Passenger car "Sportage"
Passenger car "Sportage" was recalled on 2 March 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0356/12. Injuries risk reported by United Kingdom. Some vehicles have been fitted with a vacuum pump that could fail in service.
| Alert Number | 0356/12 |
| Brand | Kia |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Slovakia |
| Model Number | Sportage 1.7 CRDiThe model build dates are October 2010 to April 30, 2011 and the VIN range is U5YPC8****L019910 to U5YPC8****L065395 |
| Published | 2 March 2012 |
Risk Description
Some vehicles have been fitted with a vacuum pump that could fail in service. If this occurs it will reduce the amount of vacuum available to the servo which, after a number of braking applications, will result in increased braking distances and pedal hardness. This could lead to a road accident.
Product Description
Passenger car.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car "Sportage".
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.