DAF XF recalls

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

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

Incorrect wheel nut fitment

Fix: Replace affected wheel nuts and inspect wheels for damage

696 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2018 to 26 Nov 2018

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

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 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 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