REC-001693

active

2017–2020 FUSO LDT Canter FEA21 & FEB21

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: DAIMLER TRUCK AND BUS AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD

Recall date: 13 September 2021

Defect

On some vehicles, it has been identified grease was not applied to the slide pins of the front wheel brake calipers. If the outer Brembo brake pad is continually used under the defect conditions, it cannot be fully returned after the brake operation and wear is accelerated. In worst case, the outer pad may detach from the vehicle.

Hazard

If the outer brake pad detaches it may cause a hazard to other road users and reduced brake efficiency which in turn will increase the risk of an accident and/or injury or death of vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Owners are asked to contact any Authorised Daimler Commercial Vehicle Dealership who will inspect the Brembo brake pads and if required, replace them free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — DAIMLER TRUCK AND BUS 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: vehiclerecalls.gov.au