Pleasure boat
Fire, Injuries Recreational crafts Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1158/16 |
| Brand | Quicksilver |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Portugal |
| Model Number | 855 CRUISER , ACTIV 755 OPEN and ACTIV 755 SUNDECK (Year 2016) , QS 755 PILOTHOUSE |
| Published | 30 September 2016 |
Risk Description
null The breaker installed on the windlass in not adequate. As it is installed in a fuel space, the non-ignition protected breaker could spark, causing fuel vapours to ignite, leading to a potential fire or an explosion.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Recreational Craft Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 03/06/2016
Product Description
Small pleasure boat with a breaker (ignition switch) that has a red rubber sleeve over a black plastic lever for the windlass.