Scania Truck R Series, P Series, G Class recall: Safety belt anchor point may fail
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Scania Truck dealer to book the free repair. Renew the retaining bolts for the seat belts and grab handles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
Renew the retaining bolts for the seat belts and grab handles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| R Series | 8 Aug 2015 | 22 Aug 2015 | 294 |
| P Series | 8 Aug 2015 | 22 Aug 2015 | 294 |
| G Class | 8 Aug 2015 | 22 Aug 2015 | 294 |
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 5 January 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.