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29 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

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  1. THE MATERIAL QUALITY OF THE SCREWS USED FOR SEAT BELTS AND REAR SEATS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATIONS.

    R/2021/442 · 29 Dec 2021

    29 Dec 2021

    Defect

    The material quality of seat and seatbelt screws may not be according to specification.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the screws will be replaced in specific locations on the seat belts or rear seats.

    Build window

    Built 26 Oct 2021

    ~38 vehicles affected

  2. THE MATERIAL QUALITY OF THE SCREWS USED FOR SEAT BELTS AND REAR SEATS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATIONS.

    R/2021/442 · 29 Dec 2021

    29 Dec 2021

    Defect

    The material quality of seat and seatbelt screws may not be according to specification.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the screws will be replaced in specific locations on the seat belts or rear seats.

    Build window

    Built 22 Oct 2021 – 26 Oct 2021

    ~38 vehicles affected

  3. THE ROOF LINING STIFFENING PLATES MAY NOT BE BONDED CORRECTLY

    R/2021/217 · 11 Jun 2021

    11 Jun 2021

    Defect

    The roof lining stiffening plates may not be bonded correctly.

    Remedy

    The roof headliner will be inspected and reworked or replaced if required.

    Build window

    Built 23 Mar 2021

    ~1 vehicles affected

  4. THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    R/2021/037 · 9 Feb 2021

    9 Feb 2021

    Defect

    Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Build window

    Built 9 Jan 2015 – 28 Feb 2019

    ~63,888 vehicles affected

  5. THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    R/2021/037 · 9 Feb 2021

    9 Feb 2021

    Defect

    Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Build window

    Built 16 Oct 2014 – 25 Apr 2019

    ~63,888 vehicles affected

  6. REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

    R/2020/283 · 14 Dec 2020

    14 Dec 2020

    Defect

    A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.

    Remedy

    Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.

    Build window

    Built 9 Mar 2020 – 31 Aug 2020

    ~2,665 vehicles affected

  7. REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

    R/2020/298 · 22 Oct 2020

    22 Oct 2020

    Defect

    In very rare cases welding beads were not always completely removed in the cleaning process during battery production.

    Remedy

    Test and replace the High Voltage batteries if affected.

    Build window

    Built 28 May 2020 – 16 Jul 2020

    ~871 vehicles affected

  8. THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    R/2020/179 · 17 Aug 2020

    17 Aug 2020

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module cooler could leak over time

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be inspected on the affected vehicles and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Build window

    Built 4 Jul 2014 – 24 Mar 2017

    ~71,128 vehicles affected

  9. THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    R/2020/179 · 17 Aug 2020

    17 Aug 2020

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module cooler could leak over time

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be inspected on the affected vehicles and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Build window

    Built 18 Sep 2014 – 14 Mar 2017

    ~71,128 vehicles affected

  10. CAMSHAFT SUPPORT HOUSING BEARING CAPS MAY BECOME LOOSE

    R/2020/191 · 27 Jul 2020

    27 Jul 2020

    Defect

    It is possible that the camshaft bearing cap screws could come loose on the affected vehicles.

    Remedy

    Check and replace camshaft support housing or complete cylinder head as required.

    Build window

    Built 20 Feb 2020 – 26 Feb 2020

    ~39 vehicles affected

  11. CAMSHAFT SUPPORT HOUSING BEARING CAPS MAY BECOME LOOSE

    R/2020/191 · 27 Jul 2020

    27 Jul 2020

    Defect

    It is possible that the camshaft bearing cap screws could come loose on the affected vehicles.

    Remedy

    Check and replace camshaft support housing or complete cylinder head as required.

    Build window

    Built 19 Feb 2020 – 27 Feb 2020

    ~39 vehicles affected

  12. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG FABRIC COULD BE DAMAGED BY THE AIR BAG COVER DURING DEPLOYMENT

    R/2020/110 · 27 Apr 2020

    27 Apr 2020

    Defect

    This airbag fabric could be damaged by the airbag cover during deployment.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the driver�s airbag will be replaced.

    Build window

    Built 28 Jan 2020 – 10 Mar 2020

    ~1,121 vehicles affected

  13. THE STEERING GEAR TIE ROD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH THE REQUIRED SPHERICAL WASHER

    R/2019/288 · 1 Apr 2020

    1 Apr 2020

    Defect

    The steering gear tie rod may not have been assembled with a required spherical washer

    Remedy

    Both steering gear tie rods will be checked and if affected tie rod/s and accompanying swivel bearing/s will be replaced

    Build window

    Built 21 Mar 2019

    ~19 vehicles affected

  14. EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK

    R/2018/341 · 7 Dec 2018

    7 Dec 2018

    Defect

    The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk

    Remedy

    A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles

    Build window

    Built 8 Jul 2013 – 27 Jun 2015

    ~225,449 vehicles affected

  15. EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD POTENTIALLY LEAK OVER TIME

    R/2018/258 · 5 Nov 2018

    5 Nov 2018

    Defect

    The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.

    Build window

    Built 2 Dec 2014 – 2 May 2017

    ~153,602 vehicles affected

  16. EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD POTENTIALLY LEAK OVER TIME

    R/2018/258 · 5 Nov 2018

    5 Nov 2018

    Defect

    The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.

    Build window

    Built 16 Oct 2014 – 20 Dec 2017

    ~153,602 vehicles affected

  17. SOFTWARE FAULT IN CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/260 · 15 Oct 2018

    15 Oct 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 18 May 2018 – 25 May 2018

    ~1,642 vehicles affected

  18. SOFTWARE FAULT IN CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/260 · 15 Oct 2018

    15 Oct 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 25 May 2018 – 11 Jun 2018

    ~1,642 vehicles affected

  19. SOFTWARE FAULT IN CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/260 · 15 Oct 2018

    15 Oct 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 17 May 2018 – 29 May 2018

    ~1,642 vehicles affected

  20. SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/211 · 20 Aug 2018

    20 Aug 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 17 May 2018 – 6 Jun 2018

    ~4,025 vehicles affected

  21. SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/211 · 20 Aug 2018

    20 Aug 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 22 May 2018 – 6 Jun 2018

    ~4,025 vehicles affected

  22. SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/211 · 20 Aug 2018

    20 Aug 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 18 May 2018 – 6 Jun 2018

    ~4,025 vehicles affected

  23. SOFTWARE FAULT WITH CRANKSHAFT SENSOR

    R/2018/211 · 20 Aug 2018

    20 Aug 2018

    Defect

    The affected vehicles may be equipped with a crankshaft sensor with a software fault. The crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the crankshaft transmitter due to an improper firmware level. The firmware does not compensate sufficiently the temperature gradients and the magnetic field strength of the sensor electronic. If the crankshaft sensor cannot process the signal values from the transmitter the Digital Diesel Electronic (DDE) will notice that and change to the emergency operation mode. The emergency mode will be displayed by the check control message �engine malfunction�. The driver may notice a rough running engine and a reduced driving power (70%). However an engine stalling during driving conditions cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the crankshaft sensor will be replaced with a new version.

    Build window

    Built 10 May 2018 – 7 Jun 2018

    ~4,025 vehicles affected

  24. FRONT AXLE SWIVEL BEARINGS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION

    R/2018/171 · 9 Jul 2018

    9 Jul 2018

    Defect

    Due to a fault in the supplier production process the swivel bearings on the front axle of the affected vehicles may not have been produced to specification. Due to an insufficient heat treatment the fracture strain has been reduced. The affected swivel bearings could break causing loss of wheel guidance during driving.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles both swivel bearings will be checked and if necessary replaced with a part produced to specification.

    Build window

    Built 24 Apr 2018 – 1 May 2018

    ~100 vehicles affected

  25. AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY

    R/2017/011 · 10 Jan 2017

    10 Jan 2017

    Defect

    The igniter for the certain airbag modules may not have been correctly manufactured which may affect air bag deployment in the event of a collision.

    Remedy

    Where necessary replace affected airbag modules.

    Build window

    Built 8 Aug 2016 – 14 Nov 2016

    ~668 vehicles affected

  26. POWER STEERING MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    R/2016/300 · 21 Dec 2016

    21 Dec 2016

    Defect

    The electrical contact of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) is not sufficiently robust over the service life of the vehicle. As a result the power steering support may fail possibly leading to disconcerting driving situation for the driver. Additionally in a few cases a localised thermal event cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering gear (EPS).

    Build window

    Built 19 Sep 2011 – 8 Dec 2015

    ~41 vehicles affected

  27. POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL

    R/2016/224 · 4 Oct 2016

    4 Oct 2016

    Defect

    The bolts securing the rear axle support should not be re-used after removal. Affected vehicles may have had the rear axle support refitted after repair work using the original fitted bolts. These may work and though noise and vibration are likely continued use may affect the vehicle's handling.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the rear axle support bolts.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jan 2015 – 1 Sep 2016

    ~60 vehicles affected

  28. ENGINE MAY STALL

    R/2015/109 · 8 Jun 2015

    8 Jun 2015

    Defect

    The in tank fuel pump may contain sub components that have not been correctly nickel plated. This may cause excessive friction leading to the fuel pump being inoperative. The driver may experience a no start condition or in the worst case an engine stall. A warning lamp and error message will display. Steering and brakes will still function.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the in tank fuel pump with a modified version.

    Build window

    Built 1 Sep 2013 – 30 Apr 2014

    ~1,646 vehicles affected

  29. SEAT BELT MAY MALFUNCTION

    R/2014/188 · 6 Jan 2015

    6 Jan 2015

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the Driver's seatbelt retractor may be faulty. The seat belt may be hard to pull out or below zero degrees it may not be possible to pull the belt out. In these instances a driver may not be able to use the belt as intended.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles Check belt operation and replace belt if necessary

    Build window

    Built 1 Sep 2014 – 31 Mar 2015

    ~1,502 vehicles affected

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Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

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