Suspension: multiple axleRecall 86V-141 · Scania vehicles
SAAB CARS USA, INC. recall 86V-141 covers 68 Scania vehicles for a suspension: multiple axle problem, reported to NHTSA on October 23, 1986.
Source: NHTSA recall 86V141000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
CLAMPING FORCE OF THE BOLTS TO THE TANDEM SPRING END BEARINGS MAY BE INSUFFICIENT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: MOVEMENT OF SPRING END BEARINGS IN RELATION TO THE REAR AXLE COULD RESULT IN THE AXLE COMING LOOSE FROM THE SPRING.
The fix
REPLACE STUDS, NUTS AND BOLTS ON THE TANDEM SPRING END BEARINGS.
SYSTEM: SUSPENSION. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MU6X4 TANDEM TRUCKS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 1, 1985 to September 1, 1986. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.