INFINITI Q70 UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/170 (270)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

If the water pump fails in the hybrid power train the MIL will illuminate. The Owner's Manual informs the driver to take the vehicle to a dealership or the transmission could be compromised. However the engine logic will stop the engine after approximately five minutes of driving. As this would be an unexpected event the driver and occupants could be left in a dangerous situation.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the ECU to enable a limp-home mode which will allow the vehicle to get to a dealership under reduced power.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2015/027 (370)

Manufacturer Reference

R1503

Defect

Due to insufficient sealing of the timing chain tensioner gasket the timing chain tensioner may loosen and an oil leak may occur from the engine. If t the vehicle continues to be driven engine oil could leak onto the road and the engine might stall due to low oil level. In an extreme case and in the presence of an ignition source there may be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the timing chain tensioner gasket with new.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/121 (11)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

It has been identified that due to an issue during the casting process of the front of the transmission casing the casting may become cracked during the release phase of the operation. If the vehicle is driven at high speed in this condition the crack can grow and cause a vibration. In an extreme case the transmission may detach from the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the transmission casing for cracks and replace any transmission are found to be cracked.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/120 (100)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

"It has been identified that due to a software error the traction motor inverter may incorrectly diagnose communication between the inverter and the transmission control module (TCM). This can cause the inverter system to suddenly shut down. If the vehicle is being driven in Electric Vehicle (EV i.e. engine off) the power to the electric motor may be cut resulting in the vehicle coming to a sudden stop."

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to install new software for the traction motor inverter control module.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/122 (1511)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

It has been identified that under certain circumstances the throttle position sensor may send an error signal to the Engine Control Module (ECM). As a result the ECM may not operate as intended and the vehicle may accelerate gradually without the driver operating the throttle pedal. However this acceleration can be overridden by application of the brakes.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to install new software of the ECM.