UK Car Recalls 2011: Full List & Biggest Recalls

DVSA's data lists 154 car and light van recalls launched in 2011, covering about 1,301,832 vehicle-records. That compares with 165 in 2010. The year after is listed under 2012.

2011 At A Glance

154
recalls launched in 2011: 1,301,832
vehicle-records recalled in 2011: 8%
of 2011 recalls fixed by a software update

8% of 2011'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 2011

The ten largest recalls launched in 2011, by vehicle-records.

Launched	Vehicle and fault	Vehicles	Severity	Reference
19 Sep 2011	Vauxhall CorsaBraking performance may be reduced	405,690	Urgent	R/2011/110
24 Jan 2011	Honda JazzHeadlights may not illuminate correctly	136,329	Urgent	R/2010/228
31 Oct 2011	Peugeot 207Pedals may be obstructed	90,087	Low	R/2011/145
1 Dec 2011	Volvo C30, C70, S40, V50Fluid may leak into wiring harness which may cause fire	53,203	Urgent	R/2011/163
13 Jun 2011	Nissan NavaraPossible wheel detachment	35,630	Book soon	R/2011/057
7 Sep 2011	Volvo C30, C70, S40, V50Clutch pedal mechanism may fail	35,587	Stop driving	R/2011/127
15 Dec 2011	Volkswagen EOS, Golf, Passat, Scirocco and 2 moreFuel may leak	33,719	Urgent	R/2011/169
10 Jan 2011	Suzuki SwiftSteering control could be lost	26,765	Urgent	R/2010/160
13 Jul 2011	Ford Cmax, FocusRisk of fire	26,586	Urgent	R/2011/067
17 Jun 2011	Citroën C3 PicassoPassenger may influence brake operation	24,213	Urgent	R/2011/061

Recalls By Month

Highest: May (15). Latest: Dec (15). Source: DVSA recall data.

Monthly totals rise and fall with large campaigns, which manufacturers often register as several references on the same day.

The Most Common Faults In 2011

Fire risk24
Loss of power22
Fuel leaks21
Steering20
Brakes20
Wheels and tyres16
Suspension14
Airbags9
Doors and latches8
Visibility6
Software5
Seat belts3
Lighting3
Emissions1

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 2011

MakeFaultSeverity

151 recalls

Launched	Vehicle and fault	Vehicles	Severity	Reference
23 Dec 2011	Volvo S80, V70, XC60, XC70Engine may loose drive and power steering assistance	7,302	Urgent	R/2011/175
16 Dec 2011	Toyota VersoPanoramic roof glass may detach	3,205	Low	R/2011/149
15 Dec 2011	Škoda Octavia, Superb, YetiFuel may leak	1,867	Urgent	R/2011/171
15 Dec 2011	Audi A3Fuel may leak	1,825	Urgent	R/2011/170
15 Dec 2011	Volkswagen EOS, Golf, Passat, Scirocco and 2 moreFuel may leak	33,719	Urgent	R/2011/169
15 Dec 2011	SEAT Altea, LeonFuel may leak	65	Urgent	R/2011/168
15 Dec 2011	Peugeot 207Engine may cut out	106	Urgent	R/2011/167
12 Dec 2011	Audi A6Curtain airbag may not inflate	11	Urgent	R/2012/014
12 Dec 2011	Ford FiestaFumes may enter the passenger compartment	5,857	Urgent	R/2011/158
9 Dec 2011	Citroën C3, DS3Suspension fixings may loosen	7	Book soon	R/2011/165
8 Dec 2011	Caterham S3, SVRear brake may not perform correctly	234	Urgent	R/2011/164
8 Dec 2011	Citroën C4Pedal bracket may fail	2	Low	R/2011/161
5 Dec 2011	Mercedes-Benz S ClassFront seat belt height adjusters may fail	33	Urgent	R/2011/151
5 Dec 2011	Mercedes-Benz SprinterControl may be lost	9	Book soon	R/2011/142
1 Dec 2011	Volvo C30, C70, S40, V50Fluid may leak into wiring harness which may cause fire	53,203	Urgent	R/2011/163
30 Nov 2011	Honda CivicShort circuit may occur	13,183	Urgent	R/2011/144
29 Nov 2011	Volkswagen CrafterAirbag may not deploy	55	Urgent	R/2012/013
29 Nov 2011	Peugeot 207Engine may cut out	608	Urgent	R/2011/157
28 Nov 2011	Chevrolet CruzeEngine may stall	810	Urgent	R/2011/160
24 Nov 2011	Citroën C3, DS3Engine may cut out	589	Urgent	R/2011/156
17 Nov 2011	BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, Alpina and 2 moreShort circuit may occur	557	Urgent	R/2011/147
11 Nov 2011	Rolls-Royce GhostShort circuit may occur	170	Urgent	R/2011/148
11 Nov 2011	Vauxhall MontereyEngine speed may increase unintentionally	4	Low	R/2011/143
8 Nov 2011	Chrysler Grand VoyagerBraking performance may be affected	321	Urgent	R/2011/140
3 Nov 2011	Ford F SeriesRisk of fire	967	Urgent	R/2011/124
31 Oct 2011	Peugeot 207Pedals may be obstructed	90,087	Low	R/2011/145
31 Oct 2011	Mercedes-Benz ML ClassCruise control may fail to deactivate	20,276	Urgent	R/2011/131
24 Oct 2011	Fiat DucatoRear axle may move	8	Book soon	R/2011/139
24 Oct 2011	Mercedes-Benz CLS, E ClassSteering may become heavy	316	Urgent	R/2011/116
21 Oct 2011	Peugeot ExpertOil may leak	4	Low	R/2011/141
21 Oct 2011	Mercedes-Benz CLSPassenger air bag may not deploy correctly	1,279	Urgent	R/2011/117
14 Oct 2011	Alfa Romeo 8CRear wheels may lock up	7	Book soon	R/2011/138
14 Oct 2011	Mitsubishi OutlanderRear wheel and hub may detach	174	Book soon	R/2011/099
12 Oct 2011	BMW 6 SeriesPedestrian safety system may not perform correctly	520	Book soon	R/2011/132
11 Oct 2011	Citroën C3, DS3Airbag may not deploy correctly	25	Urgent	R/2011/137
7 Oct 2011	Fiat ScudoPower assistance to steering may be lost	387	Urgent	R/2011/130
5 Oct 2011	Honda CR-ZUnexpected vehicle behaviour if engine stalls	3,045	Urgent	R/2011/126
5 Oct 2011	BMW 1 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3 and 2 moreRisk of fire	21,923	Urgent	R/2011/123
3 Oct 2011	Volvo S80, V70, XC60, XC70Possibility of loss of drive	9,936	Urgent	R/2011/135
3 Oct 2011	Maserati GranturismoRear wheels may lock up	15	Book soon	R/2011/134
22 Sep 2011	Jaguar X TypeCruise control may remain engaged	17,659	Low	R/2011/108
19 Sep 2011	Vauxhall Corsa DHandbrake may fail	12,267	Urgent	R/2011/128
19 Sep 2011	Vauxhall CorsaBraking performance may be reduced	405,690	Urgent	R/2011/110
19 Sep 2011	Vauxhall MovanoRear wheel bearing may shear	190	Book soon	R/2011/103
19 Sep 2011	Suzuki Wagon R+Fuel may leak	3,405	Urgent	R/2011/088
15 Sep 2011	Vauxhall AgilaFuel may leak	16,332	Urgent	R/2011/089
13 Sep 2011	Toyota YarisBody trim may cause injury	10,587	Urgent	R/2011/090
9 Sep 2011	Chrysler Grand Voyager, JourneyEngine may cut out	539	Urgent	R/2011/091
7 Sep 2011	Volvo C30, C70, S40, V50Clutch pedal mechanism may fail	35,587	Stop driving	R/2011/127
5 Sep 2011	Maserati QuattroporteLoss of vehicle control	131	Low	R/2011/115
2 Sep 2011	Citroën C3, C3 Picasso, DS3Engine may cut out	9,175	Urgent	R/2011/120
2 Sep 2011	Fiat DucatoSpare wheel may detach	8,704	Book soon	R/2011/098
1 Sep 2011	Renault ClioValve cotter fault could lead to destruction of the engine	3,308	Low	R/2011/118
1 Sep 2011	Peugeot 207Engine may cut out	4,831	Urgent	R/2011/111
31 Aug 2011	Citroën Dispatch IIIFire may occur	2	Urgent	R/2011/114
31 Aug 2011	Honda CR-VPower steering assistance may fail	546	Urgent	R/2011/096
30 Aug 2011	Citroën C3Tailgate may not secure correctly	34	Book soon	R/2011/113
30 Aug 2011	Peugeot 5008Rear door window mechanism may overheat	5,248	Urgent	R/2011/109
26 Aug 2011	Fiat Combi-Cargo, DobloAirbag may deploy unitentionally	1,074	Urgent	R/2011/095
24 Aug 2011	Mercedes-Benz Viano, VitoFire may occur	2,924	Urgent	R/2011/068
22 Aug 2011	Mercedes-Benz SprinterMisleading instrument cluster information and ESP functions	118	Urgent	R/2011/107
22 Aug 2011	Audi R8Fuel may leak	483	Urgent	R/2011/100
18 Aug 2011	BMW M3Rear window pane may detach	17	Book soon	R/2011/105
17 Aug 2011	Renault MasterRear wheel bearing may shear	218	Book soon	R/2011/102
11 Aug 2011	Citroën C3May cause damage to drive belts	1,057	Low	R/2011/104
6 Aug 2011	Chrysler Cherokee, Dodge Caliber, Grand Voyager, Jeep Compass and 4 moreSteering column performance during an impact may be compromised	25	Urgent	R/2011/081
5 Aug 2011	Lexus Lexus RX 400HVehicle may loose power	4,007	Low	R/2011/076
3 Aug 2011	Chevrolet CorvetteRoof panel may detach	315	Low	R/2011/045
26 Jul 2011	Volvo S80Fire may occur	82	Urgent	R/2011/097
21 Jul 2011	Citroën RelaySpare wheel may detach	13,095	Book soon	R/2011/093
21 Jul 2011	Peugeot BoxerSpare wheel may detach	13,953	Book soon	R/2011/092
20 Jul 2011	Volvo S60, S80, V60, V70Loss of power steering fluid	213	Urgent	R/2011/094
18 Jul 2011	Chevrolet CorvetteBrakes may apply inadvertently	2,157	Urgent	R/2011/046
15 Jul 2011	Vauxhall MovanoSpare wheel may become detached	480	Book soon	R/2011/073
14 Jul 2011	Citroën C3Parking brake may not apply fully	3,773	Urgent	R/2011/087
13 Jul 2011	Ford Cmax, FocusRisk of fire	26,586	Urgent	R/2011/067
12 Jul 2011	Mazda 3Wiper motor may fail	11,354	Book soon	R/2011/071
11 Jul 2011	Peugeot 807, ExpertPower steering assistance may fail	1,577	Urgent	R/2011/083
11 Jul 2011	Citroën C8, Dispatch IIIPower steering assistance may fail	1,357	Urgent	R/2011/082
5 Jul 2011	Citroën C5Engine may stall	157	Urgent	R/2011/080
5 Jul 2011	Peugeot 407Engine may stall	51	Urgent	R/2011/079
5 Jul 2011	Renault MasterSpare wheel may become detached	1,318	Book soon	R/2011/074
4 Jul 2011	Honda Accord DieselEngine may fail	8,519	Low	R/2011/055
28 Jun 2011	Volvo C30, S40, V50Brakes may not perform as expected	18,989	Urgent	R/2011/075
27 Jun 2011	Toyota IQBraking efficiency could be reduced	12,167	Urgent	R/2011/066
27 Jun 2011	Toyota PriusSteering control could be affected	1,257	Urgent	R/2011/065
20 Jun 2011	Peugeot 107Suspension may fail	3	Book soon	R/2011/072
20 Jun 2011	Citroën C1Suspension may fail	6	Book soon	R/2011/070
20 Jun 2011	Mercedes-Benz SprinterPassenger seat may detach	23	Low	R/2011/050
17 Jun 2011	Citroën C3 PicassoPassenger may influence brake operation	24,213	Urgent	R/2011/061
16 Jun 2011	Mercedes-Benz Viano, VitoRisk of fire	10,805	Urgent	R/2011/042
13 Jun 2011	Nissan NavaraPossible wheel detachment	35,630	Book soon	R/2011/057
10 Jun 2011	Jaguar XF, XKPower assistance may be lost: fire risk	1,365	Urgent	R/2011/025
31 May 2011	Renault MeganePower assisted steering could fail	3	Urgent	R/2011/064
27 May 2011	Volvo S60Engine may stall	1	Urgent	R/2011/063
26 May 2011	Mazda 6Engine may fail	161	Low	R/2011/038
23 May 2011	LEVC TX4Steering drop arm may become loose	1,292	Urgent	RSPV/2011/005
20 May 2011	Citroën C3Brake servo may not conform to specification	22	Urgent	R/2011/062
18 May 2011	Ford Cmax, Galaxy, MondeoHeadlights and indicators may malfuntion	4	Book soon	R/2011/040
16 May 2011	Volvo XC90Power steering assistance could be lost and fluid may leak	4,992	Urgent	R/2011/059
12 May 2011	Chevrolet CruzeSeat belt mount may not be secure	62	Urgent	R/2011/058
9 May 2011	Porsche 911Wheel may detach	430	Book soon	R/2011/133
6 May 2011	Fiat ScudoFuel may leak	17	Urgent	R/2011/037
6 May 2011	Dodge JourneySide airbag may not deploy	1,371	Urgent	R/2011/022
5 May 2011	Volvo S80, V70Loss of power assisted steering and engine may stall	190	Urgent	R/2011/053
5 May 2011	Suzuki SwiftTyre may foul body	2	Book soon	R/2011/033
4 May 2011	Volvo S60Engine may stall	1	Urgent	R/2011/056
3 May 2011	Kia MegentisShift lever may not engage	87	Urgent	R/2011/030
29 Apr 2011	Renault MeganeAirbag may not deploy	337	Urgent	R/2011/051
18 Apr 2011	Citroën C4 PicassoElectric parking brake may malfunction	8,230	Urgent	R/2011/049
18 Apr 2011	Suzuki Grand VitaraDrive belt tensioner may break	2,690	Urgent	R/2011/010
12 Apr 2011	Honda CivicEngine may stall	583	Urgent	R/2011/021
8 Apr 2011	Jeep WranglerTow bar may detach	1,064	Low	R/2011/024
5 Apr 2011	Citroën C4Tailgate may operate incorrectly	10,844	Book soon	R/2011/039
4 Apr 2011	Land Rover DefenderParking brake efficiency can be affected	23,175	Urgent	R/2010/232
31 Mar 2011	LEVC TX4Handbrake may fail	591	Low	RSPV/2011/003
31 Mar 2011	Citroën C5Windscreen wiper motor may fail	4,271	Book soon	R/2011/032
28 Mar 2011	Fiat Abarth, Punto, Punto GrandeFire may occur	8,138	Urgent	R/2011/023
25 Mar 2011	Citroën C4Loss of power	5	Urgent	R/2011/029
23 Mar 2011	Volvo C30, S40, V50Support member may crack	325	Low	R/2011/031
23 Mar 2011	MG MG TFSuspension may fail	900	Book soon	R/2011/016
18 Mar 2011	Jeep WranglerBrakes may fail	1,291	Urgent	R/2010/225
14 Mar 2011	Honda CR-VDiesel fuel may leak from fuel pump	902	Urgent	R/2011/008
1 Mar 2011	Peugeot 207Brake fluid may leak	632	Urgent	R/2011/020
1 Mar 2011	Vauxhall VivaroHandbrake may fail	1,768	Low	R/2010/227
28 Feb 2011	Suzuki LT-A450, LT-A500, LT-A750Fuel may leak	695	Urgent	RSPV/2011/002
24 Feb 2011	Ford Grand CmaxSecond row seat recliner locking mechanism	3,458	Book soon	R/2011/013
22 Feb 2011	Citroën C4, C4 Picasso, C8, Dispatch IIIFuel may leak	33	Urgent	R/2011/018
22 Feb 2011	Peugeot 3008, 308, 5008, Expert and 1 moreFuel may leak	2,834	Urgent	R/2011/017
18 Feb 2011	Volvo C30, S40, V50Fire may occur	2,398	Urgent	R/2011/019
18 Feb 2011	Chrysler Grand VoyagerAirbag may deploy inadvertently	1,799	Urgent	R/2011/009
18 Feb 2011	Jeep CherokeeWindscreen wipers may fail	23	Book soon	R/2010/219
18 Feb 2011	Chrysler Grand VoyagerFire may occur	2,375	Urgent	R/2010/193
17 Feb 2011	Lexus Lexus IS250Fuel may leak	3,146	Urgent	R/2011/006
17 Feb 2011	Toyota AvensisFuel may leak	15,639	Urgent	R/2011/005
15 Feb 2011	Citroën C-CrosserShort circuit may occur	45	Urgent	R/2011/015
15 Feb 2011	Peugeot 4007Short circuit may occur	14	Urgent	R/2011/014
9 Feb 2011	Jaguar XJWiper arm could detach	2,319	Book soon	R/2010/207
31 Jan 2011	Peugeot 5008Short circuit may occur	3,270	Urgent	R/2011/007
24 Jan 2011	Honda JazzHeadlights may not illuminate correctly	136,329	Urgent	R/2010/228
18 Jan 2011	Subaru JustySteering control could be lost	1,184	Urgent	R/2010/194
17 Jan 2011	Citroën C3Rear seat security may fail in an impact	38	Low	R/2011/003
14 Jan 2011	Volvo S80, V70, XC60, XC70Engine may run on	4,787	Low	R/2011/002
14 Jan 2011	Vauxhall Astra, InsigniaWindow anti-trap may malfunction	1,291	Low	R/2010/202
10 Jan 2011	Nissan PrimastarHandbrake may fail	118	Low	R/2010/231
10 Jan 2011	Suzuki SwiftSteering control could be lost	26,765	Urgent	R/2010/160
7 Jan 2011	Mercedes-Benz C Class, E Class, M Class, R Class and 1 moreFuel may leak	2,972	Urgent	R/2010/205
6 Jan 2011	Renault MeganeCracked wheel hub**	61	Book soon	R/2010/230
4 Jan 2011	Mazda 5Engine may stall	1,518	Urgent	R/2010/217
4 Jan 2011	Vauxhall MovanoSeat belt may not perform correctly	352	Urgent	R/2010/188
4 Jan 2011	Vauxhall MovanoRear axle may detach	246	Book soon	R/2010/187

Recalls from 2011 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.

Every UK Car Recall In 2011, With The Biggest Recalls And The Most Common Faults

Which Car Is It?

2011 At A Glance

The Biggest Recalls Of 2011

Recalls By Month

The Most Common Faults In 2011

Every Recall In 2011

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