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Passenger car - oil pressure switch

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Passenger car - oil pressure switch was recalled on 11 April 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0406/08. Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of fire because the upper oil pressure switch releases engine oil onto the heat protection shield of the exhaust pipe which might cause it to self-ignite, thus causing the risk of a thermal incident.

Alert Number0406/08
BrandOPEL
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginGermany
Model Numbermodels ASTRA G/H
Published11 April 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of fire because the upper oil pressure switch releases engine oil onto the heat protection shield of the exhaust pipe which might cause it to self-ignite, thus causing the risk of a thermal incident.

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 2003 to 2005 model year OPEL ASTRA G/H vehicles. VINS numbers :- Astra H From 5 2 000002 to 5 2 192573 - Astra H From 4 5 000007 to 5 5 160651 - Astra H From 4 8 000033 to 5 8 171196- Astra G From 3 2 000013 to 4 2 230983- Astra G From 3 5 000004 to 4 5 153272- Astra G From 3 6 072891 to 3 6 152042- Astra G From 3 8 000004 to 4 8 052493- Astra G From 3 B 006415 to 5 B 003662- Astra G From 4 G 040702 to 5 G 099437

🔥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - oil pressure switch.

About this risk

This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.

Recommended action

Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.

Who is at risk?

All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.

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