Automotive Market Surveillance Authority (AMSA)
The role and responsibilities of the Automotive Market Surveillance Authority (AMSA).
We are the Automotive Market Surveillance Authority (AMSA) in Ireland, appointed by the Department of Transport in line with EU legislation.
Our role is to carry out market surveillance to ensure that new vehicles and their components meet with type approval requirements under EU Regulation 2018/858 and was given further effect in Irish law through S.I. No. 556/2020. This applies to health, safety, the environment and any other aspect of public interest protection. For more information see our type-approval webpage.
Vehicle types
As AMSA we are responsible for vehicle categories M, N and O, which includes passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, buses and trailers.
Vehicle safety recalls
If a vehicle safety defect is found anywhere in Europe, we are alerted through RAPEX, the EU vehicle recall portal, and in turn notify the Irish public by publishing the defect on our vehicle recall section below.
A vehicle recall occurs when a manufacturer identifies a fault relating to a particular component(s) that poses a serious risk to road safety, public health or the environment and recalls the vehicle to repair the issue.
The vehicle manufacturer must contact the owner directly to notify them of the following:
- why the vehicle is being recalled
- what you should do next
- who you should contact.
The information below outlines vehicle recalls from January 2022 for vehicle categories M, N and O.
Recalls by manufacturer (2023)
Recall campaign next steps
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Audi Ireland) has sent a letter to the registered owners of the vehicles affected informing them of the recall and the next steps to be taken.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care on 1850 812 760 or alternatively email them on [email protected].
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi A4, S4, A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, RS4, RS4 Cabriolet, A6, S6 A6 Allroad Quattro and RS6 passenger vehicles
12 April 2023
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Audi Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A4, S4, A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, RS4, RS4 Cabriolet, A6, S6 A6 Allroad Quattro and RS6 passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby according to Takata, degradation of the propellant due to extreme environmental influences (humidity, temperature) is the reason the airbag housing may burst if the airbag is activated. As a result, metal parts may become detached and could cause serious injury to vehicle occupants. In the case of similar vehicles in humid/hotter climate zones and local markets, recall measures are already being carried out. Since the vehicles concerned were assigned to those markets at the time of their first delivery, the recall must also be carried out there as a precautionary measure.
There are 10 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 23 February 2004 to 3 August 2011.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Audi A5, Q5, Q5 Hybrid, SQ5 TDI and SQ5 plus TDI passenger vehicles
11 April 2023
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Audi Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Audi A5, Q5, Q5 Hybrid, SQ5 TDI and SQ5 plus TDI passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby according to Takata, degradation of the propellant due to extreme environmental influences (humidity, temperature) is the reason the airbag housing may burst if the airbag is activated. As a result, metal parts may become detached and could cause serious injury to vehicle occupants. In the case of similar vehicles in humid/hotter climate zones and local markets, recall measures are already being carried out. Since the vehicles concerned were assigned to those markets at the time of their first delivery, the recall must also be carried out there as a precautionary measure.
There are 2 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 13 September 2008 to 26 November 2012.
Recall campaign next steps
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited will directly contact all affected customers by post advising them to make an appointment with their local Authorised Repairer where any necessary repairs/replacements of parts will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact BMW’s customer care on 1890 719 421 or by email at [email protected].
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited recalls 2 series and X1 vehicles
4 May 2023
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain 2 Series and X1 passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby on the vehicles concerned, the outer safety belts for the second row of seats may have been trapped by the covers of the C pillars (at the bottom) during installation. If the outer safety-belt is trapped, this could result in insufficient restraining, putting the safety of occupants at risk in certain accident situations.
There are 41 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 28 June 2021 to 6 April 2023.
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited recalls 1 Series, 2 Series, 3Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, M2, M3, M4, X5M & X6M vehicles
19 April 2023
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain 1 Series, 2 Series, 3Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, M2, M3, M4, X5M & X6M passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the driver airbag may be defective. Fragments may become detached from the housing of the inflator when deployed and cause injury to the occupant of the vehicle.
There are 3561 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 4 January 2015 to 30 December 2015.
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited recalls 1 Series, 2 Series, 2 Series Active Tourer/Gran Tourer, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, M2, M3, M4, X5M and X6 vehicles
11 April 2023
BMW Automotive (Ireland) Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain 1 Series, 2 Series, 2 Series Active Tourer/Gran Tourer, 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, M2, M3, M4, X5M and X6 passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby in the vehicles concerned, the driver airbag inflator may malfunction due to long-term degradation. If the airbag is activated in an accident, the internal pressure in the inflator may become too high and in the worst case scenario the inflator may burst. Metal parts could cause potentially fatal injuries.
There are 5457 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 13 February 2012 to 28 December 2014.
Recall campaign next steps
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) will be writing directly to all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local dealer/authorised repairer, where all necessary repairs/replacement of parts will be carried out.
If you believe that your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Citroen’s Contact Centre on 01 810 88 00 or alternatively, you can identify your closest Citroen dealer using this online tool.
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) recalls certain Citroën C5 AIRCROSS vehicles
15 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Citroën C5 AIRCROSS vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that the software of the engine calculator of certain vehicles equipped with a BlueHDi 1.5L engine and an automatic gearbox may be poorly calibrated, which may cause the engine to stall when operating at altitude in cold temperatures. In the worst-case scenario, if the driver does not stop the vehicle, this may lead to a loss of braking assistance.
There are 59 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 20 June 2018 and 16 June 2020.
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) recalls certain Citroën Berlingo vehicles
15 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Citroën Berlingo vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby the metal protection underneath the engine included in the Site Pack for users who drive on any surface or difficult construction site (increased ground clearance, snow and mud grip) may allow the accumulation of debris in the front axle of the vehicle under certain driving conditions. If an excessive amount of debris accumulates in the front axle, such debris could be in contact with the exhaust pipe, which may become very hot and ignite the debris, causing a fire under the bodywork.
There are 9 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 8 November 2017 and 21 September 2021.
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) recalls certain Citroën C4 PICASSO (B78) C5 AIRCROSS (C84) vehicles
9 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Citroën C4 PICASSO (B78) C5 AIRCROSS (C84) vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that a certain number of vehicles equipped with a 2-litre diesel engine may have been equipped with a diesel particle filter (DPF) with potential cracks following the accidental overheating of the DPF. This could have an impact on the environment.
There are 13 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between the following dates:
C5 AIRCROSS (C84) 14/06/2018 to 18/01/2022
C4 PICASSO (B78) 01/12/2017 to 18/02/2021
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) recalls certain Citroën Jumpy and Jumpy Spacetourer vehicles
10 January 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Citroën Jumpy and Jumpy Spacetourer vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that in a certain number of vehicles, the fuel line may come into contact with the bodywork and plastic parts. There is a risk of fuel leakage in the rear part of the vehicle, with the result that the vehicle loses road contact or road users close to the vehicle could slip.
There are 145 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 29 January 2020 to 21 January 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Gowan Distributors Limited (DS Automobiles Ireland) will be writing directly to those consumers affected by this recall.
If you believe your vehicle may be affected by this recall, you can contact DS Automobiles Ireland on 01 409 2400.
Gowan Distributors Limited (DS Automobiles Ireland) recalls certain DS4 vehicles
13 April 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain DS4vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that some vehicles could be affected by the subframe being poorly screwed in place. In the worst-case scenario, this can result in noise and/or in loss of vehicle stability. An increased risk of accident also cannot be ruled out.
There are 22 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 22 July 2022 to 30 November 2022.
Gowan Distributors Limited (DS Automobiles Ireland) recalls certain DS CROSSBACK (X74) vehicles
15 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain DS CROSSBACK (X74) vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that the software of the engine calculator of certain vehicles equipped with a BlueHDi 1.5L engine and an automatic gearbox may be poorly calibrated, which may cause the engine to stall when operating at altitude in cold temperatures. In the worst-case scenario, if the driver does not stop the vehicle, this may lead to a loss of braking assistance.
There are 84 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 16 May 2018 to 13 March 2020.
Gowan Distributors Limited (DS Automobiles Ireland) recalls certain DS7 CROSSBACK (X74) vehicles
9 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Peugeot DS7 CROSSBACK (X74) vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that a certain number of vehicles equipped with a 2-litre diesel engine may have been equipped with a diesel particle filter (DPF) with potential cracks following the accidental overheating of the DPF. This could have an impact on the environment.
There are 25 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 27 March 2017 to 14 January 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Henry Ford & Son Limited has sent a letter to affected customers informing them of the recall and the next steps to be taken.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Henry Ford & Son Limited on 1800 771 199 or use the Dealer Locator to find your nearest Ford service point.
Henry Ford & Son Limited recalls certain Ford Kuga vehicles
28 April 2023
Henry Ford & Son Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Ford Kuga vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby as a result of lower belt bolts being fitted incorrectly, the belt’s restraining function may not be effective in the event of an accident.
There are 16 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 19 April 2021 to 18 October 2021.
Recall campaign next steps
New Energy Vehicles Ireland Ltd (GWM ORA Ireland) will be writing directly to all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local dealer/authorised repairer, where all necessary repairs/replacement of parts will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by the recall below, then you can contact your nearest GWM ORA dealer using this link.
GWM ORA Ireland recalls certain ORA vehicles
19 April, 2023
GWM ORA Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain ORA vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby there is a problem with the internal algorithm of the E-Call controller. The negative longitude information is processed as an absolute value, resulting in the wrong location information being transmitted if activated due to an accident/emergency. This may cause a delay in assistance.
There are 527 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced after 30 July 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Hyundai Cars Ireland will directly contact all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local Hyundai dealer or authorised repairer, where necessary works will be carried out on vehicles.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, you can contact your local Hyundai dealer or Hyundai Cars Ireland’s customer care by telephone 01 460 9800 (during office hours) or by completing the following web form.
Hyundai Cars Ireland recalls certain SANTA FE model passenger vehicles.
26 April 2023
Hyundai Cars Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain Hyundai SANTA FE model passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby a risk of malfunction on a production lot of the fuel tank has been identified. There is a risk of leakage, which triggers a risk of fire, and an environmental impact.
There are 24 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between11 April 2022 and 21 July 2022.
Hyundai Cars Ireland recalls certain SANTA FE TM (TM PE; TM HEV; TM PHEV) model passenger vehicles
19 April 2023
Hyundai Cars Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain Hyundai SANTA FE TM (TM PE; TM HEV; TM PHEV) model passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby in some vehicles, there could be an anomaly in the deployment of the pre-tensioners on the front seatbelts during an accident. The installation of protective caps on the pre-tensioners of the front seatbelts (left and right) is needed to ensure that vehicle occupants are properly restrained.
There are 930 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between the following dates:
TM PE: 02/06/2020 – 18/08/2022
TM HEV: 12/09/2020 – 14/07/2022
TM PHEV: 18/01/2021 – 16/08/2022
Recall campaign next steps
Isuzu Ireland will be writing directly to all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with your nearest or preferred authorised Isuzu service centre as soon as possible. If you believe that your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Isuzu on 01-4194500 or via email [email protected].
Isuzu Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Iveco D-MAX vehicles.
11 April 2023
Isuzu Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Isuzu D-MAX vehicles.
An issue has been identified whereby a faulty tightening torque on the connecting bolt of the lower steering column universal joint can lead to the failure and loss of steering. Measure: Check and produce the correct torque.
There are 152 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 07 September 2020 to 04 October 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
IVECO Limited will be writing directly to all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with your nearest or preferred authorised IVECO service centre as soon as possible. If you believe that your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Iveco via email [email protected] or use the link here to find your nearest Iveco Limited Dealer.
IVECO Limited recalls certain Iveco S WAY range (Stralis, Trakker, S WAY, T WAY, X WAY) commercial vehicles
7 February 2023
IVECO Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Iveco S WAY range (Stralis, Trakker, S WAY, T WAY, X WAY) commercial vehicles.
An issue has been identified whereby IVECO identified a possible safety related problem whereby on certain vehicles front axle leave spring retainers can get loose / lost during the driving.
There are 95 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between October 2018 to September 2022.
IVECO Limited recalls certain Iveco S WAY range / X WAY commercial vehicles
13 January 2023
IVECO Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Iveco S WAY range / X WAY commercial vehicles.
An issue has been identified whereby IVECO identified a possible safety related problem on certain vehicles within a specific production range relating to the cab tilting cylinder support.
There are 95 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between July 2022 to November 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, Kia Ireland Customer Care may be contacted at (01) 6497458.
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Niro EV, Soul EV vehicles
28 April 2023
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Niro EV, Soul EV passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally. Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
There are 81 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between:
June - December 2020 (Niro EV),
June - September 2020 (Soul EV)
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Sorento (PHEV) vehicles
21 March 2023
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Sorento (PHEV) passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the fuel tank may have been improperly molded, which can result in a fuel leak.
There are 9 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 11 April 2022 to 10 May 2022.
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Sorento vehicles
22 February 2023
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Sorento passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby an electrical malfunction may occur due to possible damage to the connector of the auxiliary electric heating element (PTC). This increases the risk of thermal heat generation and potentially the risk of fire.
There are 317 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 6 March 2012 to 14 August 2014.
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Sportage (SLe) vehicles
4 January 2023
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Sportage (SLe) passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
There are 3,852 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 15 May 2013 to 17 November 2015.
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia Sorento (MQ4) vehicles
4 January 2023
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain KIA Sorento (MQ4) passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the electric oil pump within the 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) may experience an internal fault which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
There are 509 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between January 2020 to August 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Mazda Motor Ireland will directly contact all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local Authorised Repairer where any necessary repairs will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, you can speak to your local Mazda dealer for further information. Contact information for your local Mazda dealer can be found by following this link.
Mazda Motor Ireland recalls certain Mazda CX-60 (KH) vehicles
19 April, 2023
Mazda Motor Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Mazda CX-60 (KH) vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby affected vehicles have incorrectly assembled accessory alloy wheel rims due to incorrectly installed or missing sockets in the bores for wheel bolts. In the worst case scenario, this can lead to wheel loss.
There are 27 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 2 June 2022 to 31 December 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Motor Distributors Limited will directly contact all affected customers by post, advising them to make an appointment with their local dealer/authorised repairer where all necessary repairs will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) Contact Centre on 01-409 4444.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain Sprinter vehicles
28 April 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain Sprinter vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby in certain vehicles of the Sprinter (907) series with engine OM651, under specific conditions and over time external fluid could enter the glow time amplifier. In such cases an internal short circuit of the glow time amplifier and consequently a potential fire risk to the parked vehicle cannot be ruled out.
There are 706 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 22 March 2018 and 30 August 2019.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain EQB vehicles
19 April 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain EQB vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby in the vehicles concerned, the material characteristics of the upper B-pillar cladding and of the beltline casing may not meet the specifications. As a result, an accident involving the activation of the windowbag due to breakage of the B-pillar cladding could create sharp edges which could damage the air cushion of the windowbag, thereby reducing the latter’s restraining effect. Furthermore, a crash could result in broken or fragmented parts, which could be projected around the vehicle interior. This would increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
There are 2 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 28 June 2022 and 2 August 2022.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain GLE, GLS-classe vehicles
5 April 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain GLE, GLS-classe vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby on certain vehicles, the condensate drain hoses of the air-conditioning system may not be correctly installed. In that case, condensate from the air conditioning system could enter the passenger compartment of the vehicle. Condensate could enter the left or right foot well and could cause corrosion of the electrical components installed there and/or lead to short-circuits or leakage currents. Consequently, a short-circuit fire cannot be ruled out. Furthermore, the automatic emergency call (eCall) could fail, the vehicle could fail to unlock and/or start, and the engine emergency operation mode could also be activated during driving. This would increase the risk of injury and accident.
There are 161vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 29 August 2018 and 2 February 2021.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain C-Class, CLK, E-Class, CLS vehicles
22 February 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain C-Class, CLK, E-Class, CLS vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the adhesive bonding between the glass panel and the frame of the sliding roof may not meet the relevant specifications. In such cases, the bonding could loosen over time, and the glass panel may not stay permanently attached to the vehicle for the lifetime of the vehicle. As a result, the glass panel could become completely detached from the vehicle, increasing the risk of accident and injury for other road users. Local legal requirements might not be complied with.
There are 204 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 24 January 2000 and 23 December 2010.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain Vito, Vito Tourer & V-Class vehicles
22 February 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain Vito, Vito Tourer & V-Class vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the drainage pipe for the fuel filter is laid may not be compliant with the specifications. This could lead to the drainage pipe butting up against the underbody panelling and rubbing during driving, which, in turn, could lead to leakage of diesel and a clearly perceptible smell of fuel. The leak could worsen over time. Depending on the volume of fuel leaking out, the risk of accident for following traffic could also increase. Local legal requirements might not be complied with. The risk of fire can be ruled out as there are no hot components close to the drainage pipe or in areas where leaking fuel could possibly collect.
There are 325 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 2 July 2020 and 27 April 2022.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain CLC Class vehicles
22 February 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain CLC Class vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the adhesive bonding between the glass panel and the frame of the sliding roof may not meet the relevant specifications. In such cases, the bonding could loosen over time, and the glass panel may not stay permanently attached to the vehicle for the lifetime of the vehicle. As a result, the glass panel could become completely detached from the vehicle, increasing the risk of accident and injury for other road users. Local legal requirements might not be complied with.
There are 42 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 20 October 2000 and 23 December 2010.
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) recalls certain EQE Class vehicles
14 February 2023
Motor Distributors Limited (Mercedes-Benz) is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain EQE Class vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby in certain vehicles the connection of the B-pillar cladding to the structural insert might not meet the specifications. In the event of an accident involving window bag activation, the window bag in the upper B-pillar cladding might not open as intended. The B-pillar cladding could also become detached and end up inside the vehicle. This would increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
There is 1 vehicle affected in the Republic of Ireland that was produced between 24 March 2022 and 2 August 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
MG Motor Ireland will be writing directly to all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local dealer/authorised repairer, where all necessary repairs/replacement of parts will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by the recall below, then you can contact your nearest MG Motor dealer using this online tool.
MG Motor Ireland recalls certain RX6, MG eHS passenger vehicles
4 April, 2023
MG Motor Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain RX6, MG eHS passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby an earthing cable incorrectly attached to the heating element may become loose and cause a fire.
There are 316 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 3 January 2021 and 28 October 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Opel Ireland will directly contact all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local Opel Dealer or Authorised Repairer where any necessary repairs will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Opel on 01 533 9818 or email [email protected].
Opel Ireland recalls certain Astra vehicles
21 April 2023
Opel Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Astra vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby poor chassis bolting might affect some vehicles. In the worst-case scenario this may generate noise and/or lead to a loss of vehicle stability. An increased risk of accident cannot be ruled out.
There are 32 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 22 July 2022 to 30 November 2022.
Opel Ireland recalls certain Insignia (E2JO, E2WO MY18, MY19, MY20) vehicles
15 March 2023
Opel Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Opel Insignia (E2JO, E2WO MY18, MY19, MY20) vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby on certain vehicles under specific conditions (loss of vacuum), the hydraulic braking pressure regulator may not be activated to ensure the maximum reduced braking distance. The emergency solution is not activated. This could lead to accidents.
There are 2252 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that was produced between 16 June 2016 to 5 October 2020.
Opel Ireland recalls certain Opel Grandland X (P1UO) vehicles
21 February 2023
Opel Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Opel Grandland X (P1UO) vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby certain vehicles fitted with a 2-litre diesel engine may have been fitted with a diesel particulate filter (DPF) which may develop cracks if it unexpectedly overheats. This could be environmentally damaging.
There is 1 vehicle affected in the Republic of Ireland that was produced between 8 September 2017 to 24 November 2020.
Opel Ireland recalls certain Opel Combo vehicles
15 February 2023
Opel Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Opel Combo vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby the metal protection underneath the engine included in the Site Pack for users who drive on any surface or difficult construction site (increased ground clearance, snow and mud grip) may allow the accumulation of debris in the front axle of the vehicle under certain driving conditions. If an excessive amount of debris accumulates in the front axle, such debris could be in contact with the exhaust pipe, which may become very hot and ignite the debris, causing a fire under the bodywork.
There is 1 vehicle affected in the Republic of Ireland that was produced between 12 March 2018 to 17 September 2021.
Opel Ireland recalls certain Opel Astra vehicles
31 January 2023
Opel Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Opel Astra vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby the front belt pretensioner wiring harness on a limited number of vehicles was not according to specification. In some cases this could lead to that the driver pretensioner is not activated, when the passenger airbag is locked off.
There is 1 vehicle affected in the Republic of Ireland that was produced between 25 April 2022 to 26 April 2022.
Opel Ireland recalls certain Opel Vivaro, Vivaro life and Zafira vehicles
10 January 2023
Opel Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Opel Vivaro, Vivaro life and Zafira vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby the fuel line may come into contact with the bodywork and plastic parts. There is a risk of fuel leakage in the rear part of the vehicle, with the result that the vehicle loses road contact or road users close to the vehicle could slip.
There are 258 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 6 October 2020 to 21 January 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) will be writing directly to those consumers affected by this recall.
If you believe your vehicle may be affected by this recall, you can contact Peugeot customer care on 01 409 2400.
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) recalls certain Peugeot 508 V2 vehicles
15 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Peugeot 508 V2 vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that the software of the engine calculator of certain vehicles equipped with a BlueHDi 1.5L engine and an automatic gearbox may be poorly calibrated, which may cause the engine to stall when operating at altitude in cold temperatures. In the worst-case scenario, if the driver does not stop the vehicle, this may lead to a loss of braking assistance.
There are 84 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 31 January 2018 to 13 March 2020.
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) recalls certain Peugeot Partner/ Rifter vehicles
15 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Peugeot Partner/ Rifter vehicles.
The issue has been identified whereby the metal protection underneath the engine included in the Site Pack for users who drive on any surface or difficult construction site (increased ground clearance, snow and mud grip) may allow the accumulation of debris in the front axle of the vehicle under certain driving conditions. If an excessive amount of debris accumulates in the front axle, such debris could be in contact with the exhaust pipe, which may become very hot and ignite the debris, causing a fire under the bodywork.
There are 71 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 8 November 2017 and 21 September 2021.
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) recalls certain Peugeot 3008 V2 (P84) 308 V2 (T9) 5008 V2 (P87) 508 V2 vehicles
9 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Peugeot DS7 CROSSBACK (X74) / 3008 V2 (P84) 308 V2 (T9) 5008 V2 (P87) 508 V2 vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that a certain number of vehicles equipped with a 2-litre diesel engine may have been equipped with a diesel particle filter (DPF) with potential cracks following the accidental overheating of the DPF. This could have an impact on the environment.
There are 25 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between the following dates:
3008 V2 (P84) 29/03/2017 19/01/2022
308 V2 (T9) 12/01/2017 20/07/2020
5008 V2 (P87) 26/04/2017 31/01/2022
508 V2 (R823 EUROPE) 11/01/2018 12/10/2021
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) recalls certain Peugeot Traveller / Expert 4 vehicles
2 February 2023
Gowan Distributors Limited (Peugeot Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Peugeot Traveller / Expert 4 vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the insufficient injection of AdBlue liquid at very cold temperatures (when the temperature of the tank, including the fluid, is approximately -15 °C). When the vehicle has remained at a very low temperature for a long time, the AdBlue liquid may have frozen and the system cannot heat it quickly enough. As a result, the emission level may exceed the regulatory limits at very low temperatures in some cases.
There are 27 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 30 January 2020 to 22 April 2021.
Recall campaign next steps
Setanta Vehicle Importers Ltd (Renault Trucks Ireland) will directly contact all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local Renault Trucks Dealer immediately and arrange a suitable appointment to have your vehicle inspected. If you have any queries regarding this safety recall, please contact [email protected]
Setanta Vehicle Importers Ltd recalls certain Renault commercial vehicles
14 March 2023
Setanta Vehicle Importers Ltd recalls certain Renault C, T / T HIGH commercial vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby is that the screws for the front axle fastening may lose torque and unscrew. As a result, there is a risk of a loose front axle, which may lead to a loss of control over the vehicle.
There are 52 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 4 April 2022 to 2 December 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Renault Ireland Limited will directly contact all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local authorised repairer where any necessary repairs will be carried out.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, you can contact Renault for further information on 1890 771 771, or alternatively use their recall checker by following this link.
Renault Ireland Limited recalls certain Renault Clio V passenger vehicles
23 May 2023
Renault Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Renault Clio V passenger vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified that there is possible noise from seat and loss of left rear seat restraint in the event of severe braking and/or impact.
There is 1 vehicle affected in the Republic of Ireland that was produced on 13 January 2023.
Recall campaign next steps
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) has sent a letter to the registered owners of the vehicles affected informing them of the recall and the next steps to be taken.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Skoda Ireland’s customer care on 1800 813 764, or via [email protected] or speak to your local Skoda dealer for further information.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) recalls certain Skoda Citigo, Roomster, Fabia II, Fabia III, Rapid, Yeti, Kodiaq, Octavia III, Superb II and Superb III vehicles
12 April 2023
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Skoda Citigo, Roomster, Fabia II, Fabia III, Rapid, Yeti, Kodiaq, Octavia III, Superb II and Superb III vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby due to possible degradation of the propellant, the inflator may burst when the driver airbag is activated in an accident. If the inflator bursts, metallic particles may be thrown into the interior and could injure or kill occupants of the vehicle.
There are 11 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced 1 June 2012 to 15 December 2017.
Recall campaign next steps
Toyota Ireland will directly contact all affected customers by post advising them to make an appointment with their local Authorised Repairer where any necessary repairs/replacements of parts will be carried out. To check if your vehicle is affected by this recall campaign, please visit the Toyota Recall Checker and input your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Toyota Ireland's Contact Centre by phone on 1800 111 133 or by email at [email protected].
Toyota Ireland recalls certain Rav 4 PHEV vehicles
31 January 2023
Toyota Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Rav 4 PHEV vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified with the affected plug-in hybrid vehicles whereby, due to certain characteristics of the software, the HV battery output may not be limited as required to protect the battery.
If the accelerator pedal is rapidly pressed to further accelerate the vehicle after it has been continuously driven in “EV mode” in cold temperature and the HV battery voltage decreases, the voltage may drop rapidly below a specified threshold. If this occurs, the vehicle will display a warning message and the hybrid system will shut down, resulting in loss of motive power. If the vehicle loses motive power while being driven at higher speeds, there could be an increased risk of a crash.
There are 3 affected vehicles in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 26th November 2019 to 17th June 2021.
Toyota Ireland recalls certain Proace City vehicles
16 January 2023
Toyota Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Proace City vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified with the affected vehicles whereby there is an error in the specific software calibration of the traction battery control unit. Consequently, a false detection of the cell voltage and/or the battery temperature could occur.
In such condition the failsafe system will cut the motor power to prevent any damage to the traction battery, leading to loss of drive. This may increase the risk of an accident.
There are 11 affected vehicles in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 6 September 2022 to 30 November 2022.
Recall campaign next steps
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited has sent a letter to the registered owners of the vehicles affected informing them of the recall and the next steps to be taken.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited’s customer care on 1850 812 761, via [email protected] or speak to your local Volkswagen Retailer for further information.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles
22 February 2023
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain VW Tiguan vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby due to a manufacturing error on the part of a supplier, it is possible that the rear wheel bearing housing was not manufactured in accordance with the manufacturer’s specification. As a result of sporadic faults in the pressure casting system, individual rear wheel bearing housings were manufactured and then installed with oxide inclusions. The defective wheel bearing housings may fail prematurely and break. This could cause the housing to fracture, impairing the vehicle’s road-holding ability. Action: The date of manufacture of the two rear wheel bearing housings will be checked on the vehicles concerned and, if necessary, replaced.
There are 13 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 17 May 2021 to 1 August 2021.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited recalls certain Volkswagen ID. BUZZ vehicles
19 January 2023
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain VW ID. BUZZ vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby due to a manufacturing error in individual tyres, there is a possibility of sudden loss of air to summer tyres of size and design 255/50 R19 107T XL Eco Contact 6Q ContiSeal (+). A sudden loss of air may affect driving stability and lead to an accident.
There are 10 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 18 July 2022 to 4 November 2022.Recall campaign next steps
Volvo Car Ireland Limited will be writing directly to those consumers affected by this recall. The letter will advise affected vehicle owners to contact their nearest Volvo Dealer or Authorised Repairer.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, Volvo Car Ireland Limited can be contacted on 01-4631220 or through their website.
Volvo Car Ireland Limited recalls certain Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40 and C40 vehicles
24 January 2023
Volvo Car Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall on certain S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90, V90CC, XC60, XC90, XC40 and C40 Vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby there is a potential software error in the brake control module, which could in rare cases lead to a loss of braking support functions. Should this occur, a “Stop Safely, Brake failure” message will be displayed in the DIM and drivers will experience a stiff brake pedal. Built-in safety mechanisms ensures that the car will retain braking capability.
The production dates for the vehicles affected are:
S60 26/09/2022 to 11/01/2023
V60 11/08/2022 to 13/01/2023
V60CC C 22/09/2022 to 12/01/2023
S90 30/11/2022 to 12/01/2023
V90 12/10/2022 to 13/01/2023
V90CC C 11/10/2022 to 13/01/2023
XC60 10/11/2022 to 13/01/2023
XC90 11/10/2022 to 13/01/2023
XC40 19/08/2022 to 13/01/2023
C40 09/09/2022 to 22/12/2022
There are 391 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland.
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Frequently asked questions
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In addition to the tests for approval, there are many more tests carried out on a vehicle during its design and production.
These are carried out by the vehicle manufacturer. Extensive testing ensures that a vehicle will meet legal requirements and also perform adequately during its useful life.
While a vehicle component may have passed tests to ensure that it performs adequately during its life, it may still fail during use. This is because vehicle testing has difficulty in replicating exactly how a component will behave after many hours of driving or under unexpected or unlikely circumstances.
The recall system ensures that problems encountered during driving are acted on by the manufacturer.
If you are concerned that your vehicle was subject to a recall and you missed it, you should contact the manufacturer or authorised distributor.
In the case of a second-hand vehicle which was subject to a recall, the previous owner may have had the vehicle checked. Documentation showing this should be with the owner’s manual or vehicle documentation in the storage compartment. You can also check with the authorised distributor quoting the vehicle identification number (VIN).