Carwatch Weekly 2023 CW 30

BMW Korea Co., Ltd.: BMW i4 eDrive40, BMW iX3 M Sport, BMW i4 M50, BMW iX xDrive50

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (KR)

Manufacturing period: 21.06.2022 – 30.08.2022 (17 units affected)

Component(s): electrical equipment, etc.

Defect: integrated charging unit to produce procedure middle Circuit substrate damaged in the state Assembled normally not working won&# …
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YAMAHA: YFM450FWB, , YFM700FWAD, YFM700FWB

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2023 (2 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Software error causes a delay in blinking. …
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EVOBUS: CITARO

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2023 (218 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Faulty screw connection of the door drive can cause the inward swinging door to open while driving. …
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MERCEDES-BENZ: C-KLASSE, C-KLASSE AMG

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2023 (804 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: If the 12V and 48V ground points are not screwed properly, the electric drive may fail. In the worst case, heat development with …
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GIRARDIN: G5 SCHOOL BUS

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (141 units affected)

Component(s): Electrical

Defect: On certain G5 electric school buses built on a Ford chassis, a problem with the vehicle control software could cause overheating …
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FORD: ESCAPE, F-250 SUPER DUTY, F-350 SUPER DUTY, F-450 SUPER DUTY, F-550 SUPER DUTY

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (6571 units affected)

Component(s): Lights And Instruments

Defect: On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster could remain blank. As a result, warnings, tell-tales and gauges may not display. N …
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FORD: F-450 SD, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-550 SD

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1339 units affected)

Component(s): STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Super Duty F250, F350, F450, and F550 vehicles. If the driver and front pas …
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FORD: F-150

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (870701 units affected)

Component(s): PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the …
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CITROEN: C3, C3 AIRCROSS

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (795 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Incorrect steel hardness of the rear cross member can lead to breakage, which affects driving stability. …
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TOYOTA: PROACE, PROACE CITY

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2023 – 31.12.2023 (108 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Incorrect calibration of the temperature sensor on the charging cable can lead to overheating and fire. …
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MACK: LR

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (3 units affected)

Component(s): Electrical

Defect: On a small number of LR Electric trucks, the fasteners that connect the high-voltage batteries to the busbar may have been over- …
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VOLVO: VAH, VHD, VNL, VNR

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (8084 units affected)

Component(s): Visual System

Defect: On certain trucks, the gears in the windshield wiper motor could wear. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work. …
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FORD: F-450 SD, ESCAPE, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-550 SD

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (38695 units affected)

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Escape, Super Duty F-250, Super Duty F-350, Super Duty F-450, and Super Duty …
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FORD: FIESTA

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2023 – 31.12.2023 (47 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Incorrect tightening torque can lead to loosening of the swivel joint and thus to failure of the steering. …
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MERCEDES-BENZ: GLC

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2023 (329 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Incorrectly routed transmission wiring harness can chafe and consequently lead to loss of propulsion. …
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MICRO BIRD: G5 COMMERCIAL BUS

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (8 units affected)

Component(s): Electrical

Defect: On certain G5 electric buses built on a Ford chassis, a problem with the vehicle control software could cause overheating in the …
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VOLVO: VNR

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (9 units affected)

Component(s): Electrical

Defect: On a small number of VNR Electric trucks, the fasteners that connect the high-voltage batteries to the busbar may have been over …
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FORD: F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (201 units affected)

Component(s): Other

Defect: Under certain conditions, the driver and/or passenger window automatic reversal system may not detect an obstruction when the wi …
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FORD: F-53, F-59

Publication (source): 24.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (5558 units affected)

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-53 recreational stripped chassis and F-59 commercial stripped chassis vehi …
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VOLVO: VNRE

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (172 units affected)

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric vehicles. The rivnut threaded inserts ins …
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MACK: LRBE

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (9 units affected)

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2022-2023 LR battery electric trucks. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high …
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VOLVO: VNL, VHD, VNR, VAH

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (55012 units affected)

Component(s): VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. The windshield wiper mo …
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BENTLEY: CONTINENTAL GTC

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2020 (333 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Sharp edges on the seat frame can cause the airbag to tear when the seat airbag is deployed. …
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EVOBUS: CITARO

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2021 (10 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Display monitor above Door II may detach and fall into passenger compartment. …
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FORD: F-150

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (178109 units affected)

Component(s): Brakes

Defect: On certain trucks, the rear axle wiring harness could rub against the rear axle housing. Over time, this could cause damage to t …
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MACK: LR

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (19 units affected)

Component(s): STRUCTURE

Defect: Mack Trucks, Inc. (Mack) is recalling certain 2024 LR garbage trucks. The reinforcing floor welds may be missing from around th …
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CUPRA: FORMENTOR

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2023 – 31.12.2023 (254 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Defective rear wheel carriers can break prematurely and impair driving stability. …
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LAND ROVER: RANGE ROVER

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2023 (1007 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Tail lights and rear brake lights (and rear turn signals on US vehicles) may not function. …
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OPEL: CROSSLAND X

Publication (source): 25.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (1386 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Incorrect steel hardness of the rear cross member can lead to breakage, which affects driving stability. …
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MERCEDES-BENZ: undefined

Publication (source): 26.07.2023 (NZ)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: EQS 450 vehicles only. The software of the electric drivetrain might not meet specifications. In this case, under specific condi …
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MERCEDES-BENZ: undefined

Publication (source): 26.07.2023 (NZ)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: On certain vehicles the equipped tires might not meet the load requirements. In this case, the tire carcass may be damaged while …
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YAMAHA: XTZ690D

Publication (source): 26.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (336 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Possible failure of the turn signal switch due to an incorrectly installed cable tie …
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JAGUAR: I-PACE

Publication (source): 26.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2019 – 31.12.2023 (3595 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Thermal overload of the high-voltage system can cause a fire under the vehicle. …
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Mercedes Benz Korea Co., Ltd.: EQS 450+, EQS 450 4MATIC

Publication (source): 26.07.2023 (KR)

Manufacturing period: 09.09.2021 – 16.12.2022 (3 units affected)

Component(s): Ride and Interior Others

Defect: production process by error Because back seat safety belt of the buckle bolt is properly tighten would not have number there is, …
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REVHD: HUBCAPS

Publication (source): 26.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (37020 units affected)

Component(s): WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER

Defect: RevHD is recalling certain oil and PSI oil Hubcaps with part number RHO-T03&-S01&-T04, and sizes 6" to 8". The lens on the hubc …
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Opel: Corsa

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (EU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Friction between the double pedal mechanism and the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) harness, can cause the harness …
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ALFA ROMEO: GIULIA, STELVIO

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2016 – 31.12.2021 (213 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Excessive clamping force of the parking brake, caused by a fault in the braking system module, can cause the carbon-ceramic brak …
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JAGUAR: I-PACE

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (11 units affected)

Component(s): Heater And Defroster

Defect: On certain vehicles, the high-voltage coolant heater could fail. If this happens, you may experience reduced cabin heat, and the …
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KAWASAKI: ZX400

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (991 units affected)

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Defect: Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2023 ZX400SPFNL motorcycles. The alternator may fail due to a loose co …
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TIGERTOUGH SEAT COVERS: SEAT COVER

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (500 units affected)

Component(s): AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW,SEATS

Defect: Sewn Products DBA TigerTough (TigerTough) is recalling certain TigerTough seat covers, models T62213BLK and T62131BLK. The stit …
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VW: POLO, T-CROSS, TAIGO

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2020 – 31.12.2022 (7032 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Failure of seat belt reminders. …
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CITROEN, Opel, Peugeot: Berlingo / Combo / Partner

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (EU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: The maximum load on the factory fitted tyres is lower than the maximum permitted weight on the rear axle. Overloading the tyres …
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Ford: Focus

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (EU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Faulty rear seat-belt buckles could impair the restraining effect and could open in case of an accident, increasing the risk of …
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VW: Crafter

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (EU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: The airbag inflator may be faulty. In the event of an accident this can lead to the release of fragments of the front airbag fro …
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BUICK,CHEVROLET: VERANO, CAMARO, SONIC, TRAX, VOLT

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (101 units affected)

Component(s): Airbag

Defect: On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the air …
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Peugeot: 3008, 508

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (EU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: The traction battery can overheat due to faulty monitoring software and catch fire. The product does not comply with the Regulat …
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Seat: Tarraco

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (EU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: The rear left door may have insufficient impact absorption. This affects the general robustness of this door, increasing the ri …
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CHEVROLET,BUICK: CAMARO, SONIC, VERANO, VOLT

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (767 units affected)

Component(s): AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side ai …
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AutoPacific Australia Pty Ltd: unknown

Publication (source): 27.07.2023 (AU)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): unknown

Defect: Welds in the product may fail or break causing the arm of the bracket and wheel to bend away from the vehicle or detach from the …
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Mercedes-Benz: E-Class (213 platform) plug-in hybrid

Publication (source): 28.07.2023 (UAE)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain E-Class (213 platform) plug-in hybrid vehicles, the manufacturing of the wiring …
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CAN-AM: RYKER

Publication (source): 28.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2022 (538 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Breakage of the bolt on the handlebar stem can lead to a loss of steering control. …
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ALTEC: AERIAL DEVICE, DIGGER DERRICK

Publication (source): 28.07.2023 (US)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (535 units affected)

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Defect: Altec Industries, Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Aerial Devices (AT, TA, L44, L45, LR8, AA, AM, AN) and D series Di …
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PORSCHE: PANAMERA

Publication (source): 28.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2015 – 31.12.2021 (3134 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Moisture entering the control unit of the auxiliary pump for climate control can cause a fire, even after it has been switched o …
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RENAULT: KOLEOS

Publication (source): 28.07.2023 (DE (KBA))

Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2023 (2064 units affected)

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: Parts of the bonnet can become detached from the vehicle due to a faulty connection and get into the traffic area. There is an i …
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LUCID: AIR

Publication (source): 28.07.2023 (CA)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (57 units affected)

Component(s): Lights And Instruments

Defect: On certain vehicles, the nuts that attach the windshield wiper arms may loosen unexpectedly. This could cause the wipers to slip …
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MERCEDES-BENZ: undefined

Publication (source): 31.07.2023 (NZ)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: The fuel pump impeller might not meet specifications in regards to material characteristics …
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MERCEDES-BENZ: undefined

Publication (source): 31.07.2023 (NZ)

Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.

Component(s): n.a.

Defect: an oil leakage may occur due to a potentially faulty insertion process of the rear axle radial shaft sealing ring. …
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