Daimler Truck recall: Diodes were soldered onto the circuit board of 258 accelerator pedals instead of transistors during the accelerator pedal supplier s assembly process
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Diodes were soldered onto the circuit board of some accelerator pedals instead of transistors during the accelerator pedal supplier�s assembly process.
- What to do
- Contact a Daimler Truck dealer to book the free repair. Check the serial number on the identification plate of the accelerator pedal and if necessary replace the affected accelerator pedals.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Diodes were soldered onto the circuit board of some accelerator pedals instead of transistors during the accelerator pedal supplier�s assembly process.
The fix
Check the serial number on the identification plate of the accelerator pedal and if necessary replace the affected accelerator pedals.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| eACTROS 983 | 20 Oct 2021 | 15 Feb 2022 | 358 |
| ATEGO 967 | 20 Oct 2021 | 15 Feb 2022 | 358 |
| AROCS 964 | 20 Oct 2021 | 15 Feb 2022 | 358 |
| ACTROS 963 | 20 Oct 2021 | 15 Feb 2022 | 358 |
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 7 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.