European Union 0522/09
Ford
The problem
The product poses a risk of fire because the use of road salt can cause corrosion of the control module of the radiator fan on the concerned vehicles. The salt can penetrate the electronics and lead to overheating, which can cause the module and the surrounding cable and components to catch fire. 30 incidents reported.
Risk
Serious risk · Fire · Germany
What owners should do
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other. Category of measure(s): Voluntary corrective action taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown