Passenger car - Fox
Passenger car - Fox was recalled on 9 February 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0123/07. Injuries risk reported by Germany. This product poses a risk of injury because inadequate surface coating, corrosion and salt can result in increased friction in the bonnet latch.
| Alert Number | 0123/07 |
| Brand | Volkswagen |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Vehicle type: 5Z; EC type-approval: e1*2001/116*0301*00-02. The vehicles concerned are of the model years 2005 to 2007 and have vehicle identification numbers in the following ranges:WVW***5Z*54004631 - WVW***5Z*54073923,WVW***5Z*60000001 - WVW***5Z*60043340,WVW***5Z*64000001 - WVW***5Z*64214091,WVW***5Z*70000001 - WVW***5Z*70007367,WVW***5Z*74000001 - WVW***5Z*74043936. |
| Published | 9 February 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of injury because inadequate surface coating, corrosion and salt can result in increased friction in the bonnet latch. If the bonnet is opened and closed frequently, the latch may become bent.24 accidents (opening of bonnet) have been reported worldwide. No one has been injured.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Corrective actions taken by the manufacturerDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Corrective actions taken by the manufacturerDate of entry into force: Unknown
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - Fox.
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.