2008

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.

Remedy

Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required.

Defect

Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.

Remedy

Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

Defect

On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.

Remedy

Retighten the affected connections.

Defect

Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.

Remedy

Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.

Defect

On affected vehicles the Autonomous Telematics Box (ATB) has no connectivity to the Connected Services features and therefore does not comply with regulatory requirements.

Remedy

Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Defect

On affected vehicles the Electronic Brake System Module is not according to specification which could potentially lead to light internal leakage of brake fluid.

Remedy

Replace the Electronic Brake System Module.

Defect

Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Remedy

Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.

Remedy

Change the ATB.

Defect

Affected vehicles may experience an autonomous telematic box that cannot connect to the remote server making it not possible to make calls or use other connected services.

Remedy

Disconnect the 12V battery and reconnect it after 15 seconds then check for a trouble code.

Defect

On affected vehicles the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) functionality may not meet regulatory requirements and the Active Emergency Brake (AEB) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) can inadvertently be deactivated by a long press of the ADAS button on the radio.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.

Defect

Affected vehicles may suffer a loss of Hydraulic Brake Compensation (HBC). In a worst-case scenario this can lead to reduced brake performance.

Remedy

Update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration.

Defect

On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

Remedy

Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

Defect

On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.�

Remedy

Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

Defect

On affected vehicles there may be a defect in the operation of the urea injector which may become blocked leading to NOx emissions exceeding regulatory limits.

Remedy

Update the ECU software to avoid the blockage of the urea injector.

Defect

There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the front subframe is not durable enough.

Remedy

Replacing the front subframe assembly.

Defect

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Remedy

Update the engine management software.

Defect

The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.

Remedy

Download new engine management software

Defect

A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain conditions damage the Diesel particle filter.

Remedy

Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.

Defect

An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.

Remedy

On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.

Defect

A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.

Remedy

On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.

Defect

A component in the gearbox actuator may not be to the correct specification which may affect gear selection.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the gearbox actuator

Defect

In the event of emergency braking or during an ESP regulation phase (e.g. avoiding manoeuvre) the hydraulic block may not prevent the locking of a wheel which could affect control of the vehicle.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the braking system hydraulic block

Defect

The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.

Defect

An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.

Defect

The tightening torque of the right hand seat belt lower mountings may not be to the correct specification and the seat belt could detach.

Remedy

On affected vehickles check and if necessary tighten to correct specification.

Defect

On the affected vehicles the non-return valve located inside the fuel tank may not conform to specification. If the vehicle was to roll over there is a risk of a fuel leak.

Remedy

On affected vehicles checking the condition of the valve and replace the tank if necessary.

Defect

On affected vehciles the handbrake adjustment may not have been correctly set during manufacture. This may cause the handbrake to be ineffective unless applied to it's full extent.

Remedy

On affected vehicles check handbrake setting and adjust if necessary.

Defect

Front subframes on affected vehicles may show signs of damage to the left hand mounting point caused during the manufacturing process. Over time this may affect durability and cause the mounting to fail. This can affect security of components attached to the subframe and may affect control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Prior to failure the driver should notice excessive noise from this area. As a safety measure affected vehicles should be checked and where necessary the subframe replaced.

Defect

The front suspension wishbone mounting bolts might not have been manufactured to the correct specification potentially causing a risk of these parts breaking. Broken mounting bolts can be noticed by the driver through noises and poor directional control.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front suspension wishbone mounting bolts.

Defect

It is possible that the connection torque settings for certain steering components on the wheel/strut assembly may not be to specification. The issue will be highlighted to the driver by an increase in the play in the steering but in extreme circumstances could lead to a loss of directional control.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles check and if required retorque the steering components.

Defect

It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.

Remedy

Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.