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- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- Due to oil carbonisation and high contact pressure, the 7 mm camshaft chain resistance can be reduced. This may cause the camshaft chain to break, leading to an engine failure. This can cause a loss of vehicle's control and increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
- Origin
- France
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? Some Citroën cars may have a problem with the engine’s camshaft chain. Oil buildup and high pressure can weaken the chain, making it break.
What's happening? If the chain breaks, the engine may stop working. This could cause the car to lose control and lead to an accident.
Does this affect me? This issue affects certain Citroën models in France, Luxembourg, and Portugal.
What should I do? If you own one of these cars, contact a Citroën dealer or mechanic right away. Ask your mechanic to check the camshaft chain.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Due to oil carbonisation and high contact pressure, the 7 mm camshaft chain resistance can be reduced. This may cause the camshaft chain to break, leading to an engine failure. This can cause a loss of vehicle's control and increase the risk of accidents and injuries. · Origin: France
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