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All recall notices.

1. RIGHT HAND FRONT SEAT MAY NOT LOCK CORRECTLY

   R/2010/213 · 3 Dec 2010

   3 Dec 2010

   Defect

   It has been established that due to a process problem at a sub supplier the right hand side front seat recliner mechanism may fail. This will result in that the back-rest can't be moved back into the locking position. The condition is very obvious but if ignored and the vehicle is involved in a crash the seat belt which is integral to the seat structure will not restrain the occupant as designed.

   Remedy

   The seat should be inspected and if necessary replaced.

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~121 vehicles affected

2. HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL

   R/2007/170 · 17 Dec 2007

   17 Dec 2007

   Defect

   It has been identified that due to a manufacturing deviation the handbrake cables on certain 9-3s may deform under load. Should this occur a reduced or non-existent handbrake force will ensue.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake cables replaced with quality assured items.

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~320 vehicles affected

3. REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE

   R/2006/047 · 17 May 2006

   17 May 2006

   Defect

   It has been identified that under certain conditions a valve within the brake servo may have a shortened service life due to high ambient and engine bay temperatures. This could affect the functioning of the servo resulting in reduced braking performance

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve checked and replaced if necessary.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jul 2002 – 30 Mar 2005

   ~21,613 vehicles affected

4. REAR AXLE HUB MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION

   R/2005/167 · 3 Jan 2006

   3 Jan 2006

   Defect

   The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. There is a possibility that a rumbling noise may become apparent which if not checked could in extreme circumstances result in the detachment of the hub and severely impaired road holding/handling.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly.

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~571 vehicles affected

5. FUEL PUMP MOUNTED PIPE RETAINING TABS MAY FAIL

   R/2005/021 · 4 May 2005

   4 May 2005

   Defect

   The fuel pipe plastic retaining tabs mounted on the fuel pump may fail and possibly result in a fuel leak.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install a new securing bracket made of steel to hold the fuel pipes in place.

   Build window

   Built 1 Feb 2001 – 1 Feb 2002

   ~7,124 vehicles affected

6. SEAT BELT MAY NOT RETRACT

   R/2004/186 · 4 Feb 2005

   4 Feb 2005

   Defect

   The front seat belt retractors may malfunction with the effect that the spooled out portion of the webbing will not retract.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the seat front seat belts replaced.

   Build window

   Built 1 Oct 2003 – 1 Oct 2004

   ~9,322 vehicles affected

7. POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF BRAKE FLUID

   R/2002/058 · 25 Jun 2002

   25 Jun 2002

   Defect

   As a result of a production process concern a specific batch of brake calliper pistons may release hot hydrogen gas into the braking system fluid.

   Remedy

   Affected vehicles are being recalled for a check on the brake calliper batch numbers. Vehicles equipped with calliper units from the affected batch will have these replaced with quality assured examples.

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~405 vehicles affected