Passenger car "Corsa"
Passenger car "Corsa" was recalled on 23 September 2011 under EU Safety Gate alert 0968/11. Injuries risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a risk of injuries because on certain vehicles the handbrake lever may not have been manufactured to the exact specification, possibly leading to the handbrake not holding in the pulled/parking position, due to the missing heat treatment on the tooth segment of the handbrake lever.
| Alert Number | 0968/11 |
| Brand | Opel |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Corsa D. |
| Published | 23 September 2011 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because on certain vehicles the handbrake lever may not have been manufactured to the exact specification, possibly leading to the handbrake not holding in the pulled/parking position, due to the missing heat treatment on the tooth segment of the handbrake lever.
Product Description
Passenger vehicle; Brand: Opel; Model: Corsa D; Model year: 2010 - 2011; Produced in Eisenach (Germany) - Fabrication numbers: from A 6 114350 to B 6 005096; Produced in Zaragoza (Spain) - Fabrication numbers: from A 4 253100 to B 4 005814.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car "Corsa".
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.