Product description
Caterpillar 216, 226 and 228 Skid Steer Loaders. Date Range: 15 October 2001 thru 17 January 2002. (Campaign PI 10212)
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Reason the product is recalled
The spindles which are part of the Axle Group, may not achieve acceptable field service life due to improper heat treatment. The spindle may fracture resulting in potential loss of a wheel and consequent loss of steering.
The hazards to consumers
Steering failure.
What consumers should do
Please contact your authorised Caterpillar Dealer.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Caterpillar SARL, Singapore Branch, On behalf of Caterpillar of Australia
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2003/6678 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
