Passenger car - Altea (5P) and Leon (1P)
Passenger car - Altea (5P) and Leon (1P) was recalled on 6 November 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1408/09. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries because the gearbox control unit may read the clutch temperature incorrectly, activating the gearbox protection function and resulting in a loss of transmission.
| Alert Number | 1408/09 |
| Brand | SEAT |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Model Number | The recall concerns 2009 and 2010 model vehicles, produced between September 2008 and August 2009, with 6-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG). |
| Published | 6 November 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the gearbox control unit may read the clutch temperature incorrectly, activating the gearbox protection function and resulting in a loss of transmission.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - Altea (5P) and Leon (1P).
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.