Although with a little delay due to the Christmas holidays, today we bring you the recalls published weekly by the European Comission, a list that, as you can see, this time includes models with Takata airbas problems, quality failures, assembly problems and various failures.
Brand: TOYOTA
Name: PROACE CITY
Production dates: 14.12.2019 – 24.08.2021
Company recall code: 21SMD-103
Risk type: Injuries
There may be a fuel leak from the auxiliary heater which could cause fuel to spill onto the road.
The product does not meet the requirements established in the Regulation on approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of the systems, components and independent technical units intended for said vehicles.
Make: Volvo
Name: XC40
Production dates: 2019
Company recall code: R10143
Risk type: Injuries
The starter motor may fail, which can cause noise or no engine starting.
Make: Peugeot
Name: Partner / Rifter, 508
Production dates: 08.11.2017 – 29.01.2021
Company recall code: KRH
Risk type: Fire
Due to wiring problems and software update, fuel may leak. Fuel leaks increase the risk of fire
Make: VW
Name: Atlas
Production dates: 20.05.2020 – 4.03.2021
Company recall code: 87H4
Risk type: Injuries
The condensation drain ducts located in the air conditioning housing were not drilled, this prevents condensation from flowing through the condensation duct as expected, allowing it to end up inside the vehicle. Condensation could enter the airbag control unit and cause a malfunction, such as accidental activation.
Make: Hyundai
Name: Tucson
Production dates: from October 2021 to November 2021.
Company recall code: 11DC43
Risk type: Injuries
The rear brake caliper assembly has a material defect that causes poor brake performance. This can increase the risk of an accident.
Make: Citroën, DS
Name: Berlingo, C5 Aircross, DS7 Crossback
Production dates: 19.04.2017 – 11.10.2021
Company recall code: HWY
Risk type: Fire
Due to wiring problems and software update, fuel may leak. Fuel leaks increase the risk of fire
Make: Porsche
Name: Taycan
Production dates: 17.06.2020 -16.11.2020
Company recall code: AMC3
Risk type: Injuries
The suspension arms on the rear axle can be released. This can cause a loss of stability, increasing the risk of an accident.
Brand: Alfa Romeo
Name: Giulia, Stelvio
Production dates: 01.11.2020 – 31.05.2021
Company recall code: 6396
Risk type: Fire
Due to a manufacturing defect, the integrated fuel pressure and temperature sensor in the vehicles in question may affect the fuel supply line. This can lead to fuel leaks, increasing the risk of fire in the engine compartment.
The product does not meet the requirements established in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, as well as the systems, components and independent technical units intended for such vehicles.
Brand: Tesla
Name: Model 3
Production dates: 09/20/2020 – 12/30/2020
Company recall code: SB-21-20-006
Risk type: Injuries
An improperly mounted side curtain airbag may not deploy properly in a crash. This could increase the risk of ejection or injury to passengers.
Brand: Tesla
Name: Model 3, Model Y
Production dates: 01/03/2019 – 06/04/2021
Company recall code: SB-21-31-003
Risk type: Injuries
The front suspension side control arm is attached to the subframe using two clips. Loosening one of these fasteners enough or coming off the subframe can cause the wheel alignment to change. This will cause instability, which could have a negative effect on vehicle control and increase the risk of a collision.
Make: MAZDA
Name: BT 50
Production dates: from May 2, 2006 to September 22, 2011
Company recall code: AJ046B
Risk type: Injuries
Prolonged exposure to moisture can explode the passenger front air bag module. This can cause the air bag to inflate improperly in a crash, releasing metal fragments.
Make: MAZDA
Name: Mazda6
Production dates: from August 3, 2007 to January 29, 2010.
Company recall code: AJ046C
Risk type: Injuries
Prolonged exposure to moisture can explode the passenger front air bag module. This can cause the air bag to inflate improperly in a crash, releasing metal fragments.
