recall information
Recall number
REC-002890
PRA number
2006/8609
Campaign number
RC521
Original published date
make and model information
Make
EvoBus
Model
O500RF COACH
Affected units
56
Identifying features
Model 634200 (2 axle): 000022 to 000027. Model 634201 (3 axle): 000064 to 000094. Model 634201 (3 axle): WEB634201 21 000047 to 000099.
What are the defects?
Under extremely high dynamic loading there is a possibility that a fracture could occur at the crimp crease of the crimp connections on the front lower transverse control arms. Should this occur proper steering control at the affected wheel may no longer be possible.
What are the hazards?
Death or serious injury.
Supplier details
DaimlerChrysler Australia
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
