recall information
Recall number
REC-001579
PRA number
2017/16033
Campaign number
RC171612
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Scania
Model
PGR
Year range
2016 - 2017
Affected units
709
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The AEB software for vehicles without a tachograph has not been downgraded.
What are the hazards?
This can lead to the vehicle braking in such a way that the trailer becomes difficult to handle, posing an accident risk to road users.
What should consumers do?
Scania Australia will contact all customers by direct mail. Customers should contact their nearest Scania branch or dealer and book the vehicle/s in for a software update, which will resolve the issue.
Supplier details
Scania Australia
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
