Daimler Truck Atego 967: Rear Axles May Leak Oil
Recall Summary Daimler Truck is recalling 36 Atego 967 and Atego II vehicles because the rear axle casing may crack and leak oil due to faulty welding, potentially causing complete axle failure in severe cases. The fix involves replacing the affected axle casing. This recall applies to vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- DAIMLER TRUCK UK LIMITED
- Product
- Vehicles: DAIMLER TRUCK ATEGO 967, DAIMLER TRUCK ATEGO II. Units affected: 36
- Reason
- Due to incorrect welding an axle casing seam may crack and leak oil. In extreme case the axle casing may fail. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the axle casing.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-11-30
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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