Recalls: Mahindra W8 XUV500
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Mahindra W8 XUV500
2012-14 Mahindra W8 XUV500: curtain airbag may not deploy
In February 2015, a recall was issued for Mahindra XUV500 vehicles that were available for sale from 12 June 2012 to 30 June 2014. In these vehicles, an intermittent fault code may inhibit deployment of a curtain airbag. If the airbag failed to deploy in the event of a collision, the risk of injury to occupants would be increased (PRA 2015/14654).
2018-19 Mahindra XUV500: vehicle may enter ‘limp home’ mode
In June 2019, recall campaign ER101 was issued for Mahindra XUV500 vehicles that were available for sale from 1 March 2018 to 31 March 2019. If the brake and accelerator pedals were pressed simultaneously while driving, the vehicle may go into ‘limp home mode’ whereby road speed and engine speed were restricted – this could increase the risk of a collision, posing a hazard to vehicle occupants and other road users. The engine, however, would not stall or stop. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17495.
Problems and faults: Mahindra W8 XUV500
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Mahindra W8 XUV500
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Mahindra W8 XUV500.
