The driver airbag may not deploy correctly if activated. Remedy: replace the drivers air bag. Number affected: 62,659. Manufacturer reference: SRV2205. Vehicle IDs: WDB9061112N349685 to WDB9066572S789806.
RecallsThe rear view camera could display frozen images due to a defect in a memory chip. Remedy: conduct a software update on the potentially affected vehicles. Number affected: 13,217. Manufacturer reference: SRV2216. Vehicle IDs: W1V44760123686443 to WDF44770523683522.
RecallsDue to potential dimensional defect in the machining of the trailer wheel hubs it is possible that the wheel bearing may experience premature failure. Remedy: inspect the hub assembly and where necessary replace the hub and bearings. Number affected: 7,487. Manufacturer reference: none given (recalls number: RPT/2022/004). Vehicle IDs: SCK*00000N0791350 to SCK*00000N0809694.
RecallsThere is a potential risk of the front or rear spring eye on affected vehicles breaking where front leaf springs from a defective production batch may have been installed. Remedy: the leaf springs installed on the vehicle will be inspected and if necessary replaced. Number affected: 51. Manufacturer reference: SRC220726 RC-2103. Vehicle IDs: TYAFEB71ERDC06817 to TYAFEB71CRDC08536.
RecallsThe Drivers front air bag may not deploy as intended. Remedy: replace the drivers front airbag. Number affected: 233. Manufacturer reference: SRV2203. Vehicle IDs: WD39066531P185991 to WDB9067351S716274.
Recalls
Industry experts give guidance on choosing and managing tyres for coach fleets. By Richard Simpson
Tyres & Retreads
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Tyres & Retreads
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Tyres & Retreads
UK Power Networks has completed work at Arriva, Brixton, that will enable the garage to charge 22 electric buses overnight.
Bus & Coach
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Fleet Management Systems
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Electric Vehicles
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