Scania Truck recall: Loss of steering control
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Scania Truck dealer to book the free repair. 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…
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The 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.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| N | 1 Jan 2016 | 1 Mar 2016 | 472 |
| G Class | 1 Jan 2016 | 1 Mar 2016 | 472 |
| R Series | 1 Jan 2016 | 1 Mar 2016 | 472 |
| P Series | 1 Jan 2016 | 1 Mar 2016 | 472 |
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 13 June 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.