Fiat — Doblo, Ulysse
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle fitted with the DV5R engine.
- 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? A problem with some Fiat cars (Doblo and Ulysse) where the engine part called the camshaft chain may break. This can cause the engine to stop working.
What's happening? The camshaft chain might break because of oil buildup and high pressure. This can make the car lose control and cause accidents.
Does this affect me? If you own or drive a Fiat Doblo or Ulysse in France, you may be at risk.
What should I do? Take your car to a Fiat dealer right away. Ask your mechanic or Fiat dealer for help.
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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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