Scania Truck recall: Steering column may not have been secured
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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
- What to do
- Contact a Scania Truck dealer to book the free repair. 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…
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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
The 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.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| R Series | 15 Nov 2016 | 15 Apr 2017 | 443 |
| P Series | 15 Nov 2016 | 15 Apr 2017 | 443 |
| S Series | 15 Nov 2016 | 15 Apr 2017 | 443 |
| G Class | 15 Nov 2016 | 15 Apr 2017 | 443 |
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 June 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.