Gasoline engine - Gasoline stern drives to Volvo Penta
Fire Recreational crafts Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0189/08 |
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Sweden |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | Engine models: 3.0GL, 4.3GL and 5.0GL. |
| Published | 15 February 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because the carburettor casting does not meet material specification which may cause corrosion and fuel leakage. A fuel leak may cause a fire if an ignition source is present.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Gasoline engine for leisure craft.