recall information
Recall number
REC-003196
PRA number
2009/10752
Campaign number
RC767
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Sprinter 906
Affected units
58
What are the defects?
1. In certain vehicles piston damage may occur as a result of a less than ideal combustion process. If the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition engine oil may be ejected into the engine compartment and could come into contact with hot components.
2. It is also possible the threaded insert for the park brake adjuster may not perform as designed due to an out of specification wall thickness. A failure of this component could result in a loss of park brake effectiveness.
2. It is also possible the threaded insert for the park brake adjuster may not perform as designed due to an out of specification wall thickness. A failure of this component could result in a loss of park brake effectiveness.
What are the hazards?
Vehicle malfunction
What should consumers do?
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd will write to owners of all affected vehicles. If you have sold the vehicle, please contact Mercedes-Benz on telephone: 03 9566 9380, fax: 03 9566 6223 or via e-mail: campaigns@daimler.com
Supplier details
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
