The risk
The insulation on the ignition switch harness may rub on the underside of the fuel tank. This can lead to an electrical short circuit which may cause the engine to stall.
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Measures taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 14/09/2015
Other injuries alerts in 2015
207 of the 240 motor vehicle alerts published in 2015 concerned the same risk.
| A12/1669/15 25 Dec 2015 | Mercedes-Benz S Class |
| A12/1671/15 25 Dec 2015 | Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler Jeep: Renegade, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee Dodge: RAM Trucks, Viper, Durango, Challenger, Charger Chry |
| A12/1672/15 25 Dec 2015 | Tesla Model S |
| A12/1677/15 25 Dec 2015 | Indian Motorcycle Chief Classic, Chief Vintage, Chieftain, Roadmaster & Dark Horse |
| A12/1697/15 25 Dec 2015 | MG MG6 (Diesel) |
| A12/1702/15 25 Dec 2015 | Chrysler, Dodge, Dodge RAM 300, Durango, Dakota, Magnum, Charger, RAM |
| A12/1722/15 25 Dec 2015 | Opel/Vauxhall Adam, Corsa E |
| A12/1725/15 25 Dec 2015 | Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Dodge Magnum. |
Who notified alerts in 2015
| Notifying country | Alerts |
|---|---|
| Germany | 114 |
| United Kingdom | 44 |
| Portugal | 38 |
| Greece | 13 |
| Spain | 7 |
| Malta | 7 |
Safety Gate (European Commission) · CC0 · all alerts of 2015
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