Renault Trucks Master: Spare Wheel May Become Detached

Renault Trucks is recalling 107 Master vehicles because the spare wheel carrier winch system can leave the spare wheel loosely installed after use, potentially allowing it to detach during driving. The winch system will be replaced on affected vehicles. This recall applies to vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
RENAULT TRUCKS UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: RENAULT TRUCKS MASTER. Units affected: 107
Reason
The spare wheel carrier winch system may allow the spare wheel to be loosely installed after the customer has used the winch. In this condition the spare wheel might move during driving which may damage and eventually break the cable and guiding pin of the winch system. In this worst case the spare wheel would become detached from the vehicle. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the complete spare wheel winch system.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2011-07-01
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/92d501ba-b5f7-4161-9c98-2f977c8b0bf6