Actros, Arocs, Atego
Actros, Arocs, Atego was recalled on 7 February 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00165/20. Injuries risk reported by Germany. One or more screw connections on the steering bracket that fixes the steering gearbox to the frame head or the front frame reinforcement may not have been correctly tightened.
| Alert Number | A12/00165/20 |
| Brand | Mercedes- Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Models: 963-0-A, 963-4-A, 963-2-A, 963-0-B, 963-4-B, 963-2-B, 963-2-B, 963-4-C, 963-0-D, 963-4-D , 963-7-E, 963-4-E, 963-2-E, 963-4-F, 963-2-F, 963-8-G, 963-8-H, 967PKX2, 967PKX3, 967FWU2, 967FWU3, Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0726, *0727, *0728, *0729, *0730, *0731, *0732, *0733, *0734, *0735, *0736, *0737, *0738, *0740, *0741, *0742, *0743, *1170, *1171, *1175, *1176 |
| Published | 7 February 2020 |
Risk Description
One or more screw connections on the steering bracket that fixes the steering gearbox to the frame head or the front frame reinforcement may not have been correctly tightened. If they become loose, this would increase the steering play and impair the steering control.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lorry
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Actros, Arocs, Atego.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.