Lorry Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database Entry

1. Recall Summary
The European Commission Safety Gate alert (case number SR/01445/26) reports a recall of certain Scania L-Series, P-Series, G-Series, R-Series, and S-Series lorries. The recall was initiated by the importer in Germany and became effective on 11 May 2026. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles. The recall is directed at commercial users.

2. Affected Products
– Brand: Scania
– Product: Lorry
– Model Names: L-SERIE, P-SERIE, G-SERIE, R-SERIE, S-SERIE
– Type/Model Numbers: N323, N324, N333, N334, N343, e4*2018/858*00098*, e4*2018/858*00099*, e4*2018/858*00100*, e4*2018/858*00101*, e4*2018/858*00102*
– Production Dates: 15 August 2024 to 27 February 2026
– Country of Origin: Sweden
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Product Category: Motor vehicles
– Intended User: Professional (commercial)
– Company Recall Code: RC260502

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice states that a transmission fault may cause the vehicle to accidentally go into a false neutral position and move forward unexpectedly. In some cases, the sensor may show the vehicle is in “neutral” even though a gear is engaged. This means the vehicle could start moving when shifted into Drive (D) or Reverse (R), even without pressing the accelerator. The risk type is listed as “Injuries.” The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure is a “Recall of a product from commercial users.” Commercial users who own or operate an affected Scania lorry should follow the instructions provided by the importer or their authorized dealer. The notice does not provide specific step-by-step instructions for end users beyond the recall action. Consumers are advised to contact their Scania dealer or the importer for further details on how to proceed with the recall.

5. Official Remedy
The official measure taken is a recall of the product from commercial users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the Importer. The date of entry into force of the measure is 11 May 2026. The recall notice does not specify whether the remedy is a repair, replacement, or refund. The remedy details are not specified in the recall notice beyond the recall action itself.

6. Contact Information
– Case Number: SR/01445/26
– Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098943
– Company Recall Code: RC260502
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Country of Origin: Sweden
– Brand: Scania
– Product Images: Available at the following URLs:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11008292
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11008293
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11008294
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11008295
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11008296

Additional Information Not Specified in the Recall Notice:
– Batch number: Not specified.
– Barcode: Not specified.
– URL for a dedicated recall webpage: Not specified.
– Specific instructions for consumers on how to schedule a repair or obtain a refund: Not specified in the recall notice.

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