REC-006305

active

2022–2024 Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs 963003, 963020, 963024, 963025, 963026, 963042, 963420, 963424, 963426, 964002, 964003, 964020, 9640

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD

Recall date: 5 March 2025

Defect

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.

Hazard

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.

Remedy

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.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au