The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·10V421000·Announced 2010-09-14

Webasto Sunroof Recall for VIP Distributing Co. Vehicles

Webasto is recalling certain sunroofs installed by VIP Distributing Co. because the glass can separate from the frame, creating a road hazard.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the sunroof glass can separate, posing a significant risk of vehicle crash or injury to trailing vehicles.

Plain-English summary

Webasto Product North America, Inc. is recalling certain Hollandia 700 and 600 series and Hollandia TVS 900 series sunroofs. These sunroofs were installed as original equipment by VIP Distributing Co. on various passenger vehicles.

The adhesive bond between the sunroof glass and the metal frame can debond, increasing the risk that the glass will separate from the vehicle. Complete separation can develop gradually and may be evidenced by metal corrosion around the frame, wind noise, vibration, visual bond separation, and/or water leakage.

In the event of separation, the falling glass could cause a road hazard that results in a vehicle crash or could strike a trailing vehicle. Webasto will perform the safety recall campaign, which began on October 8, 2010. Owners with affected sunroofs will receive a notice from Webasto. To determine if a vehicle is affected, owners should review the affected vehicle list provided by VIP Distributing Co. or visit Webasto's website at www.sunroofcheck.com. Owners can also call Webasto toll-free at 1-888-749-8632.

The recalled product

Product
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY recall
Manufacturer
VIP DISTRIBUTING CO.
Category
Vehicle — Sunroof
Hazard
Affected units
1,109

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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