Recall Ref: R1996/012
Exact Model: Estate and Sport Variant Models
Description: FUEL TANK PROTECTION
VIN: NV500001 TO TV825158
Build Date: Start of production to April 1996
Numbers: 40042
Defect: In the event of an exhaust tail pipe fracture an unacceptably high level of heat radiation may occur in the area surrounding the fuel tank.
Action: Recall the affected vehicles for the installation of a protective shield over the fuel tank.
Launch Date: 12 February 1996
Recall Ref: R1999/081
Exact Model: Frontera
Description: STEERING COUPLING BOLT SECURITY CONCERN VIN: XV600000 TO YV603805 Build Date: July 1998 to October 1999
Numbers: 7478
Defect: Possible misalignment of the coupling between the transfer box and steering rack may result in loosening of the coupling securing bolt.
Action: Recall affected vehicles, check the alignment between the transfer box and steering rack and realign if necessary. Fit new coupling bolts in all cases.
Launch Date: 13 October 1999