Superb
Superb was recalled on 6 December 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1894/19. Injuries risk reported by Germany. Due to an error in configuring the function monitoring device in the Body Control Module (BCM), a failure of the LED turn signals at the front is not always detected.
| Alert Number | A12/1894/19 |
| Brand | Skoda |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Czechia |
| Model Number | Type-approval numbers: e11 * 2001/116 * 0326 *…, e11 * 2007/46 * 0014 * …, type: 3T |
| Published | 6 December 2019 |
Risk Description
Due to an error in configuring the function monitoring device in the Body Control Module (BCM), a failure of the LED turn signals at the front is not always detected. The mandatory warning (acoustic/optical) does not occur in these cases. As a result, the driver will not be notified of possible failure of the direction indicators, increasing the risk of an accident.
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: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car under Skoda recall code: 97DR.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Superb.
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.