Mercedes Benz Bus Tourismo and Citaro recall: The USB charging sockets stop working after a short time in use
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The USB charging sockets stop working and may overheat.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz Bus dealer to book the free repair. Stage 1 Electrically decommissioning the USB charging sockets. Stage 2 to replace USB charging sockets once the new part has been fully tested.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The USB charging sockets stop working and may overheat.
The fix
Stage 1 Electrically decommissioning the USB charging sockets. Stage 2 to replace USB charging sockets once the new part has been fully tested.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourismo | 20 Jun 2018 | 21 Oct 2018 | 55 |
| Citaro | 20 Jun 2018 | 20 Oct 2018 | 55 |
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 29 November 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.