VW — Crafter
Vehicles with twin wheels and a short wheelbase.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Tipo
- Injuries
- Categoria
- Motor vehicles
- Origin
- Poland
Hazard: The drive(cardan) shaft can be damaged by resonance vibrations at high speeds. Consequently, it could break and damage surrounding components, leading to an immediate loss of propulsion power and increased risk of an accident.
⚖️ Ações ordenadas pelas autoridades
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? A problem with some VW Crafter vans. The metal shaft that sends power to the wheels can break while driving fast.
What's happening? The shaft may break because of strong vibrations. If it breaks, the van could lose power suddenly and cause a crash.
Does this affect me? If you own or drive a VW Crafter, you might be at risk. This affects vans in Germany, Denmark, France, and Portugal.
What should I do? Stop driving the van and ask a mechanic or VW dealer for a check. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unsafe.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The drive(cardan) shaft can be damaged by resonance vibrations at high speeds. Consequently, it could break and damage surrounding components, leading to an immediate loss of propulsion power and increased risk of an accident. · Origin: Poland
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