Seddon Atkinson 300 Series: Possible Insecure Steering Box
Recall Summary Seddon Atkinson is recalling approximately 1,558 vehicles from their 200 and 300 series because the bolts that attach the steering box to its mounting bracket may not have been tightened properly during manufacturing. If these bolts loosen over time, it could result in loss of steering control. The manufacturer will inspect the affected vehicles and retighten the bolts as needed.
- Recalling firm
- SEDDON ATKINSON
- Product
- Vehicles: SEDDON ATKINSON 300 SERIES, SEDDON ATKINSON 200 SERIES. Units affected: 1,558
- Reason
- The bolts securing the steering box to its mounting bracket may not have been sufficiently torqued at initial assembly. This could result in eventual loss of steering control. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and check the torque of the steering box mounting bolts re-setting where necessary.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1992-07-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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