Passenger car - MiTo
Passenger car - MiTo was recalled on 7 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1022/09. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The car identification data plate and the documentation could wrongly indicate that the maximum towable weight is 1000 kg instead of the 500 kg allowed.
| Alert Number | 1022/09 |
| Brand | Alfa Romeo |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | The recall concerns Passengers’ cars, model MiTo with 1.4 Turbo petrol 150 HP / 155 HP and 1.4 petrol 78 HP engines |
| Published | 7 August 2009 |
Risk Description
The car identification data plate and the documentation could wrongly indicate that the maximum towable weight is 1000 kg instead of the 500 kg allowed. This could lead to an accident if more than the maximum allowable weight was towed.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The problem concerns the documentation about the towable weight.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - MiTo.
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.