April 2018 DVSA recall round-up: Volkswagen recalls 16,600 diesels due to fire risk

Volkswagen is recalling thousands of Beetles, Golfs, Tiguans and Passats over a fire hazard. The issue affects cars built in 2011 and relates to a faulty starter motor which may overheat. The problem also affects thousands of Audi and SEAT models.

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Ford has issued a UK safety notice for almost 5000 Fiestas – built in December 2017 – due to a brake issue that may lead to loss of servo assistance. According to the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency report, affected vehicles may have been fitted with a brake booster which may have a faulty diaphragm plate.

A rear spoiler issue has forced BMW to issue a recall for the X3 SUV. Apparently the rear spoiler may not have been properly attached and the problem could result in the unit detaching when the vehicle is travelling at speed. 

There is also a significant recall for the Suzuki Baleno, Ignis and Swift, with more than 6000 vehicles being hit with an engine software fault that may result in the battery failing to charge and cause the engine to stall in start/stop conditions.