DVSA UK recall round-up: Volvo, Kia and Porsche among cars recalled

David Ross, Editor
Fri, 06 Dec 2024

• 3000 Porsche Taycan models recalled over potential battery short circuit
• 2000 Kia EV9 models in Remote Park Assist issue
• 2000 Volvo cars recalled due to potential brake actuator problem

Porsche, Kia and Volvo are among several manufacturers who have issued recalls in recent weeks.

Volvo recalls a range of models over brake connecting rod issue

Volvo is recalling 2128 models due to a potential brake rod issue. Models possibly affected include the Volvo XC60, XC90, S60, V60, S90 and V90 built between May 2019 and August 2020.

In affected models, the rod connecting the brake pedal to the brake booster may not have been assembled correctly, with the final torque possibly not be according to manufacturer specifications. If the rod does disconnect the mechanical connection between brake pedal and brake booster cannot be guaranteed.

Volvo says that affected vehicles will have the component checked and if necessary tighten the rod to the correct specification.

Kia recalls EV9 models over potential electronic brake issue

Kia is recalling 2611 Kia EV9 models due to a potential issue with the Integrated Electronic Brake system.

On affected vehicles, due to an error with the Integrated Electronic Brake software, repeated Remote Smart Parking Assist stop may result in extended stopping distances while using RSPA.

Kia has advised that affected vehicles will have an Integrated Electronic Brake system upgrade for the Remote Smart Parking Assist function.

Porsche Taycan models recalled for possible 'thermal events' issue

Porsche is recalling 3186 Porsche Taycan models over a potential short circuit within the battery modules, which during the vehicle's service life cannot be ruled out under certain circumstances which could lead to 'thermal events' and later to a fire in the vehicle.

Affected vehicles will have the high-voltage battery cell modules checked and battery management computer software reprogrammed.

What is a vehicle recall?

DVSA safety recalls happen when a potentially dangerous issue is identified with a vehicle. 

Reasons for safety recalls can vary from small technical issues with windscreen wipers to major safety faults with airbags. In all cases, the vehicle will need to be checked by the manufacturer. This will usually take place at a local dealership.

How do I find out if my car has been recalled?

The manufacturer will get in touch with the owners of any affected vehicles, using details from the DVLA. If your car needs to be recalled you should get a letter, phone call or email. 

The correspondence will explain what the issue is, how the manufacturer plans to fix it and who to contact to arrange for any checks or work to be carried out.

If you have a second hand car the manufacturer might not be able to reach you so contact a dealership to check if there's anything outstanding for your vehicle or check on GOV.UK if you're not sure 

Do I have to pay for recall work?

No you don't have to pay for recall work. Recall fixes and checks are carried out free of charge. Although dealers may try to get you to undertake other work on your car when it's in for recall work. Only agree and pay for work that you're happy to have carried out and that you think your car requires.

Ask HJ

A recall was issued for Volvo V70 2.0L diesels, what year does this affect?

I was interested in buying a Volvo V70 2.0L diesel estate but have read there was / is a recall on some of them due to the inlet manifold melting because they are made from plastic. Even if it does not catch fire I don't fancy sitting in a car with the smell of hot plastic entering the ventilation system. I was looking for one around the 2010 to 2012 year, my question to you is what years did Volvo fit these plastic manifolds and were they also fitted to the 2.4L diesel. Thank you for any help you can give or if you can advise were I can get an answer other than the Volvo Owners Forum as I want to be sure.

A recall was issued for Volvo V70s over the potential for the inlet manifold to melt and deform, affecting 69,630 vehicles. You can check a specific car through its registration or look at particular model years by searching the government's website here: https://www.gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall A quick search showed that this recall was not issued for 2010 and 2011 Volvo V70s, but was issued for 2012-2016 models, although it does not specify which engines this applies to.

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