Passenger car - Drive axle pinion seal
Passenger car - Drive axle pinion seal was recalled on 20 June 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0644/08. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries because the drive axle pinion seal may leak, causing unforeseen blocking of the drive axle pinion and consequently of the drivewheels.
| Alert Number | 0644/08 |
| Brand | OPEL |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | model GT |
| Published | 20 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the drive axle pinion seal may leak, causing unforeseen blocking of the drive axle pinion and consequently of the drivewheels.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The recall concerns 2007 model year OPEL GT vehicles, with VIN numbers from 7 Y 111678 to 7 Y 142685.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - Drive axle pinion seal.
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.