Every UK Car Recall In 2018, With The Biggest Recalls And The Most Common Faults
DVSA's data lists 325 car and light van recalls launched in 2018, covering about 3,357,695 vehicle-records. That compares with 286 in 2017. The year after is listed under 2019.
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2018 At A Glance
- 325
- recalls launched in 2018
- 3,357,695
- vehicle-records recalled in 2018
- 19%
- of 2018 recalls fixed by a software update
19% of 2018'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 2018
The ten largest recalls launched in 2018, by vehicle-records.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1, Z4Plug in contact cable may malfunction | 311,848 | Book soon | R/2018/132 | |
| BMW 3 SeriesVariation to electrical resistance in the blower regulator wiring harness connector | 279,104 | Urgent | R/2018/148 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series and 8 moreExhaust gas recirculation module cooler could leak | 225,449 | Urgent | R/2018/341 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series and 5 moreExhaust gas recirculation cooler could potentially leak over time | 153,602 | Urgent | R/2018/258 | |
| Toyota Avensis, Corolla, VersoAir bag control module for the supplemental restraint system could be susceptible to internal shorting | 131,435 | Urgent | R/2018/306 | |
| Ford C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga and 2 moreClutch pressure plate may fracture | 122,199 | Urgent | R/2018/082 | |
| Audi A4, A5, Q5Auxilliary heater element in air conditioning may fail and/or overheat | 114,287 | Urgent | R/2018/051 | |
| Toyota Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, YarisFront passenger air bag inflators containing degraded propellant may result in an inflator rupture | 99,588 | Urgent | R/2018/307 | |
| Mazda MAZDA2Takata passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended | 89,746 | Urgent | R/2018/319 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E ClassElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 84,879 | Urgent | R/2018/006 |
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 2018
- Airbags64
- Fire risk44
- Brakes34
- Suspension34
- Software28
- Fuel leaks28
- Steering26
- Loss of power22
- Doors and latches19
- Wheels and tyres16
- Lighting12
- Other airbag inflators12
- Seat belts12
- Visibility12
- Emissions11
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 2018
325 recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907, Sprinter 910Post-collision brake function within ESP was not activated during production | 149 | Urgent | R/2018/264 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Citan 415Hole may appear in the heat shield connection at the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter housing | 7 | Low | R/2018/210 | |
| Lamborghini Gallardo, Gallardo SpyderVehicles might have followed a wrong procedure to perform the reflash of the engine software of the engine ECU | 258 | Low | R/2021/374 | |
| Ford FocusA brake pedal hinge bolt does not meet specification | 5,336 | Urgent | R/2018/375 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907An incorrect length linkage was mounted on the rotation angle sensor of the rear axle | 1 | Book soon | R/2018/372 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907The blind spot monitoring exit warning sub feature does not function as designed after the ignition is switched off | 8 | Low | R/2018/322 | |
| Ford GTRear wing (spoiler) valve block may leak hydraulic oil onto exhaust | 8 | Low | R/2018/291 | |
| Porsche PanameraElectric power steering may sporadically be unavailable for a limited period of time | 2,521 | Urgent | R/2018/373 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907, Sprinter 910Driver support and assist functions distronic hold drive away assist and rcta are not active or available in the ESP due to a software error | 37 | Urgent | R/2018/279 | |
| Ford MondeoThe tilt/slide roof opening panel glass s not correctly bonded to its mounting | 11 | Low | R/2018/257 | |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS, E ClassFront passenger seat occupant classification system calibration may not correspond to the specifications | 151 | Low | R/2018/296 | |
| Audi A6Rear fixed glass lid bonding may not meet correct specification | 59 | Low | R/2018/363 | |
| Toyota Avensis, Avensis Verso, Corolla, YarisFront passenger air bag inflators containing degraded propellant may result in an inflator rupture | 99,588 | Urgent | R/2018/307 | |
| Toyota Avensis, Corolla, VersoAir bag control module for the supplemental restraint system could be susceptible to internal shorting | 131,435 | Urgent | R/2018/306 | |
| Hyundai IloadRear sliding doors may close suddenly | 4 | Book soon | R/2018/298 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907, Sprinter 910Backlight illumination of the hazard warning push button switch is deactivated after approx 20 mins driving due to faulty software | 770 | Low | R/2018/265 | |
| Audi A4, A5Passenger airbag module bolts securing to the dash panel may be insufficiently tightened | 8 | Urgent | R/2018/365 | |
| BMW X3The screw at the bottom steering spindle connection may be incorrectly tightened | 53 | Urgent | R/2018/362 | |
| Škoda Karoq, OctaviaA welded connection of the rear seat bench may not have been correctly performed | 189 | Low | R/2018/357 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907Blind spot monitoring exit warning inoperable after ignition switched off | 31 | Low | R/2018/209 | |
| Citroën C1The bonding of the rear door window glass to the hinge assemblies may not conform to specification | 51,349 | Book soon | R/2018/359 | |
| Peugeot 107The bonding of the rear door window glass to the hinge assemblies may not conform to specification | 70,171 | Book soon | R/2018/358 | |
| SEAT AtecaPossible deviations in a weld in the rear seats | 2 | Low | R/2018/353 | |
| Volkswagen Atreon, Golf, Passat, T-RocRear seat bench welded connection may not be correctly performed | 4,027 | Low | R/2018/352 | |
| Vauxhall Astra KReduction in braking power where the brake pedal is applied slowly and constantly | 37,167 | Urgent | R/2018/332 | |
| Hyundai IoniqHybrid warning lamp eliminated on instrument cluster may indicate thermal damage to power relay assembly and power cable | 5,151 | Urgent | R/2018/297 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series and 8 moreExhaust gas recirculation module cooler could leak | 225,449 | Urgent | R/2018/341 | |
| Nissan Q30, QX30The child safety rear door lock indicates the wrong positions in the owner's manual | 5,036 | Book soon | R/2018/330 | |
| Toyota DynaCracks may appear in the bypass pipe in the recirculating gas cooling unit | 386 | Low | R/2018/259 | |
| Citroën C-Crosser, C4 AircrossAncillaries belt tensioner mounting may not be correct to specification | 9 | Low | R/2018/348 | |
| Citroën C-CrosserAdhesive used to fix sunroof glass assembly to outer frame may not be to correct specification | 15 | Low | R/2018/344 | |
| Renault KangooIncorrect welding of the catalytic convertor | 1 | Low | R/2018/325 | |
| Renault CapturIncorrect welding of the catalytic convertor | 10 | Low | R/2018/324 | |
| Subaru Impreza, Legacy, OutbackMis connection of the fuel pump connector | 6,649 | Urgent | R/2018/326 | |
| Audi A3, Q2The mounting for the head restraint is not correctly welded to the outer backrest frame for the rear seat | 147 | Low | R/2018/338 | |
| Lotus EvoraSteering column cartridge screw requires tightening | 32 | Urgent | R/2018/310 | |
| Ford FocusSome vehicles may have an incorrectly assembled rear door latch spring that will cause the manual child lock to not function correctly | 3,021 | Book soon | R/2018/261 | |
| Volkswagen Tiguan, TouranA short circuit in the LED module of the panorama sun roof can occur | 37,179 | Urgent | R/2018/331 | |
| Volkswagen TouaregThe belt buckle holder of rear right seat may not meet the strength requirements | 110 | Urgent | R/2018/334 | |
| Jeep CompassAn unlatched rear seat back may have reduced luggaage retention capabilities and may have increased forward displacement | 342 | Book soon | R/2018/303 | |
| SsangYong (KGM) TivoliFuel pipe may leak fuel into the engine bay | 3,241 | Urgent | R/2018/290 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 447Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates | 5,796 | Low | R/2018/283 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 447Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates | 5,274 | Low | R/2018/282 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 447Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates | 285 | Low | R/2018/281 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito 447Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates | 5,423 | Low | R/2018/280 | |
| Volkswagen PoloThe left rear seat belt double buckle may unfasten involuntarily | 45,714 | Urgent | R/2018/142 | |
| SEAT Arona, IbizaThe left rear seat belt double buckle may unfasten involuntarily | 30,794 | Urgent | R/2018/138 | |
| Škoda KaroqThe electro-mechanical parking brake may be released inappropriately when disengaging the clutch pedal | 1,179 | Urgent | R/2018/329 | |
| Peugeot 5008Wheel fixing bolts may be insufficiently tightened | 4 | Book soon | R/2018/328 | |
| Mazda MAZDA6Takata passenger air bag inflators may not operate as intended | 25,435 | Urgent | R/2018/321 | |
| Mazda BT-50Takata passenger air bag inflators may not operate as intended | 1,900 | Urgent | R/2018/320 | |
| Mazda MAZDA2Takata passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended | 89,746 | Urgent | R/2018/319 | |
| Mazda CX-7Takata passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended | 1,267 | Urgent | R/2018/318 | |
| Mazda RX-8The takata passenger airbag inflator may not operate as intended | 26,261 | Urgent | R/2018/317 | |
| Hyundai Santa FECurtain air bag may not inflate correctly if deployed | 239 | Urgent | R/2018/299 | |
| Mercedes-Benz B Class, CLA, SL Class, SLCDoors on left vehicle side (passenger side) remain permanently locked after the vehicle has been locked/unlocked with the remote control key | 5,030 | Book soon | R/2018/268 | |
| Honda NSXPrinted circuit board screws secured to high mount stop lamp housing may shift and contact the pcb circuitry | 103 | Book soon | R/2018/252 | |
| Honda NSXCrossover inlet pipe connecting left and right fuel tanks insufficienly welded | 110 | Urgent | R/2018/251 | |
| Ford MustangBattery wiring harness in engine compartment may have been incorrectly installed | 399 | Low | R/2018/300 | |
| Mercedes-Benz VitoAirbag off indicator lamp does not light up if front passenger seat is recognised as being unoccupied | 5,906 | Urgent | R/2018/223 | |
| Mercedes-Benz V ClassAirbag off indicator lamp does not light up if front passenger seat is recognised as being unoccupied | 5,870 | Urgent | R/2018/222 | |
| SEAT AtecaElectric parking brake can be unintentionally released when disengaging the clutch pedal | 4,243 | Urgent | R/2018/313 | |
| Volvo S90, V60, V60CC, V90 and 4 morePossible software issue in the vehicle connectivity module (vcm) | 7,322 | Low | R/2018/314 | |
| SEAT AtecaThe inclination of the left headlight may be adjusted at an incorrect angle | 2,290 | Book soon | R/2018/312 | |
| Ford Edge, Galaxy, Mondeo, S-MaxPossible low torque condition with the air conditioning clutch fastener | 3,021 | Low | R/2018/213 | |
| Volkswagen T5On T5/T6 california vehicles with kitchen the bolted connections on the gas system may not have been correctly fitted | 24 | Low | R/2018/287 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series and 5 moreExhaust gas recirculation cooler could potentially leak over time | 153,602 | Urgent | R/2018/258 | |
| Mercedes-Benz E ClassFaulty routing of sensor hose in front bumper may impair the function of the active hood | 152 | Low | R/2018/253 | |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEVOn certain vehicles equipped with fcm fcm may activate the brake for longer than necessary | 6,752 | Urgent | R/2018/286 | |
| Mitsubishi ASX, Eclipse Cross, Outlander, Outlander PHEVThe brake hydraulic unit function may be interrupted | 17,633 | Urgent | R/2018/285 | |
| Volkswagen T-RocElectric parking brake can be unintentionally released whwn disengaging the clutch pedal | 3,327 | Urgent | R/2018/301 | |
| Toyota C-HRRear axle hub bearing assembly bolts may not have been tightened sufficiently | 3,297 | Book soon | R/2018/292 | |
| Audi Q2The electro-mechanical parking brake may be released while the clutch pedal is being released | 3,650 | Urgent | R/2018/295 | |
| Vauxhall Zafira BPotential melting and fires within the blower motor regulator | 47,280 | Urgent | R/2018/214 | |
| Nissan Q30, QX30Engine control module identification label does not contain certification number | 2 | Low | R/2018/294 | |
| BMW E53Airbag control unit fault due to inadequate coding data which could lead to activation | 2,406 | Urgent | R/2018/263 | |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, CLSRiveting of the seat belt housing cover at front seats may not comply with specification and rivets may fail | 52 | Urgent | R/2018/267 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, GLC, GLE, S ClassTo improve emissions of the affected vehicles.certain calibrations of functionalities must be changed in the engine management | 15,692 | Low | R/2018/266 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series and 5 moreSoftware fault in crankshaft sensor | 1,642 | Low | R/2018/260 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C ClassAn electric line in the engine compartment may have been routed outside of the specification | 8,562 | Low | R/2018/254 | |
| Mitsubishi ASXWhere tail pipe is welded to the exhaust silencer a crack may appear | 8,787 | Low | R/2018/247 | |
| Mercedes-Benz S ClassCertain parameters of the active lane keeping assist within the multipurpose camera software may not meet specification | 34 | Urgent | R/2018/249 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A ClassMultibeam LED headlamp control unit coding may not correspond with specifications | 449 | Book soon | R/2018/250 | |
| Mercedes-Benz E ClassChild seat ISOFIX mounting support may be incorrect specification | 16 | Urgent | R/2018/232 | |
| Jeep CompassThe passenger airbag (pab) may contain loose fastners due to an assembly problem at the supplier | 26 | Urgent | R/2018/273 | |
| BMW X5, X6, X6MDue to a fault at the vehicles assembly line some wheel bolts may not have been tightened to specification | 19 | Book soon | R/2018/262 | |
| Vauxhall Corsa EModel may be affected by unexpected opening of the hood while driving | 6,167 | Low | R/2018/269 | |
| Ford EcosportLower control arm weld may not meet sepcification | 991 | Book soon | R/2018/248 | |
| Honda HRVDuring assembly the cabin harness clip was broken resulting in the harness not being correctly secured in front left chassis rail / suspension turret area | 5,097 | Urgent | R/2018/225 | |
| Mazda MAZDA2Vehicles may be fitted with an incorrect purge valve bracket | 1,362 | Low | R/2018/256 | |
| Lexus Lexus LC500HDue to improper programming in the ECU possible loss of motive power and the hybrid system will shut down | 147 | Urgent | R/2018/241 | |
| Toyota C-HR HV, Prius, Prius PHVEngine wire harness connected to hybrid vehicle power control unit could contact cover | 32,393 | Urgent | R/2018/240 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C ClassBonding of the rear beltline trim strips may not be to specification | 7,800 | Low | R/2018/231 | |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE, GLSRear axle brake caliper may not have been manufactured according to specification | 1,890 | Urgent | R/2018/226 | |
| Audi Q5Brake piston may not have been coated correctly | 1 | Urgent | R/2018/149 | |
| Mazda MAZDA6Takata driver and passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended | 15,017 | Urgent | R/2018/284 | |
| Mazda MAZDA6Passenger airbag inflator may not operate as intended | 1,500 | Urgent | R/2018/277 | |
| Mazda MAZDA6Takata driver airbag inflators may not operate as intended | 27,262 | Urgent | R/2018/244 | |
| Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover SportAutonomous emergency braking feature will not be available | 24 | Urgent | R/2018/243 | |
| BMW Mini CountrymanCrash protection plate for the high pressure fuel pump was not installed in 3 cylinder petrol engines | 7,132 | Urgent | R/2018/242 | |
| Audi R8Possible oil leakage may occur at the gearbox breather | 968 | Urgent | R/2018/255 | |
| Subaru Legacy, OutbackObstruction in cowl area may force wipers to park out of position and overheat | 3,906 | Urgent | R/2018/229 | |
| Mazda CX-5, MAZDA3, MAZDA6Injector mounting nuts tightening force may be insufficient | 11,021 | Urgent | R/2018/289 | |
| Mazda CX-5, MAZDA3, MAZDA6Fuel injector software does not control the electric current correctly | 48,875 | Urgent | R/2018/288 | |
| Mazda CX-3, MX5Control logic which monitors the charging control program fails to divert electrical power away from capacitor in the event of a fault | 965 | Urgent | R/2018/237 | |
| Mazda CX-5, MAZDA3, MAZDA6Vacuum pump may wear prematurely | 11,498 | Urgent | R/2018/236 | |
| Kia PicantoFuel filler neck rubber hoses may crack over time | 8,998 | Urgent | R/2018/246 | |
| Mercedes-Benz S ClassTwo nuts attaching the busbars within the prefuse box in the trunk may not have been installed | 376 | Low | R/2018/221 | |
| Fiat 500XIf rear seat belts are not fastened and pretensioners are deployed the latch could be released | 25,535 | Urgent | R/2018/216 | |
| Vauxhall Insignia BThe clip of a fuel line bundle may chafe against the fuel pump return hose | 2,833 | Urgent | R/2018/235 | |
| Nissan NV200Internal ignition switch spring may have been maunfactured with a surface defect | 43 | Book soon | R/2018/234 | |
| Nissan JukeInternal ignition switch spring may have been manufactured with a surface defect | 1,046 | Book soon | R/2018/233 | |
| Hyundai HEV, PHEVHydraulic clutch inner actuator housing may damage inner oil seal | 5,095 | Urgent | R/2018/200 | |
| Mercedes-Benz E ClassFault in navigation software | 6 | Low | R/2018/169 | |
| Fiat PandaEngine suspension reaction bracket not fitted on the transmission side | 134 | Book soon | R/2018/208 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Gl/gls, GLEOil foam may develop in the active curve system oil reservoir | 1,303 | Urgent | R/2018/206 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A Class (177)Communication module software incorrect specification for emergency call system | 9 | Book soon | R/2018/203 | |
| Jeep Cherokee, LibertyRear lower control arm may experience excessive corrosion | 56 | Book soon | R/2018/202 | |
| Jeep CherokeeVehicle short causing can-c bus to stop communicating | 80 | Low | R/2018/189 | |
| Jeep Dodge Durango, Grand CherokeeVehicle short causing can-c bus to stop communicating | 341 | Low | R/2018/188 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E ClassIncorrect underfloor panelling installed | 15 | Low | R/2018/204 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 4 Series and 7 moreSoftware fault with crankshaft sensor | 4,025 | Urgent | R/2018/211 | |
| Volvo XC40Rear seat back lock strikers may be missing on both sides of the seat | 15 | Low | R/2018/224 | |
| Nissan Almera, Navara, Patrol, Terrano and 2 moreA non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used during previous recall to replace this component | 27,623 | Urgent | R/2018/100 | |
| Mercedes-Benz GLEFront panel and rear fixed section of panoramic glass sunroof may not be bonded correctly | 1 | Low | R/2018/230 | |
| Kia Niro Hybrid, Plug-In HybridBurrs in the inner hydraulic clutch actuator housing can cause damage to the oil seal | 5,012 | Urgent | R/2018/207 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A Class, C Class, E Class, GLA and 1 moreDriver's airbag gas generator housing failure during deployment | 421 | Urgent | R/2018/168 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E ClassLaser welding between backrest rail and backrest metal fitting of front seats may not meet specification | 46 | Low | R/2018/158 | |
| Citroën C3 AircrossAnti theft wheel bolts may not be tightened to the correct specification | 4,595 | Book soon | R/2018/219 | |
| Mercedes-Benz VitoRotating front seat wire fixings can loosen | 209 | Urgent | R/2018/163 | |
| Mercedes-Benz V ClassRotating front seat wire fixings can loosen | 176 | Urgent | R/2018/157 | |
| BMW X3, X4Pistons in rear brake calipers may not be coated to specifications | 1,032 | Urgent | R/2018/220 | |
| BMW M5Distance between sensor and in-tank fuel line could be too small | 274 | Urgent | R/2018/215 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C ClassIncorrect software specification for the steering column switch module | 6 | Urgent | R/2018/205 | |
| Toyota ProaceIncorrect engine oil software | 559 | Low | R/2018/191 | |
| Toyota ProaceOil plug incorrectly tightened | 23 | Low | R/2018/183 | |
| Mitsubishi ASXInappropriate water proof structure of the front deck | 22,503 | Book soon | R/2018/182 | |
| Mitsubishi ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVParking brake caliper shaft boots incorrectly sealed | 51,154 | Urgent | R/2018/180 | |
| Volkswagen PassatHead restraint guide retaining spring may be faulty | 428 | Book soon | R/2018/212 | |
| Mercedes-Benz X ClassTyre pressure monitoring system software error | 99 | Urgent | R/2018/173 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 906Spot welds may not have been correctly applied to door frame | 667 | Book soon | R/2018/164 | |
| Mercedes-Benz GLEPotential oil leak from transmission oil cooler lines | 71 | Urgent | R/2018/156 | |
| Toyota Auris, CorollaReplacement airbag inflator installed in an incorrect orientation | 12,182 | Urgent | R/2018/151 | |
| Mazda MAZDA6Airbag inflators may not operate as intended | 19,851 | Urgent | R/2018/184 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E ClassRight side of front seat backrests may not lock into place | 21,366 | Low | R/2018/146 | |
| Honda CivicSide airbag may fail to deploy as intended | 8 | Urgent | R/2018/119 | |
| Citroën C3Steering column bearing possibly crimped to the incorrect specification | 392 | Urgent | R/2018/197 | |
| Peugeot Expert 4Tow ball support bracket durability inadequate | 96 | Low | R/2018/196 | |
| Citroën Dispatch IV, SpacetourerTow ball support bracket durability inadequate | 103 | Low | R/2018/195 | |
| Citroën Dispatch IV, SpacetourerCooling system strategy could overheat the engine | 660 | Urgent | R/2018/193 | |
| Peugeot Expert 4, TravellerCooling system strategy could overheat the engine | 841 | Urgent | R/2018/192 | |
| Vauxhall Grandland XPiping seam of front seat does not open if air bag is deployed | 122 | Urgent | R/2018/190 | |
| Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, OutbackFront passenger airbag inflator may rupture in a deployment event | 7,589 | Urgent | R/2018/141 | |
| Volkswagen Tiguan AllspaceAirbag may have been incorrectly folded when passenger airbag module was produced | 31 | Urgent | R/2018/217 | |
| Citroën C4 Spacetourer, Dispatch IV, DS5, DS7 and 2 moreEngine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened | 37 | Low | R/2018/187 | |
| Peugeot 3008, 308, 5008, Boxer and 2 moreEngine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened | 47 | Low | R/2018/185 | |
| Vauxhall Grandland XOil plug leakage | 1 | Low | R/2018/186 | |
| Citroën C4Engine could overheat leading to failure | 138 | Urgent | R/2018/178 | |
| Peugeot 3008, 308, 5008Engine could overheat leading to failure | 683 | Urgent | R/2018/176 | |
| Ford Transit ConnectClutch pressure plate may fracture | 199 | Urgent | R/2018/194 | |
| Vauxhall Insignia ASeat belt buckle may separate from seat frame | 225 | Urgent | R/2018/175 | |
| Ford C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga and 2 moreClutch pressure plate may fracture | 122,199 | Urgent | R/2018/082 | |
| Vauxhall Astra KFront brake hoses incorrectly installed | 713 | Urgent | R/2018/174 | |
| BMW 2 Series, Mini Countryman, X1Front axle swivel bearings may not have been produced to specification | 100 | Book soon | R/2018/171 | |
| BMW F90Engine control unit control of fuel pump | 246 | Urgent | R/2018/170 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E ClassElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 10,113 | Urgent | R/2018/154 | |
| Nissan NV400 (X62)Incorrect software configuration in combi meter fitted to PREM3 variant vehicles | 16 | Urgent | R/2018/162 | |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907Front axle toe adjustment incorrectly calculated | 19 | Book soon | R/2018/166 | |
| Mercedes-Benz SprinterGas fuel cylinders may fail | 18 | Urgent | R/2018/125 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A Class (177)Missing welding points at both front side members | 2 | Low | R/2018/167 | |
| Volkswagen Tiguan AllspaceFront swivel joint nut incorrectly secured on wheel bearing housing (left and right) | 98 | Book soon | R/2018/181 | |
| BMW 3 SeriesVariation to electrical resistance in the blower regulator wiring harness connector | 279,104 | Urgent | R/2018/148 | |
| Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover SportFuel gauge displays an inaccurate reading | 1,000 | Urgent | R/2018/160 | |
| Vauxhall Astra J GTC, Insignia BPossible oil leakage from turbo charger oil feed pipe | 3 | Urgent | R/2018/159 | |
| Renault TraficLED light fitment may affect other lamps | 152 | Book soon | R/2018/145 | |
| Dacia Logan, SanderoRisk of fuel leak | 15,168 | Urgent | R/2018/144 | |
| Renault MasterPower steering warning lamp may not illuminate | 379 | Urgent | R/2018/143 | |
| Audi Q5Rear brake pistons coated incorrectly | 606 | Urgent | R/2018/161 | |
| Kia Optima PHEVHigh voltage battery system may malfunction and cause a sudden loss of power | 398 | Urgent | R/2018/123 | |
| Volkswagen BeetleIncorrectly coated brake pistons | 108 | Urgent | R/2018/150 | |
| Maserati LevantePossible incorrect welding | 1 | Urgent | R/2018/179 | |
| Audi A4, A5Risk of overheating and failure of additional coolant pump | 137 | Urgent | R/2018/152 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A Class, B Class, C Class, CLA and 2 moreElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 78,608 | Urgent | R/2018/130 | |
| Porsche Panamera G2Connecting links on the rear axle anti roll bar | 197 | Book soon | R/2018/165 | |
| BMW B3, D3The plug-in contact of the positive battery cable on the front power distribution box can become damaged by vehicle vibrations and frictional corrosion | 700 | Low | R/2022/079 | |
| BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, X1, Z4Plug in contact cable may malfunction | 311,848 | Book soon | R/2018/132 | |
| Renault ZOEGearbox may fail to hold in park position when vehicle is stationary | 360 | Low | R/2018/070 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, GLCAirbag control unit connection may not be manufactured to specification | 100 | Urgent | R/2018/121 | |
| Mitsubishi OutlanderWater ingress may cause windscreen wipers to fail | 13,819 | Book soon | R/2018/117 | |
| Mitsubishi L200 (double Cab), L200 (single Cab)Door latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures | 4,676 | Book soon | R/2018/116 | |
| Mitsubishi I-MievPropellant in the front passenger airbag inflator may be detiorated | 287 | Urgent | R/2018/115 | |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GT RoadsterFront seat belt may jam | 115 | Urgent | R/2018/097 | |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GTFront seat belt may jam | 42 | Urgent | R/2018/096 | |
| Vauxhall Movano BOn board diagnostic system may fail to display failure of the power steering assist pump | 540 | Urgent | R/2018/137 | |
| Suzuki CelerioFront seat side airbag bracket may be insecure | 698 | Urgent | R/2018/135 | |
| Chevrolet CaptivaFuel may leak | 8,606 | Urgent | R/2018/129 | |
| BMW B3, D3The blower-regulator wiring could be damaged and could lead to partial contact of individual wire strands | 2,469 | Low | R/2021/408 | |
| Vauxhall Movano BOn board diagnostic system may malfunction | 76 | Low | R/2018/136 | |
| Mercedes-Benz V ClassFront door handles may not be installed correctly | 3 | Book soon | R/2018/131 | |
| Alfa Romeo StelvioSome electrical components may malfunction due to water infiltration | 1,451 | Book soon | R/2018/124 | |
| Volkswagen CaddyHead restraint may be insecure | 61 | Low | R/2018/134 | |
| Volkswagen Golf, Passat, TouranHead restraint may be insecure | 2,881 | Low | R/2018/133 | |
| Kia RIOChild locks on the rear doors may not operate | 2,300 | Book soon | R/2018/120 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A Class, B Class, C Class, CLA and 2 moreSteering components may be insufficiently grounded | 74,329 | Urgent | R/2018/098 | |
| Citroën Berlingo, C-Elysee, C4 Picasso (B78)Airbags may not be triggered in the event of a collision | 110 | Urgent | R/2018/128 | |
| Peugeot 308 (T9), PartnerAirbags may not be triggered in the event of a collision | 124 | Urgent | R/2018/127 | |
| Vauxhall AntaraFuel may leak | 4,697 | Urgent | R/2018/126 | |
| Jaguar E-PaceReverse lights interact with epb | 1,305 | Urgent | R/2018/088 | |
| Ford RangerSide airbag initiator may be defective | 50 | Urgent | R/2018/118 | |
| Porsche 918 SpyderLongitudinal and transverse control arms may be prone to corrosion | 78 | Book soon | R/2018/139 | |
| Vauxhall Insignia BOuter rear seatbelts may be incorrectly routed at the anchor point | 15,637 | Urgent | R/2018/107 | |
| Hyundai Santa FESteering wheel may detach | 304 | Urgent | R/2018/104 | |
| Hyundai IoniqCoolant may leak into electric power control unit | 148 | Urgent | R/2018/103 | |
| Subaru Legacy, Outback, TribecaFront passenger airbag inflator may fail | 13,200 | Urgent | R/2018/122 | |
| Fiat FullbackDoor locks may malfunction and allow doors to open unintentionally | 448 | Book soon | R/2018/095 | |
| Audi A4, A5 SportbackAluminium trim may partly detach from loudspeaker trim in doors and cause injury to occupants | 5,092 | Book soon | R/2018/086 | |
| Citroën C-CrosserWater ingress may cause windscreen wiper motor to fail | 3,211 | Book soon | R/2018/114 | |
| Peugeot 4007Water ingress may cause windscreen wiper motor to fail | 2,647 | Book soon | R/2018/113 | |
| Audi A8The retaining clip in the active head restraint assembly may not be installed | 6 | Low | R/2018/111 | |
| Jaguar E-PaceFront brake flexi hose brackets may not be to specification | 86 | Urgent | R/2018/058 | |
| Nissan QashqaiVIN gross combination weight information is incorrect | 8,385 | Low | R/2018/092 | |
| Nissan QashqaiBody control module may fail to warn driver of indicator light malfunction | 10,791 | Book soon | R/2018/091 | |
| Porsche PanameraAccelerator pedal may be installed incorrectly | 4 | Low | R/2018/110 | |
| BMW X3Inflator in driver airbag module may not be produced to specification | 32 | Urgent | R/2018/101 | |
| BMW X3, X4Restricted fuel supply could cause engine to stall | 1,752 | Urgent | R/2018/099 | |
| Citroën C3 AircrossRear wheel hub bearings may not be to correct specification | 5 | Book soon | R/2018/109 | |
| Vauxhall Insignia BWindscreen may not be installed correctly | 1 | Book soon | R/2018/106 | |
| Hyundai Grandeur, SonataAn electrical short circuit may occur inside the ABS module | 1,861 | Urgent | R/2018/085 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A Class, B Class, C Class, CLA and 2 moreElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 67,027 | Urgent | R/2018/069 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, GLCElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 51,528 | Urgent | R/2018/055 | |
| Lexus Lexus Gs-F, Lexus LC500, Lexus Rc-FFuel may leak | 393 | Urgent | R/2018/050 | |
| Jeep WranglerBrake lamp switch may malfunction | 22 | Urgent | R/2018/081 | |
| Dacia TOW BAR Fitted TO Dacia DusterTrailer lighting may fail | 281 | Book soon | RCOMP/2018/001 | |
| Renault Captur, Clio IVDipped headlight may fail to light the road ahead to sufficient level | 19 | Book soon | R/2018/094 | |
| Mazda CX-3, MAZDA2, MAZDA3Software error can cause engine to fail | 4,858 | Low | R/2018/087 | |
| Tesla Model SLoss of power steering assistance | 3,243 | Urgent | R/2018/093 | |
| Peugeot 3008Tightening torque of towbar fixing may be to wrong specification | 9 | Low | R/2018/089 | |
| Jaguar E-Pace, F Type, F-Pace, XE and 1 moreFuel may leak | 4,464 | Urgent | R/2018/035 | |
| Vauxhall Movano BSteering column joint may not be secure | 160 | Stop driving | R/2018/063 | |
| Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 SpiderDash warning light may fail to warn driver when brake discs are worn and cause damage to discs | 516 | Urgent | R/2018/080 | |
| Suzuki Baleno, Ignis, SwiftIntegrated starter generator belt belt may fail | 2,247 | Urgent | R/2018/078 | |
| Vauxhall Crossland XFastening nut of the rear axle hub may work loose | 3 | Urgent | R/2018/108 | |
| Nissan MicraFront wheel hub may not be manufactured to correct specification | 14 | Book soon | R/2018/084 | |
| Renault MasterSteering column joint may not be secure | 124 | Stop driving | R/2018/079 | |
| Renault CapturFront wheel hubs may crack | 23 | Book soon | R/2018/077 | |
| Dacia LoganFront wheel hubs may crack | 12 | Book soon | R/2018/076 | |
| Volkswagen Golf, TiguanFront brake discs may not be correct thickness | 56 | Urgent | R/2018/074 | |
| BMW X3Rear spoiler may be insecure | 2,397 | Low | R/2018/073 | |
| Jeep WranglerPassenger airbag inflator | 555 | Urgent | R/2018/068 | |
| Land Rover Range Rover VelarAir conditioning may fail to de-mist interior windows | 5,958 | Book soon | R/2018/059 | |
| Ford C-Max, FocusCasting defect may cause alloy wheel(s) to crack | 80 | Book soon | R/2018/011 | |
| Fiat DucatoIntercooler sleeve may detach from the throttle body | 9,904 | Urgent | R/2018/038 | |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GTRoll bar configuration does not meet legal requirements | 16 | Low | R/2018/067 | |
| Ford FiestaBrake servo may fail | 4,757 | Urgent | R/2018/039 | |
| Jaguar XFSupplementary restraint system (SRS) may not perform as intended in a collision | 869 | Urgent | R/2018/052 | |
| Nissan NV400Steering column joint may not be secure | 41 | Stop driving | R/2018/075 | |
| Suzuki Baleno, Ignis, SwiftBattery may fail to charge which could cause engine to stall and lights to fade | 6,313 | Urgent | R/2018/071 | |
| Land Rover ALL NEW Discovery, Discovery Sport, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque and 2 moreFuel may leak | 1,537 | Urgent | R/2018/036 | |
| Ford C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga and 2 moreOil sump may crack due to the engine overheating | 48,595 | Urgent | R/2018/053 | |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia, StelvioBrake and/or clutch system components may become damaged by mineral oil | 11 | Urgent | R/2018/012 | |
| Volkswagen T-RocKey information about passeger protection systems is not included in owner's manual | 2,926 | Urgent | R/2018/066 | |
| Volkswagen T6 - (car)Replace front passenger airbag | 17 | Urgent | R/2018/065 | |
| Volkswagen T6 - (goods)Replace front passenger airbag | 64 | Urgent | R/2018/064 | |
| Volkswagen Beetle, EOS, Golf, Jetta and 5 moreStarter motor may malfunction and overheat | 16,625 | Urgent | R/2018/062 | |
| Audi A3Starter motor may malfunction and overheat | 5,208 | Urgent | R/2018/061 | |
| SEAT Alhambra, Altea, Ibiza, LeonStarter motor may malfunction and overheat | 1,943 | Urgent | R/2018/060 | |
| Nissan NV400Fuel filter support may break | 25 | Urgent | R/2018/045 | |
| Fiat 500Instrument cluster may display incorrect information | 680 | Low | R/2018/026 | |
| Honda Civic, CR-VPassenger airbag may fail to deploy correctly | 13,272 | Urgent | R/2018/030 | |
| Honda Accord, Insight, JazzPassenger airbag may fail to deploy correctly | 20,298 | Urgent | R/2018/029 | |
| Mercedes-Benz E ClassCatalytic converter support bracket may be insecure | 3 | Low | R/2018/047 | |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC, Gle/glsBonding of the windshield may be inadequate | 2 | Urgent | R/2018/046 | |
| Audi A4, A5, Q5Auxilliary heater element in air conditioning may fail and/or overheat | 114,287 | Urgent | R/2018/051 | |
| Peugeot 3008Fuel may leak | 12,054 | Urgent | R/2018/033 | |
| Mitsubishi ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVDoor latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures | 18,418 | Book soon | R/2018/021 | |
| Mitsubishi ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVECU relay may overheat and cause ECU to malfunction | 28,059 | Urgent | R/2018/019 | |
| Peugeot 3008, 308 (T9), 5008, 508Engine may overheat | 1,579 | Urgent | R/2018/048 | |
| Citroën C4, C4 Picasso, C5, DS5Engine may overheat | 2,098 | Urgent | R/2018/049 | |
| Audi Q3Passenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 58 | Urgent | R/2018/044 | |
| Audi Q5Passenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 60 | Urgent | R/2018/043 | |
| Rolls-Royce GhostHead airbag may not deploy correctly | 1 | Urgent | R/2018/037 | |
| Mercedes-Benz A ClassBonding of the windshield may be inadequate | 40 | Urgent | R/2018/020 | |
| Škoda OctaviaPassenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 4 | Urgent | R/2018/041 | |
| Peugeot 5008Fuel may leak | 216 | Urgent | R/2018/042 | |
| Audi A3Passenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 6 | Urgent | R/2018/040 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E Class, GLC, S ClassFront seat belt tensioners may not function | 296 | Urgent | R/2018/010 | |
| BMW 1 SeriesBackrest could fold forward under heavy load | 1 | Urgent | R/2018/027 | |
| Renault ZOEIncorrect throttle pedal fitted | 218 | Low | R/2018/025 | |
| Toyota ProaceEngine component may not be to specification | 45 | Urgent | R/2017/351 | |
| Volkswagen Golf, Golf SVPassenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 21 | Urgent | R/2018/031 | |
| Mercedes-Benz C Class, E ClassElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 84,879 | Urgent | R/2018/006 | |
| Mercedes-Benz V ClassElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 4,393 | Urgent | R/2017/350 | |
| Mercedes-Benz VitoElectrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded | 13,752 | Urgent | R/2017/349 | |
| Toyota RAV4Possibility of a fuel leak | 4,818 | Urgent | R/2017/328 | |
| Toyota Ch-R HybridSkid control ECU may malfunction | 5,425 | Urgent | R/2017/310 | |
| Tesla Model SPassenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 3 | Urgent | R/2018/057 | |
| Mazda RX-8Front lower suspension arm ball joint casting may crack / break | 8,030 | Book soon | R/2018/015 | |
| Mazda RX-8Fuel may leak | 25,190 | Urgent | R/2018/014 | |
| Maserati QuattroporteLoss of engine power | 26 | Urgent | R/2018/028 | |
| Volkswagen Passat CC, SharanPassenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 32 | Urgent | R/2018/034 | |
| SEAT AlhambraPassenger airbag may not deploy as intended | 24 | Urgent | R/2018/032 | |
| Renault Clio IVCentral hinge in rear seats may fail under load | 412 | Low | R/2018/024 | |
| Hyundai I40It may be possible to start the vehicle without depresssing the clutch pedal | 502 | Low | R/2018/018 | |
| Hyundai Santa FEFuel may leak | 132 | Urgent | R/2018/007 | |
| Toyota Avensis, RAV4Bolts on the exhaust side of the turbocharger assembly may be incorrectly tightened | 442 | Low | R/2017/329 | |
| Mazda MAZDA2Handbrake may disengage unexpectedly | 8,081 | Urgent | R/2018/017 | |
| Aston Martin DB11Inadvertant airbag deployment | 1,069 | Urgent | R/2018/023 | |
| Maserati Ghibli, QuattroporteFuel line may leak | 53 | Urgent | R/2018/022 | |
| Lexus Lexus CT2000HPossibility of a fuel leak | 791 | Urgent | R/2017/332 | |
| Škoda KaroqA-pillar passenger protection trims may peel off in sub-zero temperatures | 125 | Urgent | R/2018/016 | |
| Mercedes-Benz E ClassSeatbelt pretensioner may not operate | 2,599 | Urgent | R/2017/338 | |
| Ford Transit ConnectThe engine cylinder head may crack | 9 | Urgent | R/2018/009 | |
| Ford C-Max, Fiesta ST, Focus, KugaThe engine cylinder head may crack | 15,228 | Urgent | R/2018/008 | |
| Audi A4, A5, Q5Auxilliary heater element in air conditioning may fail and/or overheat | 33,699 | Urgent | R/2017/334 | |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG Gt/gtsPassenger seat occupancy sensing system may malfunction | 3 | Urgent | R/2017/342 | |
| Peugeot Expert 4, TravellerEngine component may not be to specification | 314 | Urgent | R/2018/003 | |
| Citroën Dispatch IV, SpacetourerEngine component may not be to specification | 198 | Urgent | R/2018/002 | |
| Vauxhall Crossland, GrandlandThe engine pistons may not be to specification | 52 | Low | R/2017/341 | |
| Mitsubishi ASXTailgate gas spring end cap may corrode and come off | 15,668 | Book soon | R/2017/318 | |
| Mitsubishi ASXWater ingress may damage the wiper motor | 12,443 | Book soon | R/2017/317 | |
| Mercedes-Benz V ClassRetaining ring of the front bearing may be incorrectly located | 263 | Book soon | R/2017/324 | |
| Mercedes-Benz VitoRetaining ring of the front bearing may be incorrectly located | 232 | Book soon | R/2017/323 | |
| Infiniti Q50, Q60Automatic transmission malfunction may affect vehicle emissions | 38 | Low | R/2017/305 | |
| Infiniti Q30, QX30Driver's airbag may deploy | 4,970 | Urgent | R/2017/293 | |
| Toyota Ch-R HybridFuel may leak | 3,995 | Urgent | R/2017/231 |
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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).