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Car windscreen washing fluid (K2) · CLAREN Windshield washer concentrate -40°C

The product has an excessive concentration of methanol (measured value up to 34.6% by weight). Methanol is acutely toxic to the central nervous system and to the eyes. Ingestion of methanol can lead to blindness or…

Read the official notice → Car windscreen washing fluid
Date
2023-09-29
Country
Germany
Brand
K2
Product
Car windscreen washing fluid
Classification
chemical
Category
Vehicles
Source
EU Safety Gate

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  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected by entering its VIN (vehicle identification number) on the manufacturer's or the agency's recall lookup.
  2. Contact a dealer to book the repair. Recall repairs are normally free of charge.
  3. If the notice says not to drive or to park outside, follow that until the repair is done.

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