Mercedes Benz Bus recall: The ball type tow-bar may not meet the requirements of the fatigue strength
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- It may be possible that the ball type tow-bar does not meet the requirements of the fatigue strength.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz Bus dealer to book the free repair. Change of the ball type tow-bar of the affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
It may be possible that the ball type tow-bar does not meet the requirements of the fatigue strength.
The fix
Change of the ball type tow-bar of the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intouro | 8 Mar 2019 | 10 Jun 2020 | 19 |
| Setra | 8 Mar 2019 | 10 Jun 2020 | 19 |
| Tourismo | 8 Mar 2019 | 10 Jun 2020 | 19 |
| Citaro | 8 Mar 2019 | 10 Jun 2020 | 19 |
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 October 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.