Renault VI S Series: Stub Axle Failure
Recall Summary Renault is recalling approximately 900 VI S Series vehicles because the stub axles may fracture on high-mileage vehicles, potentially causing a wheel to detach and reducing braking ability. The company will replace the stub axles with new units that have improved heat treatment. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- RENAULT VI
- Product
- Vehicles: RENAULT VI S SERIES. Units affected: 900
- Reason
- Possible fracture of the stub axle(s) on high mileage passenger carrying vehicles. This could result in loss of the wheel and hub assembly with attendant loss of vehicle control and braking effort on one brake circuit. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the stub axle during normal routine servicing or repair with new units incorporating a revised heat treatment requirement.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 1992-12-18
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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