Daimler Truck eACTROS 983 recall: SRL250617 – Check electrical connection of the electric power steering pump for trailing axle – SCHKAEHPS2
- What's wrong
- A thermal reaction may occur at the battery connection bolts of the electronically controlled power steering pump (EHPS (Electrohydraulic Power Steering)) of the trailing axle on vehicles of models eActros 983 and eEconic 956. The two battery connection points of the electronically controlled power steering…
- What to do
- Contact a Daimler Truck dealer to book the free repair. As part of the recall campaign the cover caps on the affected vehicles must be replaced with cover caps with a water drain hole and the battery terminal studs must…
What’s wrong
A thermal reaction may occur at the battery connection bolts of the electronically controlled power steering pump (EHPS (Electrohydraulic Power Steering)) of the trailing axle on vehicles of models eActros 983 and eEconic 956. The two battery connection points of the electronically controlled power steering pump of the trailing axle are located at the bottom in the installation position and are provided with a cover cap to protect against contact. Rain and splash water can collect in the cover cap. The water can no longer drain off due to missing drain holes. Because the battery connection points are standing in water electrochemical corrosion occurs that decomposes the bolts beyond the usual surface corrosion of the components. As a result of the corroded contact surface the transitional resistance at the terminal stud to the battery line increases and energy is released in the form of heat. Depending on the intensity and duration of the thermal reaction the battery lines and the circuit board of the electronically controlled power steering pump could ignite and in an unfavourable case flames could spread to surrounding components or the vehicle. This may increase the risk of fire. Failure of the electronically controlled power steering pump of the trailing axle has only minor effects on driving operation. There are only restrictions when reversing which however correspond to the operation of a non-steerable trailing axle. The turning circle could also be increased. However this is hardly noticeable to the driver.
The fix
As part of the recall campaign the cover caps on the affected vehicles must be replaced with cover caps with a water drain hole and the battery terminal studs must be cleaned and sealed with corrosion protection spray.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| eACTROS 983 | 30 Mar 2024 | 5 Dec 2024 | 1 |
| 1 Jan 2025 | 25 Mar 2025 | 7 |
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 22 August 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.