Volkswagen passenger car/ camper van t5 — fire risk
Hazard
There is a possibility that the engine fan-control device is not completely sealed. Penetrating damp and corrosion can mean that, even without being ignited, the engine fan will run until the battery is completely flat. In the worst-case scenario, this can lead to a vehicle fire.
Product description
Passenger car/ camper van
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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