Volvo V40, Range Rover SDV8 and 4,518 Units Recalled for Manufacturing Defects

Manufacturing defects have been found in the Volvo V40, Range Rover SDV8, Toyota Prius 2WD, and others, leading to recall actions.

On the 13th, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced that manufacturing defects were discovered in a total of 4,518 vehicles across 30 models imported and sold by Volvo Car Korea, Jaguar Land Rover Korea, Hanbul Motors, and Toyota Motor Korea, prompting recall measures.

Volvo V40

For 2 models including the Volvo V40, totaling 2,948 vehicles, a design error in the fuel filler neck was identified, which can cause damage to the fuel filler neck during refueling. This may allow moisture to enter the fuel system during rain or car washing, potentially causing engine stalling. These vehicles can be repaired free of charge at official Volvo service centers starting from the 18th.

Range Rover SDV8

For 24 models including the Range Rover SDV8, totaling 1,357 vehicles, a software error in the instrument cluster control unit was found. Although the high beam automatic switching device operates, the instrument cluster does not display the operation indicator, which does not meet safety standards. The Ministry plans to impose fines later considering the correction rate. From the 14th, free software updates are available at official Jaguar Land Rover service centers.

DS7 Crossback 2.0 BlueHDi

For 2 models including the DS7 Crossback 2.0 BlueHDi imported and sold by Hanbul Motors, totaling 134 vehicles, a part that blocks moisture ingress during the tail lamp assembly was not installed, allowing moisture to enter the tail lamp. This can cause brake lights and other lights to malfunction, potentially leading to accidents. Free repairs are available at official Hanbul Motors service centers starting today.

Toyota Prius 2WD

For 2 models including the Toyota Prius 2WD, totaling 79 vehicles, a software error in the hybrid control unit was identified. When the driver operates the transmission, the unit may fail to properly recognize the shift information, causing the hybrid system to stop and potentially preventing the vehicle from driving. Free repairs will be available at official Toyota service centers starting from the 21st.

Regarding these defect corrections, each manufacturer will notify vehicle owners of the correction methods via mail and mobile text messages. If vehicle owners have repaired the defects at their own expense before the recall, they can apply for compensation for the repair costs from the manufacturer.

Meanwhile, the Ministry operates the Automobile Recall Center, which collects and analyzes information on vehicle manufacturing defects. By entering the vehicle number or chassis number on the website, owners can check whether their vehicle is subject to recall and view detailed information about the manufacturing defects.

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