vehicle-records. The year after is listed under 1993.
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1992 At A Glance
- 23
- recalls launched in 1992
- 224,824
- vehicle-records recalled in 1992
of 1992's recalls included a software update. Vehicle-records are the manufacturers' estimates added together, and one car can appear in several recalls. See how we count.
The Biggest Recalls Of 1992
The ten largest recalls launched in 1992, by vehicle-records.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Escort, OrionInsecurity of front towing eye | 86,584 | Low | R/1992/059 | |
| Ford Granada, ScorpioOwners handbook supplement regarding use of jack | 68,410 | Low | R/1992/015 | |
| Volvo 700 SeriesPossible chafing of ignition lock cable harness | 20,452 | Urgent | R/1992/003 | |
| Ford Granada, ScorpioPossible chafing of battery cable | 9,465 | Urgent | R/1992/049 | |
| BMW 3 SeriesPossible chafing of the battery cable | 8,700 | Urgent | R/1992/013 | |
| Volkswagen GolfPossible insecurity of the wiring loom | 6,895 | Urgent | R/1992/024 | |
| Vauxhall CavalierPossible tyre failure | 5,966 | Book soon | R/1992/063 | |
| Volkswagen Caravelle, TransporterSteering rack and lower wishbone fastenings and chafing of the light switch harness | 3,066 | Urgent | R/1992/032 | |
| Ford EscortFracture of horn bracket | 3,007 | Urgent | R/1992/018 | |
| Volvo 400 SeriesChafing of injector cable harness | 2,913 | Urgent | R/1992/041 |
Recalls By Month
Monthly totals rise and fall with large campaigns, which manufacturers often register as several references on the same day.
The Most Common Faults In 1992
- Fire risk8
- Steering5
- Wheels and tyres3
- Brakes2
- Suspension2
- Fuel leaks1
A recall can involve more than one type of fault, so the rows overlap. Each fault type links to a page with warning signs and what to do.
Every Recall In 1992
23 recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall CavalierPossible tyre failure | 5,966 | Book soon | R/1992/063 | |
| Volvo 800 SeriesInadequate welding of towbar | 79 | Low | RCOMP/92/002 | |
| Porsche 911Cruise control ball joint failure | 192 | Low | R/1993/012 | |
| Ford Escort, OrionInsecurity of front towing eye | 86,584 | Low | R/1992/059 | |
| Audi 100Vacuum pump failure | 684 | Urgent | R/1992/043 | |
| Vauxhall FronteraLack of weld penetration of roadwheel seam welds | 1,059 | Book soon | R/1992/052 | |
| Ford Granada, ScorpioBattery cable terminal may touch the starter motor solenoid | 139 | Urgent | R/1992/058 | |
| Peugeot 205, 309Driveshaft nuts may slacken | 1,009 | Low | R/1992/054 | |
| Ford Granada, ScorpioPossible chafing of battery cable | 9,465 | Urgent | R/1992/049 | |
| Volvo 400 SeriesChafing of injector cable harness | 2,913 | Urgent | R/1992/041 | |
| Ferrari MondialPossible leakage from flexible fuel piping | 374 | Urgent | R/1992/031 | |
| Ford Escort, OrionBrake pipes chafing | 2,041 | Urgent | R/1992/038 | |
| Volkswagen Caravelle, TransporterSteering rack and lower wishbone fastenings and chafing of the light switch harness | 3,066 | Urgent | R/1992/032 | |
| Peugeot ExpressInadvertent release of the handbrake | 685 | Low | R/1992/027 | |
| Volkswagen GolfPossible insecurity of the wiring loom | 6,895 | Urgent | R/1992/024 | |
| Jaguar XJSLeakage from power steering hose | 128 | Urgent | R/1992/019 | |
| Ford EscortFracture of horn bracket | 3,007 | Urgent | R/1992/018 | |
| Ford Granada, ScorpioOwners handbook supplement regarding use of jack | 68,410 | Low | R/1992/015 | |
| BMW 3 SeriesPossible chafing of the battery cable | 8,700 | Urgent | R/1992/013 | |
| Citroën ZXClutch lever may foul engine wiring | 1,632 | Low | R/1992/002 | |
| Audi 80Possible failure of front suspension bolts | 700 | Urgent | R/1992/009 | |
| Volvo 700 SeriesPossible chafing of ignition lock cable harness | 20,452 | Urgent | R/1992/003 | |
| Renault EspaceLocking of front seat pivot mechanism | 644 | Low | R/1992/007 |
Recalls from 1992 still apply to any car that wasn't fixed.1 See do car recalls expire? and the latest UK car recalls.
Data: DVSA vehicle recall data (Open Government Licence v3.0), updated 15 October 2026.
Sources
- 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).