recall information
Recall number
REC-006613
Campaign number
5490601
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Actros and eActros
Variants
963403, 983003, 983020, 983493
Year range
2022 - 2025
Affected units
52
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the Advanced Connected Energy (ACE) chip within the starter battery may corrode. This may cause an electrical short circuit while the vehicle is in operation and/or parked, leading to a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their nearest authorized Daimler Truck dealership immediately to schedule an appointment to have the recall carried out, free of charge.
Supplier details
DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Daimler Truck Australia
Contact phone
1800 033 557
Contact email
DT_Campaigns@daimlertruck.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
