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Showing posts with label Engine cut off. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Engine cut off. Show all posts

Thursday, 8 January 2015

UK RECALL #26 - INFINITI - Vehicle may cut out due to software issues.

Vehicle Details
Reference :R/2014/120
Manufacturer Ref :
Make:INFINITI
Model :Q50 & Q70
Launch Date :15/12/2014
Numbers Involved :144
Build Start Date :31/01/2013
Build End Date :03/07/2014 
Recall Details
Concern :VEHICLE MAY CUT OUT
Description :It has been identified that due to a software error the traction motor inverter may incorrectly diagnose communication between the inverter and the transmission control module (TCM). This can cause the inverter system to suddenly shut down. If the vehicle is being driven in Electric Vehicle (EV i.e. engine off) the power to the electric motor may be cut, resulting in the vehicle coming to a sudden stop.
Remedial Action :Recall all affected vehicles to install new software for the traction motor inverter control module.
Vehicle Id :JN1BAAV37U0220001 to JN1BANV37U0230583
JN1BEAY51U0440012 to JN1CEAY51Z0100004
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Thursday, 18 September 2014

UK RECALL #5 - Harley Davidson recalls 57 bikes for possible engine cut out issues

Vehicle Details
Reference :RM/2014/022
Manufacturer Ref :0158 
Make:HARLEY DAVIDSON
Model :Dyna Lowrider
Launch Date :27/08/2014
Numbers Involved :57
Build Start Date :06/01/2014
Build End Date :19/06/2014 
Recall Details
Concern :ENGINE MAY TURN OFF UNEXPECTEDLY
Description :Affected vehicles have an ignition switch fitted in the top engine bracket. At certain engine speed this bracket can vibrate and may cause the ignition switch to turn to the "ACC" position and cause the engine to stall.
Remedial Action :Replace engine bracket and switch components.