Peugeot — 208 II
Passenger car, Peugeot 208 II, vehicles used by driving schools
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Fire
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- Due to damage to the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) harness caused by contact with the clutch pedal, the air conditioning may be activated automatically. This could lead to a fire as a result of a short circuit in the wires.
- Origin
- France
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? Peugeot 208 II cars may have a problem with wires near the clutch pedal. The wires can get damaged and touch each other.
What's happening? This damage could make the air conditioning turn on by itself. A short circuit in the wires might cause a fire.
Does this affect me? This issue is in France. If you own or drive a Peugeot 208 II, you may be at risk.
What should I do? Take your car to a Peugeot dealer right away. Ask your dealer or a mechanic for help.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Due to damage to the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) harness caused by contact with the clutch pedal, the air conditioning may be activated automatically. This could lead to a fire as a result of a short circuit in the wires. · Origin: France
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