Recall number R/2010/097

Recall reference

R/2010/097

Recall Type

Car

Recall Date

2010-07-29

Reason for concern

FIFTH WHEEL AND REAR SUSPENSION MOUNTINGS COULD BE COMPROMISED

Reason for recall

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.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary tighten the M20 and M14 bolts to the correct torque.

How to check if the vehicle is recalled

Contact the local SCANIA TRUCK dealership or manufacturer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.

How the manufacturer will repair

The Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked and corrected as necessary by and official SCANIA TRUCK service.

SCANIA TRUCK Reference ID

RC101203

Number of affected SCANIA TRUCK cars

200