DAF recalls

The mating surfaces of the propshaft flanges may be contaminated with paint.

Fix: Remove the propshaft inspect and clean the flanges. Refit with new fixings.

44 vehicles · built 15 Feb 2021 to 24 Feb 2021

The mating surfaces of the propshaft flanges may be contaminated with paint.

Fix: Remove the propshaft inspect and clean the flanges. Refit with new fixings.

44 vehicles · built 15 Feb 2021 to 24 Feb 2021

When using the engine brake/intarder or third brake in motion the brake lights are not activated

Fix: Vehicle software update to the VECU

2,156 vehicles · built 23 Oct 2017 to 5 Oct 2020

When using the engine brake/intarder or third brake in motion the brake lights are not activated

Fix: Vehicle software update to the VECU

2,156 vehicles · built 23 Oct 2017 to 5 Oct 2020

Prop shaft centre bearing support brackets are potentially under torqued in production

Fix: Check the fixing bolts of affected brackets and tightened to the correct 110Nm torque setting.

347 vehicles · built 8 Sep 2020 to 14 Oct 2020

Prop shaft centre bearing support brackets are potentially under torqued in production

Fix: Check the fixing bolts of affected brackets and tightened to the correct 110Nm torque setting.

347 vehicles · built 8 Sep 2020 to 14 Oct 2020

The possibility of vehicle emission standards not being met.

Fix: Vehicle software update to the management of the SCR system.

14,669 vehicles · built 19 Dec 2013 to 21 Feb 2020

Possible failure of flexible air brake hose to the front axle.

Fix: Replace affected hoses with an updated component.

75 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2017 to 31 Jan 2019

Possible failure of flexible air brake hose to the front axle.

Fix: Replace affected hoses with an updated component.

75 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2017 to 31 Jan 2019

Possible failure of flexible air brake hose to the front axle.

Fix: Replace affected hoses with an updated component.

75 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2017 to 31 Jan 2019

Torque values on the propshaft centre bearing and drive flange may be incorrect.

Fix: Check and torque the propshaft centre bearing and drive flange

299 vehicles · built 12 Aug 2019 to 4 Sep 2019

Torque values on the propshaft centre bearing and drive flange may be incorrect.

Fix: Check and torque the propshaft centre bearing and drive flange

299 vehicles · built 12 Aug 2019 to 29 Aug 2019

Incorrect wheel nut fitment

Fix: Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage

696 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2018 to 26 Nov 2018

Incorrect wheel nut fitment

Fix: Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage

696 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2018 to 26 Nov 2018

Incorrect wheel nut fitment

Fix: Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage

696 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2018 to 26 Nov 2018

For 5.10 type axle the pinion nut may over an extended period of time. become loose due to an undersized pinion shaft spline. This may cause the pinion flange to separate and in extreme cases the differential may seize.

Fix: On affected vehicle check pinion nut for tightness and fit a locking plate to the nut to prevent nut movement.

2,507 vehicles · built 11 Feb 2005 to 1 Nov 2016

Due to an error in production the pinion shaft may not be sufficiently hardened and may fail. This may cause loss of drive and the prop shaft may detach at the pinion.

Fix: On affected vehicles examine and carry out torque check. Where necessary replace differential.

165 vehicles · built 23 Aug 2017 to 13 Oct 2017

Due to an error in production the pinion shaft may not be sufficiently hardened and may fail. This may cause loss of drive and the prop shaft may detach at the pinion.

Fix: On affected vehicles examine and carry out torque check. Where necessary replace differential.

165 vehicles · built 23 Aug 2017 to 13 Oct 2017

Due to an error in production the pinion shaft may not be sufficiently hardened and may fail. This may cause loss of drive and the prop shaft may detach at the pinion.

Fix: On affected vehicles examine and carry out torque check. Where necessary replace differential.

165 vehicles · built 23 Aug 2017 to 13 Oct 2017

During production the bolt and nut which secures the universal joint to the steering shaft may not have been tightened correctly on production. This may cause irregularities in steering operation.

Fix: Check components and bolt tightness . Replace components where necessary

58 vehicles · built 21 Aug 2013 to 15 Apr 2015

During production the bolt and nut which secures the universal joint to the steering shaft may not have been tightened correctly on production. This may cause irregularities in steering operation.

Fix: Check components and bolt tightness . Replace components where necessary

58 vehicles · built 21 Aug 2013 to 15 Apr 2015

Further to Recall 440 (R2012/059) and investigations undertaken by DAF it is suspected that the most likely cause of cracked Hytrel brake pipes in Circuit 3 (hand brake circuit) is due to stress on the air pipe in combination with a certain chemical agent that may be used in the cleaning of vehicles.

Fix: As a result it is necessary to replace Voss couplings with the Raufoss type coupling on Circuit 3.

5,250 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2011 to 31 Mar 2012

Further to Recall 440 (R2012/059) and investigations undertaken by DAF it is suspected that the most likely cause of cracked Hytrel brake pipes in Circuit 3 (hand brake circuit) is due to stress on the air pipe in combination with a certain chemical agent that may be used in the cleaning of vehicles.

Fix: As a result it is necessary to replace Voss couplings with the Raufoss type coupling on Circuit 3.

5,250 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2011 to 31 Mar 2012

Further to Recall 440 (R2012/059) and investigations undertaken by DAF it is suspected that the most likely cause of cracked Hytrel brake pipes in Circuit 3 (hand brake circuit) is due to stress on the air pipe in combination with a certain chemical agent that may be used in the cleaning of vehicles.

Fix: As a result it is necessary to replace Voss couplings with the Raufoss type coupling on Circuit 3.

5,250 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2011 to 31 Mar 2012

As part of an ongoing investigation and improvement process there is a requirement to inspect the air piping connections on the hand brake circuit (Circuit 3) for completeness and serviceability.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for inspection of pipework and report finding to manufacturer.

5,017 vehicles

As part of an ongoing investigation and improvement process there is a requirement to inspect the air piping connections on the hand brake circuit (Circuit 3) for completeness and serviceability.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for inspection of pipework and report finding to manufacturer.

5,017 vehicles

The recoiling of the pipes during fitment at production may cause the pipes to split at the pipe connection on the hand brake circuit (Circuit 3).

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for the inspection and if required the replacement of the brake pipes.

334 vehicles

The recoiling of the pipes during fitment at production may cause the pipes to split at the pipe connection on the hand brake circuit (Circuit 3).

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for the inspection and if required the replacement of the brake pipes.

334 vehicles

It has been identified that the centrifugal filter screw cap to the engine oil cooler module on a specific number of vehicles may loosen resulting in oil leakage onto the road surface.

Fix: This recall is to replace the centrifugal oil filter with a quality improved version.

955 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2010 to 28 Feb 2011

It has been identified that the quality of some AKE bearings fitted to the 09N044 mid-lift axle (Hendrichson manufacturer) may not be to specification. This could result in failure of the bearing and ultimately detachment of the wheel and hub.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the type of bearing and if necessary replace with the correct specification bearing.

183 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2010 to 31 Aug 2010

It has been identified that the quality of some AKE bearings fitted to the 09N044 mid-lift axle (Hendrichson manufacturer) may not be to specification. This could result in failure of the bearing and ultimately detachment of the wheel and hub.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the type of bearing and if necessary replace with the correct specification bearing.

183 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2010 to 31 Aug 2010

The position of the airbag electronic control unit (ECU) leaves it susceptible to water damage which may cause the airbag to malfunction.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a bracket and reposition the ECU.

104 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2006 to 31 Dec 2009

It has been identified that a number of repairs have been carried out on the hub seals where the bearings have not been replaced. This may lead to bearing failure.

Fix: Recall the vehicles to replace the full set of wheel bearings and seals to prevent a possible bearing failure.

463 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2003 to 31 Jul 2009

It has been identified that a number of repairs have been carried out on the hub seals where the bearings have not been replaced. This may lead to bearing failure.

Fix: Recall the vehicles to replace the full set of wheel bearings and seals to prevent a possible bearing failure.

463 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2003 to 31 Jul 2009

It has been identified that during production on a number of vehicles the leaf spring of the front axle has been fitted the wrong way round. In the event that the spring should break there would be a reduction of the positional control of the front axle which is afforded by the second leaf eye wrap.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be checked for correct orientation of the front springs which will be corrected if found not to be in compliance.

743 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2008 to 30 Jun 2008

It has been identified that during production on a number of vehicles the leaf spring of the front axle has been fitted the wrong way round. In the event that the spring should break there would be a reduction of the positional control of the front axle which is afforded by the second leaf eye wrap.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be checked for correct orientation of the front springs which will be corrected if found not to be in compliance.

743 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2008 to 30 Jun 2008

There is a possibility that the clamp ring connecting the brake hose of the parking brake relay valve on the rear axle may have been fitted incorrectly. Should the hose detach the spring parking brake would inadvertently apply.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the position of the clamp ring checked. If found to be incorrect the hose will be cut to the required length and fitted with a new clamp ring and reinforcing sleeve.

998 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2004 to 31 Dec 2004

There is a possibility that the clamp ring connecting the brake hose of the parking brake relay valve on the rear axle may have been fitted incorrectly. Should the hose detach the spring parking brake would inadvertently apply.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the position of the clamp ring checked. If found to be incorrect the hose will be cut to the required length and fitted with a new clamp ring and reinforcing sleeve.

998 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2004 to 31 Dec 2004

In some instances subject vehicles have been fitted with an incorrect track rod.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a track rod assembly of the correct type.

5,590 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2003 to 31 Dec 2004

It has been identified that a number of vehicles have been produced whereby the rear cross member which carries the drawbar coupling assembly has been incorrectly specified.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace the crossmember with one manufactured to the correct specification.

73 vehicles

The bearings which locate the support for the telescoping adjustment of the steering column may become displaced with possible loss of steering control if a securing clip is not fitted correctly.

Fix: Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled during which a check of the steering shaft will be made. Should the shaft be faulty it will be replaced.

108 vehicles

Possible leakage of hydraulic oil from high pressure hose - hydro pump to fan drive hydromotor

Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement hose

301 vehicles

The lap belts fitted to the passenger seats may have incorrectly manufactured inertia reels. As a consequence a seat belt may not lock in a collision.

Fix: Check the batch number of each seat belt and fit a quality assured replacement where necessary.

330 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2003 to 17 Oct 2003

The lap belts fitted to the passenger seats may have incorrectly manufactured inertia reels. As a consequence a seat belt may not lock in a collision.

Fix: Check the batch number of each seat belt and fit a quality assured replacement where necessary.

330 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2003 to 17 Oct 2003

Failure of number one injector pipe which in the worst case scenario may result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Replace number one injector pipe with a quality assured item. At the same time the remaining injector pipes will be inspected for serviceability.

163 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2002 to 1 Feb 2004

The circuit 3 air pipe connected to the air reservoir is fitted too close to the engine exhaust. The hot gasses could melt the pipe and cause an air leak and the park brake to malfunction.

Fix: Fit a new quick release coupling assembly to relocate the hose.

75 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2002 to 30 Nov 2002

The bolts which secure the front brake caliper to the mounting bracket may not be to specification and could shear as a result.

Fix: Check identification number on the bolt heads and replace with bolts of the correct specification where necessary.

150 vehicles

The propellor shaft fitted to a specific number of vehicles may fracture at certain high rotation frequencies.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a quality assured replacement propellor shaft.

61 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2001 to 28 Feb 2002

The propellor shaft fitted to a specific number of vehicles may fracture at certain high rotation frequencies.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a quality assured replacement propellor shaft.

61 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2001 to 28 Feb 2002

In some cases fitment of nylon thrust washers may allow excessive lateral movement of the second axle suspension lower spring arms. This could loosen the fixing bolts at the spring eye bracket and affect the steering control.

Fix: Fit an extra support bracket at the spring eye bracket and new thrust washers.

65 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

In some cases fitment of nylon thrust washers may allow excessive lateral movement of the second axle suspension lower spring arms. This could loosen the fixing bolts at the spring eye bracket and affect the steering control.

Fix: Fit an extra support bracket at the spring eye bracket and new thrust washers.

65 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

The front brake disc pad retaining spring may break and allow the disc pads to become displaced. The broken parts of the spring may also damage the tyre valve.

Fix: Replace the brake pad retaining springs with quality assured parts.

22 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2000 to 30 Nov 2000

There is a possibility that due to vibration the steel fuel return pipe to fuel filter may fracture and leak. Fuel may be deposited upon the engine and ignite.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace fuel return pipe with a flexible pipe.

298 vehicles

There is a possibility that the brake pedal bracket could crack and lead to a malfunction of the brake pedal.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for inspection and if required replacement of the brake pedal bracket with an improved version.

825 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1999 to 31 Oct 1999

There is a possibility that the brake pedal bracket could crack and lead to a malfunction of the brake pedal.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for inspection and if required replacement of the brake pedal bracket with an improved version.

825 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1999 to 31 Oct 1999

There is a possibility that the brake pedal bracket could crack and lead to a malfunction of the brake pedal.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for inspection and if required replacement of the brake pedal bracket with an improved version.

825 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1999 to 31 Oct 1999

On a small number of vehicles the front axle offside and nearside track rod lever bolts are of incorrect quality and could fail which could lead to the track rod lever coming adrift.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement bolts.

76 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1999 to 30 Sep 1999

The steering lock barrel retaining pin may become displaced and cause the steering lock to engage. Should the lock barrel come out of its housing directional control would be affected.

Fix: The steering column lock will be secured with the addition of a retaining clip.

2,409 vehicles · built 1 Apr 1998 to 31 Oct 1998

The steering lock barrel retaining pin may become displaced and cause the steering lock to engage. Should the lock barrel come out of its housing directional control would be affected.

Fix: The steering column lock will be secured with the addition of a retaining clip.

2,409 vehicles · built 1 Apr 1998 to 31 Oct 1998

A number of service exchange steering boxes may fail due to the incorrect position of a circlip of the bevel box which could lead to the input shaft and gear to detach resulting in the loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured bevel box.

47 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 12 May 1999

A number of service exchange steering boxes may fail due to the incorrect position of a circlip of the bevel box which could lead to the input shaft and gear to detach resulting in the loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured bevel box.

47 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 12 May 1999

A number of service exchange steering boxes may fail due to the incorrect position of a circlip of the bevel box which could lead to the input shaft and gear to detach resulting in the loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured bevel box.

47 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 12 May 1999

The rear nearside road wheel retaining nuts may have been over torqued which could result in failure of the wheel studs.

Fix: Replace the rear nearside road wheel studs and nuts and tighten to the correct torque.

104 vehicles · built 1 Nov 1998 to 31 Dec 1998

The nuts securing the drag link and track rod ball joint clamps may not have been pre-treated. As a result the tightness torque could be too low and the nuts could loosen which in extreme cases could lead to loss of steering.

Fix: Replace suspect nuts/bolts with correct version.

121 vehicles · built 1 Oct 1998 to 31 Oct 1998

The nuts securing the drag link and track rod ball joint clamps may not have been pre-treated. As a result the tightness torque could be too low and the nuts could loosen which in extreme cases could lead to loss of steering.

Fix: Replace suspect nuts/bolts with correct version.

121 vehicles · built 1 Oct 1998 to 31 Oct 1998

The nuts securing the drag link and track rod ball joint clamps may not have been pre-treated. As a result the tightness torque could be too low and the nuts could loosen which in extreme cases could lead to loss of steering.

Fix: Replace suspect nuts/bolts with correct version.

121 vehicles · built 1 Oct 1998 to 31 Oct 1998

The nuts securing the drag link and track rod ball joint clamps may not have been pre-treated. As a result the tightness torque could be too low and the nuts could loosen which in extreme cases could lead to loss of steering.

Fix: Replace suspect nuts/bolts with correct version.

121 vehicles · built 1 Oct 1998 to 31 Oct 1998

The bolts securing the disc to the front hub are of incorrect quality and could fail with the result of the brake disc being no longer secured to the hub.

Fix: Replace all suspect bolts with improved version.

248 vehicles · built 1 Sep 1997 to 31 Mar 1998

The glow plug relay bracket can break due to vibration with a risk of causing a short circuit which may lead to the wires igniting.

Fix: Replace with an improved thicker bracket.

27 vehicles · built 1 Jun 1994 to 30 Jul 1998

The nuts securing the front underrun protection bumper may not have been tightened sufficiently which could lead to loosening of the fixing bolts and affecting steering control.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles remove fixing bolts apply Loctite and retorque to correct figure.

208 vehicles · built 1 Apr 1998 to 30 Jul 1998

Front disc brakes air chamber drain plug was not removed during production. Consequently and condensate may freeze under extremely cold conditions and impair the effectiveness of the brake.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and remove the brake chamber drain plug.

275 vehicles

The double thread connection balljoint to the track rod can become loose caused by insufficient torquing in production.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and undo and retighten the clamp bolt with 170 Nm plus or minus 10 Nm torque. In cases where the threaded connection is loose already renew the track rod and reset the toe-in.

141 vehicles

The starter motor may be accidentally activated as a result of the ignition switch wires shorting on the loom connector and pneumatic switch mounting plates on the steering column.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of clips/tie wraps and protective trim on the steering column/pneumatic switch plate to secure and protect the wiring loom.

249 vehicles · built 1 Mar 1997 to 30 Sep 1997

On a small batch of vehicles the material quality of the front U bolts is suspect and may result in cracking of the bolts.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the U bolts replaced with quality assured examples.

14 vehicles · built 1 Jun 1997 to 30 Jun 1997

On a small batch of vehicles the material quality of the front U bolts is suspect and may result in cracking of the bolts.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the U bolts replaced with quality assured examples.

14 vehicles · built 1 Jun 1997 to 30 Jun 1997

On a small batch of vehicles the material quality of the front U bolts is suspect and may result in cracking of the bolts.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the U bolts replaced with quality assured examples.

14 vehicles · built 1 Jun 1997 to 30 Jun 1997

It is possible that the throttle may not return to the idle position when the accelerator pedal is released.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the throttle mechanism and adjustment of the throttle return spring where necessary.

119 vehicles

In a small number of cases the rear road spring bolt and nut have become loose.

Fix: The original rear spring nut will be replaced with a modified example incorporating more locking material.

109 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1996 to 31 Dec 1997

The low brake fluid warning light wire between the cab connector and the engine plug at the back of the instrument panel may have been omitted.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a link harness wire to the engine plug and connector.

21 vehicles · built 1 May 1996 to 31 Oct 1996

On a small number of vehicles incorrect brake actuators may be fitted to the front axle brakes.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the brake actuators inspected. Any incorrect units will be replaced with the correct type.

64 vehicles · built 1 May 1996 to 30 Jul 1996

On vehicles fitted with the ZF S5 42 gearbox the output flange nut may loosen. This could result in detachment of the propellor shaft.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a lock washer to prevent loosening of the output flange nut.

18,887 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1991 to 30 Nov 1994

A gear wheel in the power steering pump may crack causing loss of steering power assistance.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the power steering pump with a unit having a production date of 20A96 or greater.

39 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1996 to 28 Feb 1996

A gear wheel in the power steering pump may crack causing loss of steering power assistance.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the power steering pump with a unit having a production date of 20A96 or greater.

39 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1996 to 28 Feb 1996

A gear wheel in the power steering pump may crack causing loss of steering power assistance.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the power steering pump with a unit having a production date of 20A96 or greater.

39 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1996 to 28 Feb 1996

A number of vehicles have been built where due to material inclusions the cab pivot/steering box mounting brackets are below the manufacturers specification.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the subject bracket with one which is quality assured.

74 vehicles · built 1 Apr 1995 to 31 May 1995

The oil hose on the pressure side of the power steering system is not to specification and could rupture with resultant loss of steering power assistance.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the pressure side hose with a modified and quality assured version.

121 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1995 to 31 Aug 1995

The oil hose on the pressure side of the power steering system is not to specification and could rupture with resultant loss of steering power assistance.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the pressure side hose with a modified and quality assured version.

121 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1995 to 31 Aug 1995

The bolts securing the clutch housing to the gearbox are incorrectly torqued. This may lead to the gearbox becoming loose.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and retighten the subject bolts to the correct torque.

112 vehicles · built 1 Apr 1995 to 30 Jun 1995

Isolated instances of failure of the propellor shaft welding have occurred. (This campaign was launched to rework a batch of vehicles not included in Recall R1994/58).

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the propeller shaft with a quality assured unit. Replacement shafts are distinguished by having the letter S stamped on a flange.

22 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1992 to 31 Dec 1994

Isolated instances of failure of the propellor shaft welding have occurred. (This campaign was launched to rework a batch of vehicles not included in Recall R1994/58).

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the propeller shaft with a quality assured unit. Replacement shafts are distinguished by having the letter S stamped on a flange.

22 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1992 to 31 Dec 1994

On certain vehicles the bolts securing the towing crossmember and cab mountings may be defective.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for inspection of all the subject bolts. Those bolts identified as being defective will be replaced with modified examples.

122 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1995 to 28 Feb 1995

On certain vehicles the bolts securing the towing crossmember and cab mountings may be defective.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for inspection of all the subject bolts. Those bolts identified as being defective will be replaced with modified examples.

122 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1995 to 28 Feb 1995

During production of the vehicles concerned an electrical relay was not connected to the halt (or door) brake. As a result excessive air pressure can be applied to the rear brakes if the service brake is operated whilst the parking and halt brakes are

Fix: The single operator involved will connect the relay to the halt brake to prevent compounding if the service brake is applied. When this operation is complete the importer will be advised on a dedicated proforma. The condition of the rear S

26 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1992 to 31 Dec 1992

On axle production the breather plug may not have been removed from the rear axle spring brake units. This may result in a malfunction of the automatic adjustment of the brake expander unit.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and remove the plug from the breather hole.

1,126 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1992 to 30 Apr 1994

The steering column upper coupling bolt may not have been correctly torqued on production. This may lead to looseness in the upper joint and in extreme cases shaft detachment. The concern affects only vehicles produced at the Workington Plant.

Fix: Replace the fixing bolt for the upper steering column coupling with an alternative type which is currently employed on the 'Volvo' Olympian.

2,300 vehicles

The steering column upper coupling bolt may not have been correctly torqued on production. This may lead to looseness in the upper joint and in extreme cases shaft detachment. The concern affects only vehicles produced at the Workington Plant.

Fix: Replace the fixing bolt for the upper steering column coupling with an alternative type which is currently employed on the 'Volvo' Olympian.

2,300 vehicles

On vehicles fitted with ABS the front brake hoses can foul the tyres on full lock.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and alter the fixing and routing of the front brake hoses to ensure that they cannot foul the tyres when the steering is on full lock.

67 vehicles · built 1 Dec 1986 to 30 Nov 1992

On vehicles fitted with ABS the front brake hoses can foul the tyres on full lock.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and alter the fixing and routing of the front brake hoses to ensure that they cannot foul the tyres when the steering is on full lock.

67 vehicles · built 1 Dec 1986 to 30 Nov 1992

The bolts coupling the propellor shaft to the differential and/or the bolts coupling intermediate propellor shaft sections may not be sufficiently torqued.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the torque of the subject bolts retorqueing where necessary.

47 vehicles · built 1 Dec 1993 to 31 Dec 1993

The bolts coupling the propellor shaft to the differential and/or the bolts coupling intermediate propellor shaft sections may not be sufficiently torqued.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the torque of the subject bolts retorqueing where necessary.

47 vehicles · built 1 Dec 1993 to 31 Dec 1993

The bolts coupling the propellor shaft to the differential and/or the bolts coupling intermediate propellor shaft sections may not be sufficiently torqued.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the torque of the subject bolts retorqueing where necessary.

47 vehicles · built 1 Dec 1993 to 31 Dec 1993

The bolts coupling the propellor shaft to the differential and/or the bolts coupling intermediate propellor shaft sections may not be sufficiently torqued.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the torque of the subject bolts retorqueing where necessary.

47 vehicles · built 1 Dec 1993 to 31 Dec 1993

Concern that rear wheel mounting studs may fail due to a combination of:- i) Incorrect high material hardness ii) presence of excessive 'laps' in thread forming.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and rework using quality assured wheel studs

552 vehicles · built 20 Oct 1993 to 19 Jan 1994

Due to incorrect fitment on production the spring saddles on '1132' tandem axles may crack resulting in insecurity of the rear bogie.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for fitment of a modified and improved spring saddle.

102 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1993 to 31 Dec 1993

Due to incorrect fitment on production the spring saddles on '1132' tandem axles may crack resulting in insecurity of the rear bogie.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for fitment of a modified and improved spring saddle.

102 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1993 to 31 Dec 1993

The painted brake actuator push rods may stick on the anti-grunt bush on the actuator body allowing the brakes to stick on after release at one or more wheel stations.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the original actuator push rods with zinc plated versions.

664 vehicles

As a result of possible incorrect fitment the air pipe from the parking brake valve to the connectors on the warning light pressure switch may separate and cause unscheduled application of the spring brake.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check that fitment and installation of the subject pipe conforms to the manufacturers production standard.

75 vehicles · built 1 Nov 1992 to 31 Dec 1992

As a result of possible incorrect fitment the air pipe from the parking brake valve to the connectors on the warning light pressure switch may separate and cause unscheduled application of the spring brake.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check that fitment and installation of the subject pipe conforms to the manufacturers production standard.

75 vehicles · built 1 Nov 1992 to 31 Dec 1992

The steering box mounting fitted as original equipment may not be sufficiently robust. Failure of this bracket could lead to loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of an improved steering box mounting bracket.

136 vehicles · built 1 Apr 1988 to 30 Sep 1991

The locating dowels between the stub axles and the steering arm and track rod levers may not be within the approved manufacturing tolerance. This may lead to loosening of the steering arm and/or track rod lever bolts with eventual loss of steering

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of quality assured replacement dowels between the stub axles and the steering arm and track rod levers.

1,189 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1990 to 31 Oct 1991