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Name: Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle
Brand: Opel

Automotive · European Union · 2024-11-15

Origin: France

Opel light commercial vehicle vacuum circuit error affects brake assistance

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-11-15
Country of origin	France
Manufacturer	Opel
Models affected	Combo
Defect	When there is a specific error in the vacuum circuit and after 6 seconds with the brake applied, the electronic control unit send an "Invalid Value" to the hydraulic brake compensation (HBC). This can cause the HBC to stop functioning, leading to a reduction in braking efficiency. This increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	A12/03180/24
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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