SEAT ALTEA UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/060 (1943)

Manufacturer Reference

27F7

Defect

On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/216 (9703)

Manufacturer Reference

45G5

Defect

On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system.

Remedy

On affected vehicles install new software.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2011/168 (65)

Manufacturer Reference

23k6

Defect

On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.

Remedy

Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2009/111 (52)

Manufacturer Reference

35B2

Defect

In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2006/033 (1477)

Manufacturer Reference

13S2

Defect

The two mass flywheel can become damaged because of a non-optimally designed through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. This can lead to a total failure of the flywheel and under unfavourable circumstances to a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and establish the manufacturer of the two mass flywheel. Where necessary replace the flywheel and the breather of the clutch pressure pipe.