Passenger car - Volkswagen Tiguan
Passenger car - Volkswagen Tiguan was recalled on 8 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0826/08. Fire risk reported by Ireland. The product poses a risk of fire because: - the earth cable has not always been correctly tightened on the connection of the electric heating element; - the contact resistance on the earth connection of the heating element for the additional air heater can get too high.
| Alert Number | 0826/08 |
| Brand | Volkswagen |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Ireland |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | 2.L TDI |
| Published | 8 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because: - the earth cable has not always been correctly tightened on the connection of the electric heating element; - the contact resistance on the earth connection of the heating element for the additional air heater can get too high. This can lead to a high heat development in the connection area of this cable and to scorching damage and in the most unfavourable case to a vehicle fire.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
VW Tiguan Production period: 11 July 2007 to 10 February 2008 Chassis number: - WVG ___ 5N _ 8 W 000002 – 026941;- WVW ___ 5N _ 8 W 000014 - 000094.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - Volkswagen Tiguan.
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.