2009 Annual Summary of Emission-
Related Recall and Voluntary Service
Campaigns Performed on Light-Duty
Vehicles and Light-Duty Trucks
United States
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2009 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	EPA420-B-10-007b
Environmental Protection	june 2010
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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: Definition:
CARB	California Air Resources Board
CFV	Clean Fuel Vehicle
DTC	Diagnostic Trouble Code
ECU	Engine Control Unit
ECM	Engine Control Module
EGR	Exhaust Gas Recirculation
MIL	Malfunction Indicator Light
MY	Model Year
NHTSA	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
NLEV	National Low Emission Vehicle
OBD	On-Board Diagnostics
PCM	Powertrain Control Module
TCM	Transmission Control Module
TSB	Technical Service Bulletin
VECI	Vehicle Emission Control Information
VERR	Voluntary Emissions Recall Report
Recall Type:	Definition:
0	Ordered by EPA
V	Voluntary Recall by Manufacturer
VSC	Voluntary Service Campaign by Manufacturer
1	Manufacturer voluntary action with EPA Influence
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Section 1: Emission-Related Recalls
New recalls received after 4th Quarter 2009:
Manufacturer
EPA#
Bentley
3461
BMW
3765
Chrysler
3748

3802
GM
3624
Honda (Amended)
3750
Hyundai
3591
Jaguar
3536
Kia
3592
Mitsubishi
3897
Nissan
3799

3903
Subaru
3754

3850

3894
VW
3697

3727
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2009 Emissions-Related Recall Campaigns through December 2009
Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
Bentley
SC09/06
(Report received
1/27/2010)
3461
V
10/26/2009
2004
2005
2006
2007
Continental GT
Continental GT
Continental GT, Flying
Spur
Continental GT, GTC,
Flyinq Spur
4BEXV06.0501
5BEXV06.0501
6BEXV06.0501
7BEXV06.0501
Some vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. If
this happens, either the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate and/or the
malfunction may cause the vehicle to exceed emission standards.
Remedy: This problem can be remedied by replacing the ignition coils with one which is
of the latest design.
805
3,693
4,959
2,343
11,800
BMW
08E-A03
3313
V
5/1/2009
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
M3, M3 Cabrio, M
Roadster, M Coupe
M3, M3 Cabrio
M3, M3 Cabrio
M3, M3 Cabrio
M3, M3 Cabrio
2BMXV03.2S54
3BMXV03.2S54
4BMXV03.2S54
5BMXV03.2S54
6BMXV03.2S54
Certain vehicles have a software error such that the Digital Motor Electronics (DME)
programming may cause the Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) to erroneously evaluate the
emissions performance of the catalytic converter and causing the "Service Engine Soon"
light to illuminate prematurely.
Remedy: BMW will reprogram the DME control module with an improved version of the
software.
10,404
8,964
8,632
5,471
4,394
37,865
BMW
09E-A01
3688
V
5/20/2009
2007
2008
Mini Cooper
7BMXV01.6UL2
8BMXV01.6UL2
On certain Mini vehicles the catalytic converter may deteriorate causing an increased
level of vehicle emissions.
Remedy: Mini will inspect, and if necessary, replace the catalytic converter with an
improved version.
14,880
650
15,530
BMW
09E-A02
3765
V
9/29/2009
2009
335d
9BMXV03.0M57
Particulate matter filters with the wrong ceramic substrates were installed on a small
number of vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the diesel particulate filter with
an improved version.
440
440
Chrysler
2008-44E
H43
3640
V
2/1/2009
2009
Dodge Caliber SRT4
9CRXV02.42P0
The original Vehicle Emissions Control Label (VECI) does not include the required
identifier for vehicles built with a turbocharged engine.
Remedy: Chrysler is sending corrected VECI labels to vehicle owners to be applied to
the affected vehicles.
140
140
Chrysler
2009-03E
J04
3698
V
3/11/2009
2009
Dodge RAM 1500
9CRXT05.74P1
An inapplicable Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) label was affixed to some
Ram 1500 vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will conduct a voluntary emissions recall (J04) to replace the VECI
label on the affected vehicles.
597
597
Chrysler
2009-04E
J03
3699
V
3/19/2009
2009
Chrysler Sebring, Dodge
Avenger
Chrysler Sebring, Dodge
Avenger
Dodge Nitro
Dodge Grand Caravan,
Chrysler Town &
Country, VW Routan
Dodge Grand Caravan,
Chrysler Town &
Country, VW Routan
9CRXV02.7JNA
9CRXV02.7BR0
9CRXV04.02P0
9CRXV04.0CR0
9CRXV04.0TN0
On certain vehicles equipped with 2.7L and 4.0L engines the Positive Crankcase
Ventilation (PCV) valve may have an incorrect flow characteristic. Two shipments of
PCV valves from the Tier 2 supplier consisted of mixed stock.
Remedy: Chrysler will conduct a voluntary emissions recall (J03) to inspect the
potentially affected vehicles and to replace any incorrect PCV valves found.
793
343
30
407
897
2,470
Chrysler
2009-05E
J02
3700
V
3/20/2009
2009
Chrysler Sebring, Dodge
Avenger
9CRXV02.4UP0
Certain vehicles intended for sale in the United States territories of Puerto Rico and the
Virgin Islands may have been built with a flexible fuel capable fuel pump module instead
of the standard fuel pump module. This fuel pump may not be compatible with the
instrument cluster software and overstates the fuel level by 1/4 tank. The vehicle could
run out of fuel unexpectedly as a result.
Remedy: Chrysler will conduct a recall (J02) to replace the fuel pump module. This
recall is safety-related as well as emission-related.
91
91
Chrysler
2009-06E
J05
3701
V
4/8/2009
2007
Dodge RAM
7CRXT0287P80
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may not be able to detect a completely blocked
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve or passage. Without this ability a blocked valve
or passage may cause the engine to emit nitrogen oxides at levels which may exceed
California Emissions Standards.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will reprogram your vehicle's Powertrain Control Module.
10,069
10,069
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2009 Emissions-Related Recall Campaigns through December 2009
Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
Chrysler
2009-10-E
H45
3732
V
4/6/2009
2005
Dodge Durango
5CRXT03.75S0
5CRXT04.75J0
5CRXT04.76U0
5CRXT05.75J1
The fuel tank inlet check valve may stick in the open position. This can cause fuel to
spill out of the filler tube when the vehicle is being refueled. Fuel in the presence of an
ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will test the vehicle's inlet check valve and replace the fuel
tank if necessary. This recall is safety-related as well as emission-related.
2,187
1,720
6,069
9,104
19,080
Chrysler
2009-13-E
J16
3755
V
6/5/2009
2007
Chrysler Pacifica
7CRXB0241 M80
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on these vehicles may not adequately control
nitrogen oxide emission levels under certain operating conditions.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will reproqram the vehicle's PCM.
9,954
9,954
Chrysler
2009-01-E
J18
3694
V
7/7/2009
2003
2004
Concorde, 300M, Dodge
Intrepid
3CRXV03.5VD0
4CRXV03.5VM0
A defect in the camshaft position sensor software could ultimately cause damage to the
catalytic converters.
Remedy: Chrysler will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) calibration to
prevent damaqe to the catalytic converters.
30,119
46,833
76,952
Chrysler
2009-21-E
J23
3852
V
9/25/2009
2009
Dodge Journey
9CRXV02.4UP0
Some vehicles were produced with a fuel Flow Control Valve (FCV) and Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) software intended for vehicles without FCV. Over time this may
cause the FCV to fail. A failed FCV could cause engine damage.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will replace the PCM.
8
8
Chrysler
2009-12-E (J06)
3748
V
10/19/2009
2009
Dodge Ram
9CRXT03.71P0
9CRXT03.7CR1
9CRXT04.71 PA
9CRXT05.74P1
9CRXT05.7VP1
The windshield washer fluid level sensor may leak allowing washer fluid to wick through
the wiring harness to the ambient temperature sensor. This can damage the ambient
temperature sensor and cause illumination of the MIL or may result in non-functional low
washer fluid warning lamp.
Remedy: Chrysler will replace the washer fluid sensor, ambient temperature sensor and
install a wirinq harness overlay packaqe.
622
71
4,000
11,302
5
16,000
Chrysler
2009-01a-E
(J18)
3802
V
7/7/2009
2003
2004
Chrysler
Concorde/300M, Dodge
Intrepid
3CRXV03.5VD0
4CRXV03.5VM0
The catalytic converters on these vehicles may become damaged from continued
operation in "limp-in" mode following a camshaft position sensor fault.
Remedy: Chrysler dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
30,119
46,883
77,002
General Motors
MW335
08411
3796
V
5/18/2009
2009
Chevrolet Colorado,
GMC Canyon
Chevrolet
Avalanche/Tahoe/Subur
ban, GMC Yukon
Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC
Yukon, Cadillac
Escalade
Chevrolet
Avalanche/Tahoe/Subur
ban, GMC Yukon
Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid,
GMC Yukon Hybrid,
Cadillac Escapade
Hybrid
Chevrolet
9GMXT02.9189
9GMXT03.7187
9GMXT05.3376
9GMXT05.3373
9GMXT06.2375
9GMXT02.9190
9GMXT03.7188
9GMXT05.3377
9GMXT05.3380
9GMXT05.3381
9GMXT06.2374
9GMXT05.3384
9GMXT06.0392
9GMXT06.0382
The fuel system control modules on certain vehicles may have a condition in which an
adhesive separation of the Room Temperature Vulcanizing seal may allow water to seep
into the module. Water in the module could cause a short; illuminate the MIL; make the
engine hard to start (or not start), or stall.
Remedy: GM will install a new fuel system control module. This recall is safety-related
as well as emission-related.
4,392
2,612
373
4,184
3,682
1,884
1,115
105
67
2,081
1,969
829
3,842
45
27,180
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2009 Emissions-Related Recall Campaigns through December 2009
Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
General Motors
MW343
09102
3816
V
6/1/2009
2008
2009
Chevy Tahoe Hybrid,
GMC Yukon Hybrid
Chevy Tahoe/Silverado
Hybrid, GMC
Yukon/Sierra Hybrid,
Cadillac Escalade
Hybrid
8GMXT06.0392
9GMXT06.0392
On these hybrid vehicles, the current battery voltage reading, which determines battery
charge, may be incorrect. This could cause a Service Engine light to illuminate and the
vehicle may shut down at low speeds when the vehicle is attempting to transition from
electric mode to gasoline engine mode. The vehicle can be restarted, however, it will
likely continue to shut down until the voltage error is corrected.
Remedy: GM dealers will reprogram hybrid-related modules.
8,505
9,848
18,353
General Motors
08285
3624
V
9/29/2008
(Recv'd VERR
2/3/2009)
2009
Saturn Outlook, Buick
Enclave, GMC Acadia
9GMXT03.6151
Some vehicles may have been built with a section of the fuel tank seam that was not
formed in accordance with the manufacturing specifications, possiblly causing
evaporative emission leaks.
Remedy: GM dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the fuel tank. This recall is
safety-related as well as emission-related.
884
884
Honda/Acura
09-005-00
SB09-053
3750
V
7/30/2009
2007
2008
2009
Odyssey/Pilot
Odyssey
Odyssey
7HNXT03.5VKR
8HNXT03.54KR
9HNXT03.5J29
A transmission judder (vibration) may sometimes be felt between 20-45 MPH. If the
software is not reprogrammed the judder can increase over time.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the software used to control the transmission to
minimize the vibration.
208,080
136,117
59,395
403,592
Honda/Acura
09-005-01
(Report received
1/12/2010)
3750
V
12/14/2009
2005
2006
Acura MDX
5HNXT03.55B4
6HNXT03.5RKR
A transmission judder (vibration) may sometimes be felt between 20-45 MPH. If the
software is not reprogrammed the judder can increase over time.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the software used to control the transmission to
minimize the vibration.
60,336
51,381
111,717
Honda/Acura
09-004
3751
V
6/19/2009
2009
Civic Hybrid
9HNXV01.3CDH
In areas where there is extreme cold, the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) battery
monitoring system may incorrectly indicate a problem with the IMA battery. If the
monitoring system causes the check engine light and IMA indicator light stay on, the IMA
motor will not operate and the vehicle will run with the gas engine only.
Remedy: Dealers will reproqram the IMA battery monitorinq system software.
2,872
2,872
Hyundai
086
3591
V
9/1/2008
(Rec'd VERR
2/11/2009)
2008
Elantra
8HYXV02.0HW5
8HYXV02.0HPC
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. This
recall is safety-related as well as emission-related.
40,519
25,095
65,614
Jaguar
J004
3536
V
12/1/2008
(Rec'd VERR
10/30/2009)
2004
2005
2006
2007
S-Type, X-Type, XK8,
XKR, S-Type, XJ8, XJR
S-Type, X-Type, XK8,
XJ8, VDP, XKFi, Super
V8, XJR
X-Type, XK8, XKFi
X-Type
4JCXV03.0DNE
4JCXV03.0DNG
4JCXV04.2DN9
4JCXV04.2DNF
4JCXV04.2DSA
4JCXV04.2DSB
5JCXV03.0DNE
5JCXV03.0DNE
5JCXV03.0DNE
5JCXV04.2DN9
5JCXV04.2DNF
5JCXV04.2DSA
5JCXV04.2DSB
6JCXV03.0DNH
6JCXV03.0DNH
6JCXV04.2DSA
7JCXV03.0DNH
The On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) system may not correctly detect tailpipe or
evaporative emissions failures and provide the applicable warnings to the driver.
Remedy: Dealers will reconfigure Engine Control Module (ECM) and, where
appropriate, the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
5,276
24,800
991
17,637
564
2,664
8,862
6,064
5,208
1,755
10,520
724
2,346
5,981
1,462
710
3,017
98,581
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2009 Emissions-Related Recall Campaigns through December 2009
Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
Kia
SC074
3592
V
9/16/2008
(Rec'd VERR
2/11/2009)
2008
2009
Rondo
8KMXV02.4UW5
9KMXV02.4UW5
The fuel pump may not operate properly resulting in not enough fuel getting to the
engine on some vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Poor engine starting, hesitation
and other impairments may result and check engine light may illuminate.
Remedy: Kia dealers will replace the vehicle's fuel pump sub-assembly with an
improved part. This recall is safety-related as well as emission-related.
2,915
3,765
6,680
Land Rover
P012
3533
V
1/2/2009
2005
2006
LR3
5LRXT04.0001
6LRXT04.0001
A deficiency in the engine management software could cause an increase in nitrogen
oxides emission levels.
Remedy: A Voluntary Emissions Recall (P012) was issued to correct the engine
manaqement system calibration at no charqe to the owners.
1,341
5,274
6,615
Mercedes-Benz
2009-060005
3838
V
8/1/2009
2005
2006
SLK 350
ML/R 350
SLK 350
SLK/C 280, SLK/CLK
350
CLK350
SLK/C 280, SLK/CLK
350
C230
C280
C280
5MBXV03.5LTR
6MBXT03.5LTR
6MBXV02.5U2A
6MBXV02.5U2A
The fuel tank diagnosis system in certain vehicles may have been inadvertently
deactivated during service, due to a software error.
Remedy: Dealers will recode the Software Calibration Number (SCN) in affected
vehicles.
6,481
971
2,288
6,587
16,623





2007
7MBXB03.5BN4
7MBXB03.5U2A

4
7







7MBXV02.5U2A
7MBXV03.0U2A
7MBXV03.5U2A

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186
1

Mitsubishi
SR-09-004
3897
V
9/29/2009
2008
2009
Lancer Evolution
Lancer
Ralliart/Sportback
8MTXV02.0GRB
9MTXV02.0GRB
A defect exists in the manner in which the fuel return pipe is attached to the engine. This
may cause a stress crack to develop at the fixed portion of the fuel pipe. If this stress
crack develops, fuel leakage may occur.
Remedy: The dealership will install a new fuel return pipe with additional attachment
brackets to better control pipe vibration. This recall is safety-related as well as emission-
related.
5,416
1,466
6,882
Nissan/lnfiniti
NE-03-05-09
3716
V
3/23/2009
2008
2009
Altima Hybrid
8NSXV02.5G3A
9NSXV02.5G3A
Due to a software irregularity, the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) programmed in
the Engine Control Module (ECM) may be overwritten. If this repair is not completed the
vehicle will not complete an emissions Inspection/Maintenance test.
Remedy: Nissan dealers will reprogram the ECM in the vehicles.
8,546
5,161
13,707
Nissan/lnfiniti
R0902
3799
V
7/20/2009
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
Murano
3NSXT03.5C7B
4NSXT03.5G7A
5NSXT03.5G7A
6NSXT03.5G7C
7NSXT03.5G7B
Under certain conditions the intake duct may separate from the resonator. This could
cause minor idle fluctuation or poor acceleration. If this occurs and the vehicle
continues to be driven without service the engine may stall while driving.
Remedy: Nissan will replace the air intake duct with an updated part and replace the air
duct clamps. This recall is safety-related as well as emission-related
53,255
63,187
71,613
77,320
94,290
359,665
Nissan/lnfiniti
NE-10-6-9
3903
V
11/2/2009
2010
Versa
ANSXV01.8G4A
ANSXV01.8G1A
These vehicles are equipped with an improperly functioning on-board diagnostics
system that may in some situations not illuminate a MIL when a malfunction exists.
Remedy: Nissan will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM).
608
5,708
6,316
Subaru
WVI-19
(45-state)
WVH-18
(5-state)
3417
V
6/19/2009
2005
Legacy, Outback
5FJXX02.5NKR
Under certain unique driving patterns, such as repeated acceleration/deceleration and/or
continuous uphill driving at higher speeds the vehicle's catalytic converter may develop
internal temperatures that exceed design parameters. If left uncorrected, this condition
may eventually degrade the efficiency of the converter.
Remedy: Subaru dealers will modify the Engine Control Module software logic to
improve management of temperature within the catalytic converter.
31,098
31,098
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Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
Subaru
WVL-22
3754
V
10/23/2009
2005
2006
2007
2008
Forester, Impreza, Saab
9-2X Linear
Forester, Impreza
Forester, Impreza
Forester
5FJXX02.5MJS
6FJXX02.5MTC
7FJXB02.5MTC
8FJXV02.5MTC
The one-way fuel valve located in the fuel tank may not perform as intended and could
cause a condition that may damage the catalytic converter.
Remedy: The one-way valve must be permanently removed from the fuel tank.
66,624
68,426
45,060
13,354
193,464
Subaru
WVJ-20
3850
V
10/23/2009
2005
2006
Baja, Baja Turbo
5FJXX02.5MJS
5FJXX02.5PGT
6FJXT02.5MJS
6FJXX02.5PGT
The plastic outlet pipe on the fuel pump may develop cracks and potentially cause a fuel
leak.
Remedy: Subaru will replace the fuel pump bracket which contains the outlet pipe. This
recall is safety-related as well as emission-related.
4,822
3,560
5,837
1,913
16,132
Subaru
WVM-23
3894
V
10/23/2009
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
Legacy, Outback
Legacy, Outback,
Forester
Forester
6FJXX02.5NVD
7FJXB02.5NVD
8FJXB02.5NVD
8FJXB02.5NVJ
9FJXJ02.5NVD
AFJXJ02.5NVD
Under certain severe driving patterns, such as high speed highway uphill driving and/or
accelerating with high engine revolutions, the efficiency of the catalytic converter may
begin to degrade beyond design parameters.
Remedy: Subaru has developed a modification to the Engine Control Module (ECM)
software logic that will improve management of the catalytic converter.
18,780
22,209
20,665
21,522
86,230
18,478
187,884
Toyota/Lexus
9 LA
3693
V
2/2/2009
2006
2007
2008
Lexus IS250
Lexus IS350
Lexus GS300
Lexus IS250
Lexus IS350
Lexus GS300
Lexus IS250
Lexus IS350
Lexus GS300
6TYXV02.5PEA
6TYXV03.5PEB
6TYXV03.0WMB
7TYXV02.5BEA
7TYXV03.5BEB
7TYXV04.6BEA
8TYXV02.5BEA
8TYXV03.5BEB
8TYXV04.6BEA
These vehicles are equipped with aluminum Fuel Delivery Pipes (fuel rails). Lexus has
determined that ethanol fuels with a low moisture content will corrode the internal
surface of the fuel rails. As this condition progresses the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) may illuminate. Over time, the corrosion will create a pinhole resulting in fuel
leakage. In the worst case fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could
result in a fire.
Remedy: Lexus dealers will replaced the involved Fuel Delivery Pipes with newly
designed ones. This recall is safety-related as well as emission-related.
34,600
15,500
43,700
48,100
32,700
35,200
3,200
400
1,200
214,600
Toyota/Lexus
T-SB-0180-09
2198
V
8/7/2009
2001
2002
2003
Prius
1TYXV01.5LJ1
2TYXV01.5LJ1
3TYXV01.5LH1
Certain vehicles may exhibit low engine power or failure to start and a Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due to Throttle Body carbon deposit build up.
Remedy: Toyota dealers will clean the throttle body.
15,800
22,750
12,450
51,000
Volkswagen/Audi
28E6/R8
2789
V
7/24/2009
2004
2005
2006
GTI, Jetta, Beetle
Passat
Touareg
GTI, Jetta, Beetle
Passat
Beetle, Golf
4VWXV01.9236
4VWXV02.0234
4VWXV05.0235
5VWXV01.9236
5VWXV02.0234
6VWXV01.9236
Diesel vehicles ceramic glow plugs may experience glow plug failures, as indicated by a
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
Remedy: Dealerships will inspect and, if necessary, update engine glow plugs to metal
glow plugs.
19,267
3,222
563
13,778
8,842
2
45,674
Volkswagen/Audi
24P9/P5
3704
I
7/24/2009
2004
2005
2006
Jetta, Beetle, Golf
4VWZV01.9236
5VWZV01.9236
6VWZV01.9236
The electronic control module (ECM) software can cause affected vehicles to exceed
emissions standards.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ECM software in affected vehicles.
11,251
6,927
2,329
20,507
Volkswagen/Audi
20P6/S2
3727
V
5/31/2009
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
A3 Quattro
A3 Quattro
VW R32, Audi A3
Quattro and TT
TT and A3 Quattro
TT and A3 Quattro
TT and A3 Quattro
6VWXV03.2535
7VWXV03.2535
8VWXV03.2535
9VWXV03.2535
9ADXV02.03UA
AADXV02.03UA
Under certain conditions, the fuel tank ventilation valve may not remain fully closed
causing liquid fuel to enter the venting system. This may cause the evaporative
emission canister to saturate with fuel increasing evaporative emissions and causing a
fire risk. Remedy: Dealers will install an improved fuel tank ventilation valve assembly
kit on vehicles equipped with 3.2L engines. This recall is safety-related as well as
emission-related.
1,307
1,197
4,051
525
2,794
337
10,211
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2009 Emissions-Related Recall Campaigns through December 2009
Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
Volkswagen/Audi
J1-28F2
3697
V
10/23/2009
2004
Passat, W8
4VWXV04.0229
Some vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. If
478
444,265

P1-28F3



2005
Jetta
5VWXV02.5253
this happens the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate.
29,359







Jetta
5VWXV02.5257
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install new ignition coils.
14,636







Audi TT
5VWXV03.2220

1,196






2006
Jetta, GTI, Passatt & A3
6ADXV02.0366

85,559







Audi TT


723







Audi TT
6ADXV01.8346

476







A3 Quattro
6VWXV03.2220

1,307







Jetta
6VWXV03.2535

7,810







Jetta, Rabbitt, Beetle
6VWXT03.2275

81,028







Jetta, Rabbitt, Beetle
6VWXV02.5253

31,956








6VWXV02.5257








2007
Q7, Touareg
7ADXT04.2358

8,644







Jetta, GTI, Passatt & A3
7ADXV02.0366

60,192







A6 and A4 Quattro










A6 and A8
7ADXV03.1374

10,569







RS4
7ADXV04.2365

3,373







S6 and S8
7ADXV04.2375

1,225







Q7 and Touareg
7ADXV05.2385

1,239







A3 Quattro
7VWXT03.6276

16,832







Jetta, Rabbitt, Beetle
7VWXV03.2535

888







Jetta, Rabbitt, Beetle
7VWXV02.5253

57,386







Passat
7VWXV02.5257

25,871








7VWXV03.6246

3,518

Total number of Vehicles affected by Recall Campaigns: 2,626,314
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Section 2: Emission-Related Voluntary Service Campaigns
New Voluntary Service Campaigns during 4th Quarter 2009:
Manufacturer
EPA#
BMW
3468


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2009 Emissions-Related Voluntary Service Campaigns through December 2009
Mfr.
Mfr. Recall
Number
EPA#
Type
Owner
Notification
MY
Vehicle or Engine
Class
Engine Family
Problem Description
Affected
Vehicles
Total
Number of
Vehicles
Recalled
BMW
09E-W01
09E-W03
(Amendment
published
3/02/2010)
3646
vsc
5/20/2009
2/18/2010
2007
2008
2008
2009
335i,335xi,335Ci
X6, XDrive, 35i
135, 535
335, Z4 sDrive
X6, XDrive, 35I
7BMXV03.0N54
8BMXV03.0N54
8BMXT03.0E71
9BMXV03.054R
9BMXV03.0ULR
9BMXT03.0E7R
There is a potential problem that could affect the durability of the high-pressure fuel
pump.
Remedy: BMW will extend the emissions warranty for the high-pressure fuel pump
to 10 years or 120,000 miles whichever comes first.
45,000
73,500
3,150
42,000
42,000
2,250
207,900
BMW
09E-W02
3468
vsc
8/31/2009
2004
2005
2006
Mini Cooper, S
Mini Cooper
Mini Cooper
4MBXV01.6R50
5MBXV01.6R50
6MBXV01.6R50
Variations in the crimping process may lead to an electrical failure (open circuit)
inside the oxygen sensor.
Remedy: Mini will extend the emissions warranty for the oxygen sensor to 10
years or 100,000 miles and replace the oxygen sensor with an improved version
within the new warranty period if the original fails.
31,200
47,600
51,400
130,200
General Motors
08300
3756
vsc
6/1/2009
2006
2007
Pontiac Solstice
Pontiac Solstice,Sky
6GMXV02.4031
7GMXV02.4031
Some vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine may have a condition where the
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates and/or there is a lack of engine power.
This may be caused by failure of the catalytic converter.
Remedy: General Motors is providing owners with a warranty extension for the
catalytic converter. If this condition occurs within 10 years of the date the vehicle
was placed into service or 120,000 miles whichever comes first it will be repaired
at no charge.
18,748
24,147
42,895











Total number of Vehicles affected by Voluntary Service Campaigns: 380,995
SUMMARY

Total number of Vehicles affected by Recalls and Voluntary Service Campaigns: 3,007,309
Total number of Voluntary Recalls:
39
Total number of Voluntary Service Campaigns:
3
Total number of Recalls and Voluntary Service Campaigns:
42
2009 Annual Report
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