GKN Automotive — Vehicle part / Sideshaft, constant velocity joint
Vehicle part / Aftermarket sideshafts and constant velocity (CV) joint set.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Tipo
- Injuries
- Categoria
- Motor vehicles
- Perigo
- The drive shafts and associated joints can break, which can result in a loss of drive, loss of steering, and/or failure of the parking function. An unexpected loss of driving force or steering while driving can increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Moreover, the vehicle may move after the gear shift lever is placed in 'Park,' if the CV joint in the side shaft tears or breaks during operation. This movement of the vehicle can further increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Ações ordenadas pelas autoridades
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Other) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? This is a car part called a sideshaft or constant velocity (CV) joint. It can break while you are driving.
What's happening? Some of these parts may break. If they do, you could lose control of your car. The car might also roll even when you put it in "Park."
Does this affect me? This affects cars made by GKN in Germany. Check if your car has this part.
What should I do? Stop driving and call a mechanic right away. Ask your mechanic or dealer if your car needs a repair.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The drive shafts and associated joints can break, which can result in a loss of drive, loss of steering, and/or failure of the parking function. An unexpected loss of driving force or steering while driving can increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Moreover, the vehicle may move after the gear shift lever is placed in 'Park,' if the CV joint in the side shaft tears or breaks during operation. This movement of the vehicle can further increase the risk of accidents and injuries. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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