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Carwatch Weekly 2021 CW 11


Mazda:
Publication (source): 21.03.2021 (AU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (n.a.)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the boot’s power liftgate may partially lower unexpectedly from the fully opened position when the vehicle is parked facing uphi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Nissan:
Publication (source): 21.03.2021 (AU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (n.a.)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the stop lamp relay may stick in the on position. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Other brands:
Publication (source): 18.03.2021 (AU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (n.a.)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: due to a manufacturing defect, the rear brake pipe may leak brake fluid. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

CONTINENTAL: –
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2019.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: tires that are not manufactured according to specifications can lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and loss of control over t Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

HYUNDAI: TUCSON
Publication (source): 17.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2020.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: ingress of dirt and moisture can lead to a short circuit within the abs module. a fire cannot be ruled out as a result of an ele Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

LAND ROVER: [DISCOVERY SPORT, |, RANGE ROVER EVOQUE]
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2020 (6.661 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: overvoltages that occur can cause damage to electrical components and, as a result, failure of the electrical systems and even a Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

LAND ROVER: DISCOVERY
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2020 (705 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: incorrect ground contact between the battery and the body can lead to failure of the electrical systems and the engine. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

LAMBORGHINI: URUS
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2017 – 31.12.2020.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: a leak can occur in the area of the fuel line, which increases the risk of fire. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ truck: VITO
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2020 (2.663 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: if the fording depth is incorrectly stated in the operating instructions, electrical errors and a fire hazard can occur with app Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ truck: VITO
Publication (source): 19.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2020 (30 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the seat belt tensioner may not function properly over the life of the vehicle. this increases the risk of injury if an accident Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ truck: VITO
Publication (source): 18.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2020 (95 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the welding of the seat frame of the passenger seat was not carried out according to the specifications. this increases the risk Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES BENZ: GLE
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2020 (10 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: tires that are not manufactured according to specifications can lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and loss of control over t Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

NISSAN: [JUKE, |, E-NV200]
Publication (source): 18.03.2021 (DE, KBA)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2019 (981 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: due to a production error, the driver's airbag may not function properly if an accident occurs. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW: M440I,430I
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1.850 units affected)
Component(s): AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:THORAX,AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD
Defect: bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2021 430i and m440i 4 series convertible vehicles. in certain side-impact Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

JAYCO,ENTEGRA: EMBARK,REATTA
Publication (source): 17.03.2021 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (29 units affected)
Component(s): EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:FURNACE
Defect: jayco, inc. (jayco) is recalling certain 2021 jayco embark, and entegra reatta class a motorhomes. the lp furnace hose may be r Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

INGERSOLL: SMART-STEER
Publication (source): 15.03.2021 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1.238 units affected)
Component(s): STEERING,STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Defect: dexter axle company (dexter axle) is recalling certain ingersoll smart-steer self steer axles. the steering arm may detach from Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

KEYSTONE: COUGAR
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (31 units affected)
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect: keystone rv company (keystone) is recalling certain 2021 cougar 29mbs, 30rls, 315rls, 316rls, 32bhs, 353srx, 364bhl, and 368mbi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

TOYOTA: RAV4
Publication (source): 17.03.2021 (CA)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (5.315 units affected)
Component(s): Tires
Defect: issue: certain vehicles were built with tires that may have been cured too long. as a result, the sidewall could crack or the t Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW: 7 SERIES,8 SERIES,3 SERIES,5 SERIES,4 SERIES,Z4
Publication (source): 15.03.2021 (UK)
Manufacturing period: 02.02.2021,29.01.2021,27.01.2021,01.02.2021,28.01.2021 – 05.02.2021,04.02.2021,03.02.2021 (705 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which are not to specification Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW: 1 SERIES
Publication (source): 15.03.2021 (UK)
Manufacturing period: 15.04.2004,26.09.2007,17.11.2006,29.08.2007 – 22.05.2011,21.05.2011 (181.011 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the blower regulator wiring could be damaged and could lead to partial contact of individual wire strands Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD: SPRINTER
Publication (source): 16.03.2021 (UK)
Manufacturing period: 12.11.2020 – 12.11.2020 (9 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the accelerator pedal may not have been mounted on the vehicle in accordance with the specification Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

CHRYSLER UK LTD: RAM 2500 PICKUP,RAM 1500 PICKUP,JEEP WRANGLER,JEEP GLADIATOR
Publication (source): 17.03.2021 (UK)
Manufacturing period: 17.06.2019 – 02.08.2019 (1 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: the front seat belt retractor may have been built with an improperly formed wave disc Subscribe Carwatch Weekly