Mercedes-Benz Atego Type 970 - 976
- Affected
- 46
- Category
- Trucks and buses
- Campaign
- RC582
- Supplier
- DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
The defect
1. It is possible that chafing to the vehicle's electrical wiring harness may occur in the vicinity of the Base Module. Should the wiring harness be damaged as a result, electrical malfunctions might include failures in the lighting, Airbag and signalling systems, or electrical short circuits on non-fused wiring. 2. The electrical wiring harness located at the top of the cab may be subjected to vibration/chafing damage by the inspection flap during vehicle operation. Harness damage could result in electrical malfunctions in the lighting, Airbag and signalling systems, or electrical short circuits on non-fused wiring.
The hazard
Malfunction
The remedy
Contact any authorised Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Dealer to have this modification carried out. If you have sold the vehicle, please contact DaimlerChrysler on telephone 03 9566 9380, fax 03 9566 6223 or via email: campaigns@daimlerchryser.com.
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 46 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact DaimlerChrysler 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 ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.