Scania recalls
DVSA has published 156 safety recalls for Scania since 1992, 22 of them since 2020. The latest was 15 Apr 2026. Models with the most campaigns: R Series, 4 Series, P Series, Various, N, K, G Series, Lpgrs.
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K360CB4X2NI CL3 · check the cable routing next to the battery on scaniatouring
15 Apr 2026 · R/2026/157
The manufacturer has identified there is a risk that the battery cable could chafe against the battery holder bracket and make short circuit.
Fix: Chafe protection to be fitted to affected battery cables.
76 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2022 to 1 Jul 2025
K410CB6X2*4NI 13.7 CL3 · check the cable routing next to the battery on scaniatouring
15 Apr 2026 · R/2026/157
The manufacturer has identified there is a risk that the battery cable could chafe against the battery holder bracket and make short circuit.
Fix: Chafe protection to be fitted to affected battery cables.
93 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2022 to 1 Jul 2025
K410CB6X2*4NI 13.7 CL3 · check the cable routing next to the battery on scaniatouring
15 Apr 2026 · R/2026/157
The manufacturer has identified there is a risk that the battery cable could chafe against the battery holder bracket and make short circuit.
Fix: Chafe protection to be fitted to affected battery cables.
27 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2024 to 1 Jul 2025
2NA, R460 A6X2 · the wheel nuts may come loose.
24 Jul 2023 · R/2023/218
The wheel nuts may come loose.
Fix: The vehicle's wheel nuts must be check-tightened.
4 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2023 to 30 Apr 2023
L 230 B4X2NB · there may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
24 Jul 2023 · R/2023/221
There may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
Fix: Inspect and replace the propeller shaft where required.
1 vehicles · built 1 May 2023 to 31 May 2023
P250 B4X2NA · the wheel nuts may come loose.
24 Jul 2023 · R/2023/218
The wheel nuts may come loose.
Fix: The vehicle's wheel nuts must be check-tightened.
4 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2023 to 30 Apr 2023
2NA, G410 A6X2 · the wheel nuts may come loose.
24 Jul 2023 · R/2023/218
The wheel nuts may come loose.
Fix: The vehicle's wheel nuts must be check-tightened.
4 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2023 to 30 Apr 2023
L 230 B6X2*4NB · there may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
5 Jun 2023 · R/2023/164
There may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
Fix: Replace one (1) piece propellor shaft with two (2) piece propellor shaft and centre bearing
5 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2021 to 30 Apr 2021
L 230 B4X2NB · there may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
5 Jun 2023 · R/2023/164
There may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
Fix: Replace one (1) piece propellor shaft with two (2) piece propellor shaft and centre bearing
5 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2022 to 30 Nov 2022
P 230 B4X2NA · there may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
5 Jun 2023 · R/2023/164
There may be a risk of the propeller shaft breaking and damaging adjacent parts
Fix: Replace one (1) piece propellor shaft with two (2) piece propellor shaft and centre bearing
5 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2022 to 30 Sep 2022
S500 A6X2NB · the clamping force on the pinion bearing has become too low when fitting the nut to the end yoke
25 Nov 2022 · R/2023/004
The clamping force on the pinion bearing may have been too low when fitting the nut to the end yoke.
Fix: The nut must be renewed and torque tightened according to a new method.
2 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2022 to 31 Aug 2022
P360 B6X2*4NB · the clamping force on the pinion bearing has become too low when fitting the nut to the end yoke
25 Nov 2022 · R/2023/004
The clamping force on the pinion bearing may have been too low when fitting the nut to the end yoke.
Fix: The nut must be renewed and torque tightened according to a new method.
2 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2022 to 30 Jun 2022
LPGRS · there should be 2 or 3 slots at each end of the track rod link. the ball joints at the ends of the track rod are secured by tightening a clamp over the slots. in some cases there have been instances of slots missing from the track rod link.
16 Sep 2022 · R/2022/272
There should be 2 or 3 slots at each end of the track rod link. The ball joints at the ends of the track rod are secured by tightening a clamp over the slots. In some cases there have been instances of slots missing from the track rod link.�
Fix: Check the correct number of slots at each end of the track rod link. If there are slots missing the track rod must be renewed. For chassis found with incorrect track rods they are not to be released until the part is replaced.�
311 vehicles · built 15 Feb 2021 to 1 May 2021
LPGRS · the lower nut that secures the cab tilt cylinder to a mounting bracket may not be correctly tightened
13 Apr 2021 · R/2021/138
The lower nut that secures the cab tilt cylinder to a mounting bracket may not be correctly tightened.
Fix: Check and ensure the tightening torque of the affected nut.
1,839 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2019 to 1 Apr 2020
LPGRS · a cable chafing risk between the cab heater and the harness to component connector against the heater bracket
29 Dec 2020 · R/2020/385
A cable chafing risk between the cab heater and the harness-to-component connector against the heater bracket.
Fix: Check re-route and secure or replace the harness as necessary.
2,122 vehicles · built 22 May 2018 to 7 Dec 2018
LPGRS · a cable chafing risk between the cab heater and the harness to component connector against the heater bracket
29 Dec 2020 · R/2020/385
A cable chafing risk between the cab heater and the harness-to-component connector against the heater bracket.
Fix: Check re-route and secure or replace the harness as necessary.
2,122 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2019 to 1 Feb 2020
PGR WITH EURO 6 · vehicles may not comply with specific emissions criteria
25 May 2020 · R/2020/144
Vehicles may not comply with specific emissions criteria.
Fix: Carry out a SOPS software conversion or evidence exemption compliance
3 vehicles · built 22 Nov 2014 to 22 Nov 2015
N · the material composition of the gas system high pressure regulator is out of specification
3 Apr 2020 · R/2020/106
The material composition of the gas system high pressure regulator has been found to be outside of specification.
Fix: Check the component serial number and renew the high pressure regulator if it is in the defined batch of defective components.
6 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2015 to 8 Jul 2016
LPGRS · malfunction in the heat exchanger for the lng fuel tank heating
3 Apr 2020 · R/2020/105
Malfunctions in the heat exchanger for the LNG fuel tank heating may result in very cold liquefied gas reaching components that are not designed to withstand such low temperatures.
Fix: Carry out a software update to Engine and Gas Management systems creating control measures and a warning light in the event of a fault occurring.
7 vehicles · built 22 May 2018 to 1 Nov 2018
N · incorrect heat shrink tubing on the battery positive cable terminal/harness
3 Apr 2020 · R/2020/107
Incorrect heat shrink tubing on the battery positive cable terminal/harness connected to the fuse board.
Fix: Check and rectify the heat shrink tubing on the cable terminal/harness if necessary.
344 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2019 to 31 Dec 2020
FK · incorrect heat shrink tubing on the battery positive cable terminal/harness
3 Apr 2020 · R/2020/107
Incorrect heat shrink tubing on the battery positive cable terminal/harness connected to the fuse board.
Fix: Check and rectify the heat shrink tubing on the cable terminal/harness if necessary.
344 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2019 to 31 Dec 2020
K · the material composition of the gas system high pressure regulator is out of specification
3 Apr 2020 · R/2020/106
The material composition of the gas system high pressure regulator has been found to be outside of specification.
Fix: Check the component serial number and renew the high pressure regulator if it is in the defined batch of defective components.
6 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2015 to 8 Jul 2016
LPGRS · if the hand control is released when activating parking brake the brake system may release the parking brake inadvertently
18 Sep 2019 · R/2019/317
Possible unintentional deactivation of the parking brake and vehicle roll away.
Fix: A software update on the control unit EPB1 is to be carried out
2,876 vehicles · built 8 Mar 2017 to 30 Sep 2019
KEB CAETANO LEVANTE III · loose bolts in front chassis
22 Jul 2019 · R/2019/235
Bolts in the front chassis module may become loose.
Fix: Replace missing bolts and tighten all of the bolts to manufacturers recommended torque setting.
114 vehicles · built 14 Feb 2017 to 22 Jul 2019
IRIZAR 16 · front wheel chair lift control wire incorrectly fused.
24 Aug 2018 · R/2018/227
The front wheelchair lift control wire has been fused incorrectly leading to the possibility of an electrical short circuit and subsequently an electrical fire.
Fix: The remedy involves inspecting the electrical circuit and protecting the wire with a lower rated fuse.
43 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2011 to 15 Feb 2017
TRUCKS WITH AS903 TAG AXLE · hub nut may not be tightened to correct torque
3 Jan 2018 · R/2018/001
This affects vehicles with the AS903 Tag Axle fitted. The wheel hub retaining nut may not be correctly tightened. The nut may come loose which will allow the hub to float and in the worst case detach. Movement of the hub should in the first instance cause the ABS warning lamp to illuminate.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the nut along with a locking washer and tighten to the recommended torque.
20 vehicles · built 22 Nov 2016 to 8 Sep 2017
R SERIES · wheel may fracture
6 Dec 2017 · R/2017/330
Due to a deviation in the production process the wheel may crack and possibly fracture between the ventilation holes of the rim.
Fix: On affected vehciles replace wheels.
8 vehicles
G SERIES · wheel may fracture
6 Dec 2017 · R/2017/330
Due to a deviation in the production process the wheel may crack and possibly fracture between the ventilation holes of the rim.
Fix: On affected vehciles replace wheels.
8 vehicles
P SERIES · wheel may fracture
6 Dec 2017 · R/2017/330
Due to a deviation in the production process the wheel may crack and possibly fracture between the ventilation holes of the rim.
Fix: On affected vehciles replace wheels.
8 vehicles
S SERIES · wheel may fracture
6 Dec 2017 · R/2017/330
Due to a deviation in the production process the wheel may crack and possibly fracture between the ventilation holes of the rim.
Fix: On affected vehciles replace wheels.
8 vehicles
G SERIES · deviation in engine control unit software
17 Nov 2017 · R/2017/308
The engine control unit may not have the correct software. This may affect power and emissions outputs.
Fix: On affected vehicles update the control unit with the correct software.
214 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2017 to 22 Oct 2017
P SERIES · deviation in engine control unit software
17 Nov 2017 · R/2017/308
The engine control unit may not have the correct software. This may affect power and emissions outputs.
Fix: On affected vehicles update the control unit with the correct software.
214 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2017 to 22 Oct 2017
R SERIES · deviation in engine control unit software
17 Nov 2017 · R/2017/308
The engine control unit may not have the correct software. This may affect power and emissions outputs.
Fix: On affected vehicles update the control unit with the correct software.
214 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2017 to 22 Oct 2017
S SERIES · deviation in engine control unit software
17 Nov 2017 · R/2017/308
The engine control unit may not have the correct software. This may affect power and emissions outputs.
Fix: On affected vehicles update the control unit with the correct software.
214 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2017 to 22 Oct 2017
R SERIES · steering column may not have been secured
5 Jun 2017 · R/2017/175
Securing nuts at one of the upper steering column attachments may be issing or loose. Also the universal joint cross screw joint in the upper steering column must be checked
Fix: Check nuts are fitted and tightened to the correct tightening torque. Also check the vertical steering column is fitted correctly in the upper steering column universal joint cross rectifying where necessary.
443 vehicles · built 15 Nov 2016 to 15 Apr 2017
P SERIES · steering column may not have been secured
5 Jun 2017 · R/2017/175
Securing nuts at one of the upper steering column attachments may be issing or loose. Also the universal joint cross screw joint in the upper steering column must be checked
Fix: Check nuts are fitted and tightened to the correct tightening torque. Also check the vertical steering column is fitted correctly in the upper steering column universal joint cross rectifying where necessary.
443 vehicles · built 15 Nov 2016 to 15 Apr 2017
S SERIES · steering column may not have been secured
5 Jun 2017 · R/2017/175
Securing nuts at one of the upper steering column attachments may be issing or loose. Also the universal joint cross screw joint in the upper steering column must be checked
Fix: Check nuts are fitted and tightened to the correct tightening torque. Also check the vertical steering column is fitted correctly in the upper steering column universal joint cross rectifying where necessary.
443 vehicles · built 15 Nov 2016 to 15 Apr 2017
G CLASS · steering column may not have been secured
5 Jun 2017 · R/2017/175
Securing nuts at one of the upper steering column attachments may be issing or loose. Also the universal joint cross screw joint in the upper steering column must be checked
Fix: Check nuts are fitted and tightened to the correct tightening torque. Also check the vertical steering column is fitted correctly in the upper steering column universal joint cross rectifying where necessary.
443 vehicles · built 15 Nov 2016 to 15 Apr 2017
N · loss of steering control
13 Jun 2016 · R/2016/128
The drag link may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. There may be clearance between the draglink nut and the draglink arm which could potentially result in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for clearance between the nut and the draglink arm. If there is a gap the draglink arm must be renewed.
472 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2016 to 1 Mar 2016
G CLASS · loss of steering control
13 Jun 2016 · R/2016/128
The drag link may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. There may be clearance between the draglink nut and the draglink arm which could potentially result in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for clearance between the nut and the draglink arm. If there is a gap the draglink arm must be renewed.
472 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2016 to 1 Mar 2016
R SERIES · loss of steering control
13 Jun 2016 · R/2016/128
The drag link may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. There may be clearance between the draglink nut and the draglink arm which could potentially result in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for clearance between the nut and the draglink arm. If there is a gap the draglink arm must be renewed.
472 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2016 to 1 Mar 2016
P SERIES · loss of steering control
13 Jun 2016 · R/2016/128
The drag link may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. There may be clearance between the draglink nut and the draglink arm which could potentially result in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for clearance between the nut and the draglink arm. If there is a gap the draglink arm must be renewed.
472 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2016 to 1 Mar 2016
G SERIES · driver's seat backrest may detach from seat base
21 Mar 2016 · R/2016/049
Due to a deviation in the manufacturing process the back rest on the driver's seat may have a lower durability than designed. This may cause it to come loose or detach.
Fix: On affected models with a Premium driver's seat replace the seat back rest.
12 vehicles · built 15 Jul 2015 to 15 Jul 2015
P SERIES · driver's seat backrest may detach from seat base
21 Mar 2016 · R/2016/049
Due to a deviation in the manufacturing process the back rest on the driver's seat may have a lower durability than designed. This may cause it to come loose or detach.
Fix: On affected models with a Premium driver's seat replace the seat back rest.
12 vehicles · built 15 Jul 2015 to 15 Jul 2015
R SERIES · driver's seat backrest may detach from seat base
21 Mar 2016 · R/2016/049
Due to a deviation in the manufacturing process the back rest on the driver's seat may have a lower durability than designed. This may cause it to come loose or detach.
Fix: On affected models with a Premium driver's seat replace the seat back rest.
12 vehicles · built 15 Jul 2015 to 15 Jul 2015
R SERIES · safety belt anchor point may fail
5 Jan 2016 · R/2015/262
On affected vehicles the bolts retaining wall mounted seat belts and grab handles may not conform to specifications. These bolts could become loose and affect the security of the seat belt and grab handle.
Fix: Renew the retaining bolts for the seat belts and grab handles.
294 vehicles · built 8 Aug 2015 to 22 Aug 2015
P SERIES · safety belt anchor point may fail
5 Jan 2016 · R/2015/262
On affected vehicles the bolts retaining wall mounted seat belts and grab handles may not conform to specifications. These bolts could become loose and affect the security of the seat belt and grab handle.
Fix: Renew the retaining bolts for the seat belts and grab handles.
294 vehicles · built 8 Aug 2015 to 22 Aug 2015
G CLASS · safety belt anchor point may fail
5 Jan 2016 · R/2015/262
On affected vehicles the bolts retaining wall mounted seat belts and grab handles may not conform to specifications. These bolts could become loose and affect the security of the seat belt and grab handle.
Fix: Renew the retaining bolts for the seat belts and grab handles.
294 vehicles · built 8 Aug 2015 to 22 Aug 2015
PUBLIC, SPECIAL SEGMENT TRUCKS · brakes may fail
6 Nov 2015 · R/2015/216
A deviation has been detected in the joint between the two halves of the spring brake chambers in the parking circuit. This may cause the two halves to separate and inadvertently apply the parking brake.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the spring chambers
46 vehicles · built 15 Oct 2014 to 20 Apr 2015
K · involuntary brake application may occur
23 Oct 2015 · R/2015/203
A deviation has been detected in the joint between the two halves of the spring brake chambers in the parking circuit. This may cause the two halves to separate and inadvertently apply the parking brake.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the spring chambers
21 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2015 to 15 Feb 2015
G CLASS · loss of steering control
18 Sep 2015 · R/2015/182
The steering column to steering gear UJ clamp bolt may not have been tightened to design specification.
Fix: On affected vehicle check joints for damage and replace where necessary. Check tightness of the retaining bolt. Replace lock nut.
41 vehicles · built 15 Aug 2015 to 15 Aug 2015
R SERIES · loss of steering control
18 Sep 2015 · R/2015/182
The steering column to steering gear UJ clamp bolt may not have been tightened to design specification.
Fix: On affected vehicle check joints for damage and replace where necessary. Check tightness of the retaining bolt. Replace lock nut.
41 vehicles · built 15 Aug 2015 to 15 Aug 2015
VARIOUS · brakes may activate without warning
6 May 2015 · R/2015/089
It has been identified that the software on vehicles equipped with Advanced Emergency Braking (AEB) system has an error in its programming. This could cause the AEB system to incorrectly registered a collision risk with a stationary object and brake the vehicle to avoid a collision. This could result in the drive loosing control or an emergency braking situation without the drivers knowledge.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and upload new software to the AEB system.
139 vehicles · built 22 Mar 2014 to 15 Apr 2015
R SERIES · potential of smoke and non start
28 Jan 2015 · R/2015/012
The wiring connectors in the main junction box located in the engine compartment may not have been torqued correctly. This could lead to loose connections initially causing smoke being emitted and if ignored the vehicle not starting.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check whether the torque for the electrical connections are to specification. Where necessary adjust the torque to specification.
89 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2014 to 30 Nov 2014
P SERIES · potential of smoke and non start
28 Jan 2015 · R/2015/012
The wiring connectors in the main junction box located in the engine compartment may not have been torqued correctly. This could lead to loose connections initially causing smoke being emitted and if ignored the vehicle not starting.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check whether the torque for the electrical connections are to specification. Where necessary adjust the torque to specification.
89 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2014 to 30 Nov 2014
G SERIES · potential of smoke and non start
28 Jan 2015 · R/2015/012
The wiring connectors in the main junction box located in the engine compartment may not have been torqued correctly. This could lead to loose connections initially causing smoke being emitted and if ignored the vehicle not starting.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check whether the torque for the electrical connections are to specification. Where necessary adjust the torque to specification.
89 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2014 to 30 Nov 2014
VARIOUS · tyre tread may separate
28 Nov 2014 · RTW/2014/003
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.
259 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2012 to 24 Nov 2014
P SERIES · braking performance may be lost
20 Sep 2013 · R/2013/105
It is possible that some brake hoses within the brake system may have been manufactured without the crimping of the clamping sleeve. This could result in the detachment of a hose from its connection. If this occurred then it could result in the braking efficiency being lost from a wheel station or the application of the parking brake. In extreme cases this could affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicle to check and if required replace the brake hoses with a quality assured hose.
303 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2013 to 15 Aug 2013
G SERIES · braking performance may be lost
20 Sep 2013 · R/2013/105
It is possible that some brake hoses within the brake system may have been manufactured without the crimping of the clamping sleeve. This could result in the detachment of a hose from its connection. If this occurred then it could result in the braking efficiency being lost from a wheel station or the application of the parking brake. In extreme cases this could affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicle to check and if required replace the brake hoses with a quality assured hose.
303 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2013 to 15 Aug 2013
R SERIES · braking performance may be lost
20 Sep 2013 · R/2013/105
It is possible that some brake hoses within the brake system may have been manufactured without the crimping of the clamping sleeve. This could result in the detachment of a hose from its connection. If this occurred then it could result in the braking efficiency being lost from a wheel station or the application of the parking brake. In extreme cases this could affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicle to check and if required replace the brake hoses with a quality assured hose.
303 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2013 to 15 Aug 2013
P SERIES · directional stability & control may be affected
18 Mar 2013 · R/2013/036
It has been identified that the torque of the anti-roll bar may not be to specification. This could result in the securing screws/bolts failing allowing anti-roll bar to become insecure and affect the stability or directional control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check and if require re-torque the mounting screws/bolts.
29 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2012 to 15 Feb 2013
G SERIES · directional stability & control may be affected
18 Mar 2013 · R/2013/036
It has been identified that the torque of the anti-roll bar may not be to specification. This could result in the securing screws/bolts failing allowing anti-roll bar to become insecure and affect the stability or directional control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check and if require re-torque the mounting screws/bolts.
29 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2012 to 15 Feb 2013
R SERIES · directional stability & control may be affected
18 Mar 2013 · R/2013/036
It has been identified that the torque of the anti-roll bar may not be to specification. This could result in the securing screws/bolts failing allowing anti-roll bar to become insecure and affect the stability or directional control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check and if require re-torque the mounting screws/bolts.
29 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2012 to 15 Feb 2013
VARIOUS · brake pedal foot plate may detach
29 Jul 2010 · R/2010/100
The brake and clutch pedal foot plates may detach due to deficient quality of welding that holds them to the brake pedal lever. This could cause the foot to fall off either control and cause an incident.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the welding brake foot plate to brake lever and where necessary fit new brake and/or clutch pedal assemblies.
1,099 vehicles
VARIOUS · fifth wheel and rear suspension mountings could be compromised
29 Jul 2010 · R/2010/097
There have been instances where the M20 screws securing the spring brackets for the driven and tag axles and fifth wheel brackets have not been tightened to the correct torque. This condition if not attended to could lead to the loss of the trailer or loss of directional control.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary tighten the M20 and M14 bolts to the correct torque.
200 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2008 to 8 Mar 2010
VARIOUS · fifth wheel mounting plate may detach
26 Jul 2010 · R/2010/098
The fifth wheel mounting plate may become loose or in the worst case fall off as a result of the mounting bolts being inadequate.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fifth wheel mounting plate screws with longer higher strength screws spacing sleeves and lock nuts.
227 vehicles · built 22 Feb 2009 to 8 Jun 2010
OMNI LINK · short circuit may occur
15 Jul 2010 · R/2010/096
It has been established that the fuse holder mounting screws have been fitted to close to the power supply terminal for the front air conditioning. This could result in a short circuit and in extreme cases a fire.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the mounting bolts with smaller headed bolts.
11 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2009 to 31 Mar 2010
R SERIES · cylinder side skirt may become detached
6 Jul 2010 · R/2010/085
The screws used to secure the side skirt at the cylindrical silencer can lose torque which could result in the side skirt becoming detached from the vehicle.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fixings and tighten to a torque of 47Nm.
7 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2009 to 30 Apr 2010
N · brake pedal may become loose
7 Jul 2009 · R/2009/062
It has been identified that the brake pedal mounting shaft may not be fully engaged in it's retaining nut. Should this be the case the brake pedal may become loose.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject nut replaced.
1,242 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2005 to 1 Feb 2009
F · brake pedal may become loose
7 Jul 2009 · R/2009/062
It has been identified that the brake pedal mounting shaft may not be fully engaged in it's retaining nut. Should this be the case the brake pedal may become loose.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject nut replaced.
1,242 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2005 to 1 Feb 2009
K · brake pedal may become loose
7 Jul 2009 · R/2009/062
It has been identified that the brake pedal mounting shaft may not be fully engaged in it's retaining nut. Should this be the case the brake pedal may become loose.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject nut replaced.
1,242 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2005 to 1 Feb 2009
CENTURY · passenger saloon overhead heater pipes may leak
2 Jun 2009 · R/2009/053
It has been identified that the saloon interior roof mounted heater hoses may degrade and leak.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject heater hoses replaced with quality assured items.
159 vehicles · built 14 Oct 2003 to 1 Jan 2008
INTERCENTURY · passenger saloon overhead heater pipes may leak
2 Jun 2009 · R/2009/053
It has been identified that the saloon interior roof mounted heater hoses may degrade and leak.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject heater hoses replaced with quality assured items.
159 vehicles · built 14 Oct 2003 to 1 Jan 2008
K · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2009/005
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
53 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
P SERIES · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2008/198
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
12,772 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
G SERIES · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2008/198
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
12,772 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
K · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2009/007
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rods likewise the drag link end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end and drag link clamps checked and changed as necessary.
460 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
T SERIES · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2008/198
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
12,772 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
N · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2009/008
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
1,020 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
K · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2009/008
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
1,020 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
R SERIES · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2008/198
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
12,772 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
F · possible loss of steering control
16 Feb 2009 · R/2009/005
It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.
53 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2005 to 1 Jun 2008
K · steering track rod end clamp bolts may not be fully tight
10 Dec 2008 · R/2008/186
It has been identified that during manufacture the nuts on the clamp joint on the steering track rod may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This could result in the clamping force being lost.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the clamp bolt nuts checked to ensure compliance with the specification.
139 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2008 to 8 Oct 2008
N · steering track rod end clamp bolts may not be fully tight
10 Dec 2008 · R/2008/186
It has been identified that during manufacture the nuts on the clamp joint on the steering track rod may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This could result in the clamping force being lost.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the clamp bolt nuts checked to ensure compliance with the specification.
139 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2008 to 8 Oct 2008
R SERIES · axle may become insecure
10 Dec 2008 · R/2008/185
It has been identified that during production the U bolt nuts on all axles may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the U bolt nuts checked for correct torque. The U bolts will be changed if any of the nuts are found to be loose.
7 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2007 to 15 Apr 2008
P SERIES · axle may become insecure
10 Dec 2008 · R/2008/185
It has been identified that during production the U bolt nuts on all axles may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the U bolt nuts checked for correct torque. The U bolts will be changed if any of the nuts are found to be loose.
7 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2007 to 15 Apr 2008
G SERIES · axle may become insecure
10 Dec 2008 · R/2008/185
It has been identified that during production the U bolt nuts on all axles may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the U bolt nuts checked for correct torque. The U bolts will be changed if any of the nuts are found to be loose.
7 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2007 to 15 Apr 2008
K · battery cables could short circuit and cause a fire.
21 Oct 2008 · R/2008/144
It has been identified that the electrical cables adjacent to the battery have not been properly secured in their respective fuse holders. This may result in the cables working loose with the attendant risk of a short circuit and a fire.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the cables checked for security within their fuse holders and be replaced if this is not the case.
11 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2007 to 22 Dec 2007
N · battery cables could short circuit and cause a fire.
21 Oct 2008 · R/2008/144
It has been identified that the electrical cables adjacent to the battery have not been properly secured in their respective fuse holders. This may result in the cables working loose with the attendant risk of a short circuit and a fire.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the cables checked for security within their fuse holders and be replaced if this is not the case.
11 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2007 to 22 Dec 2007
OMNI LINK · battery cables could short circuit and cause a fire.
21 Oct 2008 · R/2008/144
It has been identified that the electrical cables adjacent to the battery have not been properly secured in their respective fuse holders. This may result in the cables working loose with the attendant risk of a short circuit and a fire.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the cables checked for security within their fuse holders and be replaced if this is not the case.
11 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2007 to 22 Dec 2007
OMNI CITY · battery cables could short circuit and cause a fire.
21 Oct 2008 · R/2008/144
It has been identified that the electrical cables adjacent to the battery have not been properly secured in their respective fuse holders. This may result in the cables working loose with the attendant risk of a short circuit and a fire.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the cables checked for security within their fuse holders and be replaced if this is not the case.
11 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2007 to 22 Dec 2007
K · earthing / grounding cable connection may be ineffective.
25 Jul 2008 · R/2008/114
It has been identified that poor grounding between the engine gearbox and chassis frame has been caused by the hole for the grounding screw being too large. As a result the engine is being grounded via the steel braiding of the hydraulic hose to the gearbox oil cooler.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have an additional ground connection fitted.
149 vehicles · built 8 Feb 2008 to 1 Mar 2008
K · steering droparm lock nut may work loose
8 Jul 2008 · R/2008/102
It has been identified that the possibility exists that the steering intermediate drop arm bearing circlip may be missing. Should this be the case the drop arm lock nut may become loose.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the presence of the circlip checked. If the circlip is found to be missing the bearing housing will be replaced.
18 vehicles · built 1 May 2007 to 30 Jun 2007
G SERIES · ebs may fail
8 Jul 2008 · R/2008/101
There have been instances where the Electronic Brake System Module has stopped working leaving only the normal braking system.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the Electronic Brake System Module with a quality assured unit.
55 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2007 to 30 Jun 2008
R SERIES · ebs may fail
8 Jul 2008 · R/2008/101
There have been instances where the Electronic Brake System Module has stopped working leaving only the normal braking system.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the Electronic Brake System Module with a quality assured unit.
55 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2007 to 30 Jun 2008
P SERIES · ebs may fail
8 Jul 2008 · R/2008/101
There have been instances where the Electronic Brake System Module has stopped working leaving only the normal braking system.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the Electronic Brake System Module with a quality assured unit.
55 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2007 to 30 Jun 2008
N · alternator bracket bolts may loosen
9 Aug 2007 · R/2007/136
It has been identified that the bracket which carries the alternator has been constructed incorrectly. Due to this the securing bolts may become loose.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a modified alternator bracket.
101 vehicles
K · alternator bracket bolts may loosen
9 Aug 2007 · R/2007/136
It has been identified that the bracket which carries the alternator has been constructed incorrectly. Due to this the securing bolts may become loose.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a modified alternator bracket.
101 vehicles
P SERIES · steering joint bolt may fail
9 Aug 2007 · R/2007/139
The nut and bolt that clamp the track rod end to the track rod may be defective resulting in the clamping force applied being insufficient.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and bolts for the track rod end clamp.
3,358 vehicles
R SERIES · steering joint bolt may fail
9 Aug 2007 · R/2007/139
The nut and bolt that clamp the track rod end to the track rod may be defective resulting in the clamping force applied being insufficient.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and bolts for the track rod end clamp.
3,358 vehicles
N · steering joint bolt may fail
24 Jul 2007 · R/2007/138
The nut and bolt that clamp the track rod end to the track rod may be defective resulting in the clamping force applied being insufficient.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and bolts for the track rod end clamp.
327 vehicles
K340 · fuel may leak
24 Jul 2007 · R/2007/132
It has been identified that when the fuel tank is filled to it's maximum capacity fuel may leak from the filler neck aperture.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a fuel cap which incorporates an anti-splash valve.
24 vehicles · built 7 Dec 2005 to 15 Sep 2006
K380 · fuel may leak
24 Jul 2007 · R/2007/132
It has been identified that when the fuel tank is filled to it's maximum capacity fuel may leak from the filler neck aperture.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a fuel cap which incorporates an anti-splash valve.
24 vehicles · built 7 Dec 2005 to 15 Sep 2006
K · tachograph speed sensor not sealed correctly
23 Jul 2007 · R/2007/137
It has been identified that the speed sensor on the gearbox is not correctly sealed.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the sensor sealed correctly and the tachograph re-calibrated.
7 vehicles
N · tachograph speed sensor not sealed correctly
23 Jul 2007 · R/2007/137
It has been identified that the speed sensor on the gearbox is not correctly sealed.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the sensor sealed correctly and the tachograph re-calibrated.
7 vehicles
N · electric cable may overheat
10 Jul 2007 · R/2007/107
It has been identified that the B+ electrical cable has been routed so that it is in contact with the compressor pipe. This can result in the cable becoming hot with the likelihood of damage occurring to the insulation.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the cable routed and secured to prevent it contacting the compressor pipe.
23 vehicles · built 1 May 2006 to 31 Oct 2006
N · battery positive cable may be damaged
10 Jul 2007 · R/2007/135
It has been identified that the battery positive cable could come into contact with the compressor outlet pipe and suffer damage as a consequence.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject cable secured with a cable tie.
23 vehicles · built 1 May 2006 to 31 Oct 2006
VARIOUS · fire may occur
5 May 2007 · R/2007/081
The mounting rail which connects the 24v supply between chassis and cab may be incorrectly torqued and heat may build up
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the torque checked on the nuts which secure the connection rail.
1,293 vehicles
R SERIES · close proximity mirror may fail
5 Apr 2007 · R/2007/067
Due to a fault within the raw material the close proximity mirror may fail due to vibration.
Fix: The close proximity mirrors will be replaced on subject vehicles.
592 vehicles
VARIOUS · track rod ball joint clamp bolt may not be to the correct torque
17 Jan 2007 · R/2007/016
It has been identified that the torque setting of the track rod ball joint clamp bolts may be insufficient.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the clamp bolts checked and re-torqued as necessary.
113 vehicles
K · steering column may become loose
23 Nov 2006 · R/2006/208
The bolt securing the steering shaft to the upper steering column may become loose
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and check that the securing bolt is firmly located and correctly torqued. If found loose fit new bolt and tighten to the correct torque.
96 vehicles
N · steering column may become loose
23 Nov 2006 · R/2006/208
The bolt securing the steering shaft to the upper steering column may become loose
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and check that the securing bolt is firmly located and correctly torqued. If found loose fit new bolt and tighten to the correct torque.
96 vehicles
K114 · risk of fire
25 Jul 2006 · R/2006/198
An isolated case of a fire appears to have originated in the wiring harness adjacent to the fuel tank.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles check and secure wiring replacing any damaged cables.
19 vehicles
L94 · possibility of fire
22 May 2006 · R/2006/099
The grommets for the alternator protection fall out and the wires chafe against the alternator body. In the worst case fire could ensue.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where 140A alternators are fitted replace the protective casing grommets and plugs.
201 vehicles
K94 · possibility of fire
22 May 2006 · R/2006/099
The grommets for the alternator protection fall out and the wires chafe against the alternator body. In the worst case fire could ensue.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where 140A alternators are fitted replace the protective casing grommets and plugs.
201 vehicles
K114 · possibility of fire
22 May 2006 · R/2006/099
The grommets for the alternator protection fall out and the wires chafe against the alternator body. In the worst case fire could ensue.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where 140A alternators are fitted replace the protective casing grommets and plugs.
201 vehicles
K124 · possibility of fire
22 May 2006 · R/2006/099
The grommets for the alternator protection fall out and the wires chafe against the alternator body. In the worst case fire could ensue.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where 140A alternators are fitted replace the protective casing grommets and plugs.
201 vehicles
R SERIES · possibility of a fuel leak
11 May 2006 · R/2006/060
It has been identified that fuel pipes may chafe against the induction and charge air pipe.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject fuel pipe replaced and prevented from chafing against the induction and air charge pipes.
1 vehicles
P SERIES · cab kitchenette fuses have been marked incorrectly
13 Jul 2005 · R/2005/113
The fuses for the kitchenette are incorrectly labelled which could lead to wrong size fuse being fitted.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an amended sticker over the existing incorrect sticker.
376 vehicles
R SERIES · cab kitchenette fuses have been marked incorrectly
13 Jul 2005 · R/2005/113
The fuses for the kitchenette are incorrectly labelled which could lead to wrong size fuse being fitted.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an amended sticker over the existing incorrect sticker.
376 vehicles
T SERIES · cab kitchenette fuses have been marked incorrectly
13 Jul 2005 · R/2005/113
The fuses for the kitchenette are incorrectly labelled which could lead to wrong size fuse being fitted.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an amended sticker over the existing incorrect sticker.
376 vehicles
VARIOUS · hub covers may work loose
30 Jun 2005 · R/2005/099
There is a possibility that the hub covers on front and tag axles could work loose.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new hub covers.
239 vehicles
VARIOUS · steering draglink arm may contact fifth wheel mounting bracket
30 Jun 2005 · R/2005/098
The steering draglink may come into contact with the fifth wheel mounting bracket.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have one corner of the mounting bracket removed.
60 vehicles
R SERIES · cab connection rail may need to be retorqued or replaced.
27 May 2005 · R/2005/074
The mounting rail which connects the 24 volt positive supply between the chassis and the cab may be under torqued.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and re-torque the mounting rail. If found to be necessary the connection panel will also be replaced.
1,293 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2004 to 27 May 2005
P SERIES · cab connection rail may need to be retorqued or replaced.
27 May 2005 · R/2005/074
The mounting rail which connects the 24 volt positive supply between the chassis and the cab may be under torqued.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and re-torque the mounting rail. If found to be necessary the connection panel will also be replaced.
1,293 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2004 to 27 May 2005
VARIOUS · wheel bearings may seize
12 Apr 2005 · R/2005/052
The seals of the inner rear wheel bearings may be defective and could fail causing loss of lubricant and overheating of the bearing causing it to seize.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the inner rear wheel bearings and seals changed as a precautionary measure.
466 vehicles
4 SERIES · cracking of power steering hydraulic cylinder mounting bracket
1 Dec 2004 · R/2004/209
The bracket which mounts the steering hydraulic ram to the chassis is a casting manufactured from an incorrect material. The bracket is too brittle and therefore proven to developing cracks which can give rise to steering difficulties.
Fix: Brackets on recalled vehicles will be checked for the serial number 3431/31 which indicates that the bracket has been made from the wrong material. If this is the case the bracket will be changed.
137 vehicles
R SERIES · possible overloading of front axle
26 Oct 2004 · R/2004/191
The operation of the Optimal traction axle weight distribution device may under certain circumstances cause the front axle to be overloaded.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the relevant control system re-programmed with the latest setting.
219 vehicles
R SERIES · possibility that the steering wheel position may loosen
16 Oct 2004 · R/2004/183
It is possible that the gear segment that holds the steering wheel in its set position can break. This will result in the steering wheel position suddenly working loose. Directional control is still possible however the unexpected nature of the concern raises a potential risk.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the upper lower gears and associated screws with quality assured items.
114 vehicles
VARIOUS · wheel bearings may fail
21 Jul 2004 · R/2004/126
Due to defective inner hub seals the wheel bearings may fail
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace wheel bearings and spacing rings.
68 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2001 to 1 Jul 2002
4 SERIES · possibility that rubbish might enter the air intake and reduce capacity
25 May 2004 · R/2004/091
The possibility exists that debris might enter the engine air intake thus reducing it's capacity
Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a protective mesh to the air intake.
243 vehicles
VARIOUS · parking brake may operate inadvertently
14 Mar 2004 · R/2004/060
The plastic pipe where the union on the relay valve for the parking brake is located can loosen and lead to involuntary application of the brakes
Fix: Recall affected vehicles inspect the relevant plastic pipes and replace the insert connection if faulty
36 vehicles
VARIOUS · dirt accumulation on the rear axles may affect hub seals
12 Jan 2004 · R/2004/059
Accumulation of road dirt in the vicinity of the hub seal
Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a protective plate to protect from major dirt accumulation.
4,598 vehicles
VARIOUS · possibility of failure of the wheel bearing
15 Sep 2003 · R/2004/054
Premature failure of rear wheel bearings caused by dirt and water penetration due to a defective inner seal
Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the bearings and seals of both rear hubs.
285 vehicles
4 SERIES · possible unscheduled application of parking brake
14 Mar 2002 · R/2002/042
The steel ball in ports 1 and 2 of the air brake system interlock valve may come loose and cause the parking brake to self apply.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a modified interlock valve.
21 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 31 Dec 2001
4 SERIES · spring brake cylinder may leak and cause the parking brake to apply
28 Feb 2001 · R/2001/033
Air may leak from the parking brake chamber due to a faulty seal causing the parking brake to apply.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace brake chambers if bearing Code Number 99424 or 99425.
165 vehicles
4 SERIES · fuel tank pipe union may detach
18 Oct 2000 · R/2000/123
Instances have occurred where the fuel pipe bayonet connection in the nearside tank on vehicles fitted with twin tanks has dislodged causing a discharge of fuel onto the road.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a modified fuel pipe connector.
4,126 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1996 to 31 Dec 1999
4 SERIES · spare wheel carrier may become detached
1 Apr 2000 · R/2000/067
The spare wheel carrier fixing bolts may become loose which may result in the spare wheel carrier becoming detached.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and retorque and/or replace fixing bolts.
37 vehicles
4 SERIES · possible leakage of refrigerant from air conditioning system
20 Oct 1998 · R/1998/064
Refrigerant may leak from air conditioning system into the atmosphere due to a poor fitting pipe clip.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and examine the security of the air conditioning unit pipes fixings. Rectify where found necessary.
349 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1997
4 SERIES · potential failure of steering column shaft connection
10 Oct 1998 · R/1998/100
The clamping bolt connecting the upper steering column to the lower steering column might not have the correct clamping force due to the incorrect machining of the shaft clearance hole. In extreme circumstances this could result in disconnection of the shaft and loss of steering control.
Fix: Recall the potentially affected vehicles and replace any defective shafts with quality assured units.
71 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998
4 SERIES · possible malfunction of brake system protection valve
10 Oct 1998 · R/1998/099
4-Way Circuit Protection Valves have not been cleaned thoroughly during manufacturer. Affected vehicles could suffer a malfunction of the valve if there is a loss of air pressure in any of its circuits.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace the circuit protection valve with a quality assured unit.
550 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998
4 SERIES · possible deflation of tyres
1 Aug 1998 · R/1998/063
Incorrect manufacture of threads on the Schrader valve fitted to Michelin disc brake rims causing possible deflation of the tyres.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement valves.
101 vehicles · built 1 Jun 1998 to 30 Jul 1998
4 SERIES · possible detachment of fifth wheel coupling
29 Jul 1998 · R/1998/062
Fifth wheel trailer coupling may detach from slider mechanism and result in the separation of the trailer from the towing vehicle.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit an additional cross member at the rear of the fifth wheel.
230 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1998
4 SERIES · possible defect in seat belt retractor
20 Jul 1998 · R/1998/061
Possible defect in seat belt retractor mechanism may result in the wearer not being restrained in an accident.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles examine all seat belts for being within the affected range fit quality assured replacements where necessary.
1,896 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1997 to 31 Dec 1997
4 SERIES · burning of trailer brake hoses
20 Aug 1997 · R/1997/057
Exhaust air from the cab heater may cause burning of the trailer brake hoses.
Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a plate to the cab rear wall which will protect the brake hoses from the heater exhaust air.
1,622 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1996 to 31 Dec 1997
3 SERIES · seat cushions may burn
29 May 1997 · R/1997/043
An element fault on heated cab seats has led to burning of the seat cushions on some vehicles.
Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a modified heating element to the cab seats.
2,911 vehicles
4 SERIES · possible detachment of air deflector
29 May 1997 · R/1997/045
Cracked end pieces for the roof rail may allow the roof mounted air deflector to come adrift.
Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the roof rail inspected for signs of cracking. Where no cracks are present the fixing will be reinforced by the fitment of extra washers. Where roof rails are found to be cracked they will be replaced and s
152 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1996 to 31 Dec 1996
4 SERIES · torque of draglink clamp
14 May 1997 · R/1997/044
A draglink clamp bolt may not have been tightened to the full torque requirement at assembly.
Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the clamp torque checked and tightened where required.
283 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1996 to 31 Dec 1996
143 · insufficient warning regarding tilt cab safety
1 Apr 1995 · R/1995/046
On a small number of vehicles the cab tilt warning label is not displayed on the tilt ram. This label advises workshop staff not to remove the ram on a tilted cab without first ensuring that the cab is adequately supported to prevent it falling back
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and attach the appropriate warning label to the cab tilt ram.
33 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 31 Dec 1995
113 · insufficient warning regarding tilt cab safety
1 Apr 1995 · R/1995/046
On a small number of vehicles the cab tilt warning label is not displayed on the tilt ram. This label advises workshop staff not to remove the ram on a tilted cab without first ensuring that the cab is adequately supported to prevent it falling back
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and attach the appropriate warning label to the cab tilt ram.
33 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 31 Dec 1995
AIR SUSPENSION EQUIPPED VEHICLES · rear u bolt security
17 Oct 1994 · R/1994/061
The rear axle U bolts on some vehicles have been secured with galvanised nuts resulting in incorrect tightening torque and in some cases fracture of the U bolts.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the galvanised nuts with phosphated examples.
1,600 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1993 to 30 Sep 1994
AIR SUSPENSION EQUIPPED VEHICLES · rear u bolt security
17 Oct 1994 · R/1994/060
The rear axle U bolts on some vehicles MAY have been secured with galvanised nuts as opposed to phosphated nuts. This has resulted in incorrect tightening torque and in some cases fracture of the U bolts.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and check the type of nut securing the rear axle U bolts. Where phosphated nuts are fitted - check torque setting and increase if necessary.
2,603 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1990 to 30 Sep 1994
143 · possible unintended acceleration
21 Jun 1994 · R/1994/036
Should a short circuit occur in the EDC (Electronic Diesel Control) wiring this could result in uncontrolled acceleration.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a fuse with an improved rating to the EDC system.
68 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1993 to 31 May 1994
113 · possible unintended acceleration
21 Jun 1994 · R/1994/036
Should a short circuit occur in the EDC (Electronic Diesel Control) wiring this could result in uncontrolled acceleration.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a fuse with an improved rating to the EDC system.
68 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1993 to 31 May 1994
4 SERIES · possible defective silencer seam
31 Jan 1992 · R/1992/008
It is possible that exhaust gas escaping from a defective silencer seam may melt an adjacent plastic brake pipe and cause inadvertent application of the spring brakes.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for reinforcement of the silencer seams or replacement with a silencer incorporating superior re-inforcing on both seams.
2,225 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1991 to 31 Dec 1992
3 SERIES · possible defective silencer seam
31 Jan 1992 · R/1992/008
It is possible that exhaust gas escaping from a defective silencer seam may melt an adjacent plastic brake pipe and cause inadvertent application of the spring brakes.
Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for reinforcement of the silencer seams or replacement with a silencer incorporating superior re-inforcing on both seams.
2,225 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1991 to 31 Dec 1992
Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Recall text is as published; only the manufacturer name is tidied.