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Carwatch Weekly 2022 CW 51


MERCEDES-BENZ: GLE350,GLE450,AMG GLE53,GLS450,AMG GLE63
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (69 units affected)
Component(s): STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles. T Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: GLE,GLS
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2022 (8 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Incorrect screw connection of the steering coupling can impair the steerability of the vehicle. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: S500
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1 units affected)
Component(s): STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2022 S 500 vehicle. The dashboard may be insufficiently attached, which can res Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

PETERBILT: 320,520
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (15658 units affected)
Component(s): SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2023 Peterbilt 320 and 520 refuse trucks equipped with Haulmaax/EX suspen Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

LIGHTNING EMOTORS: FE4
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (27 units affected)
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect: Lightning eMotors Inc. (Lightning eMotors) is recalling certain 2021-2022 FE4-129 vehicles equipped with Romeo Power battery pac Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

HYUNDAI: KONA ELECTRIC
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (853 units affected)
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
Defect: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Kona EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have bee Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: AMG GT 63,AMG GT53
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (11 units affected)
Component(s): LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG GT53 and AMG GT 63 vehicles. In certain types of crash events, the Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: AMG G63
Publication (source): 19.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (278 units affected)
Component(s): POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT,POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 AMG G63 4×4-squared vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may c Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Daimler Truck Korea Co., Ltd.: Arocs, Actros
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 03.11.2021 – 09.12.2021 (21 units affected)
Component(s): fuel system, etc.
Defect: The circuit board of the accelerator pedal ( ) When the voltage rises due to a design error, the diode may be destroyed and the Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

PORSCHE: 911
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2023 (123 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Incorrect adhesion of the leather covering of the dashboard can impair the deployment of the front passenger airbag. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

CITROEN: C3
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (1 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Faulty screw connections can lead to damage or the loss of parts of the brake system, the power steering and/or the wheel guide. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

AUTEC: VIDRA (VD)
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (1648 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The screw hole geometry could be faulty due to a manufacturing error. This could lead to possible loosening of the screw connect Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

GM Korea Co., Ltd.: GMC Sierra
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 08.06.2022 – 22.11.2022 (223 units affected)
Component(s): lighting device
Defect: There may be a software error in the body control module, which may cause a recall due to the possibility of increasing the risk Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW Korea Co., Ltd.: n.a.
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 11.06.2018 – 28.03.2022 (28 units affected)
Component(s): prime mover (power generator), etc.
Defect: Coolant leakage inside the exhaust gas recirculation system may occur, and in this case, the engine output may be limited or the Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW Korea Co., Ltd.: 35 models including BMW 118d
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 06.04.2014 – 30.07.2020 (113 units affected)
Component(s): prime mover (power generator), etc.
Defect: Recall due to possible leakage of coolant inside the exhaust gas recirculator cooler (* Prevents the possibility of coolant leak Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Sports Motorcycle Korea: 1290 SUPER DUKE R
Publication (source): 20.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 11.02.2020 – 29.04.2022 (53 units affected)
Component(s): electrical equipment
Defect: Damage to the sheath caused by interference between the main wiring harness and body components may cause wiring disconnection, Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Subaru Automobile (China) Co., Ltd.: Forester
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: In some seat belt retractors used for replacement and maintenance, the torsion bar of the force limiter has an unqualified shape Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Weichai New Energy Commercial Vehicle Co., Ltd.: K121
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (63 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The side guard parts fail. The protective molding mold on the supplier's side is unstable and does not meet the requirement Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Chrysler (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd.: Grand Voyager
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (711 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to internal failure of the traction battery, some 2018 plug-in hybrid Grand Caravan models may potentially cause a fire from Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Hyundai Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd.: Kia K9
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (43 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A short circuit may occur inside the HECU (Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit) of the vehicle, which may cause a fire in the engi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

CITROEN: BERLINGO, C3, C4 CACTUS, C4 PICASSO, C4
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2017 – 31.12.2017 (768 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Poor oil quality could damage the timing belt, causing particles from this belt to clog the vacuum pump. As a result, the functi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

PEUGEOT: PARTNER, 208, 2008, 308, 3008, 5008
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2017 – 31.12.2017 (1625 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Poor oil quality could damage the timing belt, causing particles from this belt to clog the vacuum pump. As a result, the functi Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

VOLVO: S60, S90, S90L, V60, V90, XC60, XC90
Publication (source): 21.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2022 (8054 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A fault in the engine control unit can lead to the combustion engine not starting if this is necessary in the event of a dead tr Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Volkswagen Group Korea Co., Ltd.: Q7 55 TFSI qu. Premium, Q8 55 TFSI qu. Premium
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 17.09.2020 – 22.01.2021 (369 units affected)
Component(s): fuel system, etc.
Defect: The internal parts (impeller) of the fuel pump may be damaged due to lack of durability, and if fuel is not supplied properly du Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

KTM: KTM 300 EXC Sixdays
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to a manufacturing defect, the clutch output cylinders may fail. This increases the risk of an accident. The product does no Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Mercedes-Benz: Sprinter
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A component of the parking lock system may wear out. As a result, the vehicle may begin to move out of parking position, increas Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Lexus: Various models of GS, IS and RC
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to the improper design of the flange attaching the vent tube to the fuel tank, a stress-related crack could develop on the o Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Toyota: Avensis
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The density of the propellant in the airbag inflator may be reduced due to high temperature cycling and moisture in the propella Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Lamborghini: Countach
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to the improper bonding of the glass, the window glass of the rear engine bonnet could become completely detached from the v Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

OPEL: VIVARO, ZAFIRA
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2022 (84 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The additional sign for the additional heater is missing in the fuel filler flap, deviation from UN-ECE R 122. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd.: Dedicated operating vehicle
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (7 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: 1. The connection method of the rear lower protection is spot welding, and the strength of the rear lower protection device weld Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

VW – Volkswagen: Polo
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to a manufacturing error the rear spoiler may not have been bonded to the tailgate. As a result the spoiler could detach, po Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Polestar: Polestar 1
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: High voltage battery cells can overheat when the battery is fully charged. This can lead to a thermal event inside the battery, Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ LKW: ACTROS, AROCS, ECONIC
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2021 (31 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The speed limit when using the refuse collection vehicle's step plate only works to a limited extent. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Daimler Truck & Bus (China) Co., Ltd.: Actros 963
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (2 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: As part of an ongoing quality monitoring process, we discovered that on the vehicle reported for model Actros 963, the supplier Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Nissan (China) Investment Co., Ltd.: G new name Q60,M new name Q70
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (4511 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Some vehicles within the scope of this recall are damaged by the occupant classification system (OCS) due to damage to the passe Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW (China) Automobile Trading Co., Ltd.: S.
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (CN)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (28 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The thread coating on the fastening bolts of the clutch cover is too thick, resulting in a loss of the preload of the bolts afte Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

CITROEN: SPACETOURER
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (11 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The additional sign for the additional heater is missing in the fuel filler flap, deviation from UN-ECE R 122. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

PEUGEOT: TRAVELLER
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (7 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The additional sign for the additional heater is missing in the fuel filler flap, deviation from UN-ECE R 122. Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW: X1, iX1
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: When water penetrates the basic control unit, different electrical functions may be impaired, such as lights and central locking Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

HARLEY DAVIDSON: Nightster 2022 RH975
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to the poor quality of the handlebar welding, a separation of the inner and outer sections of the handlebar can occur. This Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Peugeot: Expert, Traveller
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to the contact of the fuel line with the bodywork and plastic parts, there may be a possibility of a fuel leak at the rear o Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

OPEL: Grandland X
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to cell voltage deviation, a thermal event can occur inside the high-voltage battery, increasing the risk of fire. The produ Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: C CLASS,CLK CLASS,CLS CLASS,E CLASS
Publication (source): 22.12.2022 (CA)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (10460 units affected)
Component(s): Structure
Defect: On certain vehicles, the sunroof glass may not be properly attached to the sliding roof frame. Over time, the glass can become l Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

MERCEDES-BENZ: G-KLASSE
Publication (source): 23.12.2022 (DE (KBA))
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2022 (158 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Rear-wheel drive housing that does not meet the specification can crack and result in transmission oil escaping onto the road su Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

ACURA: TLX
Publication (source): 23.12.2022 (US)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (19 units affected)
Component(s): TIRES:BEAD
Defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022 Acura TLX vehicles. The tires may have sustained cuts and tears duri Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Hwachang Trading Co., Ltd.: CHIEF VINTAGE, SPRINGFIELD
Publication (source): 23.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 02.08.2019 – 04.06.2020 (12 units affected)
Component(s): electrical equipment
Defect: There may be poor contact between the vehicle control module (VEHICLE CONTROL MODULE) and the connector, and in this case, recal Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

BMW Korea Co., Ltd.: BMW i4 eDrive40, BMW i4 M50, BMW i7 xDrive60, BMW iX M60, BMW iX xDrive40, BMW iX xDrive50, BMW iX3 M Sport
Publication (source): 23.12.2022 (KR)
Manufacturing period: 01.09.2020 – 02.11.2022 (5 units affected)
Component(s): electrical equipment
Defect: Intermittent misdiagnosis of the battery condition can cause battery charging to suddenly stop or the high-voltage system to be Subscribe Carwatch Weekly

Aus Holdco Pty Ltd trading as BLA Distribution:
Publication (source): 23.12.2022 (AU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The thread ring for the connector between the fuel canister and the collection water bowl may be faulty. If the thread ring is f Subscribe Carwatch Weekly