Scania Bus N: Possible Loss Of Steering Control

Scania Bus Recall Summary Scania is recalling 2,040 buses (Scania Bus N and K models) sold in the United Kingdom because nuts on the steering track rod end clamps may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing. If the clamps are not tight enough, the track rod could detach during heavy steering, causing loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect the track rod end clamps and replace them if needed.

Recalling firm

SCANIA BUS

Product

Vehicles: SCANIA BUS N, SCANIA BUS K. Units affected: 2,040

Reason

It has been identified that during production the nuts on the track rod end clamps may not have been tightened to the correct torque resulting in insufficient clamping force on the joint. Under conditions of high steering load the track rod may detach resulting in loss of steering control. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the track rod end clamps checked and changed as necessary.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2009-02-16

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/45c67b18-8c0a-443f-a75e-82d7b6818f14