Passenger car

What is the danger

The propellant used in the driver airbag inflator may degrade over time. In the event of the affected airbag being deployed, the excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the occupants.

Requirements breached

The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Measures taken

1. Recall of the product from end users Voluntary measuresTaken by: Manufacturer
2. The driver airbag will be replaced. Voluntary measuresTaken by: Manufacturer

Product

Description

Passenger car

Brand

Alpina

Model / type

individual approval

Barcode

0032520300

Batch

12.01.2004 - 31.12.2005