Scania R Series recalls

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 vehicle

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

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

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

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