The oil dipstick guide tube on these vehicles is used for possible oil extraction. Under certain circumstances there is a risk of fire, due to engine oil escaping via the oil dip stick guide. Retrofit an optimised stop plug for the oil dipstick guide tube. Vehicle ID: WDB9300361L329942 to WDB9342412L403579
Risk of fire. The electrical cable may chafe at the bracket of the engine control unit. This may lead to malfunctions in the vehicles electrical system. In the worst case, the chafing could lead to a short circuit between unfused, positive cables and the bracket, whereby a risk of fire is possible. Install an edge guard at the bracket of the engine control unit to prevent chafing of the engine/transmission wiring harness. Vehicle ID: WDB9300342L458767 to WDB9342512L520462
Spare wheel may detach: The spare wheel winch may fail and not secure the spare wheel to the vehicle, so allowing it to detach from the vehicle. Recall all affected vehicles and replace the spare wheel winch. Vehicle ID: VF7******11032532 to VF7******11316369
Power steering may fail: It is possible that the wiring harness for the power assisted steering motor may come into contact with other components in the engine bay. Should this occur, then it is possible that the power steering assistance on this large vehicle may become affected. Recall affected vehicles and fit protection to the wiring harness. Vehicle ID: VF3******AZ007149 to VF3******BZ008220
Power steering may fail: It is possible that the wiring harness for the power assisted steering motor may come into contact with other components in the engine bay. Should this occur, then it is possible that the power steering assistance on this large vehicle may become affected. Recall affected vehicles and fit protection to the wiring harness. Vehicle ID: VF7******AZ007571 to VF7******BZ008468.
Spare wheel may detach: the carrier winch system may allow the spare wheel to be loosely installed, after the driver has used the winch. In this condition, the spare wheel might move during driving, which may damage and eventually break the cable and guiding pin of the winch system. In the worst case, the spare wheel would become detached from the vehicle. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the complete spare wheel winch system.
Fire may occur: on vehicles with anti-lock brake systems it is possible for the earth of the ABS hydraulic unit to corrode. In the worst cases, this could cause the hydraulic motor to run continuously, causing the motor to overheat. Alternatively,the corrosion could cause some heat development at the terminal to the ABS hydraulic unit and start a fire. Recalled vehicles must have the earth line for the ABS hydraulic unit replaced and, if necessary, the corroded connector and/or ABS hydraulic...
Passenger seat may detach: rivets retaining the seat cushion of the front passenger seat may be too small and, in an accident, may not retain the cushion. This could lead to an increased risk of injury. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the double front passenger bench seat. Vehicles affected: WDB90663322S530019 to WDB9066352S529672
Risk of fire: on vehicles fitted with the OM646 engine, it is possible that an airconditioning (AC) hose bracket could chaff the wiring harness for the three phase alternator. If this is not rectified, there is a risk of a short circuit, which may result in a fire. Recall all affected vehicles to check for damage to the wiring and replace, if found damaged, with the installation of an additional spacer clamp.
Wheel bearing may fail: under certain operating conditions, it is possible that the wheel bearing of the leading or trailing tag axles can fail, as a result of a brake overheat on these axles. If the driver ignores warning signs, then ultimately, it is possible that the wheel and hub could detach. Recall all affected vehicles for a check of the tolerates on the brake calipers fitted to these axles and if required replace specific brake components
Tyre may degrade: cracks may occur over time between the tread and the tyre shoulder, due to faulty vulcanization between the tyre tread and shoulder. This could lead to peeling of the tyre tread. Affected tyres to be replaced Vehicles affecrted: WDB9342332L537576 to WDB9342332L537576
Passenger seat may detach: rivets retaining the seat cushion of the front passenger seat may be too small and, in an accident, may not retain the cushion. This could lead to an increased risk of injury. Recall the vehicles likely to be affected to replace the double front passenger bench seat. Vehicles affected: WDB90663322S530019 to WDB9066352S529672 from build date 1 January 2010 to 31 December 2010.
Brakes may apply without warning: Processing bores of the manually operated brake valves have been closed using balls, but in somecases, the balls have not secured properly in the housing and may work loose. Then the valves may bleed air and activate the parking brake or anti-jack knife brake. Recall the vehicles likely to be affected to check if an affected valve is fitted. For affected valves check the crimping is correct and fit caps to the valves where the crimping is not correct. Affected...
The transfer box output shaft may not be to specification. This can allow oil to leak between the output shaft and the drive flange. This can result in oil entering the parking brake drum and contaminating the brake linings, which can affect the parking brake efficiency. Recall all affected vehicles for cleaning and resealing of the drive flange to output shaft, plus the replacement of any contaminated brake linings.
The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and, if not rectified, could eventually fail totally, causing loss of directional control. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.
The centrifugal filter screw cap to the engine oil cooler module on a specific number of vehicles may loosen, resulting in oil leakage onto the road surface. This recall is to replace the centrifugal oil filter with a quality improved version.
Vehicles affected: E880580 to E901763
There is a risk of steering loss, due to the incorrect tightness of the universal joint fixing screw. Retighten screw, if required, to the correct torque and paint mark on screw and clamp.
There is a risk that the primary handbrake cable end piece crimping may not conform, so the handbrake cable may become detached. Check crimping at cable end. Replace cable if not within tolerance. Vehicles affected: AV624124 to BV606547 and AY730423 to BY730508.
On some 2.0 l HDI vehicles, potential contact between the fuel return pipe and the diesel filter support may eventually cause the pipe to become worn, as a result of friction. The manufacturer has requested that some protection be added to the pipe to ensure its long-term resistance to wear. Vehciles affedted: VF3******9P000046 to VF3******AZ041774.
It is possible that the fuel return pipe may chaff on the diesel fuel filter support in the engine compartment. This can, if not identified, result in a fuel leak. Recall all affected vehicles for the addition of a protective sleeve to the return pipe. Vehciles affected: VF7******AZ033223 to VF7******AY563653.
The handbrake release button can become detached from the ratchet control rod, which prevents the pawl at the rear of the lever from engaging the ratchet: the hand brake must then be applied by the driver holding the lever in the engaged position. Two solutions have been developed. a. Re-fitment using high strength loctite adhesive. b. Replacement of the button..
Bearing damage to the fan clutch may occur, due to overheating, potentially resulting in fire. Analysis shows that the bearings exhibit variation in bearing play, and, if there is insufficient bearing play with bearing grease that does not correspond to requirements, the ball bearing overheats. Scorching damage and fire cannot be ruled out. Check the electromagnetic fan clutch, as a precautionary measure, and replace the ball bearing, if necessary. Vehicles affected: WDB9440322K597295 to...
The retaining bolts for the suspension spring lower mountings on the tag axle may fail. The worst scenario is that all bolts fail, leading to the loss of suspension function and security of the tag axle, air suspension, shock absorbers, reaction rods and stabilizer bar. Recall vehicles likely to be affected, to replace the retaining bolts and add spacer sleeves to the tag axle suspension airbag lower mountinga.
Rear axle may detach. Because of a manufacturing error, the nearside rear stub axle could start to develop cracks at the inner radius, which could eventually lead to failure of the stub axle and difficulty in maintaining directional control. Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the rear axle. Vehicles affected: WOLMRFEAC42079154 to WOLMRF2CCAB967598 and WOLMRFEAC42079154 to WOLMRFECCAB002968.
Due to poor bonding, it is possible that the side air deflectors on the cab rear wall may become detached. Recall all affected vehicles and replace air deflectors.
It is possible that vehicles fitted with integral heaters within the fuel filter could suffer a leak in the upper plug area. If action is not taken, the issue could result in fuel escaping onto the road surface. Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter. Vehicles affected: WDB9061332N459503 to WDB9066572S507768.
It is possible that vehicles fitted with integral heaters within the fuel filter could suffer a leak in the upper plug area. If action is not taken, the issue could result in fuel escaping onto the road surface. Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter. Vehicles affected: WDF63960123578537 to WDF63981523608464
It is possible that the side lights may extinguish within 30 seconds of the ignition being turned off, even when the they have been selected to remain on. This could affect vehicle visibility during darkness. Recall all affected vehicles to check side light function and, if required, modify the electrical wiring in the CVM unit.
Steering may fail because the steering knuckle arm fitted to vehicles with front-mounting plates can suffer fatigue fractures as a result of higher front axle loads. This can result in failure of the arm and the loss of directional control. Affected vehicles are: WDB4181021W187046 to WDB4181022W190246. Recall all these vehicles for replacement to the steering arm.
Risk of fire: air-conditioning system may malfunction, due to fuse block being too weak. This could result in the risk of electrical current leak in the fuse block, which could, in turn, result in a short circuit and, in extreme cases, a risk of fire. Fitment of a modified fuse block is required. Affected vehicles are: WDB9066572S118066 to WDB9066572S442963.
It is possible that the steering box-to-mounting bracket bolts may be too long, which will cause the bolts to bottom out. Should this occur, the steering box could work loose and, if not rectified, the steering box could become detached. Recall all affected vehicles and check the steering box mounting bolts. If incorrect bolts have been fitted, the steering box must be removed and modified to accept the correct bolts and refitted.
There is a risk that the nearside rear axle spindle may crack on Renault Masters built between 1 April 2010 and 16 April 2010, which, in the most serious cases, will lead to the spindle breaking. Dependent on loading, this could make directional control difficult to maintain. Recall vehicles that are likely to be affected to change the rear axle.
The second axle steering ram and/or clevis assembly may not be to specification, which will result in some movement between the mounting and the ram. If ignored, the movement will increase with usage and could eventually lead to separation of the ram and mounting, resulting in the steering control being impaired. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and, where necessary, replace parts as indicated by the repair procedure issued by the manufacturer.
It has been identified that the quality of some AKE bearings fitted to the 09N044 mid-lift axle (Hendrichson manufacturer) may not be to specification. This could result in failure of the bearing and ultimately detachment of the wheel and hub. Recall all affected vehicles to check the type of bearing and if necessary, replace with the correct specification bearing.
On vehcile ID WDF63960123546980 to WDF63981523569244, oil may leak from the bottom of the engine oil filler neck. If not rectified this could lead to oil leaking onto the road surface and/or engine damage due to insufficient lubrication. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine oil filler neck.
On vehcile ID WDB9061352N436187 to WDB9066572S448810, oil may leak from the bottom of the engine oil filler neck. If not rectified, this could lead to oil leaking onto the road surface and/or engine damage, due to insufficient lubrication. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the engine oil filler neck.
Ingress of dirt into the steering shaft sliding joint will cause the splines to wear prematurely. As the joint wears, play at the steering will become apparent and, over time, the play will increase, leading to some pulsing when the steering wheel is turned, and the vehicle wandering. If all these warning signs are ignored and the vehicle is still used, there will be increased difficulty in maintaining steering control. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering...
The wiring harness for the horn can be inappropriately routed. If the steering is continually operated, this can result in failure of the wiring, due to fatigue. Ispect the wiring harness and rework the harness if required.
Directional contrl may be affected, because the front live axle brake anchor plates may not be secure. Recall vehicles likely to be affected to tighten the anchor plate bolts and, where necessary, replace the stub axle and brake anchor plate.
Fire may occur due to insufficient crimping of the main battery cable lugs/terminals to the battery cable, which can cause a resistance between the cable and lug/terminal. This can result in either failure of the electrical system, production of sparks, or a short circuit - and hence vehicle fire. Recall affected vehicles for a check of the crimping. If found to be out of specification, re-crimp or solder the cable lug/terminal.
Braking efficiency may be affected, because the mounting bolts of the brake disc on the trailing axle may not be to specification. This could result in a loss of clamping force on the disc and loosening of the mounting bolts, which can affect the permanent locking of the disc. Affected vehicles require a tightening procedure to address the concern.
Directional contorl may be lost: it is possible that the polystop (Nylock) nut may become loose or detach, due to an issue with the plastic retaining ring. Should this occur, then detachment of the tie rod/track rod could ensue, which could result in the loss of directional control. Affected vehicles need to be recalled and the polystop nut replaced.
Vehicle stability may be affected because the anti-roll bar may not conform to specification. This should result in a noise from the suspension but in extreme cases, vehicle stability could be compromised. Affected vehicles should be recalled and the anti-roll bar replaced with a quality assured component.
Vehicles affedted are: ZFA36300009000504 to ZFA26300009007020; ZFA26300008000360 to ZFA26300008004999; ZFA26300008000920 to ZFA26300008004999; ZFA26300009000500 to ZFA26300003006875
The fifth wheel and rear suspensoin mountings may be compromised: there have been instances where the M20 screws securing the spring brackets for the driven and tag axles, and fifth wheel brackets, have not been tightened to the correct torque. This condition, if not attended to, could lead to loss of the trailer or loss of directional control. Check and tighten M20 and M14 bolts to correct torque
Braking efficiency may be compromised if the threaded portion of the brake linkage rod in the brake control system is not in conformity. Affected vehicles (VF7******AZ025918 to VF7******AZ030421) should be recalled and the rod checked and replaced if necessary.
Fifth wheel and rear suspension mountings could be compromised: there have been instances where the M20 screws securing the spring brackets for the driven and tag axles, and fifth wheel brackets have not been tightened to the correct torque. This could lead to the loss of the trailer or loss of directional control.
The brake and clutch pedal foot plates may detach, due to deficient welding quality, potentially causing the foot to fall off either control and cause an incident. Vehicles likely to be affected must be checked, and, where necessary, new brake and/or clutch pedal assemblies fitted.
The brake actuator clamping bands on the front axle may be weakened through fouling the shock absorber top mounting when the steering is on full lock and the brake pads are worn. In time, the clamping ring may fail and the braking effort at the front axle will be lost resulting in much longer stopping distances. Replace the top shock absorber brackets of the front axle and, if there has been any signs of fouling, fit new actuator clamping rings.
Braking efficiency may be affected due to possible disconnection of the front brakes hoses, resulting in a loss of brake hydraulic fluid. Recalled vehicles need both front brake hoses replaced.
Fuel may escape from the engine fuel injector pipes, as they do not conform to specification. Remedial action involves recalling the vehicles likely to be affected to replace the fuel injector pipes with ones that do conform to specification.