Passenger car – Volkswagen 'Passat'
Passenger car – Volkswagen 'Passat' was recalled on 19 January 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0045/07. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The following problem was found on Passat vehicles.
| Alert Number | 0045/07 |
| Brand | VW – Volkswagen |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Vehicle type 3C, EC type-approval 1*2001/116*0307*.It concerns vehicles from the production period March 2005 till August 2006 in the following chassis number ranges:WVW ZZZ 3C Z 5 P 000 238 - 003 189WVW ZZZ 3C Z 6 E 000 057 - 246 222WVW ZZZ 3C Z 6 P 000 013 - 226 966WVW ZZZ 3C Z 6 Z 000 019 - 000 255WVW ZZZ 3C Z 6 9 000 001 - 000 353WVW ZZZ 3C Z 7 E 000 003 - 052 030WVW ZZZ 3C Z 7 P 000 001 - 036 002WVW ZZZ 3C Z 7 Z 000 076 - 000 302WVW ZZZ 3C Z 7 9 000 001 - 000 014. |
| Published | 19 January 2007 |
Risk Description
The following problem was found on Passat vehicles. Thermal strain on the front fuel-cooler support could cause it to break. As a result of the support breaking, diesel fuel could leak out and the cooler could shear off and be lost.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car – Volkswagen 'Passat'.
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.