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LowREC-003260Published 4 December 2009View official notice ↗

Evobus Euro 4

Affected
31
Category
Trucks and buses
Campaign
RC790
Supplier
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
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The defect

Inadequate sealing of the ball joint on the left and right front axle upper control arms may lead to accelerated wear in the joint, which in time, could result in a separation of the ball pin from the joint housing. Should this occur normal steering control is no longer possible.

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The hazard

Vehicle malfunction

The remedy

Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd will write to owners of all affected vehicles. If you have sold the vehicle, please contact Mercedes-Benz via e-mail: campaigns@daimler.com.

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 31 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd 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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