Daf Trucks
XF
10 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.
If your XF is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Daf Trucks dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.
Notices on record
10
Daf Trucks XF · DVSA register
All recall notices.
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WHEN USING ENGINE BRAKE OR THIRD BRAKE IN MOTION BRAKE LIGHTS ARE NOT ACTIVATED
R/2020/301 · 22 Oct 2020
22 Oct 2020Defect
When using the engine brake/intarder or third brake in motion the brake lights are not activated
Remedy
Vehicle software update to the VECU
Build window
Built 23 Oct 2017 – 5 Oct 2020
~2,156 vehicles affected
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POSSIBLE FAILURE OF FLEXIBLE AIR BRAKE HOSE TO THE FRONT AXLE
R/2019/399 · 28 Nov 2019
28 Nov 2019Defect
Possible failure of flexible air brake hose to the front axle.
Remedy
Replace affected hoses with an updated component.
Build window
Built 1 Sep 2017 – 31 Jan 2019
~75 vehicles affected
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POSSIBLE INCORRECT WHEEL NUTS FITTED DURING PRODUCTION
R/2018/201 · 26 Jul 2018
26 Jul 2018Defect
Incorrect wheel nut fitment
Remedy
Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage
Build window
Built 6 Apr 2018 – 26 Nov 2018
~696 vehicles affected
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PROPELLER SHAFT MAY DETACH
R/2017/285 · 13 Oct 2017
13 Oct 2017Defect
Due to an error in production the pinion shaft may not be sufficiently hardened and may fail. This may cause loss of drive and the prop shaft may detach at the pinion.
Remedy
On affected vehicles examine and carry out torque check. Where necessary replace differential.
Build window
Built 23 Aug 2017 – 13 Oct 2017
~165 vehicles affected
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STEERING MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2015/168 · 10 Jul 2015
10 Jul 2015Defect
During production the bolt and nut which secures the universal joint to the steering shaft may not have been tightened correctly on production. This may cause irregularities in steering operation.
Remedy
Check components and bolt tightness . Replace components where necessary
Build window
Built 21 Aug 2013 – 15 Apr 2015
~58 vehicles affected
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POSSIBLE AIR LEAKS ON BRAKE CIRCUIT
R/2012/059 · 23 May 2012
23 May 2012Defect
As part of an ongoing investigation and improvement process there is a requirement to inspect the air piping connections on the hand brake circuit (Circuit 3) for completeness and serviceability.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles for inspection of pipework and report finding to manufacturer.
Build window
Affected build dates not specified
~5,017 vehicles affected
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AIRBAG MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2010/107 · 14 Jun 2010
14 Jun 2010Defect
The position of the airbag electronic control unit (ECU) leaves it susceptible to water damage which may cause the airbag to malfunction.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a bracket and reposition the ECU.
Build window
Built 1 Feb 2006 – 31 Dec 2009
~104 vehicles affected
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WHEEL BEARINGS FITTED TO THE SECOND AXLE MAY FAIL
R/2010/017 · 14 Jan 2010
14 Jan 2010Defect
It has been identified that a number of repairs have been carried out on the hub seals where the bearings have not been replaced. This may lead to bearing failure.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles to replace the full set of wheel bearings and seals to prevent a possible bearing failure.
Build window
Built 1 Sep 2003 – 31 Jul 2009
~463 vehicles affected
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AXLE MAY DISPLACE
R/2009/056 · 20 May 2009
20 May 2009Defect
It has been identified that during production on a number of vehicles the leaf spring of the front axle has been fitted the wrong way round. In the event that the spring should break there would be a reduction of the positional control of the front axle which is afforded by the second leaf eye wrap.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be checked for correct orientation of the front springs which will be corrected if found not to be in compliance.
Build window
Built 1 Mar 2008 – 30 Jun 2008
~743 vehicles affected
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PARKING BRAKE MAY APPLY INADVERTENTLLY
R/2006/108 · 21 Jun 2006
21 Jun 2006Defect
There is a possibility that the clamp ring connecting the brake hose of the parking brake relay valve on the rear axle may have been fitted incorrectly. Should the hose detach the spring parking brake would inadvertently apply.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the position of the clamp ring checked. If found to be incorrect the hose will be cut to the required length and fitted with a new clamp ring and reinforcing sleeve.
Build window
Built 1 Sep 2004 – 31 Dec 2004
~998 vehicles affected
Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.
These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Daf Trucks dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.
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