Proace
Proace was recalled on 4 November 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01517/22. Environment risk reported by Portugal. The urea (Adblue) injection system may not function in low ambient temperature when the urea is frozen, due to insufficient performance of the heater inside the urea reservoir.
| Alert Number | A12/01517/22 |
| Brand | Toyota |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| Model Number | MPY121, MPY141, MPY161, MPY521, MPY541, MPY561, MPYA21, MPYA41, MPYA61, e2*2007/46*0537*15 |
| Published | 4 November 2022 |
Risk Description
The urea (Adblue) injection system may not function in low ambient temperature when the urea is frozen, due to insufficient performance of the heater inside the urea reservoir. As a result, there is a risk of vehicle emission levels to betemporary out of regulatory limits. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to Proace.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.