Actros, Arocs
Actros, Arocs was recalled on 29 October 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01475/21. Injuries risk reported by Germany. Under dynamic load, a crack in the forged parts of the steering-shaft adapter may spread further over the service life of the vehicle and ultimately lead to breakage.
| Alert Number | A12/01475/21 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type: 963-0-A, 963-4-A, 963-2-A, 963-0-B, 963-4-B, 963-2-B, 963-0-C, 963-4-D, 963-4-C, 963-0-D, 963-7-E, 963-4-E, 963-2-E, 963-0-F, 963-4-F, 963-2-F, 963-8-G, 963-8-H, e1*2018/858*00039*00-01, e1*2018/858*00040*00-01, e1*2018/858*00041*00-01, e1*2018/858*00042*00-01, e1*2018/858*00043*00-01, e1*2018/858*00044*00-01, e1*2018/858*00045*00-01, e1*2018/858*00046*00-01, e1*2018/858*00047*00-01, e1*2018/858*00048*00-01, e1*2018/858*00049*00-01, e1*2018/858*00050*00-01, e1*2018/858*00051*00-01, e1*2018/858*00052*00-01, e1*2018/858*00053*00-01, , e1*2018/858*00054*00-01, e1*2018/858*00055*00-01, e1*2018/858*00056*00-01 |
| Published | 29 October 2021 |
Risk Description
Under dynamic load, a crack in the forged parts of the steering-shaft adapter may spread further over the service life of the vehicle and ultimately lead to breakage. If the steering-shaft adapter were to break, the steering would immediately fail, increase the risk of a crash. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles
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.
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.