Scania Truck N: Loss Of Steering Control

Scania Truck Recall Summary Scania is recalling 1,888 trucks from its N, G, R, and P series models in the United Kingdom because the drag link (part of the steering system) may have been made incorrectly, creating a gap between the nut and draglink arm that could cause loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect affected vehicles for this gap and replace the draglink arm if needed.

Recalling firm

SCANIA TRUCK

Product

Vehicles: SCANIA TRUCK N, SCANIA TRUCK G CLASS, SCANIA TRUCK R SERIES, SCANIA TRUCK P SERIES. Units affected: 1,888

Reason

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. Remedy: 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.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2016-06-13

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/9088d385-5900-428d-b2dc-e6b881bddd41