Iveco Eurostar: Possible Inadvertent Application Of Parking Brake

IVECO is recalling 12,996 Eurostar, Eurotrekker, and Eurotech vehicles in the United Kingdom because a steel ball in the parking brake control valve may become displaced, potentially causing the parking brake to apply unexpectedly. Dealers will inspect which type of parking brake valve is installed and fit a securing clamp to prevent the ball from moving.

Recalling firm
IVECO
Product
Vehicles: IVECO EUROSTAR, IVECO EUROTREKKER, IVECO EUROTECH. Units affected: 12,996
Reason
A steel ball used to seal an aperture in the parking brake control valve may become displaced and could result in inadvertent application of the parking brake. Remedy: The affected vehicles are being recalled to be inspected for the make of parking brake valve fitted. A securing clamp will be fitted to all the affected units to prevent displacement of the ball.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1998-02-12
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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