Mercedes-Benz — ACTROS, AROCS, ATEGO, eACTROS
Lorry
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The steering components (including steering rods, push rods and tie rods) may have a manufacturing defect. Some parts may not have been hardened correctly during production, which could make them wear out faster and become weaker over time. This could cause the part to break, especially when turning the steering wheel at low speeds. If this happens, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident.
- Origin
- Germany
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Other: Recall of a product from commercial users
What is this? This is a safety notice about some Mercedes-Benz trucks. A part inside the steering system may not have been made strong enough.
What's happening? The steering parts could wear out too fast and break. This could make it hard to steer the truck, especially when turning slowly.
Does this affect me? If you drive or own one of these trucks in Germany, France, Croatia, or Sweden, this could affect you.
What should I do? Take your truck to a Mercedes-Benz dealer right away. Ask your mechanic or doctor if you feel unsafe driving it.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The steering components (including steering rods, push rods and tie rods) may have a manufacturing defect. Some parts may not have been hardened correctly during production, which could make them wear out faster and become weaker over time. This could cause the part to break, especially when turning the steering wheel at low speeds. If this happens, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. · Origin: Germany
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