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Automotive · Japan · 2024-07-10

Volvo large tractors: Two-axle coupler lock guard shape may cause incorrect coupling

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-07-10
Manufacturer	UD Trucks Corporation
Models affected	FH and others
Units affected	79
Defect	In the two-axle coupler of large tractors, due to an inappropriate shape of the lock guard (a component to prevent incorrect coupling) that was redesigned to improve workability in the manufacturing process, if coupling operations are performed when the tractor and trailer heights are not aligned, the lock guard may not operate correctly, leading to an incorrect coupling state, and the coupling confirmation lamp, indicating coupling completion, may illuminate in the driver's center panel. Therefore, if use continues without visually confirming the coupling status, there is a risk that the tra…
Recall number	外-3838
Official notice	View source ↗

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Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
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