2014–2018 Mercedes-Benz Actros
- Affected
- 1,068
- Category
- Trucks and buses
- Campaign
- RC3197
- Supplier
- DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD
The defect
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
The hazard
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
The remedy
Owners with affected vehicles will be contacted by mail and advised to make arrangements with a Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Dealership to have the airbag fitted to their vehicle(s) replaced at their earliest convenience. The affected airbag will be replaced with a new airbag free of charge. The replacement airbag is not a like-for-like replacement.Consumers may contact a Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Dealership or phone 1800 033 557 for the contact details of an authorised Mercedes-Benz Commercial Dealership.We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.Further information for owners is available at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 1,068 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
- Website:
- https://www.daimlertrucks.com.au/
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