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Temperature Controlled VehiclesThis issue affects vehicles fitted with the AS903 tag axle. The wheel hub retaining nut may not be correctly tightened. The nut may come loose, which will allow the hub to float, and in the worst case, detach. Movement of the hub should in the first instance cause the ABS warning lamp to illuminate. Reference: R/2018/001. (No vehicle IDs given)
RecallsLocalised overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack. This may cause a pressurised oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment. Following an inspection, the fix involves replacing affected components, and fitting a coolant level sensor along with associated software to provide audible and visual warning to the driver. Reference: R/2018/009. Number affected: 8. Vehicle IDs: WF0RXXWPGRDA02986 to WF0UXXWPGUEY66028
RecallsDue to incorrect welding, an axle casing seam may crack and leak oil. In extreme cases, the axle casing may fail. Manufacturers’ reference: SRL1722. Number affected: 18. Vehicle IDs: WDB9670252L811170 to WDB9670272L841524; WDB9702781L823229 to WDB9702782L816013
RecallsThe rear door leaf may not react to command from the driver's manual control. It may also disable the ‘sensitive edge’ of the door and a body could become trapped. Manufacturers’ reference: NBFL-OPO. Number affected: 458. (No vehicle IDs given)
RecallsDue to a deviation in the production process the wheel may crack and possibly fracture between the ventilation holes of the rim. Reference: RC/2017/330. Number affected: 8. Vehicle IDs: 2131381 to 9225352; 5422095; 5481418; 2138417 to 2139269
RecallsA hose clip can damage the power steering return hose for the steering rack. The power steering hose can also contact the wheel housing. If the hose is damaged, hydraulic fluid can discharge and the power steering assistance could fail. In unfavourable cases the hydraulic fluid could come in contact with a hot vehicle component or the brake disc. This could create a danger of accident or fire. Reference: R/2017/333. Number affected: 2,036. Vehicle IDs: WV1ZZZ2HZHH002360 to WV1ZZZ2HZJH004872.
RecallsSome fuel hoses were not manufactured to specification and as a result could crack and leak fuel. The fuel could affect the drivability of the subject vehicle and possibly others using the roads. Reference: R/2017/344. Number affected: 2,501. Vehicle IDs: WV1ZZZ7JZHX016304 to WV1ZZZ7JZHX017460; WV3ZZZ7JZHX016326 to WV3ZZZ7JZHX016975; WV1ZZZ7HZHH074156 to WV1ZZZ7HZHX019033
RecallsThe ‘catch’ bolt for the range change gearshift mechanism may work loose. This may affect gear changes and it is possible drive can be lost. Reference: R/2017/276. Number affected: 1,480. Vehicle IDs: WDB96300320131816 to WDB96342720167977; WDB96302020132089 to WDB96342720167327
RecallsThe battery positive lead may have been incorrectly fitted and may chafe. This may cause a short circuit. Reference: R/2017/277. Number affected: 4. Vehicle IDs: WDB96402420181176 to WDB96421420179446
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