Recall wrap: Trouble for Chevrolet Silverado pick-up
Brake issues strike big American pick-up while the Aston Martin Vantage could catch fireMore than 600 examples of the Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck have been recalled this week over concerns the braking system may not alert the driver if the brake fluid level is low.
The safety notice comes direct from General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) which has called back 636 Silverados across all grades, specifically those produced in 2023.
“Due to a software issue with the electronic brake control module (EBCM), the brake fluid warning light may not illuminate as intended and therefore fail to warn the driver when the brake fluid level is low,” GMSV in the official recall notice.
“As a result, insufficient brake fluid could lead to a reduction in braking performance.”
Affected owners will be contacted in writing to organise a software update for their vehicle, however a list of affected VINs can be found attached to the recall notice on the Vehicle Recalls database.
Aston Martin DB12, DBX 707, Vantage
Elsewhere, a swathe of luxury British machinery has been recalled by Aston Martin, with three model lines hit with a fire risk.
A total of 141 vehicles across the DB12, DBX and Vantage model lines are involved in the recall, all built between 2022-2024.
The fault stems from a manufacturing defect in the oil cooler lines which could burst, resulting in a sudden loss of oil pressure, a major leak and possible vehicle fire.
A full list of affected VINs is attached to the recall notice.
MINI Cooper SE
A vehicle fire warning has gone out for more than 1400 electric MINIs this week, specifically the Cooper SE.
A total of 1408 units produced between 2020-2023 are affected by the factory recall, which details “insufficient protections for short circuit events” in relation to the high-voltage battery management software.
MINI says if a short circuit occurs, it could lead to a vehicle fire whilst driving or parked.
Affected vehicles require an urgent software update, with new programming said to include a diagnostic function that reliably detects a battery malfunction and discharges the high-voltage battery to a safe level.
A full list of affected VINs is attached to the recall notice.
Polestar 2, Volvo XC40, Volvo C40 Recharge
A handful of vehicles from Volvo and Polestar meantime have been hit with seat-mounting safety concerns.
The recall notices affect 15 2023 Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharges along with seven 2023 Polestar 2s, specifically the single-motor versions.
“Due to a manufacturing defect, the front passenger seat mounting bolts may not have been tightened according to specifications and could become loose or detach,” the notices read.
“As a result, the seat may move inadvertently.
“If the seat moves inadvertently in the event of an accident or hard braking, it could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.”
Affected owners are asked to contact their brands’ customer support team to organise a free vehicle inspection and repair, however, lists of the affected VINs are attached to the respective notices.
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