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Corsa was recalled on 6 February 2015 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0103/15. Injuries risk reported by Germany. There is a possibility that the steering knuckles could break after long use.

Alert NumberA12/0103/15
BrandOpel
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberCorsa-DType: S-DEG-Type approval number: e1*2001/116*0379*27; e1*2001/116*0379*28e1*2007/46*0505*07; e1*2007/46*0505*08e50*2007/46*0055*04
Published6 February 2015

Risk Description

There is a possibility that the steering knuckles could break after long use. Breakage of a steering knuckle could, depending on where the breakage took place, lead to a loss of steering control.

Measures Taken

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

Product Description

Passenger car.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Corsa.

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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