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All recall notices.

1. TYRE SIDEWALL MAY CRACK

   R/2010/025 · 26 Mar 2010

   26 Mar 2010

   Defect

   It has been identified that Pirelli tyre type 215/40 ZR18 89W PZERO NERO annotated MO and F223 may suffer cracking of the sidewall. This can lead to loss of inflation pressure and under certain conditions can have an adverse effect on the safe handling of the vehicle.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the subject tyres replaced.

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   Built 1 Dec 2007 – 31 Jan 2010

   ~241 vehicles affected

2. TYRE SIDEWALL MAY CRACK

   R/2010/025 · 26 Mar 2010

   26 Mar 2010

   Defect

   It has been identified that Pirelli tyre type 215/40 ZR18 89W PZERO NERO annotated MO and F223 may suffer cracking of the sidewall. This can lead to loss of inflation pressure and under certain conditions can have an adverse effect on the safe handling of the vehicle.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the subject tyres replaced.

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   Built 1 Jul 2007 – 31 Mar 2008

   ~241 vehicles affected

3. BRAKES MAY FAIL

   R/2007/174 · 7 Dec 2007

   7 Dec 2007

   Defect

   Due to the possibility of a fault in the production process the flexible rubber brake hoses may not have been correctly vulcanised. As a consequence may partially or totally restrict the internal flow of the brake hydraulic fluid. Should this happen a reduction in efficiency during braking would occur.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the hoses checked to identify if they are within the affected batch. If this is the case they will be replaced with quality assured items.

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   Built 16 Oct 2007 – 16 Nov 2007

   ~687 vehicles affected

4. POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

   R/2007/082 · 10 Aug 2007

   10 Aug 2007

   Defect

   There is a possibility that the fuel hose from the diesel filter to the high pressure pump may chafe on the fuel filter housing. In time this could result in a fuel leak and the possibility of an engine compartment fire.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the hose checked at which time if the hose is not damaged a new bracket will be fitted to prevent chafing. If the hose is damaged it will be replaced in addition a new bracket will be fitted.

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   Built 1 Oct 2005 – 31 Aug 2006

   ~890 vehicles affected

5. CLUTCH MAY FAIL

   R/2006/166 · 17 Oct 2006

   17 Oct 2006

   Defect

   On a number of RHD ALfa Romeo 147 and GT models there is a possibility that the clip which secures the connecting pin between the clutch cylinder and the clutch pedal may become detached resulting in loss of clutch operation.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a redesigned retaining clip.

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   Built 1 Mar 2003 – 31 Oct 2005

   ~5,355 vehicles affected

6. BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY REDUCE

   R/2006/128 · 19 Sep 2006

   19 Sep 2006

   Defect

   The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system does not operate properly when the space saver spare wheel is fitted. This could lead to the VDC warning lamp operating and may lead to reduced braking efficiency if the brakes are vigorously applied.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new VDC electronic control unit that has upgraded software installed.

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   Built 1 Jun 2004 – 28 Feb 2006

   ~3,950 vehicles affected

7. POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK

   R/2005/030 · 23 May 2005

   23 May 2005

   Defect

   A fuel leak may result due to cracking of the recirculation pipe flange on the fuel tank when the tank is filled to the maximum.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the fuel tank inspected for cracks and replaced if necessary.

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   Affected build dates not specified

   ~865 vehicles affected

8. POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE AND LOSS OF POWER ASSISTED STEERING

   R/2004/055 · 5 Apr 2004

   5 Apr 2004

   Defect

   There is a possibility that the high pressure power steering pipe may contact the exhaust downpipe which may result in a risk of fire and loss of power steering assistance.

   Remedy

   Recall affected vehicles check pipe for contact with exhaust and fit extra retaining bracket to power assisted steering pipe.

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   Built 10 Mar 2000 – 11 Mar 2003

   ~1,118 vehicles affected

9. POSSIBLE FIRE RISK

   R/2003/153 · 1 Oct 2003

   1 Oct 2003

   Defect

   Possible short circuit and fire risk in engine coolant booster heater wiring circuit during engine warm up period.

   Remedy

   Modify the electrical wiring fit a re-rated protective fuse and install modified mounting bushes.

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   Built 1 Jan 2002 – 30 Apr 2003

   ~6 vehicles affected