MAN TG-A recalls

The fuel pre-filter heating may fail because of damage caused by scorching on the relay and its electrical connection. In extreme cases a fire could be possible.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the relay for the fuel pre-filter heating. Where necessary replace the relay. The relay will only be re-sited if it is replaced. In all cases the protective sleeve must be fitted to the relay and wiring.

7,323 vehicles

Brake chambers fitted to the rear axles may not have been correctly manufactured and could fail. This could cause loss of braking.

Fix: Replace brake chambers on affected vehicles.

7 vehicles

During manufacturer of the manually operated parking brake valve some of the drillings were formed incorrectly. This concern may lead to cracks forming loss of air and the parking brake applying whilst the vehicle is in motion.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the make and date of manufacture. Where necessary replace the manually operated parking brake valve.

1,363 vehicles

Oil may emerge from cylinder head cover in the event of engine damage. In the worst case scenario this could cause a fire hazard if leaking oil comes into contact with parts of the exhaust system.Some engine damage may cause high pressures in the crankcase. In extreme cases oil may escape at the cylinder head cover.

Fix: Replace cylinder head cover screws on the air intake manifold side for screws with springs

19,984 vehicles

Under certain operating conditions it is possible that the wheel bearing or a tyre on the leading or trailing tag axles can fail as a result of a brake overheat. If the driver ignores warning signs it is possible the wheel and hub could detach or the tyre could blow out.

Fix: As an interim action recall all affected vehicles to check the tolerance on the brake calipers fitted to these axles. Where necessary the dealer will replace specific brake components and fit wheel nut indicators to act as heat/melting indicators. Full action recall all affected vehicle to have new brake calipers fitted.

19,179 vehicles

The front live axle brake anchor plates may not be secure which if not attended to could ultimately lead to the directional control being affected.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to tighten the anchor plate bolts and where necessary replace the stub axle and brake anchor plate.

91 vehicles

It has been identified that a number of the subject vehicles have been fitted with faulty Voss air distributor check valves which do not afford the prime mover parking brake system reliable protection in the event of the trailer air supply lines becoming holed or torn away. Should a trailer air supply line disconnect or holing situation occur there is the potential for the prime mover rear axle parking brakes to actuate causing the vehicle to slow down or in some cases suffer rear wheel lock with no driver input.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve replaced with a quality assured item.

478 vehicles

It has been identified that a problem exists with the brake modules fitted to EBS 5 braking systems. The modules affected are front and rear axle pressure controls additionally the trailer control. It is reported that the fault affects service brake operation in that it could initiate braking on one side more than the other with the possibility of the vehicle veering to one side. Should this happen an accident might ensue.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the EBS control modules re-programmed as necessary.

3,299 vehicles

The steering upper universal joint may be incorrectly located and secured on the shaft. Steering control may be affected.

Fix: Recall affected vehiclescheck if joint located correctly if not reposition and fit and correctly torque new securing bolt.

2 vehicles

It is possible that some right hand drive TGA vehicles may have been fitted with a steering drag arms that have not necessarily crack tested. If this notice is ignored and the remedial check/repair work is not carried out this could possibly lead to the steering failing.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check and if necessary replace the effected parts with quality assured items.

111 vehicles

It has been identified that a number of vehicles have been fitted with a defective drag link. This has the potential to cause the steering to fail.

Fix: Affected vehicles will have the drag link replaced.

120 vehicles

Some electrical plugs connected to the battery master switch may have been fitted with inadequate sealing to prevent water ingress to the electrical terminals. Water ingress in this area can lead to a total loss of vehicle electicals.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to water proof the affected terminals.

144 vehicles

Steering Wheel can crack and break at hub

Fix: Recall affected vehicles inspect wheel hub for cracks and if necessary replace.

71 vehicles

The squeezer nut which is part of the scissor-type lever assembly on the seat rack may work loose. This may cause damage to the seat rack and in extreme cases the seat rack may fail. If this occurs there is a risk of the seat tipping rearward which could potentially affect the driver's control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for inspection and replacement of damages seat scissor-type lever assemblies as required.

2,960 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2004 to 31 Dec 2006

It has been identified that the connection between the steering shaft and the fork on the steering propshaft may work loose. This if ignored has the potential to cause the steering to fail.

Fix: Subject vehicle will have the steering shafts checked and replaced as necessary.

1,638 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2004 to 17 May 2006

The heads of the blind rivet pins may detach and in unfavourable circumstances get jammed between the valve and the seat of the blow off valve. This means that the valve will be permanently open and that it is no longer possible to fill the compressed air system completely.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected check the model and date of manufacture on the model plate. If affected remove the cartridge and check if the pin heads on the rivets are still firm. If the pin heads are intact rebuild the drier and mark as checked. If the pins have detached find the loose headsremove them and then rebuild the drier with new seal and damping plate. If the pin heads cannot be found a new drier should be fitted.

4,017 vehicles

The vehicles electrical circuits may fail completely due to a faulty battery switch.

Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the faulty switch will be replaced with a modified part.

529 vehicles

It is possible that the connecting plate to which the upper diagonal control arms of the rear axle location system may break. Should this occur loss of vehicle control may ensue.

Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and change the axle location connecting plate. Additionally operators will be advised of the correct use of the rear suspension system.

7 vehicles

There is a possibility that the cab may become detached when tilted due to insufficient thickness of front cab mounting blocks

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for inspection and replacement of cab bearing blocks if broken

1,247 vehicles

Ageing may cause the contact resistance of the seat heating to increase. In conjunction with the seat heating regulator installed this can lead to the seat overheating and smouldering in extreme cases.

Fix: Fit a replacement seat heating regulator. Fit new seat cushion and back rest heating elements where necessary.

4,509 vehicles

The mid lift axle front hanger bracket fixing bolts may have been insufficiently tightened. As a consequence the hanger bracket could become loose to the chassis.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles replace any damaged hanger bracket fixing bolts and tighten all bolts to the specified torque.

827 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

Potentially defective double chamber rear brake actuators may result in application of the parking brake without warning.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured rear brake actuators.

121 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

(1) The ball joint where the steering column double joint is centred can jump out of its socket. (2) The retaining plates for the ball joint in the upper universal joint in the steering column may work loose and obstruct free rotation of the column. (3) The steering column support bracket fasteners may not have been tightened to the specified torque.

Fix: (1) Check the production date of the jointed steering shaft and fit a quality assured replacement where necessary. (2) Check the rivets securing the retaining plates. If the riveting is defective fit a new steering shaft. (3) Check the steering column support bracket fasteners for correct torque.

1,051 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2000 to 31 Jul 2001

Possible incorrect crimping of the front flexible brake hose connectors could result in disconnection of a hose during braking.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace any suspect brake hoses with new ones.

228 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

Mid lift axle front hanger and air bag pedestal mounting may not have been welded to the inside of the chassis mounting bracket. This could lead to stress fatigue and subsequent failure.

Fix: Examine affected vehicles and replace the mounting brackets where necessary.

313 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

It has been found on some of the F2000 and TGA variants fitted with the Hendrickson Mid-Lift Axle assembly that the connections to the relay valve fitted to this application may have been incorrectly connected to the ports 41 and 1.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check for incorrect pipe connections and rectify where found necessary.

315 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2001

Air from the compressor may freeze up in the spiral cooling pipe and in the pipe upstream of the air dryer or ECAM unit. This could reduce the efficiency of the service brakes.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace the spiral cooling pipe with a shorter version. Also replace the polyamide pipe leading from the steel pipe in the frame to the ECAM unit or to the air dryer by a steel pipe.

1,035 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2000 to 30 Jun 2001