Passenger car – VW Caddy
Passenger car – VW Caddy was recalled on 5 October 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0983/07. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The product poses a serious risk of injuries because owing to defective heat treatment of the spring U-bolts, which attach the rear axle to the leaf spring, the spring U-bolts of Caddy vehicles may break.
| Alert Number | 0983/07 |
| Brand | VW - Volkswagen AG |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Vehicle type 2K, EC type approval e1*2001/116*0252. Vehicle identification numbers: WV1***2K*7X024877 to 029277 and WV2***2K*7X000061 to 031164. |
| Published | 5 October 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of injuries because owing to defective heat treatment of the spring U-bolts, which attach the rear axle to the leaf spring, the spring U-bolts of Caddy vehicles may break. In the most severe cases, this could lead to loss of control of the rear axle.13 incidents reported.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary correctives actions taken by the manufacturer. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Vehicles manufactured from 24 July 2006 to 31 August 2006.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car – VW Caddy.
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.