Caterham Cars SEVEN 620R recall: Throttle may stick when engine is hot
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to an overlap in manufacturing tolerance the throttle body butterfly may not return when the throttle pedal is released. As a result engine speed may not fall as expected.
- What to do
- Contact a Caterham Cars dealer to book the free repair. Replace throttle body on affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to an overlap in manufacturing tolerance the throttle body butterfly may not return when the throttle pedal is released. As a result engine speed may not fall as expected.
The fix
Replace throttle body on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEVEN 620R | 3 Jun 2013 | 27 Jun 2015 | 41 |
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 20 January 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.