REC-003242

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0 MITSUBISHI FUSO FV Heavy

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd

Recall date: 7 October 2009

Defect

As a result of propeller shaft imbalance, it is possible a crack could develop in the propeller shaft centre bearing rest. If the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition the centre bearing rest may fracture and cause a loss of drive.

Hazard

Vehicle malfunction

Remedy

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation will write to owners of all affected vehicles. Further information is available from your selling dealer or Tony Culvenor of Fuso Truck & Bus Service Department on 03 9566 6228. If you have sold the vehicle, please contact Mitsubishi Fuso with the new owners details by telephone or e-mail: tony.culvenor@daimler.com

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Mercedes-Benz 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-003242