Daimler Buses CITARO EURO 6 recall: Fuel return line may leak
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The rigid fuel return pipe may break at the fuel pump module due to engine vibrations. This will allow fuel to leak onto the road surface which will be a hazard to other road users. Fuel may also leak onto hot engine parts with a…
- What to do
- Contact a Daimler Buses dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles the rigid pipes are to be replaced with flexible fuel hoses which will cancel the effects of engine vibration.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The rigid fuel return pipe may break at the fuel pump module due to engine vibrations. This will allow fuel to leak onto the road surface which will be a hazard to other road users. Fuel may also leak onto hot engine parts with a risk of fire.
The fix
On affected vehicles the rigid pipes are to be replaced with flexible fuel hoses which will cancel the effects of engine vibration.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CITARO EURO 6 | 1 Dec 2013 | 31 Dec 2015 | 111 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 April 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.