There is currently a large-scale recall of Opel and other vehicles from well-known manufacturers. Recalls are not uncommon in the automotive industry, as they are intended to address potential safety risks or technical defects discovered after the vehicle's delivery.
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Recently, Opel had to recall the Astra Electric. The manufacturer is now conducting another recall due to a software error in the engine control unit. This issue leads to the incorrect assessment of the urea consumption value used for exhaust gas purification.
Large-scale recall of Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, and DS: Details
The affected cars were manufactured from 2022 to 2023.
- For Citroën, these include the C3 and C5 Aircross models. A total of 44,389 vehicles are being recalled worldwide, with 711 in Germany (KBA number: 013325, manufacturer code: JZC).
- Peugeot is recalling models 208, 308, 3008, and 5008, affecting 75,577 cars globally and 1,905 in Germany (KBA number: 013324, manufacturer code: MKS).
- Opel is recalling models Astra, Grandland, and Mokka, totaling 46,435 cars worldwide, with 4,179 in Germany (KBA number: 013328, manufacturer code: KIV).
- DS has also announced the recall of models DS3 and DS4. Exact figures for the number of recalled vehicles are unknown (KBA number: 013327, manufacturer code: JZC).
As of today, there have been no reported incidents resulting in financial damage or physical injuries attributable to the software error. To address the issue, manufacturers plan to update the engine control unit's software.
It is important to emphasize that the recall notice to owners is not a recommendation but a mandatory measure. If the vehicle owner fails to comply with this requirement, the car may be forcibly taken out of operation.
It is crucial to note that not all vehicles of the affected type are actually defective. Defects often pertain to specific versions, such as:
- The engine;
- Body shape;
- Other equipment features.
Therefore, owners of the affected vehicles should definitely call the manufacturer's service hotline or visit an authorized workshop. This will help avoid any potential issues.
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The recall of Tesla's vehicles, affecting two million cars, is also a notable event in the automotive industry, similar to the large-scale recalls of Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, and DS.
Similar to the Opel recall, Tesla owners are advised to address the issue promptly, as failure to comply with the recall could result in their cars being forcibly taken out of operation.
