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Ex-Holden plant to stop building GWM Ora electric hatch for Australia
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Volkswagen Polo recalled
331 examples of the 2021 Volkswagen Polo have been recalled due to a defective rear spoiler.
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Volkswagen is recalling 331 examples of its Polo hatchback because of an issue with the rear spoiler.
“Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof spoiler may not have been bonded correctly and could become loose and detach from the vehicle,” the company says in its recall notice.
“If the roof spoiler detaches from the vehicle there is an increased risk of injury or death to road users.”
- A total of 331 vehicles are affected
- The VIN list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected Polo, you’ll need to schedule an appointment with an authorised Volkswagen dealer.
The spoiler will be replaced and properly bonded, free of charge.
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