MAN Truck and Bus recall: 8881TR TGL TGM TGS TGX . Inspect installation of universal joint of steering drive shaft
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the universal steering joint may not be fully located onto the steering shaft.
- What to do
- Contact a MAN Truck and Bus dealer to book the free repair. Affected vehicles will be checked. Damaged components will be replaced if necessary and the steering shaft correctly installed.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the universal steering joint may not be fully located onto the steering shaft.
The fix
Affected vehicles will be checked. Damaged components will be replaced if necessary and the steering shaft correctly installed.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGL | 11 Sep 2023 | 9 Jan 2025 | 132 |
| TGM | 11 Sep 2023 | 9 Jan 2025 | 161 |
| TGS | 11 Sep 2023 | 9 Jan 2025 | 148 |
| TGX | 11 Sep 2023 | 9 Jan 2025 | 332 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 16 July 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.