Mercedes Benz Bus Tourismo Rhd-l, eCITARO, Tourismo Rhd recall: The adaptor of the steering shaft has fractured during manufacture
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- During the manufacturing of the adapter of the steering shaft fracturing of the forged parts may have occurred
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz Bus dealer to book the free repair. Replace the steering shaft with a correctly manufactured part
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
During the manufacturing of the adapter of the steering shaft fracturing of the forged parts may have occurred
The fix
Replace the steering shaft with a correctly manufactured part
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourismo Rhd-l | 1 Mar 2021 | 1 Oct 2021 | 6 |
| eCITARO | 1 Mar 2021 | 1 Oct 2021 | 6 |
| Tourismo Rhd | 1 Mar 2021 | 1 Oct 2021 | 6 |
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 17 December 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.