Man Truck And Bus X Type: Steering Function May Be Affected

Recalling firm
MAN Truck and Bus Ltd
Product
Vehicles: MAN Truck and Bus X type. Units affected: 3
Reason
It has been identified that there have been reported incidents of an internal defect within the steering boxes of subject military vehicles. In that when the steering is turned to the right suction can drain the oil tank on circuit 1 at the same time causing the oil tank on circuit 2 to overflow. This occurs vice versa on RHD vehicles. It is believed that if left un-rectified the ability to steer the vehicle in the intended direction may be affected. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the steering boxes reworked.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2008-09-22
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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