Mercedes Benz Actos, Arocs, Actros Range recall: ABS function may be inoperative
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles air lines and/or electric wiring may not have been correctly installed. This may allow them to chafe against the propshaft when the frame is fully powered. This may affect the ABS and if the spring chamber feed pipe is damaged cause the…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Inspect affected air lines and wiring; replace where necessary; reroute airlines and wiring.
What’s wrong
On affected vehicles air lines and/or electric wiring may not have been correctly installed. This may allow them to chafe against the propshaft when the frame is fully powered. This may affect the ABS and if the spring chamber feed pipe is damaged cause the spring brake actuators to operate and lock the wheels on the rear axle.
The fix
Inspect affected air lines and wiring; replace where necessary; reroute airlines and wiring.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actos | 21 Nov 2013 | 11 Mar 2015 | 12 |
| Arocs | 21 Nov 2013 | 11 Mar 2015 | 12 |
| Actros Range | 21 Nov 2013 | 11 Mar 2015 | 12 |
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 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.