Vehicle recall 86V141000 · October 23, 1986
Scania P112, R112 and 1 more model
Clamping force of the bolts to the tandem spring end bearings may be insufficient.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Remedy
- Replace studs, nuts and bolts on the tandem spring end bearings.
- Notes
- System: suspension. Vehicle description: MU6X4 tandem trucks.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 86V141000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 23, 1986
- Filed by
- SAAB CARS USA, INC.
- Owner notification
- November 11, 1986
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 68
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Multiple axle
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Scania P112 (1985-1986): 1986, 1985
- Scania R112 (1985-1986): 1986, 1985
- Scania T112 (1985-1986): 1986, 1985
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