Swift

All recall notices.

1. Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on check valve of vacuum pump

   R/2022/267 · 1 Dec 2022

   1 Dec 2022

   Defect

   Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on the check valve of brake vacuum pump.

   Remedy

   Replace the vacuum pump check valve.

   Build window

   Built 7 Oct 2017 – 12 Jun 2019

   ~71,508 vehicles affected

2. UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE SIDE AIR BAG CURTAIN AIR BAG AND SEAT PRE TENSIONER MAY OCCUR WHEN REAR DOOR IS SLAMMED SHUT.

   R/2019/186 · 12 Jun 2019

   12 Jun 2019

   Defect

   Unintended activation of side and curtain air bags and seat belt pre-tensioner.

   Remedy

   Software update to Airbag Controle Module.

   Build window

   Built 3 Feb 2017 – 13 Feb 2019

   ~22,437 vehicles affected

3. INTEGRATED STARTER GENERATOR BELT BELT MAY FAIL

   R/2018/078 · 26 Mar 2018

   26 Mar 2018

   Defect

   Due to a lack of strength in the Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) Belt may break during usage. If this happens the water pump will become inoperative and the charging light will illuminate. The coolant temperature warning light will also light due to an increase in coolant temperature. In the worst case scenario the engine may stall and not restart.

   Remedy

   On affected vehicles replace the ISG belt.

   Build window

   Built 3 Feb 2017 – 13 Mar 2017

   ~2,247 vehicles affected

4. BATTERY MAY FAIL TO CHARGE WHICH COULD CAUSE ENGINE TO STALL AND LIGHTS TO FADE

   R/2018/071 · 13 Mar 2018

   13 Mar 2018

   Defect

   Due to incorrect software in the Engine Control Module (ECM) the ENG A-STOP (Engine Auto Stop Start System) OFF light may blink & the ENG A-STOP system may become inoperative. If the car is driven continuously in this condition the lead-acid battery will not be charged. In the worst case there is a possibility that the lights will dim and the engine may stall and not restart due to low battery voltage.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogramme the ECM with corrected software.

   Build window

   Built 7 Jan 2017 – 1 Nov 2017

   ~6,313 vehicles affected

5. BATTERY MAY FAIL TO CHARGE WHICH COULD CAUSE ENGINE TO STALL AND LIGHTS TO FADE

   R/2018/071 · 13 Mar 2018

   13 Mar 2018

   Defect

   Due to incorrect software in the Engine Control Module (ECM) the ENG A-STOP (Engine Auto Stop Start System) OFF light may blink & the ENG A-STOP system may become inoperative. If the car is driven continuously in this condition the lead-acid battery will not be charged. In the worst case there is a possibility that the lights will dim and the engine may stall and not restart due to low battery voltage.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogramme the ECM with corrected software.

   Build window

   Built 24 Feb 2017 – 1 Nov 2017

   ~6,313 vehicles affected

6. BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED

   R/2016/106 · 20 Jun 2016

   20 Jun 2016

   Defect

   The rear calipers may not have been manufacturer to design specifications. as a result the seals may allow brake fluid to leak. This may affect brake efficiency but the brake fluid level warning light will illuminate before the reservoir is depleted .

   Remedy

   On affected vehicles replace rear calipers

   Build window

   Built 1 Sep 2014 – 22 Dec 2015

   ~8,045 vehicles affected

7. REAR AXLE MAY FAIL

   R/2016/041 · 8 Mar 2016

   8 Mar 2016

   Defect

   The fixing bolts for the rear axle were mixed with bolts that have no anti friction coating. It is possible that a bolt/s may loosen come off or break and the vehicle could become impossible to drive.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace rear axle bolts.

   Build window

   Built 29 Oct 2015 – 17 Dec 2015

   ~2,760 vehicles affected

8. ENGINE FAILURE MAY OCCUR

   R/2014/105 · 30 Oct 2014

   30 Oct 2014

   Defect

   The bolts fixing the pulley to the water pump may work loose and drop out. If they drop out the water pump will not function and the engine will overheat leading to possible engine damage.

   Remedy

   Check bolts for tightness. If existing bolts are to correct torque replace with new bolts. If existing bolts are not to correct torque replace bolts water pump and drive belt.

   Build window

   Built 11 Sep 2013 – 11 Nov 2013

   ~1,568 vehicles affected

9. BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK

   R/2014/045 · 24 Apr 2014

   24 Apr 2014

   Defect

   Brake pipe can vibrate and rub against the engine mounting. Prolonged rubbing can cause damage to the brake pipe and allow brake fluid leakage. Resulting in a reduction in braking performance.

   Remedy

   Replace pipe on affected vehicles with a modified (longer and rerouted) brake pipe.

   Build window

   Built 22 Mar 2013 – 10 Feb 2014

   ~6,376 vehicles affected

10. ESP MAY NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY

    R/2011/155 · 12 Jan 2012

    12 Jan 2012

    Defect

    Possibility of improper ABS/ESP/TCS function during extreme driving conditions due to production failure of certain ESP units.Normal braking is not affected.

    Remedy

    Check ESP unit and if affected replace the ESP unit.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jun 2011 – 31 Jul 2011

    ~215 vehicles affected

11. TYRE MAY FOUL BODY

    R/2011/033 · 5 May 2011

    5 May 2011

    Defect

    It is possible that the standard 15 inch steel wheel may have been replaced with 16 or 17 inch alloy wheels by dealers. This can result if driven on full lock and up or down high objects in the tyre contacting the inside of the inner wheel arch/housing.

    Remedy

    Recall all potentially affected vehicles to have the steering rack replaced with a rack that is used with 16/17 inch alloy wheels as standard.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~2 vehicles affected

12. STEERING CONTROL COULD BE LOST

    R/2010/160 · 10 Jan 2011

    10 Jan 2011

    Defect

    Corrosion of the front suspension struts may cause the steering knuckle to become detached from the front suspension strut leading to loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front suspension struts.

    Build window

    Built 1 Oct 1997 – 1 Oct 2002

    ~26,765 vehicles affected

13. REAR SEATBELT ANCHORAGES MAY FAIL

    R/2009/087 · 26 Oct 2009

    26 Oct 2009

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to corrosion build up it is possible that the rear seatbelt anchorages may become structurally weak and may fail under heavy braking.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the rear luggage compartment inspected for corrosion. In all cases the carpet will be changed and the area cleaned. In cases where corrosion is found the area will be cleaned and treated as necessary.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~29,987 vehicles affected

14. BOOT LIGHT MAY CATCH FIRE

    R/2008/178 · 12 Jan 2009

    12 Jan 2009

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a build up of corrosion on the boot light terminals a short circuit may possibly occur. This can result in melting of the terminals which may result in a fire.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the boot light and side quarter trims replaced. Additionally the wiring harness to the boot light will be repaired as necessary.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~31,872 vehicles affected

15. AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INADVERTENTLY

    R/2008/099 · 15 Sep 2008

    15 Sep 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to an incorrect routing of the passenger side airbag wiring harness the potential exists that the passenger side airbag might deploy when the ignition is switched on.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the wiring harness re-routed and fitted with a harness protector.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~15,078 vehicles affected

16. HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL

    R/2007/086 · 10 Sep 2007

    10 Sep 2007

    Defect

    It is possible that the parking brake cable end could detach from the trailing brake shoe lever rendering the parking brake ineffective.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to refit or replace the cables.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~18,352 vehicles affected

17. BRAKES MAY FAIL

    R/2007/009 · 22 Jan 2007

    22 Jan 2007

    Defect

    Under certain conditions there is a possibility that one of the two brake circuits may fail.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected to replace the brake master cylinder.

    Build window

    Built 19 Sep 2005 – 23 Sep 2005

    ~2 vehicles affected

18. CHAFING ELECTRICAL WIRING CONCERN

    R/2001/007 · 2 Mar 2001

    2 Mar 2001

    Defect

    The crankshaft position sensor lead may be abraded by the offside drive shaft. Prolonged contact could result in the shaft severing the wire. In this instance the engine would stall.

    Remedy

    Recall vehicles and fit an additional clip to the wiring harness to hold the harness away from the drive shaft.

    Build window

    Built 11 Aug 2000 – 30 Nov 2000

    ~521 vehicles affected

19. POSSIBLE SLACKENING OF THE STEERING RACK AND INBOARD ENGINE MOUNTING FASTENERS

    R/2000/144 · 15 Dec 2000

    15 Dec 2000

    Defect

    Fasteners on the steering rack and the inboard engine mounting may not have been tightened correctly. In the event that any fasteners come completely undone while the car is being driven the driver could lose control of the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles check the fasteners for correct torque and tighten where necessary.

    Build window

    Built 2 Aug 2000 – 15 Aug 2000

    ~369 vehicles affected