VW — Arteon, Golf, Passat, Tiguan, T7
Passenger car
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Tipo
- Fire, Injuries
- Categoria
- Motor vehicles
- Perigo
- The amount of extinguishing sand in the fuse of the high-voltage system is not sufficient in the event of a short circuit to the high-voltage safety system. This may cause it to burst, increasing the risk of injuries. Furthermore, the blown fuse can interrupt electrical flow of current leading to a voltage drop inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of fire.
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Ações ordenadas pelas autoridades
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? Some Volkswagen cars have a problem with the fuse in the high-voltage system. The fuse may not have enough sand to stop a fire if there is a short circuit.
What's happening? This can cause the fuse to burst or stop electricity, which may lead to fire or injuries.
Does this affect me? This affects certain Volkswagen models in several European countries.
What should I do? If you own one of these cars, contact a Volkswagen dealer or mechanic right away. Ask your mechanic or dealer for advice before driving.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire, Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The amount of extinguishing sand in the fuse of the high-voltage system is not sufficient in the event of a short circuit to the high-voltage safety system. This may cause it to burst, increasing the risk of injuries. Furthermore, the blown fuse can interrupt electrical flow of current leading to a voltage drop inside the vehicle, increasing the risk of fire. · Origin: Germany
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