2008 Annual Summary of Emission-Related Recall and Voluntary Service Campaigns Performed on Light Duty Vehicles and Light-Duty Trucks


   2008 Annual Summary of Emission-
   Related Recall and Voluntary Service
   Campaigns Performed on Light-Duty
   Vehicles and Light-Duty Trucks
United States
Environmental Protection
Agency

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            2008 Annual Summary of
    Emission-Related Recall and Voluntary
    Service Campaigns Performed on Light-
     Duty Vehicles and Light-Duty Trucks
              Compliance and Innovative Strategies Division
                Office of Transportation and Air Quality
                U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
United States
Environmental Protection
Agency
EPA420-B-09-016
   April 2009

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INTRODUCTION
Federal regulations require motor vehicle manufacturers to report to EPA all recalls that
affect emission-related components or systems. The following report briefly describes light-
duty vehicle recalls reported to EPA that affect emission-related components or systems.
Note that some of the recalls listed in this report fix problems that do not impact emission
control performance even though they involve the repair or replacement of emission-related
parts. Manufacturers voluntarily recall vehicles for various reasons, such as safety or
customer satisfaction, but if they affect emission-related parts, they still must be reported to
EPA. They are all considered "emission-related" for the purposes of this report.
This report is divided into two sections. The first section is titled, "Emission-Related
Recalls". These are the typical recalls where the manufacturer recommends that the owner
bring the car in for repair under the recall. In this case, the owner should not wait until the
problem is apparent before getting the vehicle fixed. The second section titled, "Emission-
Related Voluntary Service Campaigns". Under EPA rules, these are still considered recalls,
but are listed separately because the manufacturer is telling the owner to bring the car in for
repair only if the problem is apparent (such as a warning light, noise, drive problem, etc.).
There is usually a warranty extension associated with these types of recalls. Note that the
manufacturer might not call a voluntary service campaign a "recall" in the owner or dealer
notifications.

Recalls can be initiated voluntarily by the manufacturer or can be ordered by EPA.
Voluntary recalls could also be directly influenced by EPA. Influenced recalls are those
where EPA has had a direct role in convincing the manufacturer to voluntarily recall the
vehicles. Because EPA is fairly successful at influencing recalls, ordered recalls are
extremely rare. This report indicates these categories in the "Type" column. A "V"
designation is a voluntary recall without direct EPA influence, an "I" designation is a
voluntary recall that was directly influenced by EPA, a "VSC" designation is a voluntary
service campaign not directly influenced by EPA, and an "I-VSC" designation is a voluntary
service campaign directly influenced by EPA. If there is an ordered recall, the type will be
designated with an "O".
It should also be noted that recalls may not include all of the vehicles in the described
year, model, and engine family. Some recalls are specific to subsets of these categories
because the problem or defect only affects part of a production run. The specific vehicles
subject to a recall are identified by the manufacturer in the technical service bulletins
provided to the repair facilities. These are usually listings based on the Vehicle
Identification Number, or VIN, that is stamped on each vehicle. You should direct any
questions regarding your vehicle's inclusion in a recall to the dealer repair facility. If there
are still issues or problems, direct these to EPA at the e-mail address: vehicle-recalls@epa.

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 Abbreviations and Acronyms
Acronym/Term:
CARB
CFV
DTC
ECU
ECM
EGR
MIL
MY
NHTSA
NLEV
OBD
PCM
TCM
TSB
VECI
VERR

Recall Type:
0
V
vsc
I
Definition:
California Air Resources Board
Clean Fuel Vehicle
Diagnostic Trouble Code
Engine Control Unit
Engine Control Module
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
Malfunction Indicator Light
Model Year
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
National Low Emission Vehicle
On-Board Diagnostics
Powertrain Control Module
Transmission Control Module
Technical Service Bulletin
Vehicle Emission Control Information
Voluntary Emissions Recall Report

Definition:
Ordered by EPA
Voluntary Recall by Manufacturer
Voluntary Service Campaign by Manufacturer
Manufacturer voluntary action  with EPA Influence

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         Section 1: 2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
                                                              EPA-420-B-09-016
2008 Year End                                                          April 2009

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2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.
Aston Martin
BMW
BMW
BMW
BMW
BMW
Chrysler
Chrysler
Chrysler
Mfr. Recall
Number
FSA163
07E-A02
07E-A04
07E-A03
08E-A01
08E-A02
2008-1 4-E
H06
2008-1 6-E
H19
2008-25-E
H21
EPA#
3365
2954
3312
3314
3513
3425
3458
3485
3512
Type
V
V
V
V
V

V
V
V
Owner
Notification
4/2/2008
3/13/2008
1/28/2008
1/16/2008
5/19/2008
7/1/2008
4/1/2008
5/1/2008
6/1/2008
MY
2006
2007
2008
2004
2005
2006
2007
2007
2005
2006
2004
2007
2008
2008
2006
2009
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Vantage
DB9
Vantage
DB9
Vantage
525I, 530I
545i,645Ci
530I
545i.645Ci
530I
550I, 650I
530I
550I, 650I
ALPINA B7
325CIA
325CIA
X5
M5, M6
Jeep Wrangler
Chrysler Town &
Country
Jeep Commander
Dodge Journey
Engine Family
6ASXV04.3305
7ASXV05.9803
7ASXV04.3305
8ASXV05.9803
8ASXV04.3305
4BMXV03.0SMG
4BMXV04.4LEV
5BMXV03.0SMG
5BMXV04.4LEV
6BMXV03.0N52
6BMXV04.8UL2
7BMXV03.0N52
7BMXV04.8UL2
7ABBV04.4H10
5BMXV02.5M56
6BMXV02.5M56
4BMXT03.0E53
7BMXV05.0S85
8CRXT03.8NE1
8CRXT0231N81
8CRXT0231N80
8CRXT03.8NEO
6CRXT04.75JO
9CRXJ04.0TNO
9CRXJ04.0CRO
Problem Description
A valve inside the fuel cap may stick open and stay open allowing fuel vapors into the
atmosphere. This will cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel cap internal valve.
Vehicles have a software error that causes the communication between the Transmission
Control Module (TCM) and certain scan tool equipment to be interrupted. This makes it
difficult for technicians to properly diagnose potential emissions problems, and may cause
some vehicles to fail State inspection/maintenance tests.
Remedy: BMW Service Centers will reprogram the TCM with an improved version of the
software.
Certain 2007 model year vehicles have a software error that causes certain diagnostics
within the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system to function improperly. The diagnostics of
the thermostat, the Mass Air Flow (MAP) sensor, the radiator outlet temperature sensor,
and the inlet air temperature sensor do not work correctly. Consequently, malfunctions of
these components are not detected as required.
Remedy: BMW service centers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) in these
vehicles with an improved version of the software.
Certain 2005 and 2006 model year 325QA vehicles have a potential problem relating to
their engine secondary air systems. Due to premature material wear of the secondary air
system valve and associated vacuum control lines, the system may fail to operate during
cold starts, causing a Service Engine Soon light to illuminate.
Remedy: BMW service centers will replace the secondary air system valves, and their
associated vacuum control lines, and eliminate a vacuum check valve in the affected
vehicles.
BMW has determined that certain X5 3.0i A vehicles may not meet emission control
requirements.
Remedy: A voluntary emission recall has been issued to reprogram the (ECM) on 2004
model year vehicles to ensure that the vehicles meet mandated emissions standards.
Certain vehicles have a software error such that communication between the Engine
Control Module (ECM) and certain generic scan tool equipment Is not possible.
Remedy: BMW dealers will reprogram the ECM with an improved version of the software.
Some vehicles equipped with 3.8L engines may have had incorrect spark plugs installed in
three of the six cylinders. These incorrect spark plugs will wear out sooner than the
specified plugs and could cause damage to the engine under certain extreme driving
conditions.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will inspect the plugs in the affected vehicles and replace them
if necessary.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on these vehicles was programmed with software
that may cause the engine to stall under certain operating conditions.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will reprogram the vehicle's PCM.
The engine wiring harness on vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines may contact and chafe
on the left transaxle mount. If sufficient chafing occurs one or more of the wires in the
harness may short-circuit to ground. This could result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: The dealer will inspect the engine wiring harness for damage, repair if
necessary, and reroute the wiring harness away from the left transaxle mount.
Affected
Vehicles
476
688
1,474
283
911
178
1,101
48
878
74
388
130
460
450
205
628
23,689
870
34
23
68
320
24,535
4,372
1,675
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
3,832
3,257
450
833
23,689
870
445
24,535
6,047

2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
April 2009

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2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.

Chrysler

Ford

General Motors

Mfr. Recall
Number

2008-37-E
H32

2008-38-E
H33

08S02

08136
ML-MW287

07027
ML-MW288

EPA#

3614

3615

3366

2724

3303

Type

Owner
Notification

10/27/2008

11/13/2008

2/29/2008

4/1/2008

5/12/2008

2008

2009

2006

2007

2007
2004

2005

2006

2004

Vehicle or Engine
Class

Dodge Caliber SRT4

Dodge Caliber, Jeep
Compass/Patriot
Jeep Compass/Patriot
Chrysler Sebring,
Dodge Avenger
Dodge Caliber, Jeep
Compass/Patriot
Dodge Caliber
Chrysler Sebring,
Dodge
Avenger/Journey
E-Series

E-Series

Expedition/Navigator
CMC Yukon, Chevy
Suburban
CMC Yukon, Chevy
Suburban/Avalanche
GMC Yukon, Chevy
Suburban
GMC Yukon, Chevy
Suburban/Avalanche
GMC Yukon, Chevy
Suburban
GMC Yukon, Chevy
Suburban/Avalanche
Cadillac SRX

Engine Family

8CRXV02.4ME2

9CRXJ02.43PO

9CRXJ02.43P1

9CRXJ02.4FRO

9CRXJ02.4UPO

9CRXV01.81PO
9CRXV02.4UPO

6FMXT05.4TF5
6FMXT05.4RM6
6FMXT05.4SP6
6FMXT05.4AS6
6FMXT05.4AM3
6FMXT05.46R3
6FMXT05.4ST2
6FMXT05.45HT
7FMXT05.4AS6
7FMXT05.46R3
7FMXT05.45H2
7FMXT05.44E6
4GMXT06.0188

4GMXT08.1201

5GMXT06.0188

5GMXT08.1201

6GMXT06.0394

6GMXT08.1201

4GMXT03.6144

Problem Description

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may have been inadvertently programmed with
software that disabled three engine diagnostic monitors. Without these monitors, an
improperly operating component may go undetected and result in excessive exhaust
emissions.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will reprogram the vehicle's PCM.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on these vehicles may have been manufactured
with an adhesive that could cause the printed circuit board to break. This can cause the
engine to stall and result in a crash without warning.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will replace the PCM and install new software.

Some 2006 and 2007 model year vehicles may have been produced with a Fuel Rail
Assembly that contains weak areas in the cross over hose. As a result, the hose may
crack. This in turn may result in a fuel odor caused by leaking fuel vapors, and possibly a
liquid fuel leak as well. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a
fire.
Remedy: Ford initiated a recall campaign to replace the fuel rail assemblies on the
affected vehicles. This is both a safety-related and emission-related recall.

Certain vehicles equipped with dual fuel tanks were built with a condition in which the On-
Board Diagnostic (OBD) evaporative emission system leak check can become disabled in
the presence of a primary fuel tank level sender that is stuck in the 'full' position..
Remedy: GM has initiated a recall to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) with
corrected calibrations.

Certain 2004 vehicles equipped with 3.6L V6 engines may experience a failure of the left or
right catalytic converter.
Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the catalytic converter with
newly manufactured converters.
Affected
Vehicles

2,001

301

14
231

3,085
175
59
1
3,539
59
1,086
3
824
1,927
2,592
43,849
6,042

4,743

4,650

4,173

803

896

17,452

Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
2,001

684

57,199

21,307

17,452

2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
April 2009

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2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.
General Motors
General Motors
General Motors
Suzuki
General Motors
General Motors
Honda/Acura
Hyundai
Mfr. Recall
Number
07251
ML-MW273
07318
ML-MW271
07290
ML-MW262
SC45
08285
08206
ML-MW317
PUDR-08-007-00
086
EPA#
3390
3392
3418
3418
3624
3625
3495
3591
Type
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
Owner
Notification
3/20/2008
2/18/2008
1/25/2008
1/25/2008
9/29/2008
11/19/2008
5/19/2008
9/1/2008
MY
2002
2007
2008
2008
2008
2008
2009
2004
2005
2008
2008
Vehicle or Engine
Class
SATURN VUE
SATURN AURA
HYBRID
SATURN VUE
HYBRID
SATURN AURA
HYBRID
Chevy Equinox,
Pontiac Torrent
Chevy Equinox,
Pontiac Torrent
Suzuki XL7
Saturn Outlook,
Buick Enclave,
GMCAcadia
Cadillac
Deville/Seville,
Pontiac Bonneville
Cadillac
Deville/Seville,
Pontiac Bonneville
Civic Si
Elantra
Engine Family
2GMXT02.2123
7GMXV02.4040
7GMXV02.4130
8GMXV02.4040
8GMXB03.6148
8GMXB03.6146
8GMXT03.6150
9GMXT03.6151
4GMXV04.6065
5GMXV04.6065
8HNXV02.4FKC
8HYXV02.0HW5
8HYXV02.0HPC
Problem Description
Some 2002 model year Saturn VUE vehicles equipped with 2.2L 4-cylinder engines have
electrical stresses in their Ignition Control Modules (ICM's). These electrical stresses may
cause the ICM's to fail, resulting in deterioration of idle quality and greatly reduced engine
power. Also, the vehicle may be hard to start. The service engine soon light will illuminate
and will be flashing. Catalytic converter failure could result from engine misfire if not
repaired immediately.
Remedy: GM will conduct a Voluntary Emissions Recall to install new ICM's on the
affected vehicles. The service modules have an improved design which makes them more
resistant to the potentially damaging effects of electrical stress.
There is a voltage imbalance within the hybrid batteries of some 2007 VUE Hybrid and
2007-2008 Aura Green Line Hybrid vehicles. When the imbalance exceeds 0.6 volts the
check engine light illuminates and the hybrid function is disabled.
Remedy: The battery module and cassette manufacturing processes have been revised to
reduce the potential for inducing stress into the parts. Additionally, GM is conducting a
Voluntary Emissions Related Recall (VERR) to replace the three hybrid cassettes within
the battery assembly.
There are two unused pin cavities within the fuel sender wiring harness connector in each
of these vehicles. To prevent moisture from entering the wiring harnesses, these cavities
were filled with plugs. Some of the plugs used in these cavities are too small, and have
consequently allowed moisture to enter into some of the wiring harnesses. Subsequent
corrosion in the 12-way connector could result in failure of the evaporative canister vent
solenoid control circuit.
Remedy: To correct the problem GM will inspect and, if necessary, install new fuel sender
wiring harness connector plugs.
There are two unused pin cavities within the fuel sender wiring harness connector in each
of these vehicles. To prevent moisture from entering the wiring harnesses, these cavities
were filled with plugs. Some of the plugs used in these cavities are too small, and have
consequently allowed moisture to enter into some of the wiring harnesses. Subsequent
corrosion in the 12-way connector could result in failure of the evaporative canister vent
solenoid control circuit.
Remedy: To correct the problem Suzuki will replace the fuel sender wiring harness
connector plugs.
Some vehicles may have been built with a section of the fuel tank seam that was not
formed in accordance with the manufacturing specifications.
Remedy: GM dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the fuel tank.
Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L V8 engine may have had the secondary Air Injection System
(AIR) disabled as the result of a previous service procedure that included a Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) reprogramming or replacement. These vehicles may be releasing
air pollutants which exceed California and Federal emission standards if the AIR system
has been disabled.
Remedy: GM dealers will reprogram the PCM and verify proper AIR pump system
operation.
During engine assembly, an incorrect rocker arm shaft may have been installed. The
incorrect shaft does not allow the proper lubrication to the camshafts, which results in
excessive heat buildup. In some cases the camshaft holder bolts loosen allowing the
rocker arm shaft to move causing a clicking or tapping noise.
Remedy: The repair is to inspect the rocker arm shaft and, if the rocker arm shaft is
incorrect, replace the complete cylinder head assembly.
The fuel pump motor may not have the proper uniform internal electrical surface contact.
This may cause the fuel pump to produce less pumping pressure that required to supply the
fuel injection system. Poor engine starting and hesitation may result.
Remedy: Hyundai dealers will replace the vehicle's fuel pump subassembly.
Affected
Vehicles
13,055
814
7,487
26
3,895
21,208
7,974
884
6,783
1,314
30
40,519
25,095
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
13,055
8,327
25,103
7,974
884
8,097
30
65,000

2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
April 2009

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                                           2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.



Hyundai





Jaguar




Kia




Land Rover



Mazda





Mercedes-Benz




Mercedes-Benz












Mfr. Recall
Number


087





K014




SC074




P010



5008H





2008020001
2008-03 06



2008070001












EPA#



3568





3475




3592




3522



3596





3389




3537












Type



V





V




V




V



V





V




V












Owner
Notification


10/17/2008





1/30/2008




9/16/2008




7/1/2008



8/28/2008





3/1/2008




8/1/2008












MY



2007
2008




2008




2008
2009




2008



2007


2008


2003
2004
2005
2006

2003

2004
2005


2006






Vehicle or Engine
Class


Veracruz 3.8L





X-Type




Rondo




Freelander LR2



MAZDA6





E55, AMG
E55, AMG
E55, AMG
E55, AMG, CLS

G 55 AMG
E320
CLK 500 & SL500
ALL 500 Series
SLK 350
E500
C 55 AMG
ML 350 & R 350
ML 500
C230
C280, C, SLK, E 350
C, SLK & E 500
C55AMG, SLK 55
AMG
Engine Family



7HYXT03.8EM5
8HYXT03.8EM5




8JCXV03.0DNH




8KMXV02.4UW5
9KMXV02.4UW5




8LRXT03.2001



7TKXV02.35CB
7TKXV02.3NH1
7TKXV03.05FA
8TKXV02.35DB
8TKXV02.3NH2
8TKXV03.05FA
3MBXV05.5LBI
4MBXV05.5LBX
5MBXV05.5LBI
6MBXV05.5LBI

3MBXT05.51BI
3MBXV03.2UBX
3MBXV05.0UBI
4MBXV05.0L2A
5MBXV03.5LTR
5MBXV05.0U2A
5MBXV05.5LBI
6MBXT03.5LTR
6MBXT05.0LBI
6MBXV02.5U2A
6MBXV03.5U2A
6MBXV05.0U2A
6MBXV05.5LBI

Problem Description



Hyundai has determined that certain 4WD vehicles emission control systems that can be
diagnosed with a Hyundai electronic diagnostic scan tool but may not be properly
diagnosed with generic scan tools. This inability to diagnose the emission control system
may cause the vehicle to fail an emission or smog test.
Remedy: Hyundai dealers will reprogram the vehicles 4WD-ECU to allow proper
communications with non-proprietary scan tools.
Some vehicles have been manufactured with incorrect software for the engine managemen
system which under certain driving conditions permits the setting of computer fault codes
and the unwarranted illumination of the Engine Malfunction light.
Remedy: Jaguar dealers will enter the correct level of software required for the vehicle so
that the fault codes will not be set.
Some of these vehicles have experienced Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illumination with
a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) indicating an abnormal fuel trim caused by a fuel pump
malfunction. The cause was traced to the supplier's upper fuel pump body components
having incorrect dimensional characteristics.
Remedy: Kia dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with one that has a
dimensionally correct upper body.
Emission control calibration was found to be inadequate to assure compliance with
emission standards.
Remedy: Land Rover Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) to correct
this condition.
Certain Mazda6 vehicles built with metal fuel tanks may have had the PVC (Poly Vinyl
Chloride) protective coating on the outside of the fuel tank damaged during the assembly
process which may result in reduced corrosion resistance during the life of the vehicle.
Remedy: Mazda dealers will inspect the bottom of the fuel tank for damage, and if
necessary, repair the coating or replace the fuel tank.

Certain 2003-2006 vehicles, when exposed to high ambient temperatures in combination
with frequent stop and go driving, may develop cracks in their fuel filter modules due to
mechanical stress. These cracks may lead to the escape of fuel vapors.
Remedy: Mercedes dealers will check the fuel filter modules in the affected vehicles and
repair them or, if necessary, replace them with improved fuel filter modules.
Some vehicles received incorrect software changes at repair facilities. Depending on the
model and model year affected, this can cause one of the following errors: The fuel gauge
readings may be incorrect, a stuck fuel-level sensor may not be displayed in the instrument
cluster, the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system may cause the check engine light to
illuminate incorrectly, the speedometer may be out of tolerance, or in the event of a crash
the electrical fuel pump may not receive a crash signal that is required for the fuel pump to
disconnect.
Remedy: Mercedes-Benz has initiated a recall to correct the software.






Affected
Vehicles


3,690
6,812




711




2,915
3,765




14,637



50
930
30
260
5,700
250
1567
2745
2186
4182

1
5
2
6
16
1
1
50
2
23
63
4
3

Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
10,502





711




6,680




14,637



7,220





10,680




404




























































2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
      April 2009

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                                           2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.

























Nissan/lnfiniti








Nissan/lnfiniti







Nissan/lnfiniti




Nissan/lnfiniti


Nissan/lnfiniti


Mfr. Recall
Number
























NE-2-25-8








R0714







NE-2-19-8




NE-9-22-08R


NE-9-29-8


EPA#

























3348








3387







3397




3602


3606


Type

























V








V







V










Owner
Notification
























2/25/2008








1/30/2008







2/19/2008




10/6/2008


10/13/2008


MY



2007








2008








2009



2003
2004

2005



2006

2008







2007
2008




2009


2009


Vehicle or Engine
Class


E 350, CLK 350
ML & R350
GL450
CLK63AMG
C& SLK 280
E 350 & C 280
E550
S550
S 600 & S 65 AMG
C300
C300
GL450, 550, ML, S
550
C, ML, CL&S63
GL, ML&R320
C 300, C, E, CLK,
SLK 350 & SLK 280
E350
CLK, & CLS 550
CL600
SL550
SLK 300 & 350
Sentra
Sentra
Altima
Altima

Frontier
Sentra
Altima
Frontier
Pathfinder







Altima




Murano


GT-R


Engine Family



7MBXB03.5BN4
7MBXB03.5U2A
7MBXB04.6L2A
7MBXB06.3L2A
7MBXV03.0U2A
7MBXV03.5U2A
7MBXV05.5BN4
7MBXV05.5U2A
7MBXV06.0BN8
8MBXB03.0U2A
8MBXB03.5U2A
8MBXB05.5U2A

8MBXB06.3L2A
8MBXT03.0B10
8MBXV03.5BN4

8MBXV03.5U2A
8MBXV05.5BN4
8MBXV06.0L2A
9MBXJ05.5U2A
9MBXJ03.5BN4
3NSXV01.863A
4NSXV01.883A
4NSXV02.585A
5NSXV02.585A
5NSXV02.5G5A
5NSXT02.5G5A
5NSXV01.883A
6NSXV02.585A
6NSXT02.5G5A
8NSXV05.6G9A







7NSXV02.585A
8NSXV02.585A




9NSXT03.5G7B


9NSXV03.8GBA


Problem Description

























On some 2003-2006 vehicles, there is a possibility that the program in the Engine Control
Module (ECM) may cause improper operation of the evaporative emission control system.
Remedy: Nissan will conduct a voluntary emissions recall to reprogram the ECM's in the
affected vehicles.





Some 2008 V8 vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect under-hood Vehicle Emission
Control Information (VECI) label. The label contains an incorrect letter in the emission test
group code. The incorrect code can mislead testing facilities concerning the test
parameters to use in performing emissions tests which can result in the vehicles being
tested using incorrect parameters and false failures of the emissions test.
Remedy: Nissan will provide replacement VECI labels to their dealers. These labels will
contain the correct emission test group code. Nissan has also issued a Technical Service
Bulletin (TSB) containing instructions for the installation of the replacement labels.
Some 2007 and 2008 Altimas are equipped with an improperly functioning emission-related
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system. The problem is caused by faulty OBD software. The
faulty software may result in failure of the OBD system to warn owners of catalytic
converter malfunctions.
Remedy: Nissan will conduct a voluntary emissions related recall to reprogram the Engine
Control Modules (ECM's) in the affected vehicles.
Nissan has discovered that these vehicles are equipped with improperly functioning
Transmission Controllers.
Remedy: Nissan dealers will reprogram the Transmission Controller.
Nissan has discovered that these vehicles are equipped with an improperly functioning
evaporative control monitor in the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) system
Remedy: Nissan dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM).
Affected
Vehicles


15
12
18
1
2
13
2
5
17
23
25
18

10
13
19

3
4
1
23
3
8,334
12,126
14,978
49,013
587
1,552
27,957
21,318
3,576
4,775







41,906
19,049




15,800


764


Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled






















139,441








4,775







60,955




15,800


764
























































2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
      April 2009

-------
2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.
Porsche
Roush
Subaru
Toyota/Lexus
Volkswagen/Audi
Volkswagen/Audi
Volkswagen/Audi
Mfr. Recall
Number
A803
08V-523
VWE-15
7LC
26E5/R5
20L8/JY
26E5/R5
EPA#
3433
3636
3567
3385
3503
3503
3521
Type
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
Owner
Notification
2/15/2008
10/21/2008
8/15/2008
1/11/2008
6/13/2008
6/27/2008
6/13/2008
MY
2008
2008
2008
2006
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Cayenne
Roush F150
Roush F150
Roush F150
Roush F150
Roush F150 Liquid
Propane Injection
IMPREZAWRXSTI
2.5L TURBO
Lexus IS250
Lexus GS300
Lexus IS250
VW Passat
Audi A6
VW Passat
Engine Family
8PRX803.66E1
8RIIT05.44D7
8RIIT05.4LPG
8RIIT05.44E2
8RIIT05.44HF
8RIIT05.44HA
8FJXB02.5PYH
6TYXV02.5PEA
6TYXV03.0WMB
6TYXV03.5PEB
YADXV02.8334
1ADXV03.8334
2ADXV02.8334
2ADXV04.0229
3ADXV02.8334
3ADXV04.0229
4ADXV01.8342
4ADXV02.8334
4ADXV04.0229
5ADXV01.8342
5ADXV02.8334
1ADXV02.8334
1ADXV02.7333
2ADXV02.7333
2ADXV03.0344
3ADXV02.7343
3ADXV03.0344
4ADXV02.7343
4ADXV03.0344
4ADXV04.2345
5ADXV02.7343
5ADXV04.2345
1ADXV01.8342
2ADXV01.8342
3ADXV01.8342
4ADXV01.8342
5ADXV01.8342
Problem Description
A fuel line may contact the engine compartment cover and, over time, result in a knocking
noise and chafing of the fuel line. Excessive chafing may reduce the thickness of the fuel
line wall to the point of causing a leak.
Remedy: Porsche is conducting a recall to inspect, reroute, and replace the fuel lines as
needed. Customers will be notified by letter to return their vehicles for repairs free of
charge. This is both a safety-related and emission-related recall.
Roush has determined that the hydrocarbon paper may become dislodged form the air box
lid during operation. This may result in a loss of performance, illumination of the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) and, in extreme cases, a stalling of the vehicle during
operation without notice. This could result in an accident.
Remedy: The remedy for this condition will consist of removing the existing air box lid and
replacing it with a lid on which the hydrocarbon paper has been affixed using an adhesion
promoter and by applying 20 psi of force.
For vehicles that are repeatedly or continuously operated with the engine at over-rewing
speed, abnormal combustion could result in severe engine damage.
Remedy: Subaru dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) to help
maintain optimum performance and prevent possible engine damage.
High stress areas may have been created in fuel line tubing within the engine
compartments of these vehicles. These stresses, combined with other factors such as
corrosive agents in the fuel, may cause cracks, and consequent fuel leaks.
Remedy: Lexus dealers will replace the two affected fuel line tubes with newly designed
tubes.
The affected vehicles with automatic transmission may have an underbody heat shield that
can become damaged. If a damaged heat shield contacts the exhaust system there is a
risk of fire. Also, some 4Motion all-wheel drive vehicles may have a fuel tank ventilation
valve than can leak due to fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will install additional underbody heat shields to cover the damaged
areas and flash the 1 .81 engines with a precautionary software update. Additionally,
dealers will inspect the fuel tank ventilation line and valve on 4Motion all-wheel drive
vehicles to verify that the line is free of tension. Components will be replaced if necessary.
On some vehicles the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve - combined
with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple - may
lead to cracking of the nipple. If this happens, a fuel leak may result. A fuel leak in the
presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy: To prevent or repair cracking at the valve nipple, Audi dealers will reinforce the
nipple on the rollover valve.
An improperly routed fuel line could be the cause of a fuel leak.
Remedy: A recall is being implemented on this vehicle to inspect the fuel line routing and
reroute or replace it as needed.
Affected
Vehicles
5,573
Affected
vehicle
totals
are shared
2,053
2,100
24,000
1,000
6,944
13,086
13,458
1,420
11,360
3,045
7,566
5,315
478
3,253
1,945
3,220
10,260
11,270
9,722
9,131
12,618
6,385
779
2,889
531
41,727
57,898
67,593
51,677
20,765
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
5,573
191
2,053
27,100
67,870
66,805
239,660

2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
April 2009

-------
2008 Emission-Related Recall Campaigns
Mfr.

Volvo

Mfr. Recall
Number

190

188

202

EPA#

3440

3441

3627

Type

Owner
Notification

2/22/2008

2/26/2008

10/21/2008

2004

2005

2006

2008

2005
2006
2007
2008

Vehicle or Engine
Class

S40
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40 and V50

S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50
S40, V50

Engine Family

4VVXV2.43U2N
4VVXX2.52U2T
5VVXX02.5U2T
5VVXX02.4S2N
5VVXV02.4U2N
6VVXV02.4U2N
6VVXV02.4S2N
6VVXB02.5U2T
8VVXV02.4S2N

5VVXV02.4S2N
6VVXV02.4S2N
7VVXV02.4S2N
8VVXV02.4S2N

Problem Description

On certain 2004.5 (mid-year production), 2005, and 2006 model year S40 and V50
vehicles, long-term exposure to climatic conditions may cause excessive internal corrosion
of the Pump Electronic Module (PEM). This can result in a faulty signal to the fuel pump,
which in turn can cause low, or no, fuel pressure.
Remedy: The PEM's will be replaced and relocated to the inside of the vehicle (under left
rear seat cushion) to prevent exposure to the elements and their consequent excessive
internal corrosion.

On certain 2008 S40 and V50 vehicles the crankcase ventilation hose may disconnect. The
resultant increase in air flow may cause a whistling noise. In addition, the check engine
light may illuminate and/or a slight oil leakage may result. In some cases, this condition
may cause the vehicle to fail a state emissions test.
Remedy: Volvo dealers will secure the crankcase ventilation hoses with an additional
clamp.
Volvo has decided that in certain vehicles the material in the Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) oil trap pressure control diaphragm and the crankcase ventilation hose may become
cracked due to exposure to the crankcase environment. As a result these vehicles may not
fully meet the CARS and EPA emission control durability requirements.
Remedy: The corrective action will be to replace the PCV oil trap and ventilation hose with
improved materials.
Affected
Vehicles

3,679
1,158
5,763
2,068
6,999
2,082
637
1,254
535

4,745
5,623
4,796
1,907

Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
23,640

535

17,071

Total number of Vehicles affected by Recall Campaigns: 1,014,138
2008 Year End
EPA-420-B-09-016
April 2009
10

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    Section 2: 2008 Emission-Related Voluntary Service Campaigns
                                                             EPA-420-B-09-016
2008 Year End                                                          April 2009
                                   11

-------
2008 Emissions-Related Voluntary Service Campaigns
Mfr.

Ford

General Motors

Kia

Volkswagen/Audi

Volvo

Mfr. Recall
Number

08N01

07M08

07053
ML-MW295

08241
ML-MW315

SC073

2008/02/20
YY

192

EPA#

2482

2558

2776

3593

3478

2011

2629

2774
2840
3426

Type

vsc

Owner
Notification

3/1/2008

12/1/2007
(EPA notified on
1/8/2008)

6/19/2008

10/21/2008

4/1/2008

2/15/2008

4/11/2008

2003
2004
2005

2005

2006

2005

2003
2004
2005

2001

2002

2003

2004
2004
2002
2000
2001

Vehicle or Engine
Class

Expedition,
Navigator, F150
F150
F250, F350
F350
F350
Expedition,
Navigator, F150

Saab 9-3

Pontiac GTO,
Corvette
Saab 9-3

Aveo

Sorento 3.5

Golf/Jetta/Audi TT
Audi A4/Passat
Audi A6/A8
Audi S8
Audi A4 &
Volkswagen Passat
Audi S4/A6/allroad
Audi A4 &
Volkswagen Passat
Audi Allroad /A6
Jetta GTI
Audi A4, A6 Quattro
S40 & V40
S40 & V40

Engine Family

3FMXV03.0VF2
4FMXV03.01H2
5FMXV03.01H2

5FMXT05.4R17

5FMXT05.4R4P
5FMXT05.4LFD
5FMXT05.4SF5
5FMXT05.4TF9
5FMXT05.4WFD

5GMXV02.0003
5GMXV02.0002

5GMXV06.0081
6GMXV02.0003
6GMXV02.8004
5GDXV01.6D02

3KMXT03.5G01
4KMXT03.5G02
GKMXT03.5CM5

1ADXV01.8346
1ADXV01.8342
1ADXV04.2345
1ADXV04.2335
2ADXV01.8342

3ADXV02.7343
3ADXV01.8342

4ADXV02.7343
4VWXV02.8228
2ADXV03.0344
YVVXV1.95MJ1
1VVXV1.95L4T

Problem Description

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) hoses may become loose and disconnect. If
a vacuum leak occurs, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) will detect it and
illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Stalling may also occur due to the
defect.
Remedy: Ford Motor Company is extending the warranty on the PCV hose
assembly to 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Fuel injectors stick in the open position due to contamination during the
manufacturing process. Rough idle, hard starting, and rough running may occur.
MIL illumination will occur, and owner will obtain service at dealership. New
injectors are available for production vehicles.
Remedy: Improvements in the manufacture of the fuel injector to reduce
contamination were implemented by the supplier and an improved fuel injector was
implemented into production in June 2005. In December 2007 a Customer
satisfaction Program was initiated to extended the warranty of affected components
to a total of 11 years and 120,000 miles.
Some vehicles may experience a condition where the fuel tank gas cap won't
tighten properly or the fuel cap won't come off, or is broken.
Remedy: General Motors has extended the fuel cap warranty coverage to 10 years
or 120,000 miles whichever occurs first.

Some vehicles, equipped with a 1 .6L 4-cylinder engine, may experience a condition
where the fuel tank filler cap won't tighten properly or the cap won't come off or is
broken. These conditions may also cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to
illuminate.
Remedy: GM will repair this condition if it occurs within 1 0 years of the date the
vehicle was placed into service or 120,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
A metal clip which is part of the induction control valve in the intake manifold may
break off. If this occurs, abnormal engine noise and vibration may occur along with
impaired engine functioning and some loss of power. The problem may illuminate
the "check engine" light. However, the problem may exist and engine damage
occur without "check engine" light illumination.
Remedy: Hyundai dealers will remove the original induction control valve and
replace it with an improved design.
Faulty internal soldering to pins that mate with an external terminal may cause
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor failure.
Remedy: Additional heat is now being applied during production of the solder
joints, and improved parts are now available for use in the field. Volkswagen has
also extended the warranty on the ECT sensor, on selected models and model year
VW/Audi's, to 10 years or 100,000 miles.

Volvo determined that the Under Floor Catalyst may possess the inability to meet its
emission-control durability requirements for the certified useful life of the vehicle.
Remedy: Volvo is voluntarily initiating an extended warranty program on the
Catalytic Converter Pipe, extending the warranty period up to 10 years or 100,000
miles whichever comes first.
Affected
Vehicles

9,400
14,300
7,400

326,400

48,600
3,900
56,300
1,000
5,000

12,143
8,588

44,879
20,443
6,378
64,250

42,722
47,378
57,493

53,921
66,342
5,896
816
82,510

9,763
100,545

12,688
3,226
26,359
36,120
21,364

Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
31,100

441,200

92,431

64,250

147,593

362,066

57,484

2008 Year End
12
EPA-420-B-09-016
April 2009

-------
                                           2008 Emissions-Related Voluntary Service Campaigns
Mfr.



Volvo










Volvo





Volvo





























Mfr. Recall
Number


198










200
P46




	 200 	
P45




























EPA#



3515










3516





""3517""





























Type



vsc










vsc





	 vsc 	





























Owner
Notification


6/26/2008










8/1/2008





8/1/2008





























MY



2001




2002





2003

2004



""2603""







2004







2005







2006





Vehicle or Engine
Class


V70 AWD
V70AWD, V60

S80 T6, S80 Exec

V70 AWD
V70AWD, V60

S80 T6, S80 Exec


S60, S70

S60, S70



	 XC90AWD 	
C70, S60 & V70
S60 & V70
S60 & V70
S80 & S80 Exec
S80 & S80 Exec
S60, V70, V70XC,
XC90 AWD'S
XC90 AWD
S60 & V70
S40, S60 & V70
C70, S60 & V70
S80
S80 & Exec.S60,
V70, V70XC, XC90
A\A/n'C
XC90 AWD
XC90
S40, V50, S60, V70
S40, V50, S60, V70
S60 & V70
S80 & Exec
S40, V50, S60, V70,
V70XC, XC90 AWD'S
S40, V50, S60, V70,
V70XC, XC90 AWD'S
XC90
S40, V50, S60, V70
S40, V50, S60, V70
S60 8, V70
Engine Family



1VVXT2.43L5T
1VVXV2.43L5T
1VVXV2.43U5N
1VVXV2.78T6T
1VVXV2.92L6N
2VVXT2.43L5T
2VVXV2.43L5T
2VVXV2.43U5N
2VVXV2.92U6N
2VVXV2.92U6T

3VVXV2.43S2N
3VVXV2.43U1N
4VVXV2.43S2N
4VVXV2.43U2N


	 §VVXfZ92U1T 	
3VVXV2.43L1T
3VVXV2.43S2N
3VVXV2.43U1N
3VVXV2.92U1N
3VVXV2.92U1T
3VVXX2.52U2T

4VVXT2.92U1T
4VVXV2.43S2N
4VVXV2.43U2N
4VVXV2.52L1T
4VVXV2.92U1N
4VVXV2.92U1T
4VVXX2.52U2T

5VVXT02.9U1T
5VVXT04.4U2N
5VVXV02.4S2N
5VVXV02.4U2N
5VVXV02.5L2T
5VVXV02.9U1T
5VVXX02.5U2T

6VVXB02.5U2T

6VVXT04.4U2N
6VVXV02.4S2N
6VVXV02.4U2N
6VVXV09 51 7T
Problem Description



Due to fuel quality and climate conditions the fuel pump may degrade to the point of
emitting fuel vapors and may leak raw fuel. Conditions of long crank time and/or
reduced engine performance may also be associated with this problem. It has been
determined that the states of Arizona and Nevada have the largest number of
problems.
Remedy: In cooperation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) a Safety Recall was issued for the vehicles in those states. For vehicles in
other states the warranty was extended to 1 0 years or 1 50,000 miles, whichever
comes first. The fuel pumps will be replaced at no cost with a valid customer
complaint. Owners who have paid for a replacement fuel pump may be eligible for a
refund.
Some functions controlled by the engine management system software may cause
the Check Engine light to illuminate.
Remedy: Volvo is extending the warranty of the engine management system
software to 1 0 years or 1 20,000 miles whichever comes first. The warranty
extension covers engine management software regarding the evaporative
emissions system, the oxygen sensor and the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor.
The vehicle performs a test, controlled by the engine management system, to
determine if fuel tank vapors are escaping into the air. Under certain conditions the
test may falsely set the Check Engine light and store a Diagnostic Trouble Code
(DTC)
Remedy: Volvo is extending the warranty of the engine management system
software to 10 years or 120,000 miles whichever comes first.
























Affected
Vehicles


27,842
32,334
25,131
8,328
17,416
20,635
24,865
27,652
10,753
5,038

1,579
13,573
2,964
6,371


	 87684 	
8,870
1,576
13,200
5,802
2,147
16,621

25,984
8,147
24,774
14,628
6,829
4,005
89,921

9,271
7,360
7,160
22,871
4,033
1,221
73,579

80,971

7,635
6,838
18,405
4917
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
199,994










24,487





	 6517623 	





























2008 Year End
                                                                   13
EPA-420-B-09-016
       April 2009

-------
                                                     2008 Emissions-Related Voluntary Service Campaigns
Mfr.














Volvo





Volvo







Mfr. Recall
Number














200
P55




	 200 	
P54






EPA#














3518





""3519""







Type














vsc





	 vsc 	







Owner
Notification














8/1/2008





	 8/1/2668 	







MY
2007






2008






2004
2005

2006


""2664""
2005
2006

2007

2008

Vehicle or Engine
Class
S80, XC90
S40, V50, S60, V70,
V70XC, XC90 AWD'S
S80, XC90
S40, V50
C30, S40, V50
S60 & V70
XC70, S80, XC90
S60
S40, V50
S40, V50, C30
S40, V50, S60, V70,
V70XC, XC90 AWD'S
S80
S4024i





	 S4QT5 	
S40 T5 & V50 T5
S40 T5, V50 T5 &
C70
S40T5, V50T5&
C70
S40 T5, V50 T5 &
C70
Engine Family
7VVXB03.2U2N
7VVXB02.5U2T

7VVXB04.4U2N
7VVXV02.4S2N
7VVXV02.4U2N
7VVXV02.5L2T
8VVXB03.2U2N
8VVXV02.4L2T
8VVXV02.4S2N
8VVXV02.4U2N
8VVXV02.5U2T

8VVXV03.0U2T
4VVXV2.43U2N
5VVXV02.4S2N
5VVXV02.4U2N
6VVXV02.4S2N
6VVXV02.4U2N

	 4VVXXZ52U2T 	
5VVXX2.52U2T
6VVXB02.5U2T

7VVXB02.5U2T

8VVXB02.5U2T

Problem Description














Some functions controlled by the engine management system software may cause
the Check Engine light to illuminate.
Remedy: Volvo is extending the warranty of the engine management system
software to 10 years or 120,000 miles whichever comes first. The warranty
extension covers engine management software regarding the evaporative
^missions ...system i anc [the ..MassAir Flow (MAP) sensor.
Some functions controlled by the engine management system software may cause
the Check Engine light to illuminate.
Remedy: Volvo is extending the warranty of the engine management system
software to 10 years or 120,000 miles whichever comes first. The warranty
extension covers engine management software regarding the evaporative
emissions system and the fuel system misfire detection system.


Affected
Vehicles
33,321
42,563

8,703
4,319
16,727
2,261
40,931
227
3,342
3,691
17,761

2,428
7,415
4,750
16,025
5,635
16,633

	 37698 	
11,470
9,288

9,115

4,452

Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled














50,458





	 387623 	







                                                                                                            Total number of Vehicles affected by Voluntary Service Campaigns:  2,160,109
                                                                                                                     SUMMARY
                                                                                                Total number of Vehicles affected by Recalls and Voluntary Service Campaigns:

                                                                                                                            Total number of Voluntary Recalls:    44

                                                                                                                   Total number of Voluntary Service Campaigns:    12

                                                                                                         Total number of Recalls and Voluntary Service Campaigns:    56
              3,174,247
2008 Year End
                                                                                  14
EPA-420-B-09-016
        April 2009

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