VW · Caddy

There may be a defect in the earth connection of the electrical system control unit in the sill area. In the worst-case scenario, the engine could start by itself when the remote-control unit is operated, which would make the vehicle move forward if the engine is in gear.

Published: 15 January 2016
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/0027/16
Model: Types: 2K, 2KN. EC type approval numbers: e1*2001/116*0252*, e1*2007/46*0217*

Classification

Category: Motor vehicles
Risk type: Injuries
Country of origin: Poland

Product description

Passenger car