Fire risk
Ireland
Published 2 Mar 2007
Ref 0206/07
Audi Audi A3 (8P) 2.0 TDI with 6 SP Gearbox — Fire, Injuries
- Country
- Ireland
- Published
- 2 Mar 2007
- Reference
- 0206/07
Affected vehicles
Audi Audi A3 (8P) 2.0 TDI with 6 SP Gearbox
Hazard
Fire, Injuries — The dual mass flywheel may become damaged due to the configuration of the restrictor passage in the bleeder valve in the hydraulic pressure line for clutch actuation. This can happen if the clutch is engaged very abruptly, for instance if the pedal is allowed to spring back by itself. After causing unusual mechanical noises, the dual-mass flywheel will eventually fail completely. In unfavourable conditions this can lead to a fire in the vehicle.
Remedy
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the importerDate of entry into force: Unknown