Mercedes Benz Atego recall: Earthing lug on engine mounting bolt may break
- What's wrong
- The cable lug of the ground line on the engine�s mounting bolt may break. If the ground connection is interrupted completely the vehicle can become completely de-energised which can lead to a sudden and for the driver unpredictable failure of the instrument panel the vehicle…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the existing cable lug with a modified terminal lug.
What’s wrong
The cable lug of the ground line on the engine�s mounting bolt may break. If the ground connection is interrupted completely the vehicle can become completely de-energised which can lead to a sudden and for the driver unpredictable failure of the instrument panel the vehicle illumination the hazard warning system and the engine shutting down which increases the risk of a collision.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the existing cable lug with a modified terminal lug.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atego | 27 Jan 2015 | 1 Sep 2015 | 623 |
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 15 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.