Arteon, Golf, Passat, Tiguan, T7

Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
Alert NumberA12/00565/22
BrandVW
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire, Injuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberCD, 3H, 3C, ST, 5N, e1*2007/46*2014*, e1*2007/46*1725*, e1*2001/116*0307*, e1*2018/858*00018*, e1*2001/116*0450*
Published15 April 2022

Risk Description

The amount of extinguishing sand in the fuse of the high-voltage system is not sufficient in the event of a short circuit to the high-voltage safety system. This may cause it to burst, increasing the risk of injuries. Furthermore, the blown fuse can interrupt electrical flow of current leading to a voltage drop inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Passenger car

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