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Carwatch Weekly 2023 CW 50


HARLEY-DAVIDSON: FLHXSE
Publication (source): 11.12.2023 (United States)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1464 units affected)
Component(s): STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Defect: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain 2023 FLHXSE (Street Glide CVO) motorcycles. The motorcycle
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IFOR WILLIAMS: HBE506, HBX506, HBX511
Publication (source): 11.12.2023 (United Kingdom)
Manufacturing period: 10.05.2023,17.04.2023 – 27.06.2023,07.08.2023,27.07.2023 (368 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to a defect within a certain batch of gas struts fitted to HBX/HBE trailers the ramps may “lock” in the open position. 
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DODGE: RAM
Publication (source): 11.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2023 (807 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Rear view camera failure.
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DODGE: RAM
Publication (source): 11.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2021 – 31.12.2022 (5 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The particulate matter sensor may not have been installed during the manufacturing process.
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VOLVO: S60
Publication (source): 11.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2023 (26 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: If the passenger airbag is incorrectly screwed on, there may be an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.
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GREAT DANE: CHAMPION
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (United States)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (346 units affected)
Component(s): SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Defect: Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain 2024 Champion trailers. The axle spindle nut may have been improperly tig
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BMW: X3, X4, X5
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2023 – 31.12.2023 (2 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The drivers airbag can rupture and throw out metal shavings that can hit and injure the occupants.
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LAND ROVER: RANGE ROVER VELAR
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2023 – 31.12.2023 (479 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Incorrect configuration setting of the tilt sensor (for the vehicle alarm system) results in missing warnings to the driver. The
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TESLA: MODEL 3, MODEL S, MODEL X, MODEL Y
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (192769 units affected)
Component(s): Accessories
Defect: On certain vehicles equipped with the Autosteer advanced driver-assistance feature, the controls that monitor driver engagement
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MAZDA: B SERIES
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (2801 units affected)
Component(s): Airbag
Defect: On certain vehicles, the front passenger airbag may have been installed incorrectly during a previous recall repair. As a result
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ALFA ROMEO,DODGE: TONALE, HORNET
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (5053 units affected)
Component(s): Label
Defect: On certain vehicles, the compliance label does not list the vehicle type in French and lists incorrect measuring units for the g
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Chrysler (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd.: Grand Voyager
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (China [alternate])
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (1971 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to part design reasons, the wiring harness connector inside the transmission is poorly sealed and may come into contact with
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Hyundai Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd.: Ba Rui
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (China [alternate])
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (8284 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: In some Kia Prestige vehicles, due to the uneven application of adhesive between the roof lining and the lining bracket, the lin
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McLaren Auto Sales (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.: ARTURA
Publication (source): 12.12.2023 (China [alternate])
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (30 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Due to the inconsistent cross-sectional thickness of the low-pressure fuel pipe connected to the engines high-pressure fuel
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MCLAREN: undefined
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (New Zealand)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: McLaren Automotive Limited (McLaren) has commenced a safety recall in New Zealand for certain McLaren Artura motor vehicles.
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MERCEDES-BENZ: AMG GT, C-KLASSE, G-KLASSE
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2014 – 31.12.2018 (2891 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Increased emissions due to too low idle speed when starting the engine.
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AUDI: A7, A8, E-TRON, E-TRON GT, Q4 E-TRON, Q5, RS E-TRON GT
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (12469 units affected)
Component(s): Accessories
Defect: Under certain conditions, the plug for the 220 V compact vehicle charging cable could become damaged by the house power outlet.
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PORSCHE: CAYENNE, PANAMERA, TAYCAN
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (5071 units affected)
Component(s): Accessories
Defect: Under certain conditions, the 220 V vehicle charging cable plug could become damaged by the house power outlet. As a result, the
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PORSCHE: TAYCAN, TAYCAN CROSS TURISMO, TAYCAN TURBO
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (19 units affected)
Component(s): Electrical
Defect: On certain vehicles, there could be a problem inside the high-voltage battery. As a result, the battery modules could overheat a
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ARCTIC CAT: M 8000, M 9000, NORSEMAN 8000, XF 8000, XF 9000, ZR 8000, ZR 9000
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (10824 units affected)
Component(s): Powertrain
Defect: On certain snowmobiles, the primary (drive) clutch could fail. If this happens, pieces of the clutch could separate from the veh
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Mercedes-Benz: 5BA-177084, 5BA-177084M, 5BA-177184, 5BA-177184M, 5BA-177147M
Publication (source): 13.12.2023 (Japan)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (4007 units affected)
Component(s): Braking device (ESP control unit)
Defect: In the anti-skid system (ESP), the control program is inappropriate and the braking light turns on incorrectly when the control
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Ferrari: Ferrari SF90 Stradale – SF90 Spider
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The turbocharger oil delivery pipe may not be sufficiently thick and may have a notch on its outer surface. As a result, it coul
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Bugatti: Chiron Super Sport
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The rims could have a negative impact on aerodynamics, which can lead to a loss of control when using ‘Top Speed Mode’ due to th
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Toyota: Proace City , Proace City Verso
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A software error in the Engine Control Unit prevents the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) from activating if the urea injection
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Audi: A4, A5, Q3, Q7, Q8
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A defective welding seam on the front seat back frame can break in the event of an accident. As a result, the person sitting in
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Bmw: 1 Series, 3 Series, X1, X3
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (EU)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The propellant within the integrated inflator of driver airbags can deteriorate during time. If the airbag deploys, it could res
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MAN: TGM, TGS, TGX
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2023 – 31.12.2023 (882 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Incorrect torque of the screw connection between the steering lever axle and the handlebar can lead to a loose connection and th
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FIAT: DUCATO
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2022 – 31.12.2022 (1 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The nameplate contains incorrect data regarding variant/version.
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BMW Korea Co., Ltd.: BMW X4 xDrive20i, BMW X3 xDrive20i, BMW 320i Sedan MX, BMW X4 xDrive20d, BMW X3 xDrive30e
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (South Korea)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (38 units affected)
Component(s): steering gear guitar
Defect: manufacturing in error Because steering in gear attached of motor fix The bolt stipulated With talk Not concluded No Get loose t
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BMW Korea Co., Ltd.: BMW X3 28i, BMW X4 xDrive30d
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (South Korea)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (2 units affected)
Component(s): Indoor safety device, etc.
Defect: Recall due to the possibility that, in extremely rare cases, the inflator housing may rupture due to welding defects in the driv
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Toyota Motor Korea Co., Ltd.: Toyota GR86
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (South Korea)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (36 units affected)
Component(s): lighting system, etc.
Defect: Due to an error in the internal circuit design of the rear combination lamp, the voltage applied to the rear combination LED lam
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Mercedes-Benz: Mercedes-AMG SL63 4MATIC+
Publication (source): 14.12.2023 (Japan)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (143 units affected)
Component(s): Electrical equipment (power supply wiring)
Defect: Due to improper wiring design of the starter and alternator wiring, the wiring may interfere with the front wheel propeller shaf
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DUCATI: undefined
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (New Zealand)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: The passenger backrest could crack and could break if it is incorrectly installed by the customer and/or used incorrectly by the
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MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD: SPRINTER 906
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (United Kingdom)
Manufacturing period: 19.10.2010 – 08.08.2012 (11 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: On affected vehicles the fuel filter heater may be deactivated. If this happens a fuel gelling may occur at low temperatures
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TESLA: Model X
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (United Kingdom)
Manufacturing period: 22.03.2023 – 28.03.2023 (3 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: A first-row seat belt was disconnected from its pretensioner anchor as part of a necessary step to perform a repair during a ser
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VW: TIGUAN
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Germany)
Manufacturing period: 01.01.2018 – 31.12.2019 (106 units affected)
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: If the airbag is triggered, the housing of the head airbag can be damaged. This can cause metal fragments to come loose, which c
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MERCEDES-BENZ: AMG GT, C CLASS, CLS CLASS, E CLASS, G CLASS, GLC CLASS, GLE CLASS, GLS CLASS, MAYBACH GLS-CLASS, MAYBACH S-CLASS, METRIS, S CLASS, SL CLASS
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (7531 units affected)
Component(s): Fuel Supply
Defect: On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could
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MERCEDES-BENZ: C CLASS, CLA CLASS, GLA CLASS, GLC CLASS
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Canada)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (110 units affected)
Component(s): Structure
Defect: On certain vehicles, the plastic panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof may not have been attached corre
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Toyota: undefined
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Ireland)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Toyota Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Toyota Proace City / Proace City BEV model vehicles.
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Toyota: undefined
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Ireland)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): n.a.
Defect: Toyota Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Toyota Proace City model vehicles. A safety issue has been
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Jaguar: I-PACE
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Japan)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a. (176 units affected)
Component(s): Electric motor (Battery energy control module)
Defect: The recall action for Outer-3647 was conducted due to an improper control program for the battery energy control module in the p
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Marine Power International, LLC.: unknown
Publication (source): 15.12.2023 (Australia)
Manufacturing period: n.a. – n.a.
Component(s): unknown
Defect: The air vents of the affected engine cover may allow for fingers to be placed through the air vent gaps.
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