Passenger car - brake master cylinder
Passenger car - brake master cylinder was recalled on 14 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0325/08. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries due to an internal leakage in the brake master cylinder.
| Alert Number | 0325/08 |
| Brand | VOLVO |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Model Number | Passenger cars, models C30, C70, S40 and V50.VIN numbers :- C30 :0010877-0019184 - C70: 0022371-0023734 - S40: 0297302-0305575 - V50: 0314140-0321961 |
| Published | 14 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries due to an internal leakage in the brake master cylinder. If affected, the driver may experience reduced performance when applying and maintaining force on the brake pedal.Over time the capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate, forcing the driver to put more force on the brake pedal compared to when braking with an intact brake system. The deterioration will eventually result in a complete loss of the brake system function.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The recall concerns models from the year 2007
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - brake master cylinder.
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.