Passenger car - Altea and Toledo
Passenger car - Altea and Toledo was recalled on 23 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1107/10. Fire risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of fire because the earthing wire for the electric heating element of the additional air heating can be incorrectly screwed into place.
| Alert Number | 1107/10 |
| Brand | SEAT |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Spain |
| Model Number | Altea and Toledo with diesel engine and without stationary heating. |
| Published | 23 July 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because the earthing wire for the electric heating element of the additional air heating can be incorrectly screwed into place. An incorrectly secured earthing wire may cause overheating (the wire overheats in the cable connection area) and, in the worst-case scenario, it may set the vehicle on fire.
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 cars manufactured between 1 December 2006 and 21 December 2007. The chassis numbers (VINs) concerned are in the following ranges:VSS ZZZ 5PZ7R023900 to VSS ZZZ 5PZ7R077059VSS ZZZ 5PZ7Z 000231 to VSS ZZZ 5PZ7Z 000233VSS ZZZ 5PZ8R 000021 to VSS ZZZ 5PZ8R 043888VSS ZZZ 5PZ8Z 000001 to VSS ZZZ 5PZ8Z 000132
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - Altea and Toledo.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.