recall information
Recall number
REC-005564
Campaign number
RC3264
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Actros 963, Arocs 964, Atego 967 and eActros 983
Year range
2021 - 2022
Affected units
61
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, diodes may have been soldered to the printed circuit board, instead of transistors, in accelerator pedals during assembly. In the event of voltage peaks, the diode may become damaged and the accelerator pedal sensor may fail. This failure can result in a lack of throttle response and cause the vehicle to coast to a stop. In the case of a failure of the accelerator pedal, the cruise control function may also be deactivated.
Note: The function of the brakes, illumination and warning lamps remain ensured in the case of the occurrence of damage.
Note: The function of the brakes, illumination and warning lamps remain ensured in the case of the occurrence of damage.
What are the hazards?
A sudden loss of motive power while driving and/or a loss of cruise control function could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicle can contact their authorised Daimler Commercial Vehicle Dealership as soon as possible have the work carried out, free of charge.
Supplier details
DAIMLER TRUCK AND BUS AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Daimler Commercial Vehicle Dealership
Contact phone
1800 033 557
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
