MAN TGM recalls

A breakage of steering pushrods and steering rods ball studs cannot be ruled out.

Fix: Replace affected drag links and/or track rods.

19 vehicles · built 24 Sep 2025 to 22 Dec 2025

On affected vehicles the universal steering joint may not be fully located onto the steering shaft.

Fix: Affected vehicles will be checked. Damaged components will be replaced if necessary and the steering shaft correctly installed.

161 vehicles · built 11 Sep 2023 to 9 Jan 2025

On affected vehicles an incorrect build-up of heat in the 24-volt socket installed in the instrument panel may be produced. This may result in functional impairments and damage due to heat development resulting in a fire.

Fix: Check and replace the 24-volt socket.

530 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2017 to 1 Jul 2023

The nut of the screw connection between the steering pitman and drag link may not be tightened with the correct torque value.

Fix: Check the bolt connection between the steering pitman and drag link. Renew the steering pitman and drag link if necessary.�

17 vehicles · built 6 Apr 2023 to 4 Dec 2023

The right linkage adjusters on the rear axle were manufactured incorrectly.

Fix: Replacement of the right linkage adjusters on the rear axle.

34 vehicles · built 17 Jul 2020 to 17 Dec 2020

A friction weld seam has been over torqued at the manufacturer of the steering propshaft and incorrect guide rings installed.

Fix: Replace the steering propshaft and guide rings.

2 vehicles · built 18 Jun 2020 to 29 Jun 2020

The compressed air resevoir tanks may rupture without warning which may result in material damage and/or personal injury due to parts coming loose.

Fix: Recall the the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the air tank manufacturer's number. Where the air tank is of the affected batches the air tank will be replaced.

7 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2012 to 15 Dec 2015

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

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

The tyre tread may detach and adversely affect the control of the vehicle. The separated tread could also adversely affect other road users.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to have tyres from the affected batches. All tyres fitted to the vehicle are to be checked including the spare. The tyres that are in the affected batches are to be changed out.

508 vehicles

The front suspension leaf springs could fail which will adversely affect the handling of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front suspension leaf springs.

32 vehicles

It is possible that the front axle spring U bolt nuts may crack. If this occurs then this could in extreme cases result in the driver loosing control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the defective components.

392 vehicles

It has been established that the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) can malfunction which in extreme cases can cause a loss of control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and disable the ESP system until a permanent fix is found.

12 vehicles

Lock nuts fitted to the ball heads on the steering drag link and track rod ball joints may have insufficient securing function. It is possible that the nuts might loosen and allow the steering joints to separate and the directional control to be compromised.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the affected lock nuts

101 vehicles

It is possible that the above vehicles are fitted with a defective power assisted steering pump which could fail. If this occurs it could have the potential to affect the directional control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall all effected vehicles to replace the power assisted steering pump.

147 vehicles

If the lock operating mechanism is forced passed the unlocked position it is possible that the door could inadvertently open without the operation of the door handle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the lock operating mechanism in the door.

263 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

The steering column propshaft coupling may be connected too far beyond the toothing/splined section of the steering gear shaft. If ignored this has the potential to affect the directional control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check for misalignment. If found replace steering shaft and check for damage on the steering gear shaft. Replace if damaged.

4 vehicles

It is possible that some vehicles may have the steering hydraulic pipework mounted and secured incorrectly. In the worst case the pipework could fracture and result in the loss of power assistance to the steering.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to where necessary reposition the pipe and re-secure it in a different place.

24 vehicles

The rear seat belts and lock mechanisms are not compatible and may not lock correctly

Fix: Recall affected vehicles replace seat belts and brackets and rework cladding elements at seat belts.

63 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