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DS No8 (BEV) recalled over a fire risk
On the affected vehicles the main front wiring harness may contact a metal ground stud due to a design change resulting in a possible loss of electrical vehicle functions and in rare cases a risk of fire.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
DS No8 (BEV)
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 06/03/2026 – 26/03/2026
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- G3W-261475EE
What to do now
This recall is about a fire risk.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
Repairs and costs
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.
The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/317). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On the affected vehicles the main front wiring harness may contact a metal ground stud due to a design change resulting in a possible loss of electrical vehicle functions and in rare cases a risk of fire.
Defect
On the affected vehicles the main front wiring harness may contact a metal ground stud due to a design change resulting in a possible loss of electrical vehicle functions and in rare cases a risk of fire.
Remedy
Add a protective rubber cap to the ground stud.
Models
DS No8 (BEV)
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are DS No8 (BEV) being recalled?
This recall is about a fire risk. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.