recall information
Recall number
REC-006369
Campaign number
RC00975
Original published date
make and model information
Make
FUSO
Model
FIGHTER AND SHOGUN
Variants
FN62FK6RFAM, FN62FR2RFAM, FN64FU2RFAK, FN64FU2RFAM, FU74GU1VFAA, FV74GU1VFAA
Year range
2023
Affected units
18
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the propeller shaft balance plate may not have been welded to the required specifications and could detach from the vehicle whilst driving.
What are the hazards?
If the propeller shaft balancing plate detaches from the vehicle whilst driving it could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to other road users and bystanders.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their nearest authorised Daimler Truck dealership to schedule an appointment to inspect the propeller shaft balancing plate. If the welding defect is identified, the propeller shaft will be re-balanced.This work will be carried out free of charge as part of the recall.
Supplier details
DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Daimler Truck Australia
Contact phone
1800 033 557
Contact email
DT_Campaigns@daimlertruck.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
