Loss of control with some BMW, Jeep and Porsche vehicles (week 50/24)

18/12/2024

This week’s recalls:
– BMW, Jeep – steering
– Porsche – wheel fixing
– Skoda – infotainment

Overview of the recalls in the 50th week of 2024

Nine recalls for 20 models of nine manufacturers were issued via EU Safety Gate in week 50 of 2024. Four recalls for four models of four manufacturers were announced via the German Motor Vehicle Authority (KBA).

One recall can be found in the European Safety Gate system for BMW, Fiat, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche and Toyota.

Ford, Hyundai, Nissan and Volkswagen are recalling via the KBA.

Isn’t that your car? See also the recent recalls of other makes.

Risk of steering lock

More than 20,000 BMW 5 Series and 7 Series, including the electric versions and the M5, may experience unexpected steering behaviour. This is due to a manufacturing defect which may cause the bushing of the double universal joint of the steering column to break. On more than 2,000 Jeep Avengers, the pinion inside the electric power steering housing may crack, making it difficult or impossible to turn the steering wheel.

Central wheel nut

A defect in the central wheel locking bolt can cause the fastening system to fail, resulting in the wheel coming loose or falling off and loss of control of the vehicle, according to Safety Gate report number A12/03530/24. Nearly 13,000 Porsche 911, GT4, Panamera and Spyder vehicles manufactured between 13 September 2023 and 23 October 2024 are being recalled.

Skoda and VW may be vulnerable to hackers

Security experts have discovered serious vulnerabilities in the infotainment systems of some Skoda vehicles. While the vulnerability has been confirmed in the Skoda Superb III, the MIB3 system is also used in other Skoda and Volkswagen models. It is estimated that more than 1.4 million vehicles worldwide could be affected. Read more here.

Details on this week’s Rapex recalls can be found in the table below.

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Rapex Recalls announced in the 50th week of 2024

Make, Model (years)	Problem
BMW 5 series (2024)	Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column’s double universal joint can break.
BMW i5 (2024)	Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column’s double universal joint can break.
BMW 7 series (2024)	Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column’s double universal joint can break.
BMW i7 (2024)	Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column’s double universal joint can break.
BMW M5 (2024)	Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column’s double universal joint can break.
Fiat Scudo (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.
Fiat Ulysse (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.
Jeep Avenger (2024)	A possible rupture of the pinion inside the electric power-assisted steering box can make steering heavy or block it.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2020 – 2023)	Exhaust gas temperatures can rise, which can damage surrounding components.
Mini Aceman (2024)	The high voltage battery cell modules may not have been manufactured to specification.
Mini Cooper (2024)	The high voltage battery cell modules may not have been manufactured to specification.
Opel Vivaro (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.
Opel Zafira (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.
Peugeot Expert (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.
Peugeot Traveller (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.
Porsche 911 (2023 – 2024)	A defect in the central locking bolt can cause the centre lock wheel fastening system to fail.
Porsche GT4 RS (2023 – 2024)	A defect in the central locking bolt can cause the centre lock wheel fastening system to fail.
Porsche Panamera (2023 – 2024)	A defect in the central locking bolt can cause the centre lock wheel fastening system to fail.
Porsche Spyder RS (2023 – 2024)	A defect in the central locking bolt can cause the centre lock wheel fastening system to fail.
Toyota ProAce / Verso (2024)	An insufficiently resistant seat fixation on the first- and/or second row can lead to a seat movement in the event of an accident.

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What should an owner do if there's a recall?

Please note that the recall may not apply to all vehicles produced in a given period. If you think your car might be affected, you should immediately contact an dealer or workshop officially authorised to perform repairs on behalf of the manufacturer and ask for the details. You can use our sample request text. After reporting the vehicle's VIN code, you will find out if the defect is present on your car, or if it has already been resolved by the previous owner if the car was purchased second-hand.

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