Auto-Trail recall: The solar panel could become detached
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The bond between the solar panel and the roof panel could fail meaning the solar panel could become detached.
- What to do
- Contact a Auto-Trail dealer to book the free repair. Conduct a visual and �pull check� of fitted panel. If loose replace the panel with new one. If secure point around the interface between panel and roof.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The bond between the solar panel and the roof panel could fail meaning the solar panel could become detached.
The fix
Conduct a visual and �pull check� of fitted panel. If loose replace the panel with new one. If secure point around the interface between panel and roof.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribute | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
| Apache | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
| F-series | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
| Tracker | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
| Frontier | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
| Imala | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
| Grande Frontier | 3 Aug 2018 | 9 Sep 2021 | 3,255 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 13 June 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.