Man Truck And Bus L2000: Propellor Shaft Security
Recall Summary MAN Truck and Bus L2000 vehicles (889 units) are being recalled because the gearbox output flange can loosen and separate from the mainshaft while driving, potentially causing the propeller shaft to detach from the vehicle. Affected vehicles will have the original flange replaced with a modified version that secures more reliably. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- MAN Truck and Bus Ltd
- Product
- Vehicles: MAN Truck and Bus L2000. Units affected: 889
- Reason
- The gearbox output flange can come off the gearbox mainshaft whilst the vehicle is in motion and allow the propellor shaft to detach from the vehicle. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the original flange with a modified version which allows full tightening of the flange retaining nut.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1994-10-31
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/06e2e572-6500-4697-be02-2a7d70c7b987