REC-001707

active

2020 Mercedes-Benz Actros

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

Recall date: 13 September 2021

Defect

The lock nut at the strike button on the portable fire extinguisher may not be mounted. If the fire extinguisher is activated and no lock nut is present, the strike button assembly, with integrated piercer is ejected under pressure from the fire extinguisher.

Hazard

If the lock nut is not present and extinguisher activated, the strike button assembly can eject under pressure and increase the risk of injury to the user, in addition to this scenario; propellant and powder may leak from the exposed opening leading to the fire extinguisher not operating correctly. In the event of a fire this will increase the risk of injury and/or death to the user.

Remedy

The owner can contact their dealer to make an appointment to have the work carried out at no charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — DAIMLER TRUCK AND BUS 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