Passenger cars- FIAT: 500, Linea, Doblo, Doblo Cargo, Albea, Grande Punto, Idea- LANCIA: Ypsilon, Musa
Passenger cars- FIAT: 500, Linea, Doblo, Doblo Cargo, Albea, Grande Punto, Idea- LANCIA: Ypsilon, Musa was recalled on 5 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1405/08. Fire risk reported by Poland. The products pose a risk of fire because of inadequate materials used in compliant petrol manifolds which may cause fuel leakage.
| Alert Number | 1405/08 |
| Brand | FIAT and LANCIA |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | Cars with 1,2 and 1,4 8v EVO and 1,4 EVO CNG. |
| Published | 5 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of fire because of inadequate materials used in compliant petrol manifolds which may cause fuel leakage.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Affected cars were produced in September and October 2008 in Italy, Turkey and Poland. <a href="/consumers/safety/rapex/docs/1405-vin.pdf">List of VIN-numbers</a><img src="/consumers/images/pdf.gif" border="0"/>
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger cars- FIAT: 500, Linea, Doblo, Doblo Cargo, Albea, Grande Punto, Idea- LANCIA: Ypsilon, Musa.
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.