Passenger cars - Mercedes-Benz Vito & Viano
Passenger cars - Mercedes-Benz Vito & Viano was recalled on 8 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0828/08. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of injuries because a plastic component with incorrect material composition was installed on the rear left brake cable and may break.
| Alert Number | 0828/08 |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | clesProduct: Passenger cars - Mercedes-Benz Vito & VianoBrand: Mercedes-BenzType/number of models: Passenger car: type 639, EC type-approval No e9*2001/116*0048 and Lorry: type 639/4, acceptance specification (ABE) No L275 |
| Published | 8 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because a plastic component with incorrect material composition was installed on the rear left brake cable and may break. As a result, the vehicle loses its parking brake performance. The break may also occur after the vehicle has been parked and vacated.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Vehicles were manufactured between 2 and 9 June 2008 in the following vehicle ID number ranges: WDF639****3448731 – WDF639****3453749.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger cars - Mercedes-Benz Vito & Viano.
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.