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🧸 Product DE September 30, 2022

BOSCH — Kugelgelenkwelle, Bosch TTN: 7035.955.153

Ball joint shaft

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
BOSCH — Kugelgelenkwelle, Bosch TTN: 7035.955.153
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles
Hazard
Improper ball joint shafts may lead to a loss of connection between the steering column in the driver's cab and the steering gear, increasing the risk of an accident.
Origin
Hungary

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 1337 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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12 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 29, 2026
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What is this? This is a steering part for some cars made by Bosch. It is called a ball-joint shaft.

What's happening? Some of these parts may not connect the steering column to the steering gear correctly. This could cause a driver to lose control of the car.

Does this affect me? If you own a car with this Bosch part, you may be at risk. This notice is for Germany.

What should I do? Ask your mechanic or a Bosch dealer to check your car’s steering part. Do not drive if you feel the steering is loose or unsafe. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Improper ball joint shafts may lead to a loss of connection between the steering column in the driver's cab and the steering gear, increasing the risk of an accident. · Origin: Hungary

First published
September 30, 2022
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10006782

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What is this product recall alert about?
BOSCH — Kugelgelenkwelle, Bosch TTN: 7035.955.153. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Improper ball joint shafts may lead to a loss of connection between the steering column in the driver's cab and the steering gear, increasing the risk of an accident. · Origin: Hungary
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on September 30, 2022 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Germany.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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