European Union automotive recalls: top causes, standards and what to do
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Over the past three years European Union issued 939 official automotive recalls, 29 (~3.1%) involving China-origin products. This page distils why products get recalled, the standards involved, how to self-check, and what to do if you are flagged.
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Top hazards (3 years)
气囊/安全带
157 recalls
制动系统
137 recalls
电气/电池
127 recalls
悬挂/车身
112 recalls
发动机
101 recalls
燃油系统
85 recalls
Pre-launch self-check
Review your design, materials and QC records against this category's recent recall defects.
Rules & standards likely involved: UNECE regulations, EU type-approval
If you get flagged or recalled
Take corrective action and notify authorities via the Safety Business Gateway; under GPSR platforms can be required to act within 2 working days
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Recent cases
Passenger car Injuries
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Motorcycles Injuries
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Passenger car Injuries
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Passenger car Injuries
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Pick-up truck Injuries
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Passenger car Fire
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Camper van Injuries
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FAQ
What are the most common reasons automotive products get recalled in European Union?
Across 939 recalls in the past three years, the top hazards were 气囊/安全带 (157), 制动系统 (137), 电气/电池 (127).
What should I do if my product is recalled or flagged in European Union?
Take corrective action and notify authorities via the Safety Business Gateway; under GPSR platforms can be required to act within 2 working days.
Which standards apply to automotive exported to European Union?
UNECE regulations, EU type-approval. Before launch, run a risk self-check against this category's recent defect patterns.