recall information
Recall number
REC-006305
Campaign number
RC3364
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Actros and Arocs
Variants
963003, 963020, 963024, 963025, 963026, 963042, 963420, 963424, 963426, 964002, 964003, 964020, 9640
Year range
2022 - 2024
Affected units
325
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the rear axle bearing bracket may have been assembled with missing mounting bolts and could become loose. This could affect both driving and braking performance which could lead to a loss of vehicle control.
What are the hazards?
A loss of braking performance and vehicle control could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their nearest authorised Daimler Truck dealership to arrange for inspection and the works to be carried out if necessary, free of charge.
Supplier details
DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Daimler Truck Australia
Contact phone
1800 033 557
Contact email
DT_Campaigns@daimlertruck.com
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
