Can I drive a recall car?

Safety concerns While you can continue to drive your car until you are able to bring it in to have the recall work serviced, it isn’t recommended by the manufacturer or the NHTSA.

Do you have to pay for recall work?

A recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle, equipment, car seat, or tire creates an unreasonable safety risk or fails to meet minimum safety standards. If there is a safety recall, your manufacturer will fix the problem free of charge.

How do I get a recall letter?

Car makers will issue recall notice letters to owners of vehicles involved in a recall. You can also contact the customer services department for your car brand or your local dealer to ask if there are any outstanding recalls for your car.

What happens if your car is recalled UK?

You need to get your car fixed or replaced by the manufacturer if there’s a problem. You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts. If your vehicle has a serious safety defect, the manufacturer will write to you to tell you what to do.

How long are recalls good for?

A recall is good through the statute of limitations for up to ten years, with the exception of tire recalls which are valid for 60 days. However a car manufacturer is inclined to fix the issue even after those ten years have passed and most will give you no issues repairing the car.

Why is the DVSA’s safety recall guide important?

I am grateful for the cooperation of all those who have contributed to this document not least producers and/or distributors and dealer-ships. It is an essential guide to all those involved in safety recall and pays an important contribution to road safety. Alastair Peoples DVSA Chief Executive

What happens to reports received by DVSA?

For reports received by DVSA, a brief analysis will be conducted by them (which could involve seeking additional information from the reporter). Should a reported defect or defects appear to be a potential safety defect, then this will be passed to the producer or distributor for investigation.

When does a vehicle need a safety recall?

when a critical safety defect is identified that affects a range of on-road and off-road vehicles, including vehicles with an operators license. Manufacturers will only issue a safety recall for those defects which have the potential to cause serious injury.

What is a ‘DVSA safety check’?

This code concerns the situation where producers and distributors or the regulator – Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency ( DVSA) – become aware of potential safety defects in products that are available for supply in the UK in respect of all motor vehicles, trailers and their components – as originally sold, fitted or in the aftermarket.