Passenger car - Rear side pillar trim
Passenger car - Rear side pillar trim was recalled on 1 March 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0264/08. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of injuries because, in the event of an accident in which the belt tensioners are triggered, the rear-side pillar trim can come loose at the front mounting.
| Alert Number | 0264/08 |
| Brand | AUDI |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | model TT Coupé (recall campaign 70D1). |
| Published | 1 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because, in the event of an accident in which the belt tensioners are triggered, the rear-side pillar trim can come loose at the front mounting. The trim would then move into the passenger compartment in an uncontrolled manner, causing an increased injury risk for both the front and the rear passengers.
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 vehicles concerned are of the model years 2007 and 2008 and have vehicle identification numbers in the following ranges: TRU???8J?71000102 to TRU???8J?71026630, TRU???8J?81000101 to TRU???8J?81001178.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - Rear side pillar trim.
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.