CORSA / 208
CORSA / 208 was recalled on 24 November 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02694/23. Environment risk reported by France. The evaporative emission of the vehicle is too high, causing excessive pollution.
| Alert Number | A12/02694/23 |
| Brand | Opel, Peugeot |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | 208 : e2*2007/46*0639*05 - 23, CORSA : e2*2007/46*0639/ e2*2007/46*0639*05 - 09/ e2*2007/46*0639*11 - 15/ e2*2007/46*0639*17 - 22 |
| Published | 24 November 2023 |
Risk Description
The evaporative emission of the vehicle is too high, causing excessive pollution. The hydrocarbon (HC) level is above the legal limit prescribed for evaporative emissions testing (Type 4). The vehicles do not comply with anti-pollution standards. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the type-approval of motor vehicles with respect to emissions from light passenger and commercial vehicles (Euro 5 and Euro 6) nor with the requirements of the Directive 2007/46/EC on the approval of vehicles and 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: 06/10/2023
Product Description
Passenger car
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to CORSA / 208.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.