Electronic Vessel Control System (EVC)
Injuries Recreational crafts Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/2012/14 |
| Brand | VOLVO PENTA |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Model Number | Marine engines V8, D3, D4, D6, D11 and D13 with EVC-D and EVC-E control system and single lever option installed. |
| Published | 19 December 2014 |
Risk Description
null A failure of the steering system when the single lever is activated may cause a malfunction in the engine speed ramp down function. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Recreational Craft Directive.
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: 02/12/2014
Product Description
Marine control system for propulsion and steering of thruster units.