Daimler Truck recall: Vehicles may be equipped with portable fire extinguishes which may not have been fitted with a lock nut on the strike knob
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Vehicles may be equipped with portable fire extinguishers which may not be fitted with a lock nut on the strike knob.
- What to do
- Contact a Daimler Truck dealer to book the free repair. Conduct a check of potentially affected fire extinguishers to establish if the lock nut is in place and if necessary have the fire extinguisher replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Vehicles may be equipped with portable fire extinguishers which may not be fitted with a lock nut on the strike knob.
The fix
Conduct a check of potentially affected fire extinguishers to establish if the lock nut is in place and if necessary have the fire extinguisher replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACTROS 963 | 1 Jan 2019 | 18 Mar 2020 | 44 |
| ATEGO 967 | 1 Jan 2019 | 18 Mar 2020 | 44 |
| AROCS 964 | 1 Jan 2019 | 18 Mar 2020 | 44 |
| ACTROS 93x | 1 Jan 2019 | 18 Mar 2020 | 44 |
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 30 April 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.