Daimler Truck Actros, Arocs, Atego recall: Threaded connections at the steering bracket of the steering gear may not have been correctly secured
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- One or more threaded connections of the steering bracket may not have been correctly secured.
- What to do
- Contact a Daimler Truck dealer to book the free repair. Check loosen and correctly apply the required tightening torque to the affected connections.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
One or more threaded connections of the steering bracket may not have been correctly secured.
The fix
Check loosen and correctly apply the required tightening torque to the affected connections.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actros | 20 Nov 2018 | 24 Sep 2019 | 22 |
| Arocs | 20 Nov 2018 | 24 Sep 2019 | 22 |
| Atego | 20 Nov 2018 | 24 Sep 2019 | 22 |
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 28 February 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.