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Carwatch Weekly 2022 CW 14


MERCEDES-BENZ: S500,S580
Publication (source): 04.04.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (4 units affected)
Component(s): STEERING:COLUMN
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic and S500 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connector to the Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: MAYBACH S580
Publication (source): 04.04.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (15 units affected)
Component(s): AIR BAGS,SEATS
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Maybach S580 vehicles. Trim parts on both front seats may detach Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

HYUNDAI: ELANTRA,ACCENT
Publication (source): 04.04.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (6240 units affected)
Component(s): SEAT BELTS:FRONT,SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Elantra and 2020 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the f Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

PIAGGIO: MP3 500
Publication (source): 04.04.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (27 units affected)
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Defect: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2020-2021 MP3 500 HPE scooters. The brake hose terminal fittings zi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

CHAMPION BUS: TRANSIT BUS
Publication (source): 04.04.2022 (CA)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1 units affected)
Component(s): Electrical
Defect: Issue: One bus could have a problem with the rear-mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM). This could cause the taillights not Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Giheung International Co., Ltd.: [McLaren GT]
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 18.09.2019 – 12.08.2021 (16 units affected)
Component(s): Indoor safety device and others
Defect: The connector may be engaged while the locking tab of the Occupant restraint controller connector is not fully locked. Recall ba Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Mercedes-Benz Korea Co., Ltd.: [32 models including A 220]
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 11.05.2016 – 16.09.2021 (100 units affected)
Component(s): Electric device and others
Defect: emergency communication system ( ), if the power supply of the communication module is temporarily interrupted due to a vehicle Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

LAND ROVER: RANGE ROVER,RANGE ROVER SPORT
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (CA)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1256 units affected)
Component(s): Seats And Restraints
Defect: Issue: A problem with the driver’s seat belt could cause it not to lock-up as designed during braking or in a crash. Note: Thi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Tesla Korea Co., Ltd.: [Model S,|,Model X]
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 21.07.2018 – 06.02.2019 (15 units affected)
Component(s): Clock securing device, etc.
Defect: firmware . . at . . . A software error introduced until now may cause the computer to reset in certain vehicles, and if the driv Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Mercedes-Benz Korea Co., Ltd.: [S 350 d,|,S 400 d 4MATIC,|,S 500 4MATIC,|,S 580 4MATIC]
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 11.11.2020 – 19.02.2021 (29 units affected)
Component(s): Riding and indoor equipment, etc.
Defect: The fixing bolt of the airbag control unit may not be properly tightened due to an assembly process error. and recall due to inc Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Kia Corporation: [K7 (VG)]
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 18.11.2009 – 23.05.2016 (164 units affected)
Component(s): Window glass other
Defect: In some vehicles, lifting may occur due to poor adhesion of the windshield. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Mercedes-Benz Korea Co., Ltd.: [S 500 4MATIC,|,S 580 4MATIC]
Publication (source): 05.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 17.09.2021 – 11.10.2021 (2 units affected)
Component(s): Body/car chassis
Defect: Due to a production process error, the thrust arm of the rear axle ( ) may not be properly welded to the surf frame connection Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

KIA:
Publication (source): 06.04.2022 (NZ)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: An upgrade of the (MTC) manual temperature controller and (FATC) Full Automatic Temperature controller Software is required on s Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: S-KLASSE
Publication (source): 06.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2022 (8 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Inadequate welding of the rear thrust strut mount can lead to loosening of the connection and subsequent unstable handling. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

VOLKSWAGEN: TIGUAN
Publication (source): 06.04.2022 (CA)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (38 units affected)
Component(s): Structure
Defect: Issue: This recall is for accessory rear hatch spoilers that were installed on a new vehicle or sold as an accessory part at a Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

LAND ROVER: RANGE ROVER SPORT,RANGE ROVER
Publication (source): 06.04.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (14812 units affected)
Component(s): SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. Th Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ LKW: V-KLASSE,VITO
Publication (source): 06.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2021 (64604 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Poor sealing can result in coolant leaking into the vacuum circuit. As a result, exhaust emissions can increase and there is a r Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Mercedes-Benz: Sprinter
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A defect in the park pawl of the transmission could make the vehicle move unintentionally if the manual parking brake is not act Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

YAMAHA: MTN890, MTN890D, MTT890, MTT890D
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A programming error in the engine control unit may cause the engine malfunction warning to light up and the engine to cut out. A Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Ford: Explorer
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Corrosion of the bearing pin in the bearing bush can increase the frictional resistance of the bearing to such an extent that th Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Triumph: Trident
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The material used for the side support is not strong enough. This can lead to that the side support bends under the weight of t Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMD U Korea Co., Ltd.: [BMW M550d xDrive,|,BMW 750Ld xDrive]
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 13.06.2013 – 26.06.2015 (640 units affected)
Component(s): Prime mover (power generating device), etc.
Defect: Free repair according to the possibility that some incompatible software with the hardware actually installed in the vehicle is Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Porsche: Taycan
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Improper suspension settings on the front and rear axles can lead to incorrect wheel alignment, uneven tread wear during lifetim Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Porsche: Cayenne
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Misalignment of the chassis geometry on some vehicles leads to improper wheel alignment and uneven tread wear up to the exposure Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Mercedes-Benz: Sprinter
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A defect in the park pawl of the transmission could make the vehicle move unintentionally if the manual parking brake is not act Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: EQS-Class
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: An incorrectly bolted earthing connection and potential-equalisation cable for the auxiliary heater can lead to increased electr Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

AUDI: Q3, TT
Publication (source): 07.04.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Design engine covers installed on all affected vehicles could detach from their fixings depending on the conditions of use (e.g. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

AUDI: A6,A7,RS6,RS7
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2021 (24146 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: If the level sensor is not far enough away from the ventilation line, the tank may be run empty unnoticed and the vehicle then b Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ LKW: SPRINTER
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2021 (130 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Incorrect installation of the torsion bar linkage can lead to reduced side roll stability. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

SKODA: OCTAVIA,SUPERB
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2022 (9034 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Incorrect specification of the corresponding fuse can increase the risk of electric shock and fire in the event of a short circu Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

AUDI: A6,A7,A8,RS6,RS7,S6,S7,S8,S8 PLUS
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2012 – 31.12.2017 (12204 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A clogged oil strainer can lead to reduced oil supply in the turbocharger with engine failure. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

KAWASAKI: W800
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2022 (649 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Wiring of the audible signal device can break and cause the horn to fail. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: GLE CLASS,GLS CLASS
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (CA)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (3261 units affected)
Component(s): Electrical
Defect: Issue: On certain vehicles, a ground connection under the front passenger seat may not have been properly tightened. As a resul Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Audi Volkswagen Korea Co., Ltd.: Golf 8 2.0 GTI
Publication (source): 08.04.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 12.01.2022 – 03.02.2022 (80 units affected)
Component(s): Other devices
Defect: Due to insufficient fixing power of the engine cover of the vehicle produced for a specific period, the bonding area may become Subscribe Carwatch Weekly