Volkswagen Crafter II common faults.

Cars initially used for internal purposes of Volkswagen AG might not have been correctly modified before they were sold to the general public. There is a possibility that certain safety systems of these cars are not correctly modified for street use.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

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The drive(cardan) shaft can be damaged by resonance vibrations at high speeds. Consequently, it could break and damage surrounding components, leading to an immediate loss of propulsion power and increased risk of an accident.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

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Due to a production error in the assembly line, the 230V cable in the area of the head airbag may have been incorrectly installed. As a result, the head air bag would not provide sufficient protection as the 230V cable might hinder its full inflation, leading to increased risk of injury.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

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Due to a manufacturing error, involving an insufficient amount of glue, the motor hood can completely detach, which poses a risk of injury. 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.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

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Due to a manufacturing error, the glue used to affix the side and/or rear windows has insufficient adhesion. As a result, the windows may become detached from the vehicle, posing a risk to the following traffic.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

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The propellant in the driver airbag may deteriorate over time. If the airbags deploy, it can result in fragments from the inflator injuring the vehicle's occupants. 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.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

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Possible leaks in the gas installation are not correctly detected in the manufacturing process. Gas leaks can cause an explosion, a fire or injuries to bystanders. 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.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

With intensive trailer use, screws attaching the trailer coupling device may become loose. This may impair stability in trailer operation and ultimately lead to the entire trailer coupling device becoming detached.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

In vehicles with dual tyres and a short wheelbase, resonance vibrations at high speeds can cause damage to the driveshaft. As a result, the driveshaft can break, increasing the risk of an accident.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

The actuator is inadequate and the handbrake cables are incorrectly positioned. As a result, the cables can slip and bend when the parking brake is applied, causing them to tear over time.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

Resonance vibrations at particular (high) speed can cause damage to the cardan shaft. As a consequence, it could break and lead to an accident.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice