VOLVO PENTA inboard engines — fire risk
Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights
Hazard
The alternator cable harness may rub against the oil return pipe from the turbo and, in certain cases, cause a short circuit in the electrical system. There is also a risk that the cable harness might abrade against sharp edges at the alternator. A short circuit in the electrical system can lead to the risk of fire or explosion.
Product description
Diesel inboard engines for leisure boats.
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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