CARCHECKHQ REPORT GUIDE
Vehicle safety recalls: where to check
Recall information needs to be checked with the appropriate official service and manufacturer. A lack of recall details in a history report is not confirmation that no safety work is outstanding.
Current coverage
The current CarCheckHQ feed does not supply verified recall status or completion records. Use the official GOV.UK service and manufacturer guidance linked below.
How to interpret coverage and missing informationCheck the relevant vehicle and campaign
GOV.UK provides recall routes using a registration or vehicle details. A model-level campaign and confirmation that work was completed on a particular vehicle are different things. Ask the manufacturer or authorised repairer to clarify any unresolved question.
Follow the manufacturer's safety instructions
Request evidence of completed recall work from the seller where relevant. If you receive safety instructions or a do-not-drive notice, follow those instructions rather than relying on a history report or an existing MOT.
Before you make a decision
- Check the vehicle through the official recall service.
- Ask whether relevant work has been completed.
- Follow manufacturer instructions for any outstanding safety issue.
Common questions
Does an unavailable recall section mean no recalls apply?
No. It means the connected report source has not supplied verified recall information. Check the official service and the manufacturer.
Further guidance
These links provide independent guidance. The coverage statement above describes what CarCheckHQ currently supplies.
Related reading
See how the report presents the evidence
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