Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Passenger car
Brand: Opel
Country: France
Hazards: Chemical Risk, Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01683/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Passenger car |
| Brand | Opel |
| Country | France |
| Case Number | SR/01683/26 |
| Hazard | Chemical Risk, Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia Recall Information Record
Case Number: SR/01683/26
Date of Record: Based on EU Safety Gate data.
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1. Recall Summary
The manufacturer, Opel, has initiated a recall for specific models of the Opel Astra L passenger car. The recall is due to a non-compliance issue identified during assembly. The fuel hose may have been incorrectly routed, leading to potential contact with the engine belt pulley. This contact could damage the hose, resulting in fuel leakage or spray into the engine compartment. 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. The recall was notified by France.
2. Affected Products
– Brand: Opel
– Product Name: Astra L
– Category: Motor vehicles (Passenger car)
– Type/Model Numbers: e2*2007/46*0628*37, e2*2007/46*0628*38, e2*2007/46*0628*39, g11*2018/858*00753*02, g11*2018/858*00753*03, g11*2018/858*00753*04
– Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) Range: VXKF4DGN2S1050500 to VXKF4DGM5T1006922
– Production Dates: 17.10.2025 to 22.01.2026
– Country of Origin: France
– Company Recall Code: KWY
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
– Risk Type: Fire
– Danger: The fuel hose may have been incorrectly routed during assembly, causing it to come into contact with the engine belt pulley. This contact could damage the hose and result in fuel leaking or spraying into the engine compartment or surrounding areas. This condition could potentially lead to a fire if the fuel reaches hot surfaces.
– Non-Compliance: 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.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the manufacturer has initiated a recall of the product from end users. Consumers who own an affected vehicle should contact an authorized Opel dealer to have the vehicle inspected and repaired. The specific instructions for consumers are to follow the recall process initiated by the manufacturer. The date of entry into force for the measure is 02/06/2026.
5. Official Remedy
– Type of Measure: Recall of the product from end users.
– Type of Economic Operator Taking Measure: Manufacturer.
– Remedy Details: The manufacturer will recall the affected vehicles. The specific remedy (e.g., inspection and rerouting/replacement of the fuel hose) is implied by the nature of the defect but is not explicitly detailed in the source data beyond the recall action. The measure is to be implemented by the manufacturer.
6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country: France
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099245
– Case Number: SR/01683/26
– Manufacturer Recall Code: KWY
– Specific consumer contact phone number or website: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should contact their local authorized Opel dealer for service related to this recall.
Recall Timeline
- **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
- **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
- **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I identify the recalled Passenger car?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01683/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Passenger car?
A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.
Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Passenger car?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?
A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.