View Full Version : RECALL: Brake Servo Hose
flashbsd
15-02-2005, 17:24
Hi lal, just to let you know, seat ibiza cupra's with the year 2001 plate, (X , Y and 51) have been recalled, went in to purchase a pipe today and they said its been recalled! :drool:
Booked in this week to be replaced free of charge :)
**** Dormouse Edit ****
Quote RECALL 47S3
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Is it a proper DVLA involved recall? As I won't be taking my GF's Ibiza back to any of the local dealers unless we get a letter
I wonder if this is the same pipe as my Leon one..... :confused:
I've held off posting anything more about it 'cos it's been months now :(
It's not on VOSA, so I've emailled SEAT UK to confirm what the situation is
flashbsd
15-02-2005, 17:43
dont think ive sene it anywhere, but mines getting done :) thought it might be worth you lot knowing as ive seen a few on here. car has done 22k btw and its cracked already!
are you confusing warranty with recall?
Recalls are issued thru DVLA
I got a letter at Xmas time that the car has been recalled. Have not phoned yet to see what its about. I'll do it tomorrow and see what its about.
flashbsd
15-02-2005, 18:26
mine aint under warranty mate :) deffo a recall
I got a letter at Xmas time that the car has been recalled. Have not phoned yet to see what its about. I'll do it tomorrow and see what its about.
Typical Jock :rolleyes: ;)
If it splits you'll see what its about (as you proceed to the scene of the nearest accident). :(
are you confusing warranty with recall?
Recalls are issued thru DVLA
I think the recalls are issued by the manufacturers themselves, off their own back, or pressure from VOSA/Customers. IIRC VOSA and DVLA just use their database to get as many of the owners as poss.
So why haven't I received this recall?!
Can someone tell me exactly what it is so that i can phone my dealership and ask.
Ben
So why haven't I received this recall?!
Can someone tell me exactly what it is so that i can phone my dealership and ask.
Ben
This brake servo pipe Ben:
http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=11005
EDIT: that picture is took from standing at the drivers wheel looking accross the engine.
spinrs2k
15-02-2005, 20:49
If there is a recall, will the dealer do it even if the hose isnt cracked?
might give my local dealer a ring tomorrow and find out the situation.
flashbsd
15-02-2005, 20:58
yeah. it possibly could go at any time, it looks like the pipe is actually a bit on the small side to be stretched obver the tpiece
speedsix
15-02-2005, 21:23
What about people that have actually had it replaced, say 7k miles ago?
spinrs2k
16-02-2005, 09:12
What about people that have actually had it replaced, say 7k miles ago?
why would you want to do that? is your new one cracking already?
Redcupra20vt
16-02-2005, 09:54
Hi lal, just to let you know, seat ibiza cupra's with the year 2001 plate, (X , Y and 51) have been recalled, went in to purchase a pipe today and they said its been recalled! :drool:
Booked in this week to be replaced free of charge :)
is it deffo just these reg's?? i have an 02 reg
Paul
Me too. Mine's 02 (one of the very last) but I can't see it being any different to a 51 plate. I might ring my local dealer.
I'm just waiting on a reply back from SEAT UK, so it'll save you calling if you can't be assed to explain it to a befuddled service manager
speedsix
16-02-2005, 10:13
why would you want to do that? is your new one cracking already?
I thought maybe they were fitting a more suitable pipe, not much point if they've replaced the original with the same thing.
I'm a little confused with this, is it work done free by seat if requested as opposed to an actual recall?
I'll give my dealer a call and see what this letter is about. Its dated the start of December so it can't be that much of a risk! :hide:
OK just off the phone, it is the brake servo my recall was about, booked in for next week to have all the brake servo piping replaced, FOC of course.
I'll give my dealer a call and see what this letter is about. Its dated the start of December so it can't be that much of a risk! :hide:
The image taken earlier in this thread looks just like the pipe that failed on my Leon. See THIS THREAD (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showthread.php?t=43306) detailing that issue (and subsequent recall which is coming) and the effect you get when the pipe splits. :(
As I suspected at the time, it appears this pipe is used on other models.... like the Ibiza. :)
The replacement will be similar.
As far as I can see, this is a heat-shrunk hose. Looks like a dodgy batch where the heat-shrink process has been excessive, and the life of the component compromised. This would tie in with the fact that the recalls are manufacture-date-specific, and that the replacement bits are "the same but slightly bigger".
Well the pipe in question (in that picture) is not really enough to cause anything dangerous to happen. It will just start to draw air in and cause the brakes to feel very hard - at which time you should stop. Guess it may not be too handy if your on the motorway.
speedsix
16-02-2005, 10:58
I suppose there's no way of telling if the pipe I had replaced is the larger one or not and I don't suppose Seat would pay out for one that was replaced a few k miles ago either.
flashbsd
16-02-2005, 12:06
Good to know i wasnt going round the bend! thanks for confirming BMcN :)
Redcupra20vt
16-02-2005, 12:55
Just spoke to SEAT UK. looks like it may have to be changed on mine.
I am taking it to the dealers in the next couple of days for them to check it. but to be honest, if they cant prove it has been done then i want it changed.
Paul
Well I phoned my dealer and he said he would give it a check but they tend to just change all the piping on the Ibiza's regardless of whether they find a fault or not.
Well the pipe in question (in that picture) is not really enough to cause anything dangerous to happen. It will just start to draw air in and cause the brakes to feel very hard - at which time you should stop. Guess it may not be too handy if your on the motorway.
Brakes don't go hard ~ you lose the servo assistance so you're directly connected.
I wouldn't have thought this would be the end of the world either as I've driven several cars with no servo assistance. No servo and failed servo are different things however.
I can confirm that it's not good at all :no: . Maybe the lighter Beezer would be slightly better, but the Leon required major leg effort to bring it to a halt. I got a real fright, and there is no way my wife would have been able to press hard enough to trigger the ABS ......
If you're taking your car in anyway you can cut yours on the way in and see for yourself. :p
Redcupra20vt
16-02-2005, 13:32
Brakes don't go hard ~ you lose the servo assistance so you're directly connected.
I wouldn't have thought this would be the end of the world either as I've driven several cars with no servo assistance. No servo and failed servo are different things however.
I can confirm that it's not good at all :no: . Maybe the lighter Beezer would be slightly better, but the Leon required major leg effort to bring it to a halt. I got a real fright, and there is no way my wife would have been able to press hard enough to trigger the ABS ......
If you're taking your car in anyway you can cut yours on the way in and see for yourself. :p
i know what you mean. My old A reg polo didnt have a servo and the brakes where very heavy compared to modern cars. I dread to think what it would be like to stop a LEON with out the servo assistance.
Russ_20vt
16-02-2005, 13:36
Sounds worrying this, just brought my cupra the other week. How could i find out if mine has been replaced or if it needs to be? Has anyone got any contact numbers for Seat uk? and can ijust ring up with my car details?
Thanks
Russell
Redcupra20vt
16-02-2005, 13:51
you have PM Russ
flashbsd
16-02-2005, 14:34
turn you engine off and ignition, roll down a hill and try to brake. see how hard it is?
Redcupra20vt
16-02-2005, 15:22
turn you engine off and ignition, roll down a hill and try to brake. see how hard it is?
try to steer too. should be intreesting what with no power steering and steering lock
cupra_matt
16-02-2005, 19:02
Just to clarify things. The servo pipe will not be replaced on any of your cars, only repaired if it is cracked, if its not cracked then it is unlikely to crack in the future. I know this because iam a seat technician. Checked mine today and its fine.
Just to clarify things. The servo pipe will not be replaced on any of your cars, only repaired if it is cracked, if its not cracked then it is unlikely to crack in the future. I know this because iam a seat technician. Checked mine today and its fine.
As I mentioned before, my dealer is going to change the pipe regardless of condition. Mine is wrecked anyway.
mark sheerin
16-02-2005, 19:12
I phoned my dealer today and he says if I haven't had a letter then I don't need it changing...
This doesn't seem a good way to deal with a brake related problem....what if your letter doesn't arrive and with todays high class mail who's to say it will...
Do you then drive round in blissfull ignorance till it fails?
As for losing the servo leaving you with 'normal' unservoed braking...this is nonsense..
The brake system will be designed to work with BOTH together..if it wasn't going to be servoed in the first place then a different master cylinder would have been used from scratch to get managable braking effort.
cupra_matt
16-02-2005, 19:18
Dont worry. There was a faulty batch made between certain chassis ranges.
And if your dealer replace the whole pipe they wont be able to claim, and will end up forking out for it them selves, But good for you getting new one.
They should be repaired with rubber sleeves and clips on any cracked joins.
As for losing the servo leaving you with 'normal' unservoed braking...this is nonsense..
The brake system will be designed to work with BOTH together..if it wasn't going to be servoed in the first place then a different master cylinder would have been used from scratch to get managable braking effort.
Not handy when the Ibiza's and Leons also have weak pedals! :whistle:
mines booked in for next week 02 reg !!!!!!!
...The servo pipe will not be replaced on any of your cars, only repaired if it is cracked, if its not cracked then it is unlikely to crack in the future. I know this because iam a seat technician.
I'm confused. What makes you say "The servo pipe will not be replaced on any of your cars" - it was replaced on mine, after it split 40 miles after the 40k service, when Seat Technicians also failed to notice the crack forming. Despite having just bought the car. From a dealer. I suggested it was a recalled part, they agreed, part was changed.
In my case, the pipe cracked, while I was driving it backwards, up a hill, at about 30 mph. It took me over 4 times the distance usually required to stop, despite it being a serious hill. (I then had to call the AA to provide me with new pants, big style, as despite having ONLY JUST stopped driving my unassisted Astra 40 miles before, i was nothing LIKE ready for the weight you gotta put on the pedal to stop where you had planned to.)
If I was reading this as an 'unaffected' owner, or an owner who's letter has been lost in the post (if they ever get sent) (or gone to a former owner or garage who don't care, in the case of recent sales) I'd be keeping a serious eye on it, and considering having a new one fitted regardless, even if I had to pay.
My car is a Y reg Cupra. In a parallel universe, it may have been squashed into a tree at 120mph when the pipe failed when I was going forwards. Clearly on a test track.
flashbsd
17-02-2005, 12:36
mine replaced today FOC, absolutly no repair, a whole new pipe, although looks to bge of the same material. will see how long this one lasts. reciept here says RECALL 47S3
From SEAT UK:
I can confirm that a recall has been issued in relation to the vacuum pipe on the brake servo. The owners of the vehicles affected will be receiving a letter during the following weeks, advising them of the situation and what steps are needed to have this rectified.
The information about the chassis break points for the vehicles affected has been passed to the network of SEAT approved dealers, so that they may be able to assist you further, if necessary.
Dormouse
17-02-2005, 12:44
In my case, the pipe cracked, while I was driving it backwards, up a hill, at about 30 mph.
What the f**k were you doing? Practicing J-Turns? :blink:
Dor.
What the f**k were you doing? Practicing J-Turns? :blink:
Dor.
Nothing abusive to my new car or irresponsible either.
It was more of a 'pirouette' really. :thumbup:
Dormouse
17-02-2005, 12:51
Just to clarify things. The servo pipe will not be replaced on any of your cars, only repaired if it is cracked, if its not cracked then it is unlikely to crack in the future. I know this because iam a seat technician. Checked mine today and its fine.
Hmmm,
Yes typical 'cheap' SEAT way of dealing with things. Want to borrow some selotape? That's normally the class of repair you recieve :(
Dor.
spinrs2k
17-02-2005, 13:04
just gave seat a ring and like was confirmed there is a recall and mine is booked in to get it replaced next tuesday, mine is not split or anything they are just replacing it :D
also getting the coolent expansion tank replaced because my sensor has gone and beeps every morning
Hmmm,
Yes typical 'cheap' SEAT way of dealing with things. Want to borrow some selotape? That's normally the class of repair you recieve :(
Dor.
Yeah - repair sounds a very "skinflint" way of approaching this. Is it leak-tested to confirm a seal? Had the longevity of this been assessed? :thumbd:
Mine was obviously replaced with a new pipe.
It's now 4 months since I was dealing with VOSA and they confirmed a recall would take place.
Rush on here feeling quite bleddy pleased with myself thankyou that I've performed a top civil duty :rolleyes: and end up looking like a dummy as nothing happens....
I find it hugely dissapointing that the motor industry can consider this pace of response acceptible. Even more so that the Insurance companies would allow this ~ particularly in today's litigation-bonkers environment.
This failure leaves you with SERIOUSLY compromised braking ability FFS! :no:
My local dealer just told me that there's a recall but when I asked for the chassis details affected they said that I would get a letter from SEAT UK if my vehicle is affected. I bought my car privately and haven't had any dealings with dealers yet so asked whether SEAT got the info from DVLA and they said yes.
My local dealer just told me that there's a recall but when I asked for the chassis details affected they said that I would get a letter from SEAT UK if my vehicle is affected. I bought my car privately and haven't had any dealings with dealers yet so asked whether SEAT got the info from DVLA and they said yes.
So just tell them you have a letter and insist they do it.
Dormouse
17-02-2005, 15:25
but when I asked for the chassis details affected they said that I would get a letter from SEAT UK if my vehicle is affected.
Or.
Your next of kin will recieve a letter when you wrap the car round a tree cos it coulnd't brake. FFS SEAT. (Maimed customers can't buy new cars....hmmm?)
Dor.
My mate is a mechanic at the local SEAT garage, when mine went in for a Coil Pack replacement he told me that I had a crack in that servo pipe.
I didnt notice any difference at all in the braking, but then mine was split from the connection and was heading 'downward' so eventually i'd guess it would have made a difference lol, 3 weeks later I had it replaced FOC (the day the SEAT guy came up to me and said the recall was just starting!) as I'd complained direct to SEAT UK who agreed to replace it for free.
flashbsd
17-02-2005, 16:20
mine was cracked, but hadnt gone completely. its a very thick pipe. and so would probably be ok cracked, but not the sort of thing to leave! :) quote the recall number if they query it as i said above :)
cupra_matt
17-02-2005, 20:47
I have a copy of the recall sheet in my toolbox at work. I will try and scan it in on my PC and post for you guys to see, includes chassis breaks and repair procedures.
Mine was cracked and replaced about 12-16 months ago under warranty.
mark sheerin
18-02-2005, 10:40
What about the other diesel recall mantioned in Auto Express last week....
batch of bad bolts holding the diesel pump on...leading to fuel leakage..under very high pressure by the way..
When will the recall be on that...
My car was made last July and comes within the time period for both these recalls but I have heard jack about either despite it being a dealer supplied car from new....
cupra_matt
18-02-2005, 17:19
Right it turns out i was wrong about the ibiza recall. The pipe must be replaced on all ibiza's, but only repaired on A3's, Golf's etc. Sorry.
As for the fuel leak, the tandem pump bolted to the head is what is affected. Check your car to see if it is a Bosch pump, if so you should be ok. Recall is on other makes of pumps only, but will still require checking. Hope this helps.
The pump is located on the end of the head and is driven directly of the camshaft.
Right it turns out i was wrong about the ibiza recall. The pipe must be replaced on all ibiza's, but only repaired on A3's, Golf's etc. Sorry.
But isn't it the same pipe :confused:
It's certainly the same design principle, materials, manufacturing method, and failure mode........ why is the "fix" different?
in fact...... sorry Matt but I need to correct you.
Searched back to my previous previous previous :rolleyes: thread and HERE ~ VOSA LINK (http://www.vosa.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/searches/expand.asp?uniqueID=46D3A99C482F0DAA00256CB10055C8C0) is the link to the Golf/Bora recall for the same issue. It clearly states inspect and replace
Don't look at the date on it (or the similar Octavia and Audi A3 recalls) ~ you'll just get upset.
cupra_matt
18-02-2005, 20:08
I can see this is going to be an on going debate, but the a3 and golf's are to have there pipes repaired, as iam a VW /Audi and Seat tech i have all the info to hand and i have done dozens of recalls on them. Its only today when i read the ibiza recall sheet when doing my own car i realised they had to be replaced only.
This is not the case on previous recalls on brake servo pipes on audi's and VW's.
think i'll be checking mine, and if needed getting it replaced, and making sure other people i know with cupra's are aware of the problem
flashbsd
21-02-2005, 16:56
admin: sticky? might be worth it with the recall number so peeps can quote it :)
Dormouse
21-02-2005, 17:39
admin: sticky? might be worth it with the recall number so peeps can quote it :)
Done + Added number in first post - I assume it's the one you quoted?
Dor.
I advise anyone who is unsure to phone their local dealer and insist on it being checked on the system. I found out that my 02 Ibiza Cupra does qualify for the recall and I probably wouldn't have got a letter either because SEAT's database is out of date. I changed my reg number last July, they couldn't find my details using my current reg number or my chassis number but found it with the old reg number which my name and address isn't registered to!
It's booked in now though for the middle of March! but to top it off my coilpack went this morning but managed to limp to work stinking of eggs. The car only has 25k miles! :thumbd:
I'm thinking I'll just buy the pipe if it's not too much money, then fit it myself rather than entrust the YTS kids
Just rang my local dealer and quoted my chassis no. regarding servo pipe issue. He said mine was not affected, so rang Seat UK and now a recall letter is on the way with a recommendation to get to a dealer sharpish!!!!!!!!!!!
DO NOT TAKE DEALERS WORD FOR IT!
I had experience of non assisted braking due to a failure in a Calibra, and it's v. scary.
took mine into the local dealer today (Hereford); service guy checked it straight away, and said it's showing the first signs of cracking :| Booked in for nxt Weds to have it replaced :D
A work colleague has a 02 plate Ibiza Cupra R... Would this affect hers too?
Phoned my local garage and they are checking to see if my car needs it, will find out sometime today if it needs done!!
spinrs2k
24-02-2005, 10:52
got mine done on recall tuesday , complete new pipe :D
flashbsd
24-02-2005, 11:14
Louise get it checked anyway, its not the kind of thing to leave till next week :)
mine has only done 22k and it was severly cracked, thanks Dor for sticking it. Dealer was helpful at my end, the pipe is 11.04 plus VAT if you wanna fit it yourself. the new one looks a bit more glossy, as if there is an extra layer to stop the elements getting to it.
:)
Just phoned SEAT UK and my 52 plate Leon Cupra does
not qualify for the recall :thumbup:
They did tell me first to phone the local stealer, but I insisted they checked on their system there and then and he did with no bother :)
I called Seat UK today, they said my chassis number is within the affected ibiza's. Definatley worth while contacting them direct - dont take dealers word for it. They said a letter should be on its way 2 me within the next few days.
WOULD THEY HAVE BOTHERED IF I HADN'T CALLED?? :thumbd:
JL
Does anyone have the phone number for Seat UK?
mark sheerin
01-03-2005, 22:07
Just got my recall letter for the bolts holding the diesel pump.......
I looked under my bonnet and the bolts on my pump have a bright blue hue ... they look dodgy to me..:(
I got a recall notice last week 47S3
Mik checked mine whilst in Jockland in September last and we reckoned it looked out but I'll get it looked at anyway
My boost guage is plumbed into the pipe, do you think they'll replace it because the guage is fitted to it?
cupra_matt
02-03-2005, 19:41
Just got my recall letter for the bolts holding the diesel pump.......
I looked under my bonnet and the bolts on my pump have a bright blue hue ... they look dodgy to me..:(
Check the pump on your engine, if it is a bosch pump your ok. The other type of pump is LUK and if it has a green mark on the top of it your are also ok, if not the 5 bolts that hold it together need replacing. This is because of a manufacturing defect of the bolts and the heads are snapping of causing a diesel leak. Hope this helps.
got mine replaced today :D
Redcupra20vt
03-03-2005, 08:15
mine is booked in for the 19th March.
Paul
mine is boked in for the 19th March.
Paul
boked ???
My daughter done that in mine a while back - not pleasant
Got mine booked in for Tuesday.
Just had mine done by Stoneacre in Peterborough .
neil
Maybe a daft question as i havent checked out my car properly yet, but is this recall only for the Cupra's, or is it for all Mk3's like the 1.0 & 1.4's??
cupra_matt
07-03-2005, 17:15
all ibiza mk3's
just rocked down to my local dealer in exeter with my 1.6 sport and said my car was within the chassis range. said i didnt have a letter but they werent bothered. they checked that it was in the chassis range and then took my car into the workshop straight away!
found that my servo hose was cracked, replaced it, 45mins later after turning up i was leaving with a new hose fitted :thumbup:
just rocked down to my local dealer in exeter with my 1.6 sport and said my car was within the chassis range. said i didnt have a letter but they werent bothered. they checked that it was in the chassis range and then took my car into the workshop straight away!
found that my servo hose was cracked, replaced it, 45mins later after turning up i was leaving with a new hose fitted :thumbup:
That was lucky. Maybe I should have gone to Exeter. I've been waiting 3 weeks to get into Teignmouth!
mark sheerin
09-03-2005, 16:30
Just had my fuel pump bolts swapped under recall but no mention of the brake hose..
That was lucky. Maybe I should have gone to Exeter. I've been waiting 3 weeks to get into Teignmouth!
yeh you should pop over to exeter mate. they will prob do it the same day for you :)
Think the car I have just bought has this recall on it (Y reg 2001 mk3 cupra) so will have to take a trip to the half wits down at my local dealer :blink:
bradcupraT
12-03-2005, 12:31
yeah rob the re-call letter came through today
flashbsd
12-03-2005, 13:58
got the recall letter today :) even though i started the thread :P went into dealer today for something else, and they had a bg box of the servo hoses sitting there. so well prepared :)
why have i not heard anything yet! :confused: been watchin this thread hoping id get a letter. . . . :thumbd:
Phone them about it. Turns out I wouldn't have received a letter as Seat UK's database was out of date! Mine has been done now though without letter :thumbup:
Greg Kirby
16-03-2005, 16:04
Dear All
Phoned SEAT UK, 0500 222 222
Gave them my VIN
They determined it is effected by the recall.
Dealerships have access to same system, so don't need a letter (often to go to previous owners etc..)
Got mine booked no problems to Leicester Francis SEAT dealership, recall reference 47S3
Turns out that it also hadn't recieved coil pack upgrade, so the cloud has a silver lining, they'll do this at the same time.
Hope this helps Leicester owners!
im foning them jus now. . .
Dear All
Phoned SEAT UK, 0500 222 222
Gave them my VIN
They determined it is effected by the recall.
Dealerships have access to same system, so don't need a letter (often to go to previous owners etc..)
Got mine booked no problems to Leicester Francis SEAT dealership, recall reference 47S3
Turns out that it also hadn't recieved coil pack upgrade, so the cloud has a silver lining, they'll do this at the same time.
Hope this helps Leicester owners!
good stuff!! :thumbup: ive jus foned them and theyve asked me to pop down and see them for my VIN. . . so hope il get it done soon!! :cheers: all!!!
Greg Kirby
18-03-2005, 13:09
Car returned from Francis Seat Leicester, new coil packs, new brake servo hose and a full valet....not bad for nowt!
Don't know what they used on the tyre walls but it stands upto weathering better than my stuff...must ask next time! :thumbup:
Redcupra20vt
21-03-2005, 09:35
got mine done at the weekend. took about 15 mins done by the nice guys at Westerham Garage
Paul
finally got my letter through the post,
next question is; can I actually be bothered to give it the Zoo keeper and let the monkeys loose on it again:think: there again they will know doubt not do it because its a modified car, brakes and all.
Greg Kirby
25-03-2005, 12:08
There should be no problem with your mods, it's a safety recall, not a warranty job. If they did have a problem, call SEAT UK.
The guys at SEAT Leicester were more interested in my car because it was modified - depends on the mechanic I guess. They have to relpace the pipe regardless.
Good luck! :thumbup:
Dave McBride
12-04-2005, 20:01
Hi Guys got my new servo pipe fitted today at Town and country in Perth Scotland. The service manager said that ALL cars recalled will be fitted with a new pipe regardless of condition.The job only took about 30mins and I was on my way!
yo dudes! i got my sevro pipe done the other day,no probs now! :thumbup:
jus waiting for other warranty work to be done now :thumbd:
yo dudes! i got my sevro pipe done the other day,no probs now! :thumbup:
jus waiting for other warranty work to be done now :thumbd:
cowabunga
andy_20VT
14-04-2005, 20:44
I recieved a letter two days ago my cupra is an 02 reg - it is the BRAKE VACUMN PIPE, it explians that this may leak due to a production fault and so the recall has been issued, it causes the brake servo to loose function.
I have booked mine in straight away as its pretty serious. The contact number on the letter is 01908 601243 any questions call it.
It is also for Leon Toledo Cordoba and Inca.
Hope this helps
ibizacupra
14-04-2005, 20:57
This brake servo pipe Ben:
http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=11005
EDIT: that picture is took from standing at the drivers wheel looking accross the engine.
Looked at mine over the weekend.. cracked to feck :(
going in next week for recall. gaffer taped for the moment.
they're goign to love working on my car - NOT
Got my letter through the other day, looks like it'll be a trip up to SMC in Exeter on Saturday morning then ;)
Has anyone had any probs with having a boost gauge attached to the brake servo pipe ?!? i.e. were the dealers a bit off'ish about it ??
ibizacupra
20-04-2005, 13:29
mine was done this morning, between us. :p
Worryingly the replacemetn part looks to be made exactly the same as the one which came off. :( :doh:
Hoping something is in fact different and will last this time, but still a rigid black nylon pipe heated onto a barbed one way valve, same as before (which stress cracked over this very same looking barb)
Hmmmm. :think:
cupra_matt
20-04-2005, 22:55
The recall says that it was a faulty batch of pipes. Its not anything to do with the design as most are fine.
ibizacupra
21-04-2005, 08:18
The recall says that it was a faulty batch of pipes. Its not anything to do with the design as most are fine.
:think: me smells something fishy.
pipe looks to be regular black nylon both old and new.
time will tell i guess.
uncannily similar tho
:confused:
Russ_20vt
21-04-2005, 12:36
Got mine booked in for tomorrow!
Mine is also cracked to feck and it looks as if its crakced all the way through, its about 2 cm long to! Large amounts of tape are now on it and not going to be driving to fast untill its fixed!
Go check yours now!
Got the servo pipe replaced on my sport about a month ago at Pattersons in Newcastle, took em all of 45 minutes.
flashbsd
28-04-2005, 17:39
45mins!
all they have to do is replace a hose with a clip at each end!
my replacement seems to be a much glossy finish, as if it has a protective barrier against the elements on it :)
remember to keep your letter, be good for when you come to sell up, and can say its had the repair :thumbup:
:think: me smells something fishy.
pipe looks to be regular black nylon both old and new.
time will tell i guess.
uncannily similar tho
:confused:
I think "faulty batch of pipes" refers to the whole "unit".
I'd guess pipe is heat-shrunk over a fitting. It looks to me like a problem with the processing, leaving pipes over-shrunk and therefore stressed.
Would explain why new pipe "unit" looks the same.
Mine did too, but the bore of the "new" one was much larger.
Penfold77
03-05-2005, 14:00
Just had my '01 Ibiza Cupra done, it seemed painless enough. Got a letter from Seat and told me I should go to my dealer with the letter and they will take care of it.
Don't think it's a warranty thing, more a safety recall.
Had it done this weekend after much faffing about
pedal feels like mush now, so will have to check it over as I'm not convinced they did a good job....
Had mine checked, needs pipe, currently "on order" :whistle:
I had a look at mine the weekend and its started to crack around the join, gonna call them tomorrow to get it sorted.
I only bought my car about 6 weeks ago, and it didn't have history so I have no idea if it's been done before. I'm going to the nearest dealer next week, so I'm guessing the best course of action is asking them to check it out at the time?
When was the recall, and did all owners get a letter at the time?
I only bought my car about 6 weeks ago, and it didn't have history so I have no idea if it's been done before. I'm going to the nearest dealer next week, so I'm guessing the best course of action is asking them to check it out at the time?
When was the recall, and did all owners get a letter at the time?
Have a read of the rest of this sticky topic.
Yes, there's a recall for some engines, some owners get the letter, some people randomly won't get the letter, some people will, it's no exact science.
Look at the hose and if it's cracking, GO EASY; in summary, have a search and read the sticky post and you'll get "up to speed".
just had my beeza cupra in for the replacement hose.....made a massive difference! only took 40 mins :).......then the dealer tells me I need a service (£210!!) and new front pads/disc (£160!!) :(
Cupra booked into ******* next Tuesday for these "bits" . Needing new brakes anyhow. Took the Leon Type R out and the brembo's are sick!!!!!!!. They stopped people arguing , stopped world wars etc. They were amazing, Mine are BREMBO lookalike :thumbd:
Turbo ZR
02-09-2005, 08:43
Previous owner of the car contacted me yesterday to tell me about mine being recalled.
Top bloke for telling me else i'd have never known.
Guess i'll ring Seat garage today and book it in.
Had letter through post about 2 months ago. Took it in last week to have work done, took about 40 mins :thumbup:
nogutsnoglory
18-03-2006, 15:23
Had mine done yesterday, didnt know it was the brake servo pipe, they just said it was a vacuum pipe but free all the same:)
I need to go to get mine looked at, its starting to split now. But i havent had a letter, you think i'll be ok?
You'll be OK right up until you're not... which inevitably will be when you need to stop. The dealer will be able to find out if you need to be done or not.
nogutsnoglory
18-03-2006, 16:03
I didnt have a letter, i just booked it in for a normal annual service and they did that bit for free
Ibiza_Cupra
29-03-2006, 16:00
how do you find out if your car has had it done already cause i am not to sure if mine has or not ?
IIRC, there'll be a sticker under your boot carpet, next to the one with your engine code etc on it.
Mine was placed under the dash, as I had a boot build installed so they couldn't get to it !! ;)
Ibiza_Cupra
29-03-2006, 16:11
do they just stick it in there when it goes it for a service or something like that then? will have to have a look later !
They only stick the sticker in the car when they';ve done the 'recall'.
I reckon SEAT will keep a database of those car that have/haven't had it done. Worth a phone call to your dealer to check I reckon.
Ive got a late 2000 modle will this all apply to me:headhurt: , if so ill have to get it booked in.
flashbsd
22-04-2006, 17:33
all of them mate, they are all the same pipe
Anybody got a picture of the Exact hose that should be changed.
chrisatactiv05
19-05-2006, 15:27
well, just spoke tom my local dealer, and they said there is a recall on the brake servo's so there havin a look at those next week, but then had a phone call from dover seat, and i asked them about the problem, they said there was a recal on a servo, and it was a hose that come of the inlet pipe, im slightly confussed!? had coil packs going, now these lol. They made my car of cracker toys or sumin, lol
my brake servo hose was split and i just left it for a few weeks. until one day when i was on the my local private race track and it fell right off.
lucky the private race track was open late at night and there was no other cars about as having no brake servo takes awile to stop.:wtf:
SEAT fixed it aswell as the coils for free.
I replace mine myself this weekend, as SEAT had a 5 week waiting list to do it. So i took the part, fitted it, then took the old one back to get it for free.
10 mine job. 5 week waiting list my arse.
oops, while fitting my boost gauge i noticed a crack, off to the dealers then eh?
Well tuesday afternoon, new pipe being fitted ....glad i seen this.
also i would not of known about this, brought the cupra recently and got it checked on the seat database and it stil needs to be done. Booked in for 12th August, they said it shoudl take 20mins and will do it while I wait :D
mark sheerin
31-07-2006, 17:10
http://www.vosa.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/searches/search.asp?cboStartMonth=1&cboStartYear=1980&cboEndMonth=1&cboEndYear=2010&cboMake=SEAT&cboModel=LEON&cboSortOrder=rec_launch_date&cboAscDesc=ASC&PageSize=10&Search=Search
Sharky_82
18-12-2006, 23:28
I know this is old but do you guys think i can still get mine done - had it about 3 months now - and before reading this i did notice something dodgy when I pressed the brake hard - it would shake slightly and my brake warning lights been going off a few times - theres plenty of fluid and discs/pads are fine -
Hey guys, i just rung SeatUK about the recall and mine was done in May 2005, what a result. Thats a load off my mind!!
Cupra Ben
08-02-2007, 12:56
How do you find out if its been done? Ring Seat UK I take it? Anyone got the number?
Only bought my Ibiza about 3 weeks ago, no idea if its been done before or not.
new2this
09-07-2007, 09:02
same here who do you ring to see if the car has been back for its recalls? and can you still take them back after this length of time?
could i just pop to a dealer and ask?
I have just called my local dealer and provided them with my reg number and they told me that this recall is out standing on my car so booked in to get it done.
pontiac_andy
10-10-2007, 23:34
my car is only a 1.4 and that got recalled
suppose i better phone the local dealer to check if mines has been done since i only just bought it
hey, has anyone got a picture of the pipe in question? its just i tried looking at the picture at the star tof the thread but its not there anymore.
thanks people
Myki da Pyki
09-12-2007, 16:20
Just looked at mine and its split. Ive had mine a year and have no recipt of any recall work being done on it so il give seat a ring tomorrow to check there records for me. Do you think they'd replace mine for me even tho its been a while since the recall?
edit:
Gave seat a call they looked at there records and it hasnt been done on mine so im booked in next week for it to be done
pontiac_andy
10-12-2007, 20:40
dont see why not, its a recall,i got a letter through the post
wagcupra1
10-12-2007, 21:51
i'm at seats tommorrow i'll take pics of all parts concerened
Myki da Pyki
17-12-2007, 14:02
Got mine done today thank god
anyone got any pics of the part that needs to be replaced? i don't know if mine has beendone or not
Myki da Pyki
17-12-2007, 17:49
Give your local dealer a ring an they'l tell you if its been done mate thats what i did
scaredpassenger
19-12-2007, 16:08
i just called my local dealer they said they couldnt tell me if the recall was outstanding till they had physically looked at the vehicle!!
what a load of bull!
i didnt tell them i worked for ford and know how recalls work!!!!
my local dealer is just in it for the cash!
is there a seat UK number i can ring to check this stuff out???
Myki da Pyki
19-12-2007, 16:23
Ring another dealer to see if they'l check it out aswel. If it has been done there should be a stamp in the back of the service book
Dan.Payne
19-12-2007, 17:27
i just called my local dealer they said they couldnt tell me if the recall was outstanding till they had physically looked at the vehicle!!
what a load of bull!
i didnt tell them i worked for ford and know how recalls work!!!!
my local dealer is just in it for the cash!
is there a seat UK number i can ring to check this stuff out???
There should also be a a sticker under the carpet in the boot to the left of the spare wheels if its been done.
scaredpassenger
20-12-2007, 08:50
cant check for the sticker at the mo as the cars in the body shop!!
my mrs said the brakes didnt work aswell as they normally did and she went up the back of a 4x4!!
scaredpassenger
20-12-2007, 16:51
just found out by calling another dealer that our car has this recall outstanding!!
as the car is currently being repaird due to the brakes not working as well as tehy should and the mrs trying to shag the back end off a 4x4 i will be looking in to this very closely!!
if that pipes failed ill be straight to seat 's head office for compo!!
R 20vt J
09-01-2009, 15:12
I recieved my recall letter and the car was inspected yesterday and has to be booked in after my respray to get the work done.
I thought my car had already been done by the owner before me. Can't believe they have left it this long to recall the car.
arron2004
12-01-2009, 15:45
i took mine in 4weeks ago for the inspection and they said it need the part still not got the part yet, and i waiting for a abs sensor cable 4weeks again its taken the mick
dubroots125
08-07-2009, 16:13
i just contacted my local seat dealer, (grants in braintree) they checked my VIN number on their system and said my car has no outstanding recalls on it,
my question is should i contact another seat dealer and see if they say the same thing??
scaredpassenger
08-07-2009, 17:06
well i personnally use grants as their my local stealer to, but thought the customer service was shocking, got my info from southend dealer!
then had grants do the repair, basically Grants said it didnt need it, but it did!
i sugest a second opinoin would be a really good idea with this dealer!
I only bought my cupra less than a month ago now ive read this, if i call my local seat dealer will they still look into this for me and change it if it hasnt been done?
dubroots125
09-07-2009, 09:54
well i personnally use grants as their my local stealer to, but thought the customer service was shocking, got my info from southend dealer!
then had grants do the repair, basically Grants said it didnt need it, but it did!
i sugest a second opinoin would be a really good idea with this dealer!
can u give me the number for the southend seat dealer, i cnt seem to find it on the net,
thanks
blackspirit
06-09-2009, 16:41
In the Netherlands they never heard of this.
Is this maybe only for the UK models???
daves ibiza
07-09-2009, 20:36
i had a recall on my beaza with servo line
ibizacuprafaded
16-09-2009, 13:53
this recall was done a while ago, I've had mine done f.o.c by seat
The_Machine
04-10-2009, 18:48
I took mine for a service at Seat last week and they told me about the recall.. Part ordered and fitted for free
Mine was done when i got the car have the recipt for it :)
leontdisx
10-10-2010, 17:40
i just was replacing a vacuum pipe on my 2003 tdi 110 leon and i noticed that there is a crack in the servo vacuum pipe. as mine is a 2003 car does that mean i have to replace it at my own cost or did seat recall these aswell?
james
Mines hasn't been done by the looks of things, no stamp in the book saying or anything either.
Would I still be able to get a replacement if I went into my local dealers? Or is it too late?