Passenger car
Passenger car was recalled on 27 April 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0365/07. Injuries risk reported by Poland. The product poses a risk of injuries because due to the possibility of stop lights switch melting, the lights can cease to function properly and additionally the temperature near the set of pedals can increase significantly leading to the production of smoke inside the car.
| Alert Number | 0365/07 |
| Brand | Renault |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | Clio III and Modus. The defect pertains to Renault Clio III cars manufactured in the period from 13 December 2005 to 23 January 2006 in the Flins factory (France) and from 23 January 2006 to 8 February 2006 in Bursa factory (Turkey) as well as to Renault Modus cars manufactured in the period from 14 December 2005 to 16 February 2006 in Valladolid (Spain). The VIN numbers of the Clio III cars start with VF1BR1 or VF1CR1 and of the Modus cars with VF1JP0. |
| Published | 27 April 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because due to the possibility of stop lights switch melting, the lights can cease to function properly and additionally the temperature near the set of pedals can increase significantly leading to the production of smoke inside the car.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car.
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.