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Astra H, Astra J, Cascada, Meriva B, Mokka, Signum, Vectra C, Zafira C

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Astra H, Astra J, Cascada, Meriva B, Mokka, Signum, Vectra C, Zafira C was recalled on 21 June 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01581/24. Injuries risk reported by France. The propellant used in the driver airbag inflator can degrade when exposed to very high temperatures and levels of humidity.

Photo of recalled product: Astra H, Astra J, Cascada, Meriva B, Mokka, Signum, Vectra C, Zafira C
Alert NumberA12/01581/24
BrandOpel/Vauxhall
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginGermany
Model Numbere1*98/14*0187*06, e50*2001/116*0008*01, from e1*2001/116*0261*03 to e1*2001/116*0261*18, from e1*2001/116*0290*02 to e1*2001/116*0290*07, from e1*2001/116*0291*02 to e1*2001/116*0291*07, from e1*2001/116*0292*02 to e1*2001/116*0292*08, from e1*2001/116*0293*00 to e1*2001/116*0293*13, from e1*2001/116*0454*00 to e1*2001/116*0454*03, from e1*2007/46*0141*00 to e1*2007/46*0141*28, from e1*2007/46*0340*00 to e1*2007/46*0340*06, from e1*2007/46*0341*00 to e1*2007/46*0341*06, from e1*2007/46*0344*00 to e1*2007/46*0344*06, from e1*2007/46*0576*00 to e1*2007/46*0576*03, from e4*2001/116*0094*00 to e4*2001/116*0094*17, from e4*2001/116*0094*02 to e4*2001/116*0094*13, from e4*2001/116*0094*15 to e4*2001/116*0094*17, from e4*2007/46*0165*00 to e4*2007/46*0165*16, from e4*2007/46*0204*00 to e4*2007/46*0204*35, from e4*2007/46*0204*04 to e4*2007/46*0204*22, from e4*2007/46*0204*05 to e4*2007/46*0204*32, from e4*2007/46*0204*11 to e4*2007/46*0204*33, from e4*2007/46*0271*00 to e4*2007/46*0271*10, from e4*2007/46*0308*01 to e4*2007/46*0308*09, from e4*2007/46*0308*02 to e4*2007/46*0308*10, from e4*2007/46*0309*01 to e4*2007/46*0309*06, from e4*2007/46*0537*00 to e4*2007/46*0537*02, from e4*2007/46*0537*04 to e4*2007/46*0537*21, from e50*2001/116*0007*01 to e50*2001/116*0007*05
Published21 June 2024

Risk Description

The propellant used in the driver airbag inflator can degrade when exposed to very high temperatures and levels of humidity. If activated after an impact, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to burst, and metal fragments could pass through the cushion material causing injury to occupants. 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: 01/12/2023

Product Description

Passenger cars.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Astra H, Astra J, Cascada, Meriva B, Mokka, Signum, Vectra C, Zafira C.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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