Passenger car "Astra"
Passenger car "Astra" was recalled on 22 July 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0678/11. Injuries risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of injuries because, owing to a BCM software problem, the indication of a failure of the indicator on the driver's information centre may not function correctly.
| Alert Number | 0678/11 |
| Brand | Opel |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Model Number | Model: Astra J, Model year: 2011 |
| Published | 22 July 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because, owing to a BCM software problem, the indication of a failure of the indicator on the driver's information centre may not function correctly. There is a possible risk of accident when changing direction.
Product Description
Car manufactured in the following plants: Ellesmere Port (England) with chassis numbers between VIN B 8 019187 and B 8 080913, Gliwice (Poland), with chassis numbers between VIN B G 035111 and B G 112067, and Saint Petersbourg (Russia) with chassis numbers between VIN B 3 000878 and B 3 013626.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car "Astra".
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.