Tga, Tgl, Tgm, Tgs, Tgx, Etgs, Etgx, Htgx, Lions Coach, Tourliner

Recall Summary MAN/Neoplan is recalling certain bus and lorry models (TGA, TGL, TGM, TGS, TGX, eTGS, eTGX, hTGX, Lions Coach, and Tourliner) distributed in Germany due to defective steering links and tie rods with ball joints that can fracture without warning. A fractured ball joint could cause sudden loss of steering control while driving, increasing the risk of accidents. These vehicles do not meet EU motor vehicle safety regulations.

Recalling firm
MAN/Neoplan, Man
Product
Lorry, bus. TGA, TGL, TGM, TGS, TGX, eTGS, eTGX, hTGX, LIONS COACH, TOURLINER
Reason
The steering links and/or tie rods may be defective, with ball joints that can fracture without warning. This creates a risk of sudden loss of steering control while driving, which significantly increases the likelihood of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
European Union
Agency
SAFETY-GATE
Recall date
2026-04-03
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
DE
Distribution
Germany

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

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