Man Truck And Bus Tgx: Ebs May Not Operate Correctly Under Braking
Recall Summary MAN Truck and Bus is recalling approximately 9,897 vehicles (TGX, TGS, and TG-A models) in the United Kingdom due to a fault in the EBS 5 braking system modules. The brake system may apply uneven braking pressure between the vehicle's sides, potentially causing the vehicle to veer to one side during braking. Affected vehicles will be reprogrammed to correct the brake module operation.
- Recalling firm
- MAN Truck and Bus Ltd
- Product
- Vehicles: MAN Truck and Bus TGX, MAN Truck and Bus TGS, MAN Truck and Bus TG-A. Units affected: 9,897
- Reason
- It has been identified that a problem exists with the brake modules fitted to EBS 5 braking systems. The modules affected are front and rear axle pressure controls additionally the trailer control. It is reported that the fault affects service brake operation in that it could initiate braking on one side more than the other with the possibility of the vehicle veering to one side. Should this happen an accident might ensue. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the EBS control modules re-programmed as necessary.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2008-10-17
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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