Renault passenger car — injuries risk (0456/08)

Hazard

The product poses a risk of injuries because there is a possibility of partial loss of the ABS functions after 3 to 5 seconds of setting due to an internal leak from the ESP isolation solenoid valve. This could result in partial and temporary loss of directional control of the vehicle and the ESP (electronic stability) function if braking is accompanied by activation of the ABS (wheel anti-blocking system). The ESP function sets the ABS to ensure the functioning of the wheel(s) which corrects the vehicle's trajectory. Functioning returns to normal when the brake pedal is released after braking. The conventional braking function (i.e. with no activation of the ABS) is not affected.

Measures taken

• Voluntary corrective action taken by the importer — Other

Product description

VEL SATIS and ESPACE IV models equipped with ESP manufactured between 31 August 2007 and 15 September 2007, and LAGUNA II, VEL SATIS and ESPACE IV models equipped with ESP repaired with a replacement hydraulic block between 7 August 2007 and 12 December 2007. All of these vehicles having been manufactured in Sandouville (France).