In October 2018, 28 recalls were reported through the EU Rapex alert system, involving 30 models of 14 brands. Ford and Jeep issued four each, while BMW announced three. Two actions had Citroën, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Opel, Peugeot and Volkswagen. At least one recall was announced by Audi, Cadillac, Dodge, Land Rover a Renault. The oldest cars recalled in October were made in 2001 and include a 17-year-old BMW X5.
We have summed up all the recalls in our regular weekly reports. A comprehensive table is available at the end of this article. Motorcycle recalls can be found in our sister page moto-recalls.eu.
Faulty Welds on the Chassis are Reported by Volkswagen, Ford, and Jeep (week 40/18)
Three manufacturers reported faulty welds on some parts of the chassis. For the Jeep Compass made in January 2018, the front transverse control arm may break, as with the Ford Ecosport produced in this year´s May and June. A separate chapter is the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, for which the lower securing eye of the rear shock absorbers could be incorrectly welded in a period of two months, from January 15, 2018 to March 14, 2018… read the full article
Interesting Recall for the 17 Years Old BMW X5 (Week 41/18)
The oldest on this week´s list is the BMW X5 (2001 and 2002), and their fault is also the most interesting. If their owners manage to simultaneously switch off the engine and apply the handbrake, it is likely that the front airbag will activate unintentionally… read the full article
BMW and Peugeot announced recalls due to the rear brake calipers defect (week 42/18)
At the beginning of October, Mercedes-Benz recalled this year´s GLE and GLS models because of a possible rear brake calipers fault. This week Peugeot reports similar problems with its 4008 model and also BMW with its SUVs BMW X3 and BMW X4… read the full article
Audi R8 and Ford GT may end up in flames after oil leak (week 43/18)
Whoever goes with the Audi R8 to the race circuit and will take the advantage of the car’s capabilities to the maximum, can get into troubles. Oil may leak onto the transmission breather and oil vapours may come into contact with hot components in the engine compartment. This may lead to smoke developing and the vehicle could catch fire… read the full article
- BMW expands the fire risk recall to 1.6 million cars
- Common problems by the manufacturer
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