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Knaus Tabbert CaraCompact 600 MEG, CaraCompact MB 640 MEG and other models recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

For affected vehicles a crack in the gas cookers filling pipe may cause a continuous gas leak when the gas cylinder is opened. The gas -air mixture could be ignited by a heat source and could result in deflagration and/or a fire in the vehicle. It is also possible that a jet of flame could shoot out of the gas cooker towards someone.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

6 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • CaraCompact 600 MEG

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 10/07/2024 – 07/07/2025
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 2502

  • CaraCompact MB 640 MEG

    Build dates
    • 04/06/2025 – 04/06/2025
    Manufacturer reference
    • 2502

  • CaraCompact Suite 640 MEG

    Build dates
    • 19/06/2024 – 09/07/2025
    Manufacturer reference
    • 2502

  • CaraCore 650 MEG CaraCore 700 MEG

    Build dates
    • 30/07/2024 – 23/07/2025
    Manufacturer reference
    • 2502

  • CaraOne 390 QD/GB CaraOne 400 LK/GB CaraOne 480 EU CaraOne 540 EUH CaraOne 550 QDK

    Build dates
    • 09/07/2024 – 03/07/2025
    Manufacturer reference
    • 2502

  • L!VE TI 590 MF Platinum Selection L!VE TI 650 MEG Platinum Selection

    Build dates
    • 30/04/2024 – 15/07/2025
    Manufacturer reference
    • 2502

What to do now

A fault could cause some Knaus Tabbert CaraCompact 600 MEG, CaraCompact MB 640 MEG to overheat or catch fire.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/318). Quoted as issued.

Summary

For affected vehicles a crack in the gas cookers filling pipe may cause a continuous gas leak when the gas cylinder is opened. The gas -air mixture could be ignited by a heat source and could result in deflagration and/or a fire in the vehicle. It is also possible that a jet of flame could shoot out of the gas cooker towards someone.

Defect

For affected vehicles a crack in the gas cookers filling pipe may cause a continuous gas leak when the gas cylinder is opened. The gas -air mixture could be ignited by a heat source and could result in deflagration and/or a fire in the vehicle. It is also possible that a jet of flame could shoot out of the gas cooker towards someone.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be asked to immediately close the gas supply to the cooker by turning off the gas shut off valve to the horizontal position then affix the supplied warning sticker to inform potential users that it must be kept closed. Affected owners will then be contacted again to visit their authorised dealer to have the cooker replaced.

Models

CaraCompact 600 MEG, CaraCompact MB 640 MEG, CaraCompact Suite 640 MEG, CaraCore 650 MEG CaraCore 700 MEG, CaraOne 390 QD/GB CaraOne 400 LK/GB CaraOne 480 EU CaraOne 540 EUH CaraOne 550 QDK, L!VE TI 590 MF Platinum Selection L!VE TI 650 MEG Platinum Selection

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Questions

Why are Knaus Tabbert CaraCompact 600 MEG, CaraCompact MB 640 MEG being recalled?

A fault could cause some Knaus Tabbert CaraCompact 600 MEG, CaraCompact MB 640 MEG to overheat or catch fire. 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?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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