REC-002882

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0 FREIGHTLINER CENTURY CLASS, ARGOSY

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Daimlerchrysler Australia/pacific Pty Ltd

Recall date: 12 July 2006

Defect

The transverse beam end castings on certain Holland AD rear suspensions may not have been manufactured to the correct material specification and could fracture under normal loads. Should this happen, the transverse beam could drop low enough to contact the road surface.

Hazard

Road accident resulting in death or serious injury. Sparks which could cause a fire.

Remedy

Contact any authorised Freightliner Dealership to have the rectification carried out as soon as possible. If you have sold the vehicle please contact DaimlerChrysler on telephone no. 03 9566 9380, fax no. 03 9566 6223 or via e-mail: renee.boyd@daimlerchrysler.com

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Daimlerchrysler Australia/pacific Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-002882

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