SsangYong (KGM) Actyon, Kyron, Rexton Recall R/2015/042: Loss Of Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 30 Apr 2015
- Launched
- 2,056
- vehicles in the UK
- TSB2015001
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
SsangYong (KGM) recalled Actyon, Kyron, Rexton vehicles built between 1 June 2005 and 30 November 2010. Depending on driving conditions and suspension type it is a possibility that the ball joint on a front lower arm and also on certain vehicles a rear track rod could break. The recall notice describes the fix as: where necessary replace front lower ball joint(s) and rear track rod(s). You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Depending on driving conditions and suspension type it is a possibility that the ball joint on a front lower arm and also on certain vehicles a rear track rod could break.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOSS OF CONTROL Defect: Depending on driving conditions and suspension type it is a possibility that the ball joint on a front lower arm and also on certain vehicles a rear track rod could break. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and where necessary replace front lower ball joint(s) and rear track rod(s)
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: loss of control.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: where necessary replace front lower ball joint(s) and rear track rod(s).
Are You Affected?
Actyon, Kyron, Rexton built between 1 June 2005 and 30 November 2010 may be included. SsangYong (KGM) estimates 2,056 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with SsangYong (KGM), 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 SsangYong (KGM).
- Book with any franchised SsangYong (KGM) dealer, quoting the campaign code TSB2015001 or the DVSA reference R/2015/042. See how to get a SsangYong (KGM) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RextonBrake fluid may leak | Urgent | R/2007/079 | |
| Rodius, TurismoShock absorber may fail causing front wheel to rub on wheel arch | Book soon | R/2016/283 |
This is one of 10 SsangYong (KGM) recalls in DVSA’s data. The SsangYong (KGM) recall launched before it was R/2007/156 on 11 Jan 2008, for driver and passenger seat backs could detach from their frames. The one launched after it was R/2016/218 on 10 Oct 2016, for fuel may leak. You can also see every SsangYong (KGM) recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/042, launched 30 April 2015. 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.