Renault Trucks Kerax: Bench Belt May Not Perform As Intended

Recall Summary Renault Trucks is recalling 1,115 vehicles from its Kerax, Midlum, Premium Range, and D Range models because the passenger seat belt retractor lock ring may break under excessive force, causing the belt to extend too much. This defect increases the risk of injury to passengers during a crash. The fix involves replacing the passenger seat belt retractor and support.

Recalling firm
RENAULT TRUCKS UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: RENAULT TRUCKS KERAX, RENAULT TRUCKS MIDLUM, RENAULT TRUCKS PREMIUM RANGE, RENAULT TRUCKS D RANGE. Units affected: 1,115
Reason
Under excessive force to the belt the lock ring in the passenger seat belt retractor might break and the belt could become extendable. This will increase the risk of injury during a collision. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the passenger seat belt retractor and support.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2015-11-13
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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