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Showing posts with label Possible loss of steering. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Possible loss of steering. Show all posts

Sunday, 15 May 2016

UK RECALL #12 - Mercedes recalls the CLA for possible loss of it's Electric Power Steering.

Vehicle Details

Reference :R/2016/088
Manufacturer Ref :SRPC1608 
Make:MERCEDES BENZ
Model :CLA
Launch Date :22/04/2016
Numbers Involved :1
Build Start Date :
Build End Date :

Recall Details

Concern :POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE
Description :The torque sensor of the electric power steering assistance may be damaged which can adversely affected the tightness of the housing and allow water ingress. The defect could lead to failure of the torque sensor and consequently shut off the steering power assistance and lead to an elevated risk of collision.
Remedial Action :Recall the vehicle that is likely to be affected and replace the electric power steering.
Vehicle Id :WDD1173082N354797 to WDD1173082N354797

Other Vehicles Affected (Click the vehicle to perform an extended search)

  • MERCEDES BENZ - CLA

Sunday, 22 March 2015

UK RECALL #8 - VAUXHALL - Possible loss of steering control on Corsa models.

Vehicle Details
Reference :R/2015/032
Manufacturer Ref :14-c-071 
Make:VAUXHALL
Model :Corsa D
Launch Date :25/02/2015
Numbers Involved :6319
Build Start Date :28/04/2014
Build End Date :10/06/2014 
Recall Details
Concern :LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Description :
A small number of steering knuckles on hub swivels have been manufactured incorrectly. In time these knuckles might fail with the attendant loss of directional control of the vehicle.
Remedial Action :
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date code on steering knuckles fitted to both sides. Replace the steering knuckles where required.
Vehicle Id :E6079346 to E6092796
E4182291 to E4231233
Other Vehicles Affected (Click the vehicle to perform an extended search)


Thursday, 19 March 2015

UK RECALL #2 - NISSAN - Possible loss of steering on Qashqai and NV200 models.

Vehicle Details
Reference :R/2015/007
Manufacturer Ref :PG5B2, PS5B0 
Make:NISSAN
Model :Qashqai & NV200
Launch Date :16/02/2015
Numbers Involved :27252
Build Start Date :17/02/2012
Build End Date :30/07/2012 
Recall Details
Concern :LOSS OF STEER
Description :
It is possible that the steering wheel boss may not have been produced to the correct specification. If a higher than normal loading is applied to the steering wheel, typically on low speed manoeuvring, it is possible that the steering wheel boss may separate from the steering column. This can result in a loss of steering control.
Remedial Action :Recall all affected vehicles to check and if necessary, replace the steering wheel assembly.
Vehicle Id :
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  • NISSAN - NV200


Friday, 20 February 2015

UK RECALL #10 - NISSAN - Leaf recalled for possible loss of steering.

Vehicle Details
Reference :R/2014/171
Manufacturer Ref :RG4BR 
Make:NISSAN
Model :Leaf
Launch Date :19/01/2015
Numbers Involved :4474
Build Start Date :12/02/2013
Build End Date :16/10/2014 
Recall Details
Concern :LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Description :A fail safe clip on the steering column may have become dislodged during the assembly process. As a result the column may not have been correctly assembled. Over a period of time and under certain conditions the column may work loose and disconnect causing a loss of steering.
Remedial Action :On affected vehicles, inspect column and where necessary replace the column shaft.
Vehicle Id :
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Sunday, 16 November 2014

USA - RECALL #3 - MERCEDES - Possible Loss of Steering Function At Low Speeds

RECALL Subject : Possible Loss of Steering Function At Low Speeds