recall information
Recall number
REC-003536
PRA number
2013/13862
Campaign number
RC 131302
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Scania
Model
R SERIES
Affected units
13
What are the defects?
A number of clamp sleeves for the draglink of the first axle have been found to break during fitting. This failure has been caused by excessive torquing of the nuts.
What are the hazards?
If the clamp sleeve breaks, the preload of the draglink ball joint is lost and it can move. This may pose a hazard to the driver and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Dealerships are affected only. Vehicles were not delivered to customers.
Supplier details
Scania Australia
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
