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LowREC-000991Published 17 October 2017View official notice ↗

2012–2017 Mercedes-Benz Actros

Affected
331
Category
Trucks and buses
Campaign
RC3053 - 3056
Supplier
Daimler Truck & Bus Australia Pacific
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The defect

A weld seam has been improperly applied to out-of-line axle housings during the production process.

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The hazard

This may cause oil leakage and cracking of the rear axle. In the worst case breakage can occur, causing the vehicle to stop during use, posing an accident risk to the driver and other road occupants.

The remedy

Owners are requested to take their vehicle to an authorised Mercedes-Benz Truck Dealership for an inspection and repair of the vehicle.

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 331 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact Daimler Truck & Bus Australia Pacific to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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